Topics to be covered include:
- Biomechanics of the cruciate ligament deficient stifle and tibial plateau levelling osteotomy
- Patient assessment and the selection of candidates for TPLO
- Pre-operative surgical planning and implant selection
- Familiarisation with and appropriate use of instrumentation
- Post-operative management of patients
- Potential complications and how to avoid and deal with them
- Practice of the surgical technique taught in a dry lab and wet lab