Vet Spotlight – Dr. Leah Edwards

Dr. Edwards, a veterinarian from Wenatchee, WA, attended her 12th course with CSUVetCE recently. While she was here she took the time to share about why she keeps coming back, and all she’s been able to learn during our courses.

“You really feel like the whole experience is kind of tailored to your needs”

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FACILITIES

A modern and immersive experience

Spanning 130,000 square feet, the Translational Medicine Institute provides an unparalleled learning experience.

CSU VetCE Laboratory Space

3,750-square-foot teaching lab

Our teaching lab features 12 stations, each with its own endoscopic tower to facilitate minimally invasive surgery techniques. High definition 4K monitors facilitate crystal clear observation and playback.

Translational medicine Institute Large animal facilities

4,500-square-foot standing lab

The CSU VetCE standing lab gives equine and other large animal veterinarians the ability to perform physical and diagnostic exams.

A conference room with a view of a veterinarian operating room

Four integrated endoscopy surgical suites

Our endoscopy surgical sites facilitate large and small animal procedures. Fully equipped central supply and private observation rooms create a comprehensive learning experience.

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6,000-square-foot imaging center

Our imaging center features advanced radiology and diagnostic equipment including 3-Tesla MRI machines, CT scanners and a fluoroscopic C arm.

Translational Medicine Institute grand event hall

Well-equipped for large or corporate gatherings

The facility features a 350-seat event hall, a 32-seat boardroom and seven 12-20-seat conference rooms.

Designed for high engagement learning

The 150-seat auditorium, 50-seat tiered classroom, and virtual reality-ready immersive classroom form the foundation of a best-in-class education.

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On-site

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Online

Dr. David Twedt teaching in a lecture hall

Hybrid

A veterinarian working on a plastic bone

On-site

A woman working on a laptop

Online

Dr. David Twedt teaching in a lecture hall

Hybrid

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LEADERSHIP

Experienced, engaged and eager

With decades upon decades of collective veterinary and instructional experience, the team at CSU VetCE is passionately committed to furthering your career and the field. From the application process and orientation to the in-classroom, in-lab and distance learning experience, we are dedicated to providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to thrive.

COMMUNITY

Grow with your peers.

The CSU VetCE community is unlike any other. Form lifelong relationships with veterinary professionals from all over the world. Stay engaged with instructors. Pay it forward and mentor new learners.

They show us that we really can do these things.

ACADEMIC BY NATURE

Built on the excellence of Colorado State University.

The Translational Medicine Institute

Rooted in a tradition of learning, CSU VetCE provides students with an academic experience unlike any other. Our faculty of instructors are committed not just to improved patient outcomes but also teaching. They are leaders in the field with a passion for imparting knowledge and igniting curiosity.

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ADVENTURE AWAITS

Welcome to Colorado.

Squeeze in some much-deserved rest, relaxation and adventure in between lectures and lab work. Nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the Fort Collins area has something for everyone. Hike an endless myriad of trails. Explore a restaurant scene that will never leave you hungry (or thirsty). Visit Rocky Mountain National Park. Or if you time your visit right, spend a day on one of our many, many slopes.

Learn more at visitfortcollins.com

It's the most up-to-date and useful way of doing things.

COURSE CATALOG

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Continuing your veterinary education has never been easier.

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A Complete Introduction to Bone Plating - Veterinarians

January 25 - 27, 2026

A Complete Introduction to Bone Plating - Veterinarians

January 25 - 27, 2026

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!

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Orthopedics

A Complete Introduction to Bone Plating - Veterinarians
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A Complete Introduction to Bone Plating - Technicians

January 25 - 27, 2026

A Complete Introduction to Bone Plating - Technicians

January 25 - 27, 2026

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!

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Orthopedics

A Complete Introduction to Bone Plating - Technicians
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A Complete Introduction to Safety-Focused TPLO for Veterinarians

January 28 - 30, 2026

A Complete Introduction to Safety-Focused TPLO for Veterinarians

January 28 - 30, 2026

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.

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Orthopedics

A Complete Introduction to Safety-Focused TPLO for Veterinarians
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A Complete Introduction to Safety-Focused TPLO for Technicians

January 28 - 30, 2026

A Complete Introduction to Safety-Focused TPLO for Technicians

January 28 - 30, 2026

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.

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Orthopedics

A Complete Introduction to Safety-Focused TPLO for Technicians

Infiniti Interventional Radiology Summit

February 6 - 7, 2026

Infiniti Interventional Radiology Summit

February 6 - 7, 2026

Join us for an exclusive, high-level course designed for experienced professionals looking to expand their expertise in cutting-edge respiratory and urinary interventions.

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Small Animal

Infiniti Interventional Radiology Summit
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Small Animal Abdominal Surgery

February 9 - 10, 2026

Small Animal Abdominal Surgery

February 9 - 10, 2026

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.

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Small Animal

Small Animal Abdominal Surgery
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Next Level Soft Tissue Surgery: Advanced Surgical Procedures

February 16 - 17, 2026

Next Level Soft Tissue Surgery: Advanced Surgical Procedures

February 16 - 17, 2026

Join us for a special 2-day, hands-on advanced surgery experience with cadavers. In this course, you’ll enjoy in-depth, pre-recorded online lectures so that your hands-on training in our state-of-the-art CE lab is maximized when you’re here!

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Small Animal

Next Level Soft Tissue Surgery: Advanced Surgical Procedures
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Canine Mitral Valve Interventions

February 19 - 20, 2026

Canine Mitral Valve Interventions

February 19 - 20, 2026

Course will provide an in-depth review of currently available and emerging interventions for mitral regurgitation in dogs by leading experts on these procedures.

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Small Animal

Canine Mitral Valve Interventions
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Congenital Heart Interventions in Animals

February 23 - 24, 2026

Congenital Heart Interventions in Animals

February 23 - 24, 2026

This is a two-day course that aims to provide the audience a thorough review of catheter-based therapies for heart disease in animals with congenital heart disease.

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Small Animal

Congenital Heart Interventions in Animals
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Small Animal Dentistry (Technicians)

March 2 - 3, 2026

Small Animal Dentistry (Technicians)

March 2 - 3, 2026

Life is too short and dental disease is too prevalent not to enjoy small animal dentistry. If you’re looking to develop comfort, efficiency and skills in performing common dental procedures, this is the course for you! 

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Dentistry

Small Animal Dentistry (Technicians)