College of Veterinary Medicine

Medicine of Mammalian and Avian Species (MMAS) Symposium

The Medicine of Mammalian and Avian Species (MMAS) Symposium is a two-day event hosted by Purdue's Exotic Animal Club that serves veterinary students and professionals, as well as faculty, staff, researchers, and students from various fields at Purdue University and neighboring areas. The symposium offers a comprehensive series of lectures divided into two tracks. The avian track, covers topics such as avian care and handling, anesthesia, radiology, and triage techniques, while the mammalian track includes sessions on zoo medicine, dental disease, radiology, and other relevant topics.

Fees

Pet Owner: $55.00
Nurse/Tech: $70.00
DVM: $125.00
External DVM/Nursing Student: $55.00
Purdue DVM/Nursing Student: $40.00
Virtual: $25.00

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Schedule

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Saturday, November 9, 2024

Check In and Continental Breakfast

9:00–9:45 a.m. EST|Lynn Hall Foyer

Keynote Lecture: 30 Years of Exotic Pet Practice: Who Would Have Guessed?

10:00–10:50 a.m. EST|Dr. Angela Lennox|Lynn Room 1136

From Perch to Practice: Essential Skills for Avian Handling and Emergency Care (Pre-Lab)

11:00–11:50 a.m. EST|Dr. Häbich|Lynn Room G167|Track(s): Avian

Small Mammal Radiology and Case Review

11:00–11:50 a.m. EST|Dr. Olivia Petritz|Lynn Room 1136|Track(s): Mammals

Large Parrot Handling

12:00–1:20 p.m. EST|Dr. Häbich & Dr. Corriveau|Track(s): WETLAB

Urban Peregrine Falcon Introduction in the Great Lakes region

12:00–12:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Steven Thompson|Lynn Room G167|Track(s): Avian

ER Techniques (Pre-Lab)

12:00–12:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Angela Lennox|Lynn Room 1136|Track(s): Mammals

Lunch - Foyer

1:00–1:50 p.m. EST

Large Parrot Handling (repeat of 12:00 pm lab)

1:30–2:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Steven Thompson|Track(s): WETLAB

Small Mammal ER Cadaver Techniques

1:30–2:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Lennox & Dr. Corriveau|Track(s): WETLAB

Avian Radiology and Case Review (Pre-Lab)

2:00–2:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Olivia Petritz|Lynn Room G167|Track(s): Avian

Tiny Teeth, Big Problems, Unpacking Dental Disease in Small Mammals

2:00–2:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Jenny Herbert|Lynn Room 1136|Track(s): Mammals

Rabbit GI Surgery (Pre-Lab)

3:00–3:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Angela Lennox|Lynn Room 1136|Track(s): Mammals

Considerations and Common Problems in Zoo-Housed Birds

3:00–3:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Michael Wenninger|Lynn Room G167|Track(s): Avian

GI Rabbit Surgery

4:00–5:20 p.m. EST|Dr. Lennox, Dr. Corriveau & Dr. Nelson|Track(s): WETLAB

Unusual Exotic Mammals

4:00–4:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Catherine Love|Lynn Room 1136|Track(s): Mammals

Avian Hematology: In-House Diagnostics (Pre-Lab)

4:00–4:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Häbich|Lynn Room G167|Track(s): Avian

Bird Cytology/Hematology

5:00–6:25 p.m. EST|Dr. Häbich & Katherine Tate|Track(s): WETLAB

A Bird's Eye View of Sedation and Anesthesia

5:00–5:30 p.m. EST|Dr. Kaitlyn Nikirk|Lynn Room G167|Track(s): Avian

Development of a Robust Zoo Preventative Health Program

5:00–6:00 p.m. EST|Dr. Michael Wenninger|Lynn Room 1136|Track(s): Mammals

Crane Conservation

5:30–6:00 p.m. EST|Dr. Rachel Illgen|Lynn Room G167|Track(s): Avian

Sunday, November 10, 2024

Check In and Continental Breakfast

8:00–8:45 a.m. EST|Lynn Hall Foyer

Keynote Lecture: Puzzled by Birds: An Unexpected Flight through Avian Medicine

8:45–9:50 a.m. EST|Dr. Häbich|Lynn Room 1136

Head Trauma Protocols in Raptors

10:00–10:50 a.m. EST|Dr. Sophie Trowbridge|Lynn Room 1136|Track(s): Avian

Case Discussion: Ptyalism in a Bobcat

10:00–10:50 a.m. EST|Dr. Steven Thompson|Lynn Room G167|Track(s): Mammals

Optimizing Pharmacotherapy in Avian Patients

11:00–11:50 a.m. EST|Dr. Häbich|Lynn Room 1136|Track(s): Avian

Guinea Pig Care and Common Issues (Pre Lab)

11:00–11:50 a.m. EST|Dr. Julia Becker|Lynn Room G167|Track(s): Mammals

Pocket Pet/Guinea Pig Handling and Care

12:00–1:30 p.m. EST|Dr. Becker & Dr. Illgen|Track(s): WETLAB

Wing Fracture and Triage / Radiology Lab

12:00–1:30 p.m. EST|Dr. Steven Thompson & Dr. Nelson|Track(s): WETLAB

Drs who DooALot for A Little Guy: CO2 Laser Use & Other Bird Surgeries

12:00–12:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Lorraine Corriveau|Lynn Room 1136|Track(s): Avian

Discussion with Columbian Park Zoo's Veterinarian

12:00–12:50 p.m. EST|Dr. Jill Bair|Lynn Room G167|Track(s): Mammals

Lunch - Foyer

1:00–1:50 p.m. EST

Speakers

Angela Lennox
Angela Lennox
Annett Haebich
Annett Haebich

Lodging

MMAS November 9-10, 2024  - Hotel Accommodations

Attendees must secure their own overnight lodging.  A few hotels located in close proximity to Purdue University are listed below. 

Union Club Hotel

The Union Club Hotel is conveniently located on campus and connected to the Purdue Memorial Union and Stewart Center. Parking is available at the Grant Street Parking Garage at a daily rate of $10.

Address: 201 S Grant St, West Lafayette, IN 47906
Phone: 765-494-8922

Click  HERE to reserve your room online.

Hilton Garden Inn

The Hilton Garden Inn is next to Tapawingo Park on the Wabash Landing. Purdue University is just half a mile away. Downtown Lafayette is just across the Wabash River. Free parking is available in an adjacent garage.

Address: 356 E State St, West Lafayette, IN 47906
Phone: 765-743-2100

Click  HERE to reserve your room online. 

Hampton Inn and Suites

The Hampton Inn and Suites is located just half a mile from the Purdue campus.  Historic Lafayette downtown district is just across the river with access to local restaurants and shops. Parking is free.

Address: 160 Tapawingo Dr., West Lafayette, IN 47906
Phone: 765-269-8000

Click  HERE to reserve your room online.


Transportation
If you are flying, Indianapolis International Airport (IND) will be the closest international airport. If you are driving, you can obtain directions from www.mapquest.com to your hotel and Purdue University. Ground transportation to Purdue University from the Indianapolis International Airport includes shuttle service by Lafayette Limo (765-497-3828) and Reindeer Shuttle (765-637-5124). 

 

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