Continuing Education

This course will look at what is needed to operate a successful dentistry unit. As well as practical oral anatomy knowledge, dental nomenclature and dental equipment and instrumentation, the course covers how to take a whole mouth series of dental radiographs. An important focus isthe management of the most common disease in dogs: periodontal disease - from the consulting room to the surgery and then back to the home including treatment, homecare advice and disease prevention.

There are numerous myths surrounding canine aggression. Many veterinarians do not feel confident providing advice to owners about an aggressive dog. Without appropriate advice, owners may seek help from the internet or other sources that may be unreliable or not evidence based. As a result, animal welfare can be severely compromised, and human and animal safety can be at risk.

Rabbits and rodents are becoming increasingly common pets in today’s society. These patients have a profound, innate ability to mask signs of disease. The consequence of this is that they frequently present in a critical condition and require emergency care. This ability to hide clinical illness, combined with their small size and susceptibility to significant stress, can make them challenging creatures to treat.   This course aims to introduce the veterinary clinician to the principles of assessment, triage and stabilisation of rabbit and rodent emergencies. The first module outlines physical exam and diagnostic testing in critical patients. The second module discusses clinical consequences encountered in critical patients and their appropriate management.   The ultimate goal of this course is to improve the knowledge and confidence of veterinarians when faced with rabbit and rodent emergencies and empower them to provide a higher level of care to these species.

Historically, domesticated ferrets were predominantly kept for hunting rabbits and rodents. Ferret ownership has changed considerably since their early days of domestication. Now, many households keep ferrets as much-loved pets and are considered cherished members of the family. With ferret ownership continuing to grow, this rising popularity and perceived value has naturally driven an increase in clients seeking high standards of veterinary care for these animals. As such, it is important for veterinarians to understand how to examine and provide care for ferrets and to be familiar with the common conditions encountered in ferrets, including diagnosis and management of such conditions.

Many veterinarians, when confronted with an avian patient, feel out of their depth and uncomfortable – perhaps feeling that their level of knowledge about these unique patients somehow makes them unqualified to approach them with confidence. This course aims to not only provide veterinary staff with the information they need to work up an avian patient, but also to help them realise that it is simply an extension of the principles they have already been taught (and use every day) in the assessment of patients of (more orthodox) species. This course is aimed at graduate veterinarians, veterinary nurses and technicians, and veterinary students.

Unlock a comprehensive understanding of the dark intersection between human aggression and animal maltreatment. Renowned forensic entomologist Jason H. Byrd and forensic biologist Susan Underkoffler guide you through the labyrinth of history, the intricacies of legal proceedings, and the societal and familial impacts of these crimes. Delivered in partnership with The University of Florida, this course is an essential exploration of the resources available and methods for veterinary professionals to effectively respond to cases of cruelty and violence within their communities.

Real world resilience and wellbeing in the veterinary profession: moving away from corporate tick-boxes and generic self helps tips. While the veterinary industry has come a long way in recent years investing in the wellbeing of our profession, much of the support has been adapted from psychology and/or business industries. The generic self-help advice that we could find online or the guidelines that can feel naive to our challenges have been well-meaning but often unhelpful in navigating the real world of what it’s like in vet practice.

Building your surgical confidence: Principles of soft tissue surgery and surgical decision making. This comprehensive course is tailored for recent graduates, veterinarians returning to practice after a break, or any veterinary professionals seeking a refresher on the fundamentals of soft tissue surgery. Participants will gain valuable insights into selecting the most appropriate suture materials and wound dressings, as well as choosing the right instrumentation for each surgical procedure. The course will cover techniques to build surgical confidence, emphasize the importance of a growth mindset, and provide strategies for managing challenging procedures and complications. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical guidance, this course aims to enhance participants' skills and confidence in soft tissue surgery.

This small group workshop is designed to give you a basic understanding of small animal (dog and cat) echocardiography. Major topics will include ultrasound principles, normal cardiac anatomy and physiology. Also included will be techniques for achieving quality 2D and M-mode images and results, case presentations of important diseases and emergency cases, as well as plenty of opportunity for hands-on scanning of normal dogs. Individual coaching of how to obtain 2D and M-mode echocardiographic views and measurements (taught in the lectures) will be the main focus. Requirements: No prior experience or knowledge is required to participate in this workshop.

Led by experts Duana McBride and Ryan Ong, this course is thoughtfully designed to broaden your understanding and application of fluid therapy and expand your skills into critical care medicine. Fluid therapy is used daily in our practice. It is one of the cheapest treatments we offer, resulting in dramatic improvements in our patients. However, indications for fluid therapy use, other than rehydration, is often overlooked. As well as developing skills in critical care medicine, this course will help you develop an understanding of why electrolyte and acid-base balance is so important in our critical patients, and how we can manage these abnormalities with fluid therapy. In the final module, we will delve into transfusion medicine so you will be more confident in managing the next acutely anaemic patient. Whether you aim to refine your skills in critical care or elevate your expertise in fluid therapy, this course offers invaluable insights and practical knowledge directly applicable to your day-to-day veterinary practice.

Navigating the shift from routine veterinary consults to emergency cases demands a unique skill set. The upcoming conference, led by experienced expatriate Australian vets Kate Hopper and Dominic Barfield, and supported by local experts Merrin Hicks and Sam Long, promises to equip attendees with the skills for seamless transitions.

Ever wished you knew more about what you were looking at in urine sediment and what it meant? This webinar will help you to uncover important urinalysis clues that identify diseases processes (and those to ignore!) and then integrate those findings with clinical and biochemistry data to diagnose and monitor disease. Natalie will include practical tips on preparing and examining urine sediments and common causes of error in USG and dipstick testing.

Ultrasonography is a complex discipline to master. How do you use vasculature as a “road map”? How do you reliably find the pancreas and adrenal glands? How do you get the opportunity to image the “normal” to identify the “abnormal”?

Do you want to get the most out of Dental Xrays? Well, achieving diagnostic images certainly presents challenges especially when we see such variations in our patients’ anatomy (e.g. brachycephalia, missing dentition and the like), let alone using a technique that is steeped in geometrical mystery!  Introducing dental radiography into your practice has also meant an increase in the length of your dental procedures and increased anaesthesia times.

Cats are known for keeping their cards close to their chest, and in the diagnosis of chronic enteropathies, this is no exception. These cases can be difficult to manage in both the diagnostics and treatment pathways. We will talk about the presentations of chronic enteropathies, what look-a-like conditions to rule out and when to consider diets, biopsies, and other interventions. You may be surprised how the diagnostic workup and treatment is easier than you think!

Value-add to your services by using evidence-based approaches to cattle medicine and production problems that increase your client’s bottom line.

Gain the skills and in-depth knowledge required for those challenging cardiorespiratory patients with this course. Advance your diagnostic ability with a hands-on echocardiology workshop.

Develop a logical, problem-based approach to the investigation of pruritic skin cases. Skin problems are among the most common reason for presentation in everyday practice. The CVE Dermatology Distance Education program is a modular course that aims to provide you with the practical skills necessary to work-up and resolve these often recurrent cases with minimal frustration for both owner and clinician.   The Pruritic Skin Disease DE course will cover the various common causes of pruritus: including insect hypersensitivities, atopic and contact dermatitis as well as food allergies, Malassezia dermatitis and pruritic parasitic skin diseases.  The pathophysiology of pruritus, including neurogenic and psychogenic pruritus will be reviewed with an emphasis on current and upcoming treatment modalities.

An unwell cat poses unique challenges to the often time poor, small animal practitioner. They require refined, considered and focused care for the best outcomes. This newly updated course is designed to reinforce, deepen, and broaden your knowledge of feline medicine in a practical, interactive, and enjoyable way. Each module will focus on improving your clinical approach and provide you with key information and tips from our tutors. Your development will be supported by regular webinars, individual feedback from your tutors and an active forum. Immerse yourself in an approachable community for learning and advice all about cats, including valuable recommendations on how to make your practice more 'feline friendly'.

Enhance your problem-solving abilities with a course designed to develop a rational, pathophysiologically-based approach to the diagnosis and management of internal medicine cases. Led by the esteemed Jill Maddison and Sue Bennett, and recently joined by Susan Carr, this modular course begins as clinical work does: focusing on the presenting problem. It advances to a pathophysiologically-based approach to diagnosing and managing internal medicine cases. The course encourages you to reflect and critically evaluate your case workup procedures, thereby improving your clinical effectiveness and outcomes.

Provide better outcomes for all your surgical patients and boost your confidence to approach more complex surgeries. This course aims to present an overview of surgery and assist you to improve your approach to diagnosis and management of surgical diseases. The modules will cover key principles, practical applications and procedures. Each module will be supplemented with a tutorial to give you immediate feedback as well as the opportunity to discuss key concepts and approaches with your tutor.

Join our eminent keynote speakers Drs Samantha Taylor (United Kingdom) and Andrea Harvey (Australia), complemented by a world-class panel of 12 multidisciplinary speakers as they deliver this timely and highly practical feline conference. Benefit from the ‘top tips’ from the experts. Hear about the most up to date management tools for a wide range of common chronic diseases covering all body systems, in addition those diseases that present acutely; and much, much more… State-of-the art plenary sessions add variation and inspiration, including sessions on improving the lives of unowned cats, chronic diseases in koalas and their similarity to cats, and cutting-edge information on FIP management and research. It’s not often we have renowned feline experts from both the southern and northern hemispheres at the one conference. Don’t miss it!

Develop a logical, problem-based approach to infectious skin cases. Skin problems are among the most common reasons for presentation in everyday practice. The CVE Dermatology Distance Education program is a modular course that aims to provide you with the practical skills necessary to work-up and resolve these often recurrent cases with minimal frustration for both owner and clinician.  The Infectious Skin Diseases course has a broad content list, ranging from bacterial infections and mycoses to ectoparasites not typically associated with pruritus (such as demodicosis). It also covers all aspects of otitis externa and media including pathophysiology, diagnostics, medical management and surgical interventions.  Professor Mueller is regarded as one of the world’s leaders in both demodicosis and otitis and leads this course. The introductory module will cover the general approach to a dermatology patient. It also features practical work with microscopy and skin biopsy sampling conducted on-line and covers the key steps in the approach to nodules. While much of the emphasis is on developing a logical approach to case management, this course reviews the latest information available on a wide range of conditions and presents the latest evidence-based treatment options available. Ultimately, having more confidence in your abilities to manage skin patients will lead to higher job satisfaction and improve patient outcomes.