The American Ferret Association, Inc. and the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine proudly present An Advanced Course - Management of the Ferret for Veterinary Professionals. The two-day AFA Ferret Veterinary Symposium will be held on Saturday May 22 and Sunday May 23, 2010 at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. This two-day symposium is a must for anyone who provides ferret health care, including those who wish to institute ferret medicine and surgery into their practices. There are millions of ferrets currently residing in United States households. Due to their ease of care and engaging personality, ferrets have become a very popular interactive companion pet. The wide range of lecture topics about this fascinating carnivore species will captivate veterinarians, veterinary technicians, students, and allied health professionals. The hands on surgical experience will enthrall the lucky attendees who gain admission by registering first to the limited access surgical wet lab. Join us to learn about innovative technology and new approaches to diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of many ferret disorders. Saturday Lecture Highlights: Exotic Mammal Board Certification GnRH Agonists and GnRH Vaccine Study Caval Resection for Complete Right Adrenalectomy Cardiology And More! Sunday Wet Lab Highlights: (Limited attendance) Caval Resection for Complete Right Adrenalectomy Common Surgeries (Adrenalectomy, Partial Pancreatectomy, GI Biopsies, etc.) And More! Registration information will be available soon on the AFA website at www.ferret.org The American Ferret Association is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) educational corporation. Vickie McKimmey Director of Shows and Special Events American Ferret Association, Inc. www.ferret.org [Posted in FML 6360]