Veterinary Resources
GHI Webinars
| Date | Presenter(s) | Topic & Video Link | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7/15/26 | Bärbel Köhler | Clinical Pathology | UPCOMING |
| 4/29/26 | Donna Shettko | Best surgical practices | UPCOMING |
| 3/25/26 | Melody Bomon | Chromobacterium | Dr. Melody Bomon presented on Chromobacterium violaceum, a bacteria that has resulted in sepsis and death of multiple gibbons. Along with the background on the bacterium, Dr. Bomon presented three cases that led to a discussion of similar cases at other centers. Key takeaways included: 1) the need for quick intervention, 2) careful selection of antibiotics, and 3) possible ways to mitigate transmission. |
| 3/4/26 | Holly Thompson & Nene Haggar | Behavioral Solutions for Gibbons in Human Care | Holly Thompson and Nene Haggar addressed behavioral challenges for gibbons in human care using real-world case studies to provide actionable insights. The session concluded with a targeted Q&A offering direct clinical consultations. |
| 1/21/26 | Save the Gibbons | Introduction to Save the Gibbons | Discussion on opportunities for collaboration including community outreach, SOPs for confiscations, and repatriation of gibbons. |
| 12/19/25 | Keryln Carville | Wound Care in Gibbons | Presentation on the wound-healing process, consensus best practices for wound management, and current recommendations for topical products and dressings. |
| 11/6/25 | Joanna Webb | Radiology: Intro to ZARD | Overview of the Zoo and Aquarium Radiology Database Manager (ZARD) resource, including a Q&A with highly qualified radiology presenters. |
| 10/29/25 | Philipa Dobbs | ZIMS Medical Training | A 90-minute overview on utilizing the medical records section on the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS). |
| 10/15/25 | Karen Payne | Herpes Simplex Virus in Gibbons | Overview of research on HSV impact, prevalence, and IUCN guidelines for release and management in rehabilitation centers. |
| 9/9/25 | Florian Magne | Discussion on Gibbon Rescue Process | Discussion with rescue center health care professionals on the best ways to maintain the health and safety of gibbons during the rescue process. |
| 8/19/25 | Beth Richards, et al. | Panel on Human-Assisted Rearing | Expert panel discussing best practices for intake, nutrition, reintegration, and fostering while promoting natural development. |
| 7/29/25 | Melody Bomon & Barbora Červená | Parasitology in Gibbons | Identification session for the helminth egg, a common internal parasite in gibbons. |
| 5/5/25 | Kristin Tobin | Dermatology | Information on determining wild patient history and intake exams, including case examples on dermatophyte infections. |
| 3/20/25 | Karen Payne | Hepatitis B Virus in Gibbons | Detailed review of HBV research on infectivity, transmission, and recommendations for detection and prevention in centers. |
| 3/11/25 | Andreas Bandang Hardian | Pathology Best Practices | Presentation on postmortem change and tissue specimen preservation, covering necropsy preparation, specimen collection, and biobanking. |
| 2/10/25 | Boaz Azri | Primate Dentistry | Q&A session covering anatomy for local blocks, endodontic treatment, and dental radiology for range-country veterinarians. |
| 12/10/24 | Lilly Parkinson | Fluid Therapy Webinar | Best practices for emergency and maintenance fluids for gibbons, including alternatives in remote areas. |
Upcoming Conferences
Please flip through the calendar to see upcoming conferences that focus on wildlife health and/or rehabilitation/rescue, or find a full list here.
If you know of additional conferences to add, please let us know!
Contact us at info@gibbonhealth.org
Upcoming Grants
This calendar reflects open call or proposal deadline dates for a compilation of funding opportunities that fit our gibbon health objectives.
Please contact GHI if of interest to collaborate on a grant proposal!