HVVMS In-Person CE Event: Canine Arthritis Management - Perspectives from Multiple Specialties
Shadows on the Hudson
176 Rinaldi BoulevardPoughkeepsie, NY 12601-3948
United States
Event Details
UPDATED LOCATION Shadows on the Hudson - 176 Rinaldi Boulevard, Poughkeepsie, NY
Presented by: Thomas Monaco, DVM, DACVS (SA); Andrea Looney, DVM, DACVSMR, DACVAA; and Mercedes Wilson, DVM, CVA, CCRT, CVFT
Join the Hudson Valley Veterinary Medical Society in learning about canine arthritis management. Multiple approaches will be discussed, with perspectives based in surgery, acupuncture, rehabilitation, sports medicine, and anesthesia. This panel-style question-based discussion is sure to provide new insights into the management of a very common and complex disease.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize signs of osteoarthritis in canine patients.
- Describe a multimodal approach to analgesia.
- Understand the role of physical therapy in managing canine arthritis.
Agenda
| September 10 | |
| 6:30 PM | Registration & Social Hour |
| 7:00 PM | Dinner |
| 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Lecture |
For More Information:
Vantage Veterinary Surgery was founded to deliver the highest level of surgical care to pets, pet parents, and referring veterinarians throughout the tri-state area. With a sole focus on surgery, our experienced team offers personalized attention, advanced expertise, and a state-of-the-art facility to ensure exceptional outcomes.
Vantage was established by Dr. Thomas Monaco, a board-certified small animal surgeon known for his surgical skill, compassionate approach, and ability to manage complex cases. After completing extensive training—including a 1-year internship, 3-year residency, and board certification—Dr. Monaco returned to his roots in the tri-state area. Following years at top emergency and specialty hospitals, he and his wife Francesca founded New Jersey’s first dedicated veterinary surgical center to elevate the standard of care.
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Dr. Andrea Looney earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1989. She completed a residency in anesthesiology at Cornell and subsequently served as a Senior Lecturer in Pain Management, Palliative Care, and Rehabilitation at the same institution. Dr. Looney has held faculty positions at Tufts University and Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston. She is board-certified in Veterinary Anesthesia and Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. Currently, Dr. Looney practices at The Animal Medical Center in New York City, focusing on anesthesia and pain management.
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Dr. Mercedes Wilson received her B.S. in Biology from Iona University in New Rochelle, NY, and earned her DVM from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. She subsequently completed a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at BluePearl Manhattan.
After several years in general practice, she recognized a growing need for more comprehensive pain management options for geriatric patients, prompting her to pursue advanced training in integrative modalities. Dr. Wilson holds certifications in veterinary acupuncture (CVA) and Chinese veterinary food therapy (CVFT) through Chi University, as well as a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT) certification from the Canine Rehabilitation Institute.
Her clinical approach integrates Western veterinary medicine and rehabilitation with traditional Chinese veterinary practices to provide individualized, holistic care. She is the owner of Integrative Mobile Veterinary Care, a house-call service offering rehabilitation, acupuncture, and integrative medicine.