Conditions of the Hind Limb
Learn about FHOs and MPL repairs
Conditions of the Hindlimb: Femoral head and neck ostectomy (FHO) and medial patella luxation (MPL)
repair are two frequently performed surgeries of the pelvic limb. Join us for this course which will equip
you to successfully perform these procedures in your practice! The course will involve a combination of
short lectures, followed by hands-on cadaver practice under the supervision of a specialist small
animal surgeon.
Meet your speaker: Dr. Singh graduated from veterinary school at the Atlantic Veterinary College in Prince Edward Island, Canada in 2006 and subsequently completed a small animal internship and surgical residency at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC), University of Guelph in 2010. He has remained at the OVC as a small animal surgeon and faculty member. He is currently a Full Professor of Small Animal Surgery in the Department of Clinical Studies, the University of Guelph. He is a past- president of the Veterinary Endoscopy Society and an American College of Veterinary Surgery Founding Fellow of Minimally Invasive Surgery. Dr Singh has provided training laboratories and lectured throughout North America, Europe and Asia. His research interests focus on developing and advancing minimally invasive surgery in small animals.
Morning snacks and lunch are provided.