Veterinary Specialty Hospital - San Diego

Continuing Education

How Veterinary Hospital Protocols & Regulations Help Us Care for Patients and Ourselves for the Long Haul
Date & time : May 18th, 2026 at 6:00pm PST
Speaker: Pamela Weber Collier, RVT
Veterinary professionals often ask, "Why can't I just...?" when faced with protocols that feel burdensome or disconnected from patient care. By understanding the "Why" behind the rules, we can reduce frustration, take ownership of our own safe practices, and sustain our passion for patient care in the long haul.

How to Cone-trol a Serious Situation: Incisional Nursing Care and Surgical Site Infection Prevention
Date & time: May 18th, 2026 at 7:00pm PST
Speaker: Landon Kobluk, DVM
Postoperative incisional complications are a common cause of morbidity in small animal patients. This lecture reviews risk factors, highlights the role of nursing care in early detection and prevention of surgical site infections, and teaches how to distinguish normal healing from concerning changes using evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes.

No Pet Left Behind - Financial Triage in Modern Veterinary Practice
Speaker: Robert Parkins, DVM

When Calcium Goes Rogue: Disorder of Hypercalcemia
Speaker: Alan Coberg, DVM

Tackling the Common Toxicities in Small Animal Medicine
Speaker: Nadene Oliver DVM, DACVECC

The Power of Blood Donation in Veterinary Medicine
Speaker: Christina Lee BS, RVT, VTS (ECC)
Location: PIMA - San Marcos

Recover CPR Rescuer Certification
Speaker: Kristin Frietas BS, RVT, VTS (ECC)
Location: Ethos Veterinary Health - Sorrento Valley

CPR
Speaker: Christina Lee Bs, RVT, VTS (ECC)
Location: Companion Animal Wellness Center
We offer a variety of learning experiences designed to support teams, strengthen connections, and create meaningful opportunities for growth across our veterinary community. These offerings provide flexible ways to engage in continuing education while fostering collaboration and shared learning.
Lunch n’ Learns (by request) Interactive sessions designed to bring teams together in a familiar setting, encouraging discussion, case-based learning, and practical application during the workday.
Community Learning Sessions (by request) Collaborative learning opportunities that create space for open dialogue, shared experiences, and connection across hospitals and teams.
Continuing Education Symposiums (throughout the year) Larger-scale events that bring veterinary professionals together to engage in focused learning, exchange ideas, and strengthen community relationships.
Lectures at Local Veterinary Technician Colleges (by request) Educational sessions that support developing veterinary professionals while strengthening partnerships between clinical practice and academic programs.
Please note that while we strive to accommodate a variety of topics, availability may vary based on scheduling and resources.
These opportunities are rooted in a shared commitment to learning, connection, and growth—creating spaces where knowledge is exchanged, experiences are valued, and our community continues to move forward together.


