14 Mar 2025
Advancing Surgical Expertise: Stuart’s TPLO Course Experience
At Westport Vet Clinic, ongoing professional development is a top priority to ensure the highest standard of care for our patients.
Recently, our veterinary surgeon, Stuart, attended the first-ever TPLO (Tibial Plateau Levelling Osteotomy) workshop hosted by Movora in Boston. This intensive course provided an excellent opportunity to refine surgical techniques and gain hands-on experience under expert supervision.
Learning from Leading Experts
The workshop was led by Dr. Jude Bordelon, DVM, MS, DACVS, MBA, and Dr. Ken Bruecker, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR—both highly experienced surgeons with extensive expertise in orthopedic procedures. Their direct supervision and practical guidance allowed participants, including Stuart, to refine their TPLO techniques and gain valuable hands-on experience.
Hands-On Practical Training
A major focus of the course was hands-on experience, allowing Stuart to practice TPLO techniques in a controlled learning environment. With expert oversight, he was able to perfect his approach, refine his surgical skills, and incorporate advanced techniques that will benefit patients requiring cruciate ligament surgery.
A World-Class Learning Environment
The facilities in Boston provided the perfect setting for this advanced training. Equipped with state-of-the-art surgical tools and resources, the workshop ensured that every participant had access to the best possible learning environment.
Bringing Advanced TPLO Techniques to Westport Vet Clinic
With this additional training, Stuart is looking forward to performing more TPLO surgeries in the coming months. TPLO is widely regarded as one of the most effective treatments for cruciate ligament injuries in dogs, and Westport Vet Clinic is committed to providing this high-quality surgical option to improve mobility and long-term outcomes for its patients.
For pet owners who would like to learn more about TPLO surgery and whether it might be suitable for their dog, Stuart and the Westport Vet Clinic team are happy to provide expert advice and support.