BREAK IN THE TRADESHOW
Granite Ballroom
Snacks and refreshments will be available in the Granite Ballroom.
TECH #203 FROM STERILE WRAPS TO SURGICAL/MINOR PROCEDURES
SUCCESS: MASTERING SETUP, STERILIZATION, AND SPACE
OPTIMIZATION
Post Oak Room
Speaker: Elizabeth Hinton
This lecture provides a comprehensive overview of essential practices for equine technicians focusing
on instrument handling, surgical setup, and sterilization techniques. Attendees will learn proper methods for wrapping
and unwrapping instrument packs, opening single peel-packed instruments, and handling drapes. The session includes
demonstrations on preparing operating rooms and surgical spaces for both major and minor procedures, tailored to
settings like private practices and larger hospitals. Training videos will illustrate minor procedures, such as standing
sedated laceration repairs, and strategies for utilizing dedicated operating rooms or moderate surgical spaces.
Additionally, common sterilization processes will be discussed, equipping attendees with the knowledge and skills needed
for aseptic effectiveness.
25
10:00am–10:30am
10:30am–11:20am
CEU: 1
#108 CURRENT UPDATE ON EQUINE PRACTICE SUCCESSION
Limestone Room
Speaker: John Chalk
Travertine Room
Speaker: Ben Buchanan, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC
#109 ETIOLOGY AND TREATMENT OF UVEITIS/IMK
FRIDAY August 1 continued
Granite Ballroom
Join us to celebrate the work of the Texas Equine Foundation and to hear about the on going
projects and future goals of the philanthropic side of TEVA. Lunch tickets are included with all
registrations.
TEXAS EQUINE FOUNDATION LUNCHEON
11:30am–12:50pm
