The COVE (Center of Veterinary Excellence)

301 Commerce St, Suite I

Waukesha, WI

We’re located next to ThinkPawsitive Training Center on the east/front side of the building. For your convenience, aerial images and directions are included below.

The closest airport is Milwaukee (MKE), just 17.3 miles away. Other nearby options include:

• Madison (MSN): 57.3 miles

• Chicago O’Hare (ORD): 73.9 miles

• Appleton (ATW): 87.9 miles

• Chicago Midway (MDW): 88.7 miles

While we don’t have reserved room blocks, these nearby hotels are popular with attendees:

• Hampton Inn Brookfield

• Home2 Suites by Hilton

• Fairfield Inn Brookfield

• Double Tree Brookfield

• Comfort Inn Waukesha

• Towne Place Suites by Marriott

Please plan to be on-site from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM each day.

A detailed agenda is available here.

To make sure we tailor your training to your current skill level, clinical use, and personal goals.

After you register, we will email you a link to complete the Abdominal Ultrasound Self-Assessment Survey.

This step is critical for customizing your experience and ensuring you get the most out of the lab, both during and after training.

Once you register, students will receive access to our ultrasound resources page.

• Tutorial Videos: 21 short videos (less than 1 minute each) demonstrating probe orientation and approach on the animal, along with the organ system visualized on the ultrasound machine. These videos are designed for quick reference whenever students need extra assistance before or after the lab.
• Abdominal Protocol: Guide laid out by organ-system, including preferred format for each view (stills & cineloops).
• Sedation Tips for Imaging: We provide sedation options for stress-free ultrasound exams. This will ensure a more thorough ultrasound for every patient.
• Normal Measurements: Discover benchmark values for feline and canine abdominal ultrasounds in our free reference guide.

1. Set-Up Account - Upload your scans to receive:

• Feedback on your ultrasound technique
• Detailed findings by organ system & treatment recommendations

2. DICOM Connection Instructions - Creating a connection from your PACs system or ultrasound machine to YVDR is easy using the DICOM Send Wizard which is built into the system.

3. Follow Us on Social Media - updates, tips, and exclusive content.  

We want every attendee to feel comfortable and cared for during training. If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, please let us know when completing your self assessment. We’ll do our best to accommodate your needs so you can focus on learning without worry.