Presenter: Nancy Bureau, DVM, cVMA, CCRP

Goal: The enhancement of veterinary practice with Integrative Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine™.

Objective: Discuss and encourage multi-modal therapies for rehabilitation with medications, acupuncture, cold laser, manual therapy, and rehabilitation techniques. Become versed on client education techniques and home modifications for pets with rehabilitative needs

Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians™ (MAV) is the leading course for comprehensive, critically evaluated, scientifically based, and evidence-informed instruction in veterinary medical acupuncture and its related techniques: photomedicine and massage.

Our highly acclaimed curriculum guides students through the basic science of acupuncture, neurophysiology, and neuromodulation. 

We emphasize the central significance of myofascial palpation as an indicator of pain and dysfunction. Learn how to appropriately implement Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) techniques.

Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians™ (MAV) is the leading course for comprehensive, critically evaluated, scientifically based, and evidence-informed instruction in veterinary medical acupuncture and its related techniques: photomedicine and massage.

Our highly acclaimed curriculum guides students through the basic science of acupuncture, neurophysiology, and neuromodulation. 

We emphasize the central significance of myofascial palpation as an indicator of pain and dysfunction. Learn how to appropriately implement Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) techniques.

Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians™ (MAV) is the leading course for comprehensive, critically evaluated, scientifically based, and evidence-informed instruction in veterinary medical acupuncture and its related techniques: photomedicine and massage.

Our highly acclaimed curriculum guides students through the basic science of acupuncture, neurophysiology, and neuromodulation. 

We emphasize the central significance of myofascial palpation as an indicator of pain and dysfunction. Learn how to appropriately implement Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) techniques.

Open to all current MAV students – by RSVP only.  Discussions based on student questions and curiosity led by Dr. Narda Robinson.

Presenter: Tara Edwards, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVPP, cVMA

Goal: Appreciate the indications and limitations for using the underwater treadmill with common rehabilitation cases

Objective: Understand the importance of a tailored approach to patient care when incorporating the underwater treadmill into a rehabilitation treatment plan

Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians™ (MAV) is the leading course for comprehensive, critically evaluated, scientifically based, and evidence-informed instruction in veterinary medical acupuncture and its related techniques: photomedicine and massage.

Our highly acclaimed curriculum guides students through the basic science of acupuncture, neurophysiology, and neuromodulation. 

We emphasize the central significance of myofascial palpation as an indicator of pain and dysfunction. Learn how to appropriately implement Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) techniques.

Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians™ (MAV) is the leading course for comprehensive, critically evaluated, scientifically based, and evidence-informed instruction in veterinary medical acupuncture and its related techniques: photomedicine and massage.

Our highly acclaimed curriculum guides students through the basic science of acupuncture, neurophysiology, and neuromodulation. 

We emphasize the central significance of myofascial palpation as an indicator of pain and dysfunction. Learn how to appropriately implement Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) techniques.

Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians™ (MAV) is the leading course for comprehensive, critically evaluated, scientifically based, and evidence-informed instruction in veterinary medical acupuncture and its related techniques: photomedicine and massage.

Our highly acclaimed curriculum guides students through the basic science of acupuncture, neurophysiology, and neuromodulation. 

We emphasize the central significance of myofascial palpation as an indicator of pain and dysfunction. Learn how to appropriately implement Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) techniques.

Presenter: Narda G. Robinson, DO, DVM, MS, FAAMA

Goal: Improve the Effectiveness and Efficiency of Treatment Approaches by Implementing Dr. Narda Robinson’s Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) Technique for conditions of the pelvis and tail.

Objective: Design MAIN protocols for lumbosacral disease, pain and dysfunction of the tail, and anogenital disorders.

Open to all current MAV students – by RSVP only.  Discussions based on student questions and curiosity led by Dr. Narda Robinson.

Presenter: Timothy Holt, DVM, cVMA

Goal: Expand the spectrum of acupuncture points considered and implemented in large animal acupuncture to achieve better and longer lasting results.

Objective: Review the anatomic and physiologic significance of points not commonly treated in large animal acupuncture practice.  Identify the ways in which introducing these points into one’s treatment protocol can elicit more effective neuromodulation for the alleviation of pain and restoration of physiologic homeostasis.

Presenter: Hayley Sullivan, DVM, cVMA

Goal: Discuss various objective outcome measures that can be used for rehabilitating the horse, particularly during assessments in the field.

Objective: Understand which cases to apply each method to, the benefits of collecting data, and the instruments required for application.

Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians™ (MAV) is the leading course for comprehensive, critically evaluated, scientifically based, and evidence-informed instruction in veterinary medical acupuncture and its related techniques: photomedicine and massage.

Our highly acclaimed curriculum guides students through the basic science of acupuncture, neurophysiology, and neuromodulation. 

We emphasize the central significance of myofascial palpation as an indicator of pain and dysfunction. Learn how to appropriately implement Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) techniques.

Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians™ (MAV) is the leading course for comprehensive, critically evaluated, scientifically based, and evidence-informed instruction in veterinary medical acupuncture and its related techniques: photomedicine and massage.

Our highly acclaimed curriculum guides students through the basic science of acupuncture, neurophysiology, and neuromodulation. 

We emphasize the central significance of myofascial palpation as an indicator of pain and dysfunction. Learn how to appropriately implement Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) techniques.

Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians™ (MAV) is the leading course for comprehensive, critically evaluated, scientifically based, and evidence-informed instruction in veterinary medical acupuncture and its related techniques: photomedicine and massage.

Our highly acclaimed curriculum guides students through the basic science of acupuncture, neurophysiology, and neuromodulation. 

We emphasize the central significance of myofascial palpation as an indicator of pain and dysfunction. Learn how to appropriately implement Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) techniques.

Open to all current MAV students – by RSVP only.  Discussions based on student questions and curiosity led by Dr. Narda Robinson.

Presenter: Tara Edwards, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVPP, cVMA

Goal: Review anatomy, clinical tarsal conditions, grading of soft tissue injuries, and options for treatment including rehabilitation and orthotics.

Objective: Appreciate the common structures involved with injury, recognize common clinical presentations, and understand treatment goals while considering different stages of soft tissue healing.

Presenter: Narda G. Robinson, DO, DVM, MS, FAAMA

Goal: Improve the Effectiveness and Efficiency of Treatment Approaches by Implementing Dr. Narda Robinson’s Medical Acupuncture and Integrative Neuromodulation^® (MAIN) Technique for conditions of the head and face.

Objective: Design MAIN protocols for trigeminal nerve dysfunction, facial nerve injury, ocular problems, otitis externa, and stomatitis.

Open to all current MAV students – by RSVP only.  Discussions based on student questions and curiosity led by Dr. Narda Robinson.