Leptospirosis at Large: A contemporary take on a prevalent disease

Please join us as we join together with our Educational Partner - MERCK to present to you a timely discussion of Leptospirosis

Speaker:

Christopher A. Lee

DVM, MPH, DACVPM

Sr. Professional Services Veterinarian

Bio:

Dr. Christopher A. Lee is a preventive medicine specialist who hails from sunny California, where he earned his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of California Davis. His focus dwells on the interlacing disciplines of infectious and parasitic diseases, toxicology, immunology, scientific study design, and epidemiology. He also previously owned a veterinary practice. This diversity establishes a foundation from which Dr. Lee constructs practical wisdom for the everyday practitioner. In his current role as Sr. Professional Services Veterinarian with Merck Animal Health, Dr. Lee provides educational and technical support for veterinary hospitals and staff in the Southern California Region on various medical topics, as well as Merck Animal Health products. Ultimately, he works to promote the veterinary profession by sitting on the NAVLE Item Writing Committee, volunteering as an ACVPM mentor, conducting various veterinary lectures nationwide, and producing free educational podcasts.

Topic:

Leptospirosis at Large:  A contemporary take on a prevalent disease

Leptospirosis is an extremely common zoonotic disease that occurs in rural, suburban, and urban locations.  It can affect domestic animals, livestock, wildlife and can be transmitted to people and can be fatal.  This. In this presentation, current concepts including clinical diagnostic challenges, evolving diagnostic methods, treatment, and prevention are reviewed.

Location:

Cafe Roma

1020 Railroad Avenue, SLO

When:   Tuesday June 20th

Check In:  6:00pm - 6:30pm

Presentation:  6:30 - 7:30pm

CE:   1 hour 

RSVP:   Hayley Simpson, Merck

Email to hayley.simpson@merck.com 

Call/Text: (949) 412-7561