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Canine Thoracic Limb Trauma Surgery

This two-day course will have a no-lecture or minimal-lecture format. You will be sent the course notes in advance of the course and should ensure you have read them before attending as formal classroom lectures will not occur. All of your time will be spent in the practical room practising the techniques included in the learning objectives to maximise your opportunity to master the surgical skills at hand. The aim …

Laparoscopic Bitch Spay

Minimally invasive surgery has transformed the way surgical procedures have been performed on humans over the past twenty years and it is becoming increasingly uncommon for human surgeons to have to resort to open techniques. Veterinary surgery is treading the same route with many clinics now performing many or all of their bitch spays laparoscopically. The benefits are self evident and the procedure is well received, indeed sought out, by …

Wound Management (Interprofessional)

This course provides comprehensive training in wound management, from the fundamentals of wound physiology to the latest information on dressings and technology to assist healing. Georgie Hollis is an independent specialist nurse who has lectured nationally and internationally. She has authored numerous peer- reviewed articles on wounds and their management. Explain the basic physiology of wound healing and common factors that inhibit wound progression Outline the aims of wound management …

Essential Emergency Surgery in the Dog

This course is designed to teach you the technical aspects of a variety of emergency surgery procedures. Some theory will be included in the lectures, but emphasis will be placed on how to perform each procedure. Topics have been chosen that represent emergency surgical conditions frequently seen in veterinary practice including gastropexy for treatment of GDV, rapid splenectomy, urethral retropulsion, urethrotomy, urethrostomy, perineal hernia repair, oesophagostomy tube placement, emergency tracheostomy, …

Next Steps in Soft Tissue Surgery

This course is designed to teach you the technical aspects of a variety of soft tissue surgery procedures. Some ‘theory’ will be included in the lectures, but emphasis will be placed on ‘how’ to perform each procedure. This will maximise the time you spend in the practical room. Topics have been chosen that represent surgical conditions commonly seen in veterinary practice and include salivary gland resection, scrotal urethrostomy, anal sacculectomy, …

Exotic Surgery for the First Opinion Vet

This short course will cover some common surgical procedures to be performed in small mammals, in practice. The day will comprise of a combination of lecture material and a practical sessions, in the wet lab. The course will cover; indications for peri-operative considerations, learning/practising the surgical procedures and discussing anaesthetising small mammals (with specific anaesthetic considerations for each procedure). Surgeries covered: Abdominal castrations in rodents Small intestinal obstruction surgery in …

Advanced Abdominal Ultrasound

This course is ideal for those veterinary surgeons who are familiar with abdominal ultrasound, use this diagnostic aid regularly in practice and are ready to perform some more challenging examinations. You will be taught various techniques to identify the pancreas, adrenal glands, peritoneum and medial iliac lymphnodes. Participants will have ample opportunity to practise the use of Doppler for examination of larger blood vessels. Case based examples will help you …

Nursing the Emergency and Critical Wildlife Patient (Interprofessional)

Nursing wildlife species within the veterinary practice can be difficult., There is a responsibility to attend to a physical injury while providing a suitable, behaviourally enriched environment. Decisions as to the ethical approach within treatment plans should be openly discussed with the whole veterinary team to ensure the patient’s best interests are achieved, with the goal being that upon recovery, the animal should be able to survive and thrive in …

Nursing Management of Chronic Pain Management and Rehabilitation techniques (Interprofessional)

Pain recognition is a subjective and complex field that is continually evolving. Chronic pain has a substantial impact on a patient's quality of life. It is imperative that the veterinary team are able to identify and evaluate pain to manage it correctly while also supporting the needs of the client. This interprofessional course aims to delve into the mechanism of nociception and pain modulation looking at pain classification, assessment techniques …

Introduction to Small Animal Ultrasound

This course is designed for those veterinary surgeons with limited experience of diagnostic ultrasound. By the end of the course you should be able to achieve a medium level of proficiency in the practical scanning of the normal abdominal organs and of the heart. Some common pathological conditions affecting the small animal abdomen and heart will be considered. Advice will be given on how to choose an ultrasound machine for …

Emergency Surgeries and Procedures - Big Weekend

Day One - Emergency Surgical Procedures This day will cover all of the major emergency surgical abdominal procedures which may be required in practice. In addition to the timetabled procedures, the lecturer is happy to cover additional procedures (e.g. pericardectomy) if desired by more advanced delegates where appropriate. The price of this course includes overnight accommodation on the Saturday, breakfast Sunday morning and dinner on the Saturday evening. You are …

Cytology and Haematology - Purely Practical (Interprofessional)

This highly interactive workshop will give you the ideal grounding in identifying common haematological and cytological abnormalities using the microscope of the in-clinic lab. During these sessions, carefully chosen smears from suitable haematology and cytology cases will allow a hands-on approach under guidance from the course tutor to ensure that confidence is built in cell identification and appreciation of morphological changes. You will be sent the course notes in advance …

Chemotherapy in General Practice (Interprofessional)

Oncology is fast becoming one of the most common disciplines employed in general practice. Client education regarding canine and feline cancers is paramount to the future of the pet's welfare. The veterinary nurse has an integral part in communication between the client and the veterinary surgeon, administration of treatment, health and safety of clients/veterinary staff and support in chemotherapy units/clinics. This course is an introduction to the role of the …

Introduction to Small Animal Ultrasound

This course is designed for those veterinary surgeons with limited experience of diagnostic ultrasound. By the end of the course you should be able to achieve a medium level of proficiency in the practical scanning of the normal abdominal organs and of the heart. Some common pathological conditions affecting the small animal abdomen and heart will be considered. Advice will be given on how to choose an ultrasound machine for …

Laparoscopic Bitch Spay

Minimally invasive surgery has transformed the way surgical procedures have been performed on humans over the past twenty years and it is becoming increasingly uncommon for human surgeons to have to resort to open techniques. Veterinary surgery is treading the same route with many clinics now performing many or all of their bitch spays laparoscopically. The benefits are self evident and the procedure is well received, indeed sought out, by …

TPLO Masterclass

Cranial cruciate ligament failure is, arguably, the commonest cause of serious hindlimb lameness in the adult dog. Its management, over the years, has produced wide and varied techniques. Over the past 15-20 years it is the “biomechanical” techniques that have come to the fore. Although much debate continues over which of these is superior, it is generally accepted that these techniques offer better outcomes in all but the smallest of …

Skin Reconstruction - Purely Practical

This one-day course will have a no-lecture or minimal-lecture format. You will be sent the course notes in advance of the course and should ensure you have read them before attending as formal classroom lectures will not occur. All of your time will be spent in our practical training facilities practising the techniques included in the learning objectives, to maximise your opportunity to master the surgical skills being taught. By …

Abdominal Ultrasound (Next Step)

This course has been designed for those delegates with an intermediate level of knowledge in veterinary abdominal ultrasound. It is the ideal follow on course from the 2 day introductory course. You will review machine set up and learn how to recognise common artefacts, how to perform a basic Doppler examination and consider the ultrasonographic appearance of various common abnormalities. Case based examples will help you consolidate your knowledge and …

Head and Neck Surgery - Purely Practical

This one-day course will have a no-lecture or minimal-lecture format. You will be sent the course notes in advance of the course and should ensure you have read them before attending as formal classroom lectures will not occur. All of your time will be spent in the practical room practising the techniques included in the learning objectives to maximise your opportunity to master the surgical skills at hand. By the …

Techniques in Local Anaesthesia (Interprofessional)

Local anaesthetic techniques are potentially the most effective analgesia for many small animal surgeries, yet they are often underused in general practice. This course will provide a comprehensive insight into the common local anaesthetic drugs and blocks used which a competent veterinary nurse can administer under Schedule 3. This course is suitable for both veterinary nurses and veterinary surgeons wishing to update their knowledge of local anaesthetic techniques and those …