Start Now Speaker/s: Tony Caiafa, Kayo Kuroda Online TimeOnline OnDemand Description 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. |
Start Now Speaker/s: Mathieu Raillard Online TimeOnline OnDemand Description Pre-existing respiratory compromise and some conditions like the brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome can make airway management challenging in small animal anaesthesia. Increased vigilance following premedication and after tracheal extubation is required. The first module aims to provide practitioners with the information needed to optimise preparation, equipment, time line and sequence of events during induction of anaesthesia and recovery in those cases. The second module focuses on anaesthetic safety of brachycephalic dogs and on the measures that can be implemented to reduce their risk of death. |
Start Now Speaker/s: Karen Brenner Online 27 day/s till Registration closes TimeOnline OnDemand Description This course aims to give general practitioners the tools to confidently formulate a diagnostic when presented with an anaemic dog or cat. |
Start Now Speaker/s: Sally Nixon Online TimeOnline OnDemand Description 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. |
Start Now Speaker/s: Ben Ahern Online 27 day/s till Registration closes TimeOnline OnDemand Description Lacerations are very common in horses. There are myriad ways to handle them and often we get stuck in our ways. This course aims to briefly review the basics but then expand to cover assessment, debridement, closure, stabilisation, monitoring, complications and managing expectations. The emphasis is on trying to push the boundaries to some degree on options so you feel confident to try some new things in handling this common injury in horses and achieve improved outcomes. |
Start Now Speaker/s: Olivia Clarke Online 27 day/s till Registration closes TimeOnline OnDemand Description 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. |
Start Now Speaker/s: Melanie Dobromylskyj Online 27 day/s till Registration closes TimeOnline OnDemand Description This course aims to help you get the best out of your histopathology submissions, including how to optimize your biopsies, fix them appropriately and avoid annoying artefacts which can lead to non-diagnostic samples. Practical advice on how to approach particularly challenging samples, such as limb amputations, spleens and large tumours, is covered. The course also provides critical information on to include on the submission form, how tumour margins are assessed, and an insight into what happens in a histology laboratory. |
Start Now Speaker/s: Olivia Clarke Online 27 day/s till Registration closes TimeOnline OnDemand Description 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. |
Wednesday, 06 December 2023 Speaker/s: David Vella and Joanne Sheen Lane Cove 1 day/s till Registration closes Workshops and Conferences Description Rabbits have always been common pets, but there has been a shift in the way they are nurtured and valued by their owners. Once perhaps considered “replaceable”, these little companions are now loved family members – and the expectation is that most of their medical and surgical needs can be met in general practice. Dental disease is one of the most common conditions seen in rabbits. This workshop is intended to equip clinicians with the knowledge and skills to confidently approach, diagnose and treat these cases. Presentations will discuss important aspects of rabbit dentistry including anatomy, radiography, instrumentation, dealing with complications and post operative care. The practical sessions will provide the opportunity to practice radiography and common dental procedures under the guidance of your two expert tutors, ABVP diplomates Dr David Vella and Dr Joanne Sheen. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your expertise and improve your capacity to care for your rabbit patients. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Laurent Garosi & Simon Platt Online Distance Education Description Are you over-referring? Complete this course to improve your confidence in dealing with those tricky neurological cases that are often referred to a specialist. Neurological cases are probably some of the scariest to deal with and quickest to get referred. This course aims to demystify the process of localisation and help you gain the confidence to workup these often-tricky cases. Starting with the basics of clinical neurology and an introduction to neuroanatomical localization, the aim is for you to develop a logical stepwise approach to neurological presentations. Each module will deal with a major clinical presentation such as seizures, paralysis and head tilt, taking from the responsible anatomy, through the neurological exam and differentials to the work up and management using video footage where applicable. Your learning will be enhanced by videos, photos and diagrams and expert feedback as you refine the skills to diagnose and manage common brain, spinal and neuromuscular diseases and adopt practical tips to apply in general practice. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Eduardo Uquillas & Christina Dart Online Distance Education Description A sound understanding and knowledge of the principles and practice provide the foundation that underpins the complex process of clinical reasoning and decision making in this discipline. In this course participants will have the opportunity to enhance their clinical reasoning and decision-making skills in anaesthesia by refining their knowledge, and application of knowledge, in pharmacology, physiology and principles of clinical anaesthesia. This course will enable participants to make sound and effective decisions when planning and executing anaesthesia, and in managing complications. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Kersti Seksel, Debbie Calnon, Jacqui Ley, Isabelle Resch, Sally Nixon, Barbara Lindsay Online Distance Education Description Behaviour problem or problem behaviour? Learn to differentiate and maximise treatment success. Improve your ability to help your clients better understand their pets’ behaviour and learn to best manage anxiety, aggression and other common behavioural problems. Discover the latest updates in behavioural pharmacology – the when, why, how and which of psychotropic medications. A knowledge of behaviour is integral in maximising patient welfare. A positive experience in your practice for both patient and client will enhance satisfaction for pet, vet and the owner! |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Niek Beijerink & Mariko Yata Online Hurry! Limited Places Remaining Distance Education Description 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. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Sandra Forsyth & Karen Jackson Online Distance Education Description Make the most of in-house clinical pathology and achieve accurate, rapid diagnoses. Do you want to maximise the benefits of your bench-top analyser and in-house pathology? Achieve rapid, cost-effective diagnoses with increased confidence? Ensure that your bench-top analyser is providing accurate information? This course will expand and refine your diagnostic skills across a range of modalities including biochemistry, haematology, acid-base balance, urinalysis, endocrinology, blood smear evaluation, urine sediment evaluation and cytology. You will be guided through a range of practical techniques that will grow your confidence and ensure you are getting the best out of your in-house machines, as well as from external pathology services. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Ralf Mueller, Sonya Bettenay & Stefan Hobi Online Distance Education Description 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. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Yenny Indrawirawan, Sophia Morse Online Distance Education Description Develop your capacity to treat small animal emergency and critical care cases confidently and maximise your patient outcomes. This course aims to develop your practical skills and techniques for the treatment and monitoring of critically ill animals. Triage, fluid therapy, analgesia, acute abdomen, respiratory distress and multisystem trauma are all covered with an emphasis on case-based problem solving. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Rachel Korman, Carolyn O'Brien, Katherine Briscoe..... Online Distance Education Description 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”. This course is delivered over 2 years to enable busy veterinarians to manage the comprehensive content. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Darren Merrett, Jen Brown, Steve Holloway Online Distance Education Description Three enthusiastic and knowledgeable tutors guide you through 10 modules designed to increase your confidence in your ability to diagnose and treat your small animal patients. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Jill Maddison, Sue Bennett, Susan Carr Online Distance Education Description Perennially popular tutors Jill Maddison and Sue Bennett present this course where the learning begins the way it does in the clinic: with a focus on the presenting problem. This 8-module course will advance your problem-solving skills to develop a rational, pathophysiologically-based approach to diagnosing and managing internal medicine cases. An emphasis on reflection and self-analysis of the way you process and work up cases will challenge you and help you to improve your approach in practice. In this way you will be able to develop a logical problem-solving framework that will carry through into more successful and rewarding management of your patients. The workshops will provide an opportunity to interrogate your methodology and discuss approaches with your peers and tutors. If you are interested in sitting the small animal medicine membership examinations for the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS), this is a wonderful preparation for you. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Robin Stanley Online Distance Education Description Develop your ability and confidence to investigate, diagnose and manage your ocular cases, every single time and know when you should be recommending referral. Learn the fundamentals of a thorough ocular exam from the front to the back of the eye. Case-based learning will increase your confidence in handling ophthalmology in general, equine, or small animal practice |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Paul Cusack Online Distance Education Description Maximise the output of your clients’ operations and learn how to better manage nutritional problems. This course aims to help you develop the knowledge and tools necessary to achieve optimal nutritional outcomes in beef, dairy cattle and sheep enterprises. A three-day interactive workshop will see you visiting dairies, feedlots, and grazing enterprises to bring your learning to life. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Katrina Cheng Online Distance Education Description Unlike heart disease, chronic renal insufficiency and arthritis, cancer is potentially curable. Advances in chemotherapy and other treatment options have increased the options for palliative care, so that animals can have a prolonged life rather than a prolonged death. This course provides an overview of cancer biology, common chemotherapeutics, other therapies including surgery and radiation, paraneoplastic syndromes, lymphoma, sarcomas, round cell tumours and the complete approach to the cancer patient. Develop the skills to obtain a tissue diagnosis without compromising the patient, tailor treatment plans for patients with co-morbidities and curate comprehensive palliative care protocols where the emphasis is on quality of life. Know that you are offering your patients – and their people – the most contemporary options and maximising the patient’s welfare. |
Thursday, 01 February 2024 Speaker/s: Chris Tan, Mark Newman, Wendy Archipow, Bronwyn Fullagar Online Distance Education Description 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. |
Monday, 05 February 2024 Speaker/s: Laura Watson Online WebinarPLUS Description Rabbit Anaesthesia: where everyone holds their breath waiting for it to be over - including the patient. Rabbits have a higher reported anaesthetic mortality rate than dogs and cats. There are a number of factors that influence this, including differences in behaviour, anatomy and physiology that need to be appreciated to prepare for a safe and successful anaesthetic in this species. They may also have underlying disease processes, that are undetected, as prey species are excellent at masking signs of illness. The aim of this webinar with Megan Walmsley is to arm nurses with the knowledge and skills to address some of the challenges in rabbit anaesthesia and the confidence to advocate for these patients. |
Monday, 19 February 2024 Speaker/s: David Vella Online TimeOnline Description Pet rabbits and rodents are increasingly presenting to veterinary practices. Embrace the surge in small pet ownership with guidance from Dr. David Vella, an authority in rabbit and rodent care. This detailed Rabbits and Rodents TimeOnline course bridges the gap between increasing client expectations and veterinary expertise. |
Wednesday, 21 February 2024 Speaker/s: Xander Huizing Online WebinarLIVE! Description Looking to put that spark back into your relationship with veterinary imaging? Join Xander—a boarded radiologist —as he takes you on a recap journey of radiology using practical examples, interactive cases and a heck of a lot of passion! You'll have a new-found love for radiology and everything that it can contribute to your clinical workups! This webinar will ignite your joy in interpreting radiographs... but beware, you might find yourself signing up for a CVE Distance Education course |
Thursday, 22 February 2024 Speaker/s: Andrea Harvey Online WebinarPLUS Description Decision making in clinical cases is rarely black and white, often there isn’t one right or wrong decision. This is something that can be emotionally challenging when we are concerned with ‘doing the right thing’ and not being confident with what that is, is a common stressor in clinical practice. How do we decide what diagnostic tests to do and when, what treatments to use, whether the animal needs medical or surgical management, and whether they need to be hospitalised, managed as an outpatient, or referred. Further, how do we balance these decisions with other practical, owner and financial considerations to reach good decisions that we feel confident about! This webinar with Dr Andrea Harvey embraces the challenges of clinical decision making, and focusing on patient welfare illustrates how this can be a useful tool to aid decision making, providing clinicians with confidence in making the best decisions for their patients |
Friday, 23 February 2024 Speaker/s: Anthony Caiafa & Kayo Kuroda Lane Cove 1 day/s till Early Bird closes Workshops and Conferences Description Dentistry is a significant part of companion animal practice – and it’s becoming more so. Do you have the skills to confidently approach the surgical management of dental disease? Can you perform the procedures needed with efficiency whilst minimising complications to your patient? This is your opportunity to be mentored by leaders in the field and be individually guided on techniques and tips that will make your life much easier – and improve your clinical outcomes! Tony Caiafa is recognised as a leader with a capacity to empower vets with the skills they need in daily practice; he will be assisted by Kayo Kuroda, also a passionate educator. Take the distress out of dentals for both you and your patient – this 2-day workshop is essential for any small animal clinician. |
Friday, 01 March 2024 Speaker/s: Belinda Hopper Online Distance Education Description Improve your diagnostic skills and avoid common mistakes in thoracic diagnosis. Thoracic radiography is one of the most useful clinical tests undertaken in clinical practice and yet one of the most frequently cited areas of confusion. This course aims to increase your ability to take optimal thoracic radiographs and to interpret them confidently. The modules focus on radiographic interpretation, with incorporation of complementary imaging modalities, particularly CT and sonography, to assist in explanations of the radiographic pathological patterns present. |
Monday, 04 March 2024 Speaker/s: Melissa Fangmeier Online WebinarPLUS Description Rabbit Anaesthesia: where everyone holds their breath waiting for it to be over - including the patient. Rabbits have a higher reported anaesthetic mortality rate than dogs and cats. There are a number of factors that influence this, including differences in behaviour, anatomy and physiology that need to be appreciated to prepare for a safe and successful anaesthetic in this species. They may also have underlying disease processes, that are undetected, as prey species are excellent at masking signs of illness. The aim of this webinar with Megan Walmsley is to arm nurses with the knowledge and skills to address some of the challenges in rabbit anaesthesia and the confidence to advocate for these patients. |
Monday, 25 March 2024 Speaker/s: Steven De Decker Online TimeOnline Description Seizures in pets are not just medical emergencies; they're deeply personal moments that require a vet's compassionate response. This course, led by Dr. Steven De Decker, a prominent figure in veterinary neurology, demystifies the complexities of epilepsy in cats and dogs. It focuses on practical decision-making, tackling common challenges, and incorporating the latest advancements in treatment. Dr. De Decker, whose exceptional work at the Royal Veterinary College has established him as a leading expert, brings his extensive knowledge directly to you. His guidance through this course will give you an unparalleled understanding of epilepsy, backed by the latest research and therapeutic approaches. |
Thursday, 28 March 2024 Speaker/s: Amy Lam Online WebinarPLUS Description Cushing's, acromegaly, central hypothyroidism, and everything in between—this webinar has it all. Delve into the endocrine intricacies of the pituitary gland, with a focus on its crucial hormone production, the implications of its dysfunction, and the therapeutic strategies that can make a real difference in your practice. |
Friday, 05 April 2024 Speaker/s: David Maggs, Mark Billson, Allyson Groth University of Sydney Workshops and Conferences Description Improve your understanding and capabilities in veterinary ophthalmology! Join us for the return of Practical Ophthalmology Conference and Workshop in 2024. This program was designed to improve your understanding and capabilities in ophthalmology while also having fun. Mark Billson, Allyson Groth, and David Maggs will place special emphasis on performing a high-yield ophthalmic exam with the instruments already in your clinic, choosing the best diagnostic tests, perfecting ophthalmic surgical techniques, and discussing which drugs to use when. All 3 speakers work with referring vets on a daily basis and their philosophy is to emphasise a group of concepts that they call 'TIWIKIPS' (or 'Things I Wish I'd Known In Practice') with the ultimate goal that you leave the course saying "I am going back to try this in my practice next week". Enrolling in this course will provide you with a full day of theory that you can put into practice in the following full day practical workshop. There will be opportunities for ophthalmic examination with live dogs and hands-on surgery in the wet lab using cadavers. You will unlock new knowledge and enhance your practical capabilities while immersing yourself in an enriching educational experience. |
Monday, 15 April 2024 Speaker/s: Sarah Collins Online WebinarPLUS Description Rabbit Anaesthesia: where everyone holds their breath waiting for it to be over - including the patient. Rabbits have a higher reported anaesthetic mortality rate than dogs and cats. There are a number of factors that influence this, including differences in behaviour, anatomy and physiology that need to be appreciated to prepare for a safe and successful anaesthetic in this species. They may also have underlying disease processes, that are undetected, as prey species are excellent at masking signs of illness. The aim of this webinar with Megan Walmsley is to arm nurses with the knowledge and skills to address some of the challenges in rabbit anaesthesia and the confidence to advocate for these patients. |
Wednesday, 17 April 2024 Speaker/s: Kayoko Kuroda, Crystal C. Loh Online TimeOnline Description Take your dentistry to a more advanced level and improve the health and welfare of your patients. Dive into the wonderful world of dentistry to improve the quality of health and welfare in your patients! Veterinary dentistry is a broad, constantly expanding and highly progressive discipline in veterinary medicine which has seen many changes in the last 20 years. Likewise, client expectations regarding their pets’ oral health and treatment have also changed, with more and more clients being actively engaged, and wanting to ensure that they are making the best decisions for their pets’ health long term. This course is created for passionate veterinarians who have a sound fundamental knowledge base and some practical experience in dentistry and who want to further advance their skill set to ensure they are staying current and providing the best possible care for their patients. |
Wednesday, 17 April 2024 Speaker/s: Mike Farrell Online WebinarLIVE! Description As veterinary professionals, we pride ourselves on being scientists, but are we truly sceptical in our approach to our painful patients, or are we so desperate to find the Holy Grail—a powerful treatment with no side-effects—that we view the published literature through rose-tinted glasses? While leading pain clinics like the Mayo Clinic prioritise non-pharmacological approaches, veterinary medicine has not followed suit. Instead, prescription drugs and supplements almost always dominate treatment plans. Bizarrely, this polypharmacy approach is seemingly celebrated within the veterinary profession, while therapies which take centre stage in human healthcare, namely a healthy diet, physical therapy and lifestyle management, are routinely devalued. In this presentation, join Dr. Mike Farrell—a passionate orthopaedic clinician—as he reviews the evidence for and against veterinary joint supplements. These are some of the questions we’ll answer: - How much difference does weight loss make? - How do we spot hyped claims?- What advice should we offer our clients about joint supplements? |
Monday, 22 April 2024 Speaker/s: Zoe Lenard & Fleur James Online TimeOnline Description Evidence-based approach to dealing with heart murmurs in dogs and cats you have been looking for. Led by Dr Fleur James, a specialist in internal medicine, alongside specialist radiologist Dr Zoe Lenard, this course offers an evidence-based strategy for understanding and diagnosing heart murmurs and cough-related conditions in dogs and cats with the tools readily available in a clinical setting. |
Thursday, 25 April 2024 Speaker/s: Cecilia Villaverde Online WebinarPLUS Description Every pet deserves a diet that's not only complete and balanced but also customised to their unique lifestyle and health requirements. The right diet should deliver optimal nutrition – the perfect balance of energy and nutrients – in a way that promotes peak well-being. For veterinary professionals, the cornerstone of creating such tailored feeding plans is a comprehensive nutritional assessment. Our ABC of Nutritional Assessment WebinarPLUS focuses on the practicalities of conducting detailed nutritional assessments for dogs and cats. You'll learn the ins and outs of evaluating pet diets, how to decode the findings, and, crucially, how to weave this knowledge seamlessly into your day-to-day clinic operations. Join Cecilia Villaverde, a renowned authority in veterinary nutrition, and elevate your practice with the expertise that will change the lives of pets under your care. |
Monday, 29 April 2024 Speaker/s: Linda Fleeman Online TimeOnline Description Gain mastery over diabetes management in Dogs & Cats. Lead by Dr Linda Fleeman, this comprehensive program is meticulously designed to enhance your clinical approach to diabetes management in small animals. Learn about protocols that are easy to follow, new improved treatment and monitoring tools such as insulin dosing pens, long-acting, ‘basal’ insulin treatment that does not need to be matched with meal feeding, and continuous glucose monitoring, as well as lots of tips on how to take the stress out of the management of diabetic dogs and cats with concurrent illnesses. |
Wednesday, 01 May 2024 Speaker/s: Ralf Mueller, Sonya Bettenay & Stefan Hobi Online Early Bird Rates Expire: 31/12/2023 Distance Education Description 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. |
Monday, 06 May 2024 Speaker/s: Sandra Baxendell Online TimeOnline Description As the popularity of pet goats increases and commercial herds extend their reach, the demand for veterinary expertise in caprine care skyrockets. |
Monday, 13 May 2024 Speaker/s: Bob Doneley Online TimeOnline Description Master backyard poultry care with our expert-led online course. Elevate your veterinary skills with our comprehensive Backyard Poultry course, curated by the esteemed Dr. Bob Doneley. This course empowers veterinarians with in-depth knowledge in pet chicken medicine, tackling infectious diseases, anaesthesia, and surgery. As the number of backyard chickens presenting at veterinary clinics continues to rise, gain the confidence to manage these cases effectively. We cover everything from introductory care to complex disease treatment, ensuring you're equipped for the demands of modern avian medicine. Veterinary nurses passionate about poultry care are welcome to enrol. While the course is designed with veterinarians in mind, it presents a valuable learning opportunity for nurses ready to deepen their avian expertise. Ready to become a go-to expert in backyard poultry? Join us and bring advanced poultry care to your practice. |
Monday, 20 May 2024 Speaker/s: Jason Byrd & Susan Underkoffler Online TimeOnline Description Vets can make a critical impact in the justice system. As animal cruelty laws tighten and public awareness increases, the legal system is adapting, with stringent prosecutions reflecting the severity of offenses once dismissed. Vets are now at the forefront of animal welfare and legal proceedings, expected to provide thorough crime scene investigations and meticulous evidence management that aligns with human forensic standards. |
Monday, 20 May 2024 Speaker/s: Eduardo Uquillas & Christina Dart Online Distance Education Description In this course, participants will apply their foundational knowledge in anaesthesia to planning and administering anaesthesia and analgesia in patients presenting with comorbidities such as impaired renal and cardiac function, diabetes, as well as patients presenting with conditions requiring emergency surgery. Learners will be encouraged to utilize a problem-based approach to create individualized protocols that reduce complications and improve outcomes. Prerequisite: participants are assumed to have a sound knowledge of anaesthesia foundational principles (including drug physiology and anaesthesia equipment). |
Monday, 27 May 2024 Speaker/s: Karon Hoffmann, Annie Rose University of Sydney Workshops and Conferences Description 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”? |
Saturday, 01 June 2024 Speaker/s: Xander Huizing Online Distance Education Description Beyond broken bones - Increase your diagnostic accuracy and confidence. This comprehensive course will take your understanding of musculoskeletal imaging and pathology to a new level. Learn to refine the quality of your digital images and enhance your interpretation of radiographs of the appendicular and axial skeleton and joints. |
Monday, 10 June 2024 Speaker/s: Linda Vogelnest Online TimeOnline Description Many dermatoses in dogs and cats are recurrent, and effective management can be difficult and provide great frustration to both owners and veterinarians. Led by renowned Dr. Linda Vogelnest, this online course is designed to cover a broad range of the most common dermatological problems faced in general practice in both dogs and cats and reinforce a practical, logical, problem orientated approach to skin disease. |
Monday, 24 June 2024 Speaker/s: Luke Johnston Online TimeOnline Description Delve into the evolving world of hyperadrenocorticism with our expert-led online course. This condition, known as Cushing's disease, may not be new, but the wealth of fresh insights emerging in its presentation, diagnosis, and treatment continues to expand our understanding. Led by Dr Luke Johnston, an expert in the intricacies of endocrine disorders, this course is designed to bring you up to speed with the latest advancements in managing Cushing's disease. As you progress, you'll become the resident expert in diagnosing and treating this condition in both dogs and cats within your veterinary clinic. This course offers a deep understanding of a complex disease, bolstering your confidence and competence in managing Cushing's cases with the latest evidence-based approaches. |
Thursday, 27 June 2024 Speaker/s: Barbara Lindsay Online WebinarPLUS Description Does thinking of SRMA, MUO, or GME make you feel tongue-tied? This presentation with Dr Barbara Lindsay will cover the foundations of immune-mediated diseases of the nervous system in dogs. This course is designed for general practitioners to allow for successful management of diagnosed patients or empirical therapy for when referral is not an option. |
Monday, 15 July 2024 Speaker/s: Jason Byrd, Susan Underkoffler Online TimeOnline Description Delivered in partnership with The University of Florida, and expertly guided by renowned forensic entomologist Jason H. Byrd and forensic biologist Susan Underkoffler, this illuminating course is tailored to introduce you to the critical aspects of non-accidental injury in animals – a subject demanding attention and expertise. Whether you're a veterinarian, a veterinary nurse, an animal welfare officer, or someone passionate about animal rights, this course will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to identify and document the disturbing yet crucial evidence of animal abuse and neglect. |
Monday, 22 July 2024 Speaker/s: Bob Doneley Online TimeOnline Description Guinea pigs are a common and much-loved pet around the world. Although much of the earlier veterinary focus on guinea pigs was as a laboratory animal, their popularity as pets has seen this focus shift towards the provision of veterinary care for a companion pet. Led by the esteemed Dr. Bob Doneley this online course addresses the educational gap, offering veterinary professionals’ comprehensive knowledge in guinea pig medicine and surgical practices. |