Advanced Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Course

Date: Friday, July 25, 2025 - Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time: View the schedule for course times
Statutorily Approved CE Credit: Up to 17.5 hours (pending approval)
Location: In-person at Gourley Clinical Teaching Center, Davis, CA
Enrollment Capacity: 24

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The Advanced Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Course: Mandibulectomy, Maxillectomy and Miscellaneous ‘ectomies’, hosted by the Center for Continuing Professional Education, is designed to enhance your understanding and technical skills in oral and maxillofacial oncological procedures, combining lectures with hands-on training to reinforce techniques discussed. It covers clinically important topics and common surgical conditions in veterinary OMFS practice, followed by practical training on common scenarios, such as managing oral tumors, performing mandibulectomies and maxillectomies using piezosurgery technology, and applying flap procedures for soft tissue reconstruction.

This course provides a dynamic environment for collaboration, allowing professionals to refine their skills under the guidance of leading experts in the field. Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge of complex procedures or integrate the latest technologies into your practice, this program will provide the tools you need to advance your career in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

After successfully completing this course, participants will have:

Reviewed common oral and maxillofacial tumors
Gained a better understanding of diagnostic imaging techniques and treatment planning
Solidified your knowledge of both common and advanced oral and maxillofacial oncological techniques, including flap procedures
Gained confidence in performing advanced surgical procedures in your veterinary practice, elevating the standard of care for your patients

Who Should Attend:
Veterinary oral and maxillofacial surgery is recognized as a rapidly emerging discipline. This course is recommended for veterinarians with oral surgery experience or those seeking to advance their skills to the next level of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Format:

Lectures by expert speakers on the latest trends and techniques in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Hands-on Laboratories to practice and refine skills in a controlled, supportive environment.

Join us for an in-depth, hands-on learning experience that will elevate your practice and keep you at the forefront of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

SPEAKERS

Boaz Arzi DVM, DAVDC, DEVDC, FF-AVDC (OMFS)
Dr. Boaz Arzi is a Professor and Chief of Dentistry and Oral surgery at the Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences, UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Arzi completed the residency-training program in Dentistry and Oral surgery at the School of Veterinary Medicine, UC Davis and two years fellowship in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UC Davis. He is a Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) and the European Veterinary Dental College (EVDC). Dr. Arzi is also a Founding Fellow of the AVDC in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Arzi’s clinical and research focus is on oral maxillofacial reconstruction and regenerative solutions in dogs and cats. His lab also focus TMJ disorders and treatments across species and he is an affiliate member of the American Society of TMJ Surgeons. Dr. Arzi is the Director of the Veterinary Institute for Regenerative Cures (VIRC) at UC Davis. Ultimately, Dr. Arzi’s work is translational with the aim of One Health treatment modalities for both human and animal health.
Stephanie Goldschmidt BVM&S, DAVDC, DEVDC, F-OMFS
Dr. Stephanie Goldschmidt is an assistant tenure track professor in Dentistry and Oral surgery at the University of California- Davis. She completed her residency at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, where she also completed her undergraduate degree in Animal Science. She received her veterinary degree from the Royal School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland and then went on to complete a rotating internship at the Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island. Following residency training she spent five years as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Minnesota. She is currently undergoing fellowship training in both oral medicine and oromaxillofacial surgery. Her subspecialty clinical and research area is oral oncology, specifically she is focused on improving treatment paradigms with the use of theragnostic agents. Her current projects include using flourescence imaging to evaluate intraoperative surgical margins and evaluating EGFR expression in canine oral tumors.
Janny Evenhuis DVM, DAVDC
Dr. Janny Evenhuis is the current Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Fellow at the University of California – Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Evenhuis attended UC Davis for veterinary school. After a general rotating internship at Colorado State University, she returned to UC Davis for her Dentistry and Oral Surgery residency and stayed on for fellowship. Dr. Evenhuis is passionate about orofacial trauma, surgical oncology, and providing high-quality and accessible education for veterinary students and professionals.

REGISTRATION FEES

Be sure to register early to take advantage of Early Bird Pricing, available now through February 28, 2025 at 5 pm (PDT).

Standard Pricing will be in effect from February 28, 2025 after 5 pm to July 16, 2025 at 5 pm (PDT). A minimum of 16 registrants is required in order for the course to be held. If the course is canceled, registrants will be notified via email and a full refund will be issued.

Registration includes breakfast, lunch and coffee provided daily. If you have special dietary restrictions, please consider bringing your own food. A microwave will be available, however, a refrigerator will not be available for use. Don't forget to bring your own water bottle for all sessions; there will be a refill station available.

A social dinner will be held on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Tres Hermanas for $15. This is a great opportunity to connect with industry professionals, ask questions, and build valuable relationships in an informal setting. Be sure to RSVP for the dinner during registration!

REGISTRATION	EARLY BIRD Register by February 28, 2025	STANDARD February 28, 2025 - July 16, 2025
Veterinarian	$2,999.00	$3,349.00

PROMOTIONS

2nd Annual Dentistry and Oromaxillofacial Surgery Conference Past Attendees: If you attended the 2nd Annual Dentistry and Oromaxillofacial Surgery Conference on January 31 - February 2, 2025, you are eligible for an exclusive promotion! The first four attendees to register for the Advanced Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Course will receive $150 off their registration fee. Promotion ends February 28, 2025 at 5 pm (PDT).

To claim your discount, please email the CCPE at svmcontinuinged@ucdavis.edu for your promo code.

PARKING AT THE VENUE

If you plan to drive, the closest Visitor Parking Lots are 51 and 57. Parking permits are required Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Parking is free on the weekends. However, parking permits may be required if there are any campus events unrelated to this course during the weekend. You are responsible for paying for a parking permit should it be required; please check for signs in the parking lot.

Visitor Parking Lot 51, Davis, CA 95616
Visitor Parking Lot 57, Davis, CA 95616

Instructions on How to Pay for Parking

If parking permits are required, follow the information below to pay for parking.

Download the free AMP Park app on your iPhone or Android
Set up your profile (contact, payment, and vehicle information)
Select the zone which you parked using the map or icon in the top right corner of the app (click here for daily parking rates)
- Aggies should register with their UC Davis email address (@ucdavis.edu) to access affiliate rates
Select the zone which you parked using the map or icon in the top right corner of the app (click here for daily parking rates)
Start your parking time

PREFERRED HOTEL LODGING

Below is the preferred hotel located in Davis offering a discounted rate. If you choose to stay here during your stay, please book your hotel reservation accordingly with the hotel. Room rates and availability are subject to change.

Hyatt Place UC Davis
173 Old Davis Rd. Davis, CA 95616, USA

Receive a 10% discount on any available room types, including suites, during the course There are no cutoff dates, and no contract is required. Rooms are based on availability. By using this link, students will enjoy free breakfast. Parking is $17 per vehicle.

Follow the link and instructions below to reserve your discounted room. LINK: Hyatt Place UC Davis Discount 10% OFF-Booking Link

Ctrl+click on the link to take you to the hotel website. Using the link is important because your discount is built into the URL.
Click on the “Book Now” button, enter your arrival and departure dates, and click the “Book Now” button again. Here is where you will see room options for the UC Davis Discount.
Select your room type and proceed with the booking.

ENTERTAINMENT

For local activities and restaurants in Davis, please visit https://www.visitdavis.org/.

COURSE CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY

A refund, minus a 15% processing fee, will be granted if the cancellation request is received at least two weeks before the program start date.
For cancellations received less than two weeks before the start date, a refund will be issued, minus a 50% processing fee.
Registration is non-refundable after the program start date, including No-Shows.

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing. Please email your request to svmcontinuinged@ucdavis.edu.

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