Toxicology Continuing Education Webinars
Private-practice veterinarians and veterinary technicians will benefit from these free, toxicology courses presented by veterinarians at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.
They’re all RACE-approved and good for one hour of CE for individual veterinary medical professionals.
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Managing Dog & Cat Toxic Exposures to Unproven COVID-19 Therapies
This webinar covers recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of toxic exposures in cats and dogs to the following substances: cholecalciferol (vitamin D), ivermectin, oleander, hydroxychloroquine/chloroquine, and herbal supplements such as colloidal silver, bitter apricot seeds, and ma huang.
Don't Sweat It!: Treating Low-Toxicity Agents in Cats and Dogs
Dr. Colette Wegenast reviews treatment options for a wide range of agents, including less toxic human medications, household products, and yard products.
Emergency Stabilization of the Poisoned Pet
Dr. Andy Groszkowski covers stabilizing treatments for poisoned patients and common situations and symptoms that require immediate intervention before knowing the toxicity.
Poisoned Pets: Treating Unknown Toxins in Dogs and Cats
Dr. Kirsten Waratuke discusses which questions to ask pet owners in a possible unknown toxin exposure. We’ll also cover the available diagnostics for identifying potential toxins, decontamination of a poisoned patient, and treatment options.
Top Pet Toxicity Calls to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
This presentation by Dr. Lisa Paul, DVM, will cover the top dog and cat toxicities called into APCC, along with the treatment recommendations for each.
Extracorporeal Therapies for Pets in Toxicology: Dialysis for Toxicants and Beyond
Join our expert, Dr. Armi Pigott, DVM, DACVECC, as we review toxin-associated indications for hemodialysis, hemoperfusion, hemofiltration, and therapeutic plasma exchange. You’ll also leave with information on how to find a referral center that provides these services.
Weeding out the Stigma of CBD
With cannabidiol (CBD) use at an all-time high, veterinarians are handling more and more pets who have been exposed to oils, edibles, topicals, or other CBD products. Dr. Jesse Strong, DVM, of the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center will help attendees learn the differences between CBD and THC, get up to date on current research and legal status related to CBD, and discuss safety and toxicologic concerns with pet owners.
Xylitol: biting off more than your dogs liver can chew
From bulk sweetener to chewing gum, Dr. Charlotte Means, DVM, DABVT, DABT, Director of Toxicology for the ASPCA will walk you through the effects xylitol has on canines, teach you how to calculate an estimated exposure dose, and help you navigate treatment options. Join us to determine what products have xylitol lurking in them and what bodily systems would take the biggest hit.
The Nose Knows: or does it? How drugs affect scenting ability in dogs
Dr. Karla Smith, Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology, ASPCA examines the canine olfaction system and examine various drugs that may, or may not, affect scenting ability.
Cup of No: Caffeine and Other Stimulants in Dogs and Cats
Dr. Renee Tourdot, DVM, DABT, Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology, ASPCA will outline methylxanthine toxicosis and treatment. In particular, the different types of methylxanthines and their mechanisms of action, pros and cons of decontamination, and both in-patient and out-patient treatment protocols.
Antidotes in Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Justine Lee, DVM, DACVECC, DABT, Founder and CEO of VETgirl, will go over the indications, contraindications, mechanism of action, and general use of antidotes in veterinary medicine.
Online Toxicology Symposium
Lisa Paul, DVM; Eric Dunayer, MS, VMD, DABT, DABVT; Jesse Strong, DVM and Kirsten Waratuke, DVM, DABT have teamed up with VetEducation to bring you 4 free, interactive webinars.
Serotonin Syndrome
Dr. Michelle Carlino, DVM, Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology, will give an overview of every aspect of serotonin syndrome, including products that can cause it, signs that can be seen with it, and treatment options.
Feline Toxicities
Lisa Paul, DVM, Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology, will review decontamination methods specific to cats, poisonous plants and their treatments, common toxic medications, and more.
How Multivitamins Can Be Multi-Problematic for Pets
Dr. Charlotte Means, DVM, DABVT, DABT, Director, Toxicology, ASPCA will cover the most common human dietary supplements and their potential toxicity to animals, mechanism of action, clinical signs, and treatment plans.
Updates on Rodenticide Toxicity
Justine Lee, DVM, DACVECC, DABT
In this webinar, we'll review bromethalin and cholecalciferol toxicity, along with a few rarer rodenticides you'll see out there.
How to Treat the Most Common Toxic Exposures in Birds
Lisa Paul, DVM, Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology
This webinar will prepare you for treating avian patients who are exposed to toxic substances.
Kidney Killers
Michelle Carlino, DVM, Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology
We'll be discussing common renal toxicants such as NSAIDs, cholecalciferol, ethylene glycol, grapes, and raisins as well as lilies.
Will the Opioid Epidemic Impact Your Practice
Charlotte Means, DVM, DABVT, DABT, Director, Toxicology, ASPCA
How are your operations changing to meet the unique challenges posed by human opioid abuse? In this presentation, we’ll discuss the toxicity of various opiate drugs, both prescription and illicit, and explain how to best treat your patients.
Activated Charcoal
Laura Stern, DVM, DABVT, Toxicologist, ASPCA
Activated charcoal can be a useful and potentially lifesaving component of decontamination for a poisoned patient. This course explores safe and effective uses of activated charcoal-based on the toxicant, patient factors, and time frame.
Antidotes
Kirsten Waratuke, DVM, DABT, Toxicologist, ASPCA
In this course, you’ll learn about the three broad types of antidotes (chemical, pharmacological and functional), with Dr. Waratuke focusing on toxicology that small-animal veterinarians are likely to come across in daily or emergency practice.
Cardiovascular Treatment for Crashing Toxicology Patients
Dr. Justine Lee, DVM, DACVECC, DABT, VETgirl cofounder
Have a hypotensive, tachycardiac patient secondary to beta-blocker toxicosis? What about a hypertensive, tachycardiac patient secondary to amphetamine toxicosis? Learn how to treat them in this 90-minute course.
Decontamination Methods
Renee Tourdot, DVM, Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology, ASPCA
Here you’ll learn the basic principles of animal decontamination, including when decontamination is warranted and under what circumstances it may be contraindicated. Oral, dermal, and ocular decontamination methods are discussed in detail, including suggestions for successful decontamination of exotic species.
Human Foods Toxic to Pets
Dr. Colette Wegenast, DVM, Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology, ASPCA
This course addresses common toxic foods that are consumed by pets. Discuss symptoms and basic management of foods including chocolate, coffee, onions, garlic, ethanol, and yeast bread dough.
Illicit Drug Exposures
Kirsten Waratuke, DVM, DABT, Toxicologist, ASPCA
We discuss symptoms, signs, testing, and treatment for exposures including marijuana, cocaine, and newer drugs like kratom.
Imminent Death Toxins
Dr. Kirsten Waratuke, DVM, DABT, Toxicologist, ASPCA
Dr. Waratuke identifies the 14 worst potential toxins veterinary patients can be exposed to. Learn how to handle life-threatening situations with rapid onset of clinical signs.
Poisonous Plants
Charlotte Means, DVM, DABVT, DABT, Director, Toxicology, ASPCA
This course is a review of common clinical signs and treatment approaches for a variety of plant exposures. Learn about identification, treatment, and prognosis.
The Case of the Mystery Poison
Charlotte Means, DVM, MLIS, DABVT, DABT, Director of Toxicology, ASPCA
Develop an understanding of how to deliver appropriate and effective treatment when the identity of a toxicant remains a mystery.
The Toxicology of Human Medications
Kirsten Waratuke, DVM, DABT, Toxicologist, ASPCA
We'll review common clinical signs and treatment approaches for a variety of common human medication exposures.
The Toxicology of Holiday Plants
Charlotte Means, DVM, MLIS, DABVT, DABT, Director of Toxicology, ASPCA
In this course, you’ll learn about common plants used for decorating during the holidays, such as poinsettias, amaryllis, Christmas trees, and Christmas cactus. Dr. Means reviews the history, toxicity, clinical signs, and treatment options when these plants are ingested.
‘Tis The Season: Common Holiday Toxins
Mary Schell, DVM, DABVT, DABT, Senior Toxicology, ASPCA
Does your practice get inundated with poisoned animals every December? Learn about a variety of seasonal hazards that may be toxic to pets.