May 18, 2024 - May 18, 2024
Hands-On Lab: Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA) Wet Lab
Securos Surgical | Fiskdale, MA
About the course
Tibial Tuberosity Advancement
Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA) has become a preferred method for stabilizing the canine stifle after a cranial cruciate rupture. This course is designed for the veterinarian who wishes to learn/refine the TTA technique and to understand the major advantages of the XGEN “forkless” TTA system.
What to expect
Live lecture and wet lab
This laboratory will thoroughly review the biomechanics of TTA, preoperative planning techniques, postoperative management/ rehabilitation and how best to prevent and treat postoperative complications. The TTA operative technique will be taught in a step-by-step fashion with the assistance of intraoperative videos, and practice on canine cadavers. Simultaneous correction of patella luxation will also be reviewed. This lab is only for veterinarians who already have a thorough knowledge of the relevant stifle anatomy, extensive stifle surgery experience, and prior training in bone plating techniques and principles.
Lab Location and Hotel Information
Securos Surgical
443 Main Street
Fiskdale, MA 01518
The TTA lab will be at Securos Surgical's newly renovated office and wet lab facility. 2024 registration includes one free room on Friday, May 17th, 2024 at the historic Publick House Inn.
Rooms are limited so register early! If you wish to extend your stay, email us at university@securos.com.
Learning with Securos
Experience the difference
• Complete pre-lab survey
• Earn a free box of suture
• Sign wet lab waiver
During Lab
• Complete take-home bone model
• Pre-surgical planning with cadaver radiographs
• Hands-on cadaver work
• Post-op radiograph critique of each cadaver
Post Lab
• Procedural support from experienced surgeons
• Submit cases for pre-op planning support
• Submit cases for post-op review
• Cadaver practice available (with purchase)
Course Includes
$1250 Registration Fee
• 8:1 Attendee/Instructor Ratio
• Complimentary hotel room Friday, May 17th
• 8+Hour Hands-On Cadaver Lab
• Free Box of Suture
• 9 CE Credits (RACE approved)
• Complimentary Transportation between hotel and lab
A group room rate of $279.00 per night (plus taxes) is available to attendees and family on a first-come, first-serve basis. The room block is limited due to the local Brimfield Antique Fair.
Hotel Location:The Publick House Inn
277 Main Street, Route 131
Sturbridge, MA 01556
Questions? Email university@securos.com
Lead Instructor
Julie Zitz, DVM, MS, DACVS
She then went on to The Ohio State University where she completed her small animal surgical residency and masters in 2007, with a diplomate status in 2011. Dr. Zitz has worked as a veterinary surgeon for the last 9 years before joining our team. When not in the hospital, Dr. Zitz resides in Ipswich, MA, and loves to sail, ski, as well as play tennis and golf with her husband and 2 dogs.
On-Site Radiographs
VetRay Technology by Sedecal
VetRay Technology by Sedecal provides on-site x-ray equipment and support, performing over 150 views at each Securos University 2024 event.
They are the world’s largest manufacturer of x-ray equipment and now offer the best selection in digital detector technology.
VetRay Technology offers the Digital DX-V which provides HD images within seconds as well as detailed measuring, angle and adjustable circle tools software.
