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Airway Alert: Comprehensive Management of Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (EMRG107-0724)

The lectures for this course will be presented via Zoom.

Presenter: Guillaume Hoareau, DVM, PhD
Course Open: July 1-18, 2024
Real Time Sessions (RTS): Monday, July 8, 2024; 9:00-11:00 pm ET (USA) World Clock Converter
Total CE Credit: 2
RACE Category: 2 hours Medical


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Tuition: Member $46 ($41 early bird special if enrolled by June 17, 2024)
Non-Member $110 ($99 early bird special if enrolled by June 17, 2024)
Prices are listed in US dollars.


Course Information:
Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) represents a critical challenge in veterinary medicine, particularly within emergency and critical care disciplines. This comprehensive course, designed for veterinarians and veterinary professionals, delves into the complexities of diagnosing and managing BOAS, highlighting the latest advancements and evidence-based practices. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the anatomical peculiarities of brachycephalic breeds, understand the pathophysiology of their airway obstructions, and explore non-surgical treatment options. Attendees will enhance their skills in providing effective care to these at-risk patients. Whether you want to refine your expertise or update your clinical approach to BOAS, this course offers valuable insights and practical strategies to improve patient outcomes. Enroll now to advance your understanding of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome and elevate the standard of care for these unique patients.


Learning Objectives: Upon completion of the course, the participant should be able to
  • identify the anatomical features that predispose brachycephalic breeds to obstructive airway syndrome.
  • explain the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome.
  • implement perioperative management strategies to improve surgical outcomes in brachycephalic breeds.
  • comprehensive management plan for patients with BOAS, incorporating both immediate care and long-term health considerations.


Level and Prerequisites: This intermediate VIN CE course is open for enrollment to veterinarians interested in brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome.
Credit Approval: This course is RACE approved for 2 hours of continuing education credit for veterinarians. (RACE 20-1176564)


Course Agenda:

Week 1 (Real Time Session July 8, 2024)
Comprehensive Management of Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome


Successful completion (scoring 80% or better) on the end-of-course test is required to earn a certificate of completion for the course. To learn more about the requirements for earning a CE certificate, please refer to Receiving Your CE Credit and Course Completion Certificate.

Course Materials: Course materials will be available in the course library prior to each Real Time Session.
Required Textbook(s): There is no required textbook for this course.


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Tuition: Member $46 ($41 early bird special if enrolled by June 17, 2024)
Non-Member $110 ($99 early bird special if enrolled by June 17, 2024)
Prices are listed in US dollars.


*To ensure participants are ready and prepared for classes, enrollment will close on July 5, 2024, at 5 pm ET (USA) or when the maximum number of participants is reached.

*For more information on how online CE works, see the Participant Resource Center.


Enrollment qualifications:
  1. VIN CE Courses:
    1. VIN CE courses are open to VIN member, VIN student member, and non-member veterinarians.
    2. Veterinary support staff must be VSPN members in order to enroll in a VIN CE course open to VSPN member enrollment.
  2. VSPN CE Courses:
    1. VSPN CE courses are open to veterinary support staff and veterinarians.
    2. Only VIN and VSPN members can enroll in a VSPN CE course.
    3. Veterinarians will only receive credit for those VSPN CE courses that specify in the Accreditation statement that the course is accredited for veterinarians.
  3. Please check the course Level and Prerequisites, Accreditation, and Tuition before enrolling.
  4. Each enrollee must be able to receive emails from @vspn.org and @vin.com addresses.
    1. Email is our major form of communication with participants; personal emails are highly recommended rather than clinic/hospital email addresses.
  5. For further assistance call 800-846-0028 ext. 797 or email CEonVIN@vin.com. Please include the course title, your full name, and contact information in your correspondence.


Course withdrawal and refund policy: A complete refund of the paid course price will be issued when your withdrawal request is received prior to the listed start date of the course. If you wish to withdraw after the start date please contact the VIN office 800-846-0028 ext. 797 to discuss eligibility for a pro-rated refund.

*For more information on VIN's upcoming CE courses, check the VIN Course Catalog.

Katherine James, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM)
VIN Education Director

VIN CE Services: CEonVIN@vin.com
800-846-0028 or 530-756-4881; ext. 797
or direct line to VIN/VSPN from the United Kingdom: 01 45 222 6154
or direct line to VIN/VSPN from Australia: 02 6145 2357