COURSE DESCRIPTION
You won’t want to miss-sss this-sss one!
Originally presented in 2025, this new on-demand series deals with the aftermath of certain serpent encounters. Join ECC enthusiasts Drs. Gerken and Kuo as we slither through current envenomation treatment practices in the United States, covering geographic distribution and access to care. After identifying venomous species, get the expert’s advice on adjunctive and anecdotal therapies (even the weird bacon trick your cousin swore by). We’ll review nuances of antivenom types so you can choose what works for your practice, and then close with a conversation on special considerations for coral snake cases.Â
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HIGHLIGHTS:
- Get expert treatment protocols and understand how to adapt for any budget
- See the science behind complimentary therapies, such as laser and blood products, and know when consider adding them to your plan
- Understand the systemic effects and affected organ systems in different types of bites for both elapids (coral snakes) and crotalids (rattlesnakes, copperheads, and cotton mouths)
- Compare market-ready antivenoms and new products on the horizon
Upon viewing this recording and passing the quiz with a score of 70% or better, you’ll earn 3 hours of RACE Approved CE.
BENEFITS
Earn 3 hours RACE Approved CE*
Learn at your own pace! Registration includes unlimited access to course videos for 12 months
Instant access to course videos and notes immediately following registration
Instant delivery of your CE Certificate by email, upon successful completion of the entire course and passing quiz score (70% or better)
After course completion, your CE Certificate will be delivered straight to your inbox.
*This course is approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of 3 CE Credits, with a maximum of 3 CE Credits being available to any individual veterinarian or veterinary technician.
These RACE approvals are for the subject matter categories of: medical program, using the delivery method of anytime/on-demand. These approvals are valid in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board’s CE requirements. RACE course numbers: 20-1379583
IntroVet® is also an NYSED Approved Sponsor, for providing continuing education to veterinarians and veterinary technicians licensed in New York State.
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MEETÂ OUR SPEAKERS
We’re thrilled to introduce Dr. Katherine Gerken and Dr. Kendon Kuo!
Katherine Gerken
DVM, MS, DACVECC
Dr. Katherine Gerken received her DVM from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014, followed by a one-year rotating internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery at Mississippi State University. She completed a residency in Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care as well as a Master’s degree at The Ohio State University in 2018. Dr. Gerken is board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care.
She is currently the P.B. Griffin Endowed Associate Clinical Professor of the Auburn University Emergency and Critical Care service with the Department of Clinical Sciences. Dr. Gerken has completed additional training with the Hemodialysis Academy and the Institute of Healthcare Communications for Veterinary Professionals. She is passionate about veterinary education, hiking, and building LEGO.
Kendon Kuo
DVM, MS, DACVECC
Dr. Kendon Kuo is an Associate Clinical Professor in Emergency and Critical Care at Auburn University. He earned his veterinary degree from the University of California, Davis. Following graduation, he traveled to Alabama to complete a one-year small animal rotating internship at Auburn University. He stayed another 3 years to complete a residency in Emergency and Critical Care. In 2014, he completed his residency, obtained a master's degree, passed his board exam, and became a father. His teaching efforts were recognized when honored with the Zoetis Distinguished Teaching Award in 2017. His special interests include coagulation, point-of-care ultrasound, and trauma.
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