Become a Leader in Veterinary Anesthesia Care
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How would you like to elevate your anesthesia skills and provide exceptional care for your patients, all while empowering your team and increasing client satisfaction?
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Are you a veterinarian or veterinary technician passionate about providing the best possible care for your patients but find yourself feeling nervous, defeated, or disempowered when it comes to anesthesia?
Have you ever found yourself wishing for a more systematic, consistent approach to anesthesia across your entire team, but struggled with misinformation or resistance to change?
Have you felt overwhelmed by the pressures of juggling your patients' diverse needs, from the spiciest kitten to the most vulnerable senior, wishing you had a more solid foundation and the latest knowledge to ensure you can confidently give them the best care possible?
Get Ready to Hit Your Stride in Veterinary Anesthesia
With one of a kind professional guidance and a community that's got your back, you've stumbled upon the perfect spot to dive in, grow your confidence, and really make your mark in veterinary anesthesia.
Welcome to a solution designed with you in mind!
Veterinary Anesthesia from A to Z
 Experience:
- Improved anesthetic safetyÂ
- Elevated patient care
- Renewed confidence in your anesthesia skills
- Staff engagement and empowerment
- Client satisfaction
- Live and virtual access to anesthesia specialists
CONNECT WITH WHAT MATTERS MOST.
Our comprehensive, RACE-approved course is here to help you conquer these challenges and more. We want to boost your expertise and confidence in delivering exceptional anesthetic care to your patients. From patient-tailored assessment and plan development, through premedication, induction, maintenance, and recovery, we'll guide you through every step of the anesthetic process.
As knowledgeable, experienced, and professional specialists in veterinary anesthesia, our aim is to foster collaboration, elevate your team's skills, and promote the highest standards in anesthetic safety and patient care.
Preanesthesia
Dive deep into preparation strategies for anesthesia, covering everything from the initial assessment and plan development to equipment setup and premedication techniques. This module sets the foundational knowledge needed to ensure a smooth anesthetic process.
Induction
Explore the critical phase of induction with a focus on drug selection, intubation techniques, and managing potential complications. Gain the confidence to handle this delicate phase with precision and care.
Maintenance
Learn the essentials of maintaining anesthesia, including the administration of inhalant anesthetics and perioperative fluid therapy. We'll cover pain physiology extensively to ensure you can manage patient comfort effectively.
Monitoring
Understand how to effectively monitor anesthetized patients using both manual techniques and advanced electronic devices such as ECG, capnography, and pulse oximetry. This module is crucial for maintaining patient stability and safety during procedures.
Recovery
Navigate through the recovery phase, the most critical stage of anesthesia. Learn best practices for monitoring recovery, managing pain post-procedure, and addressing common complications to ensure a safe and smooth recovery for every patient.
PLUS... Live Q&A Sessions
Enhance your learning experience by participating in monthly Live Q&A sessions where you can ask questions directly to the course creators and guest experts. This module ensures you can clarify doubts and gain additional insights in real-time.
You'll also gain access to the Veterinary Anesthesia from A to Z audio podcast so you can listen and learn on the go!
DISCOVER CONFIDENCE
Imagine a world where you handle even the most complicated anesthesia cases with calm and ease, armed with the latest knowledge and best practices. A world where your entire team is unified in their approach, making your clinic a beacon of excellence in veterinary anesthesia.
This is not just an ambitious dream, but an achievable reality. And the journey to this future starts with this comprehensive course.
We understand the struggles you face, not just as professionals but as individuals who truly care for the animals you treat. With Veterinary Anesthesia from A to Z, we're excited to guide you towards a future where you're not just surviving in your practice, but thriving.
Our unique offering combines the convenience and accessibility of an online, self-paced course, the reliability and consistency of a comprehensive curriculum, and the direct access to knowledgeable professionals who are ready to provide you with personalized guidance.
Kim Spelts, RVT
VTS-R (Anesthesia & Analgesia)
Here's Kim - a woman who swapped the rocket-science world of aerospace engineering for the rewarding but often unpredictable world of veterinary technology. With a deep-seated passion for improving patient care, she took a leap of faith venturing into veterinary anesthesia, and she hasn't looked back since.
Kim is a seasoned pro, a registered Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anesthesia and Analgesia. She's dedicated her career to advancing standards of patient care, sharing her knowledge through lectures, articles, and her highly-valued in-clinic training. In 2013, she even launched her own business, PEAK Veterinary Anesthesia Services, taking her commitment to higher levels.
Now also a certified RECOVER® Instructor, Kim's zeal to improve pet care and educate others continues to blaze a trail in veterinary medicine.
But Kim isn't all work and no play. She loves the great outdoors of Colorado, enjoying quality time with her wife Christy, their playful dogs Chaco and Tula, and their mischievous cats Fennec and Ringo. She enjoys participating in a heated match of cribbage or Parcheesi, loves a well-crafted gin and tonic, and is a dedicated Star Wars enthusiast.
So, join Kim on this remarkable journey! With her at your side, you're sure to navigate the world of veterinary anesthesia with skill, confidence, and the passion that she herself embodies.
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Kristen Cooley, CVT, VCC
VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)
Meet Kristen Cooley, a seasoned Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anesthesia and Analgesia, whose love for animals and passion for pain management has taken her from the academic halls of the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine to operating rooms across the globe.Â
With over 15 years of hands-on experience, Kristen has mastered the art of managing both routine and critical anesthetic cases, making a notable difference in the field.
Currently at the helm of Veterinary Anesthesia Support and Training (VAST) based in Wisconsin, Kristen consults with clinics to elevate their anesthesia practices through expert instruction and tailored in-clinic training. She also jets off to Colorado Springs periodically, providing relief anesthesia services for Kim and PEAK.
Kristen’s dedication to animal welfare extends beyond U.S. borders—she's also known for her work with shelter pets and street dogs in countries like Ecuador and Peru, ensuring they receive the best care possible. Her commitment to understanding and treating animal pain has led her to become a certified Veterinary Cannabis Counselor and a consultant for BioTraceIT, working on innovative pain detection technology.
When she's not editing textbooks, illustrating for educational publications, or sharing her knowledge on international stages, Kristen enjoys life in Madison, Wisconsin. There, she juggles the joys and challenges of raising twins and caring for a houseful of misfit pets, each with their own unique backstory.
Join Kristen on this enlightening journey through veterinary anesthesia. With her expert guidance, you're in capable hands that not only perform but also teach with heart and humor.
"As someone who avoids anesthesia as much as possible - I can tell you that Veterinary Anesthesia From A-Z is a comprehensive course that helped me gain confidence and increased my knowledge around anesthesia. I feel better prepared to make sure that my patients have high quality care before, during, and after any anesthetic event. This course is especially special because you get access to TWO incredible VTS-es in  Anesthesia & Analgesia during LIVE office hours! Sign up now!!"
Liz Hughston, RVT, VTS (SAIM, ECC)Â
"As a veterinary technician, I always wanted to deepen my understanding of anesthesia to better support my team and improve patient outcomes. 'Veterinary Anesthesia from A to Z' was the perfect solution. After the course, I could immediately apply what I learned, leading to noticeable improvements in our anesthesia protocols and patient safety. The live Q&A sessions were invaluable—having direct access to experts like Kristen and Kim to discuss specific cases made all the difference. This course didn’t just meet my expectations—it exceeded them in every way possible."
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Here's what you can expect from this course:
- Better patient safety and care: Ensure optimal patient safety and comfort by identifying and addressing patient-specific perianesthetic challenges, providing robust perioperative analgesia, and responding to common anesthesia-related complications.
- Staff engagement and empowerment: Motivate your team, inspire change, and raise the standard of care in your practice.
- Live and virtual access to anesthesia specialists: Benefit from the expertise of seasoned professionals, ready to help and guide you through the complex aspects of veterinary anesthesia.
- Confidence in your anesthesia skills: Provide a higher standard of care to your patients, increase client trust and satisfaction, and create a positive and productive environment for your team.
Grow your confidence today!
Don't wait to make this decision; your skills as an anesthetist are too critical!
With purchase, you and/or your team will have access to all of the following:
- Comprehensive Course Access:Â Full access to all modules, from Preanesthesia to Recovery.
- Digital Workbook: Your workbook is designed to complement the course videos and enhance your learning experience with notes.
- Audio Podcast: Get on-the-go access to course content with podcasts matching the video lessons.
- Monthly Live Q&A Sessions:Â Scheduled each month to align with your progress! join us each hour for Preanesthesia through Recovery.
- RACE Approval (pending):Â Earn 10 hours of CE upon completing quizzes and final assessments.Â
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Join us, and together let's raise the bar for anesthetic care provided to our companion animals in modern veterinary practices. Because they deserve nothing less.
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