Learn, grow, thrive.
Welcome to the future of veterinary continuing education.
Our Purpose
We believe in the power of the explosion that occurs when inspired learners, engaged educators and meaningful experiences collide.
Vision
To improve the human and animal world by inspiring and equipping others to do the same.
THE TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE INSTITUTE
A modern veterinary research and continuing education facility unlike any other
Sprawling over 130,000 square feet, the Translational Medicine Institute at Colorado State University presents the veterinary community with an elite experience. From state of the art lab spaces to the picturesque setting in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, continuing veterinary education at TMI is rich and immersive.
Lecture and education space
Featuring a 150-seat tiered auditorium, a 50-seat tiered classroom and a 40-seat virtual reality-ready immersive classroom, there are few veterinary education spaces like those offered at TMI.
A 350-seat event hall, multiple conference rooms, and fully-outfitted catering and restaurant facilities, the campus is also fully suited for corporate events, retreats and seminars.
Laboratory space
A 3,750 square-foot teaching laboratory includes 12 teaching stations, each equipped with two 4K monitors and complete endoscopic towers.
Complementing the teaching lab is a 4,500 square-foot large animal teaching laboratory, private locker rooms and adjacent laboratory animal facility and cateveric capabilities.
Surgical Suites
TMI features two Arthrex integrated endoscopic surgical suites and two Karl Storz OR1 integrated endoscopy surgical suites. Each includes fully equipped central supply and private observation rooms.
Imaging Capabilities
A 6,000 square-foot imaging center includes radiology and CT capabilities with C-arm fluoroscopy and 3-Tesla MRI machines.
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INSTRUCTORS
Seasoned, experienced, accessible
With decades upon decades of veterinary teaching experience, our instructors are knowledgeable, collaborative and committed to furthering your career. They are field leaders dedicated not only to delivering improved patient outcomes but weaving that commitment into their instruction.
If you have an interest in surgery, or if you are doing surgery, and you have some basic knowledge of it, and you want to take the next step - I would definitely recommend it.
STAFF
Dedicated to your success
The staff at CSU VetCE is the engine that makes everything go. From personalized guidance and recommendations to on- and off-campus support, we are here to ensure that your continuing veterinary education experience exceeds even your highest expectations. Complimenting our world-class educational facilities, our team’s friendly support creates the ultimate high tech/high touch learning experience.
COURSE CATALOG
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Small Animal Abdominal Surgery
February 10 - 11, 2024
Small Animal Abdominal Surgery
February 10 - 11, 2024
This course will focus on basic abdominal surgical procedures performed in general practice. A strong emphasis will be placed on basic surgical principles related to gastrointestinal surgery and urinary surgery.
Surgery
A Complete Introduction to Bone Plating - Veterinarians
February 25 - 27, 2024
A Complete Introduction to Bone Plating - Veterinarians
February 25 - 27, 2024
This blended, online + hands-on, plating course is like NONE other! If you’re going to be successful with your fracture repairs, you don’t want just SOME of the important principles, you want ALL of them…this is THE course to put you on right path!
Orthopedics
A Complete Introduction to Bone Plating - Veterinary Technicians
February 25 - 27, 2024
A Complete Introduction to Bone Plating - Veterinary Technicians
February 25 - 27, 2024
This blended, online + hands-on, plating course is like NONE other! If you’re going to be successful with your fracture repairs, you don’t want just SOME of the important principles, you want ALL of them…this is THE course to put you on right path!
Orthopedics
A Complete Introduction to Safety-Focused TPLO - Veterinarian
February 28 - 29, 2024
A Complete Introduction to Safety-Focused TPLO - Veterinarian
February 28 - 29, 2024
Come learn about the concepts, fundamentals and techniques of the TPLO!
Orthopedics
A Complete Introduction to Safety-Focused TPLO - Technicians
February 28 - 29, 2024
A Complete Introduction to Safety-Focused TPLO - Technicians
February 28 - 29, 2024
In this course, you’ll participate in the veterinarians’ lectures and labs where you’ll become familiar with the preoperative assessments, instrumentation, surgical techniques, and postoperative radiograph critique.
Orthopedics
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy & Gastropexy
March 2 - 3, 2024
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy & Gastropexy
March 2 - 3, 2024
As a specialist surgeon or surgeon in training, this minimally invasive surgery (MIS) course is designed for you! MIS is the wave of the future for veterinary specialty surgeons, especially for these cholecystectomy and gastropexy procedures.
Endoscopy
Introduction to Small Animal Laparoscopy - Veterinarians
March 4 - 5, 2024
Introduction to Small Animal Laparoscopy - Veterinarians
March 4 - 5, 2024
Now is the time for you to reach for new professional horizons and discover the many advantages of laparoscopic organ biopsy, diagnostic techniques and surgical procedures. Your new skills will distinguish you and your practice within your community!
Endoscopy
Introduction to Small Animal Laparoscopy - Veterinary Technicians
March 4 - 5, 2024
Introduction to Small Animal Laparoscopy - Veterinary Technicians
March 4 - 5, 2024
Laparoscopy is a team sport and your support of the cutting-edge medical technique is essential to its success in your practice.
Endoscopy
Laparoscopic Ovariectomy for Veterinarians
March 6 - 7, 2024
Laparoscopic Ovariectomy for Veterinarians
March 6 - 7, 2024
Laparoscopic ovariectomy is rapidly becoming the state-of-the-art method for sterilization of female dogs and cats and it is a procedure that will cement your relationship with discerning pet lovers starting early in their pet’s life!
Endoscopy
Laparoscopic Ovariectomy for Veterinary Technicians
March 6 - 7, 2024
Laparoscopic Ovariectomy for Veterinary Technicians
March 6 - 7, 2024
Minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopic ovariectomy, is a team sport. Your support of this cutting-edge technique is essential to the success of your team and your patients.
Endoscopy