TPLO Next Level
2 Days of Practical, Hands-On Learning
More complex cases. More advanced techniques. More surgical confidence.
March 31st - April 1st, 2027
University of Queensland, Gatton Campus
Vets CPD points: NSW: 24 // Others: 15
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Is This Workshop For You?
This workshop is designed for registered veterinarians who already perform TPLO and want to extend their skills to more challenging cases, techniques as well as learn to better manage complications as they arise. It’s suitable for vets in general practice, referral or residency programs, but you’ll need solid hands-on TPLO experience to get the most from the weekend.
You’ll have the opportunity to:
- Perform advanced TPLO techniques for excessive tibial plateau angles, including double-cut TPLO and mCCWO
- Approach TPLO in small and toy breed dogs and cases with concurrent medial patellar luxation
- Recognise and manage intraoperative challenges and postoperative complications
- Assess alignment, instability, screw placement and postoperative radiographs with greater confidence
- Perform a TPLO revision for a postoperative proximal tibial fracture
- Refine your surgical technique through personalised feedback from specialist surgeons
Entry requirements: You’ll need to have completed a hands-on basic fracture repair course and hands-on TPLO course, have performed 50+ TPLO procedures, and currently be working in a clinical role where you perform TPLO as a primary or assistant surgeon.
Why This Workshop is Different
Hands-On
You’ll perform TPLO techniques, including surgery for excessive tibial plateau angles, TPLO in small and toy breeds, concurrent patellar luxation and a technical revision. You’ll receive personalised feedback, helping you to refine your surgical technique as you work.
Specialist Support
With four specialist surgeons onsite, you’ll have experienced surgical educators beside you as you work through challenging cases. Ask questions in the moment, get feedback on your technique and discuss tricky decisions that come up during surgery.
Beyond Routine
Move beyond routine TPLO and tackle cases requiring different techniques and surgical decisions. You’ll explore excessive tibial plateau angles, concurrent MPL, small and toy breeds, rotational instability and cases that no longer fit the standard TPLO pathway.
When Things Go Wrong
Recognise and learn about managing complications including residual instability, suboptimal postoperative function and proximal tibial fracture. You’ll also perform your own technical revision surgery, giving you opportunity to experience managing a complication rather than simply discussing it.
Real-Time Feedback
You’ll work alongside specialist surgeons to assess rotation, alignment, screw direction and length, plate positioning and other challenging surgical decisions, with personalised feedback as you go.
Inside the Workshop:
Advanced TPLO Techniques
Explore double-cut TPLO and mCCWO for excessive tibial plateau angles, plus TPLO in small and toy breeds, concurrent MPL and lateral suture techniques in large breeds. You’ll work through the technical considerations for each approach and when these techniques may be appropriate.
Smarter Surgical Decisions
Refine your approach to joint assessment, rotation, alignment and plate positioning, including screw direction and length. Learn techniques to manage instability during surgery, including internal bracing and anti-rotational sutures.
Prevent & Manage Complications
Learn how D1, D2 and D3 measurements and surgical positioning can affect outcomes. Assess postoperative radiographs, identify cases requiring revision and perform a technical revision for proximal tibial fracture.
Workshop Breakdown
What’s Included?
2 Full Days of Training with 12 Hours of Practical Lab Time
All Materials & Equipment Provided
Vets earn CPD Certificate with 24 points NSW, 15 points all other states.
A printed practical handbook & digital notes to review on your own time
Lunch, Morning Tea & Afternoon Tea
Need to Travel?
We’ll send you a recommended
accommodation list and provide the details you need ahead of time.
Your Educators
Dr Brian Beale
Qualifications: DVM, DACVS, ACVS Fellow Minimally Invasive Surgery - Orthopedics
Brian graduated from The University of Florida in 1985 and completed his internship in Washington, D.C. followed by a surgical residency at The University of Florida. He became Board Certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 1991. Dr Beale was an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine prior to joining Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in 1992. Dr Beale is a co-author of the industry-defining textbook, Small Animal Arthroscopy. He currently owns and performs surgery at H-Town Veterinary Specialists (Houston, TX), Nexus Veterinary Specialists (Baltimore, MD and Victoria, TX), Bark City Veterinary Specialists (Park City, UT) and Nexus Veterinary Education.
Dr Brenton Chambers
Qualifications: BVSc (Hons), MVSc, FANZCVS (Small Animal Surgery)
Dr Chambers graduated in 1994 from the University of Queensland, and spent his early career in general and emergency practice. He became a registered specialist in Small Animal Surgery in 2013. Brenton works in specialist referral practice at the Centre for Animal Referral and Emergency (CARE) in Melbourne, with a special interest in minimally invasive surgery. Brenton is an experienced educator and says the fine nuance of surgical procedures are learned from doing and watching others. He reminds all vets to keep in touch and support each other.
Dr James Simcock
Qualifications: BVSc(Hons), MANZCVS (Internal Medicine), DACVS-SA, DECVS
In 2013 James became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons and a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons. James is registered as a specialist in small animal surgery in Victoria. He is also an internship director and surgical residency advisor for the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. He is actively involved in teaching students and veterinarians and is an instructor and lecturer in veterinary postgraduate education courses in surgery. James is a co-director and owner of Southpaws.
Dr Cormac O’Brolchain
Qualifications:MVB FANZCVS (Small Animal Surgery)
Cormac earned his Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine from University College Dublin in 2014 before moving to New South Wales for four years in mixed practice. After a brief stint in New Zealand, he completed a surgical internship at Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre in 2018 and obtained ANZCVS memberships in Small Animal Surgery the same year. He then worked in emergency care and mixed practice, including time with Charles Sturt University. Cormac completed his residency with VSS and passed his Fellowship examinations in 2024.
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What Vets Are Saying
Hear It from Past Attendees:
– Dr. Anita Barton
– Dr Hayat Zailan
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Only 32 Places Available
Investment: $3,750 One-time Payment
Vets earn 24 points NSW, 15 points all other states.
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Addressing Common Questions
"I don’t have time to take off work. Why should I attend?"
Because this is the kind of workshop that pays time back in practice.
If you’re doing a lot of TPLOs, you will inevitably encounter these tricky cases. This workshop gives you the opportunity to learn by doing, building practical skills you can take straight back to your clinic so that you can walk into theater feeling confident and well prepared.
"Can I split the payment between myself and my workplace?"
Yes. If you have a CE budget available through your clinic or workplace, we’re happy to arrange split invoicing to help make registration easier.
Many participants choose to divide the workshop cost between their employer contribution and personal payment. Simply contact the VetPrac team ([email protected]) prior to registration and we can help organise the invoicing arrangement for you.
"Will I actually be able to apply these skills?"
This workshop centers on hands-on learning, featuring wet-lab sessions where you’ll perform double-cut TPLO, mCCWO, TPLO on small breeds with concurrent MPL and a TPLO revision.
"Will I receive CPD points, a certificate, and learning materials?"
Yes. Every participant in the TPLO Next Level Workshop will earn CPD points and receive a personalised CPD certificate, emailed within seven days of the workshop. You’ll also receive comprehensive learning materials, including digital course notes and a printed practical guide, so you can continue revisiting key techniques and tips long after the workshop.
"What happens if I need to cancel or the workshop is cancelled?"
If you need to transfer or change your registration to another workshop, an administration fee of $50 applies. Cancellations made within 45 days of the workshop start date will incur a fee equal to 50% of the course investment, and cancellations within 7 days of commencement are non-refundable.
If VetPrac needs to cancel your registration to the TPLO Next Level Workshop, your course fees will be refunded in full. Please note that VetPrac cannot be held responsible for any travel, accommodation or other associated expenses incurred.