CPD & Events Diary

Intermediate echocardiography

RVC CPD Team — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:38:40 GMT

Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008 09:00 AM - Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008 05:30 PM
South East

This is a one-day intensive course with lectures and practical ‘hands-on’ echocardiographic sessions. It is designed for delegates with some practical experience in veterinary echocardiography who are wishing to apply their echocardiographic skills to solving clinical problems.

The course is designed to provide participants with tips on how to improve their technique using 2D, M-mode and Doppler echocardiography. Some prior experience will be essential, as the course will concentrate on quantification and lesion recognition.

CPD value = 6 hours

Contact the CPD Unit on Tel: 01707 666865, or email cpd@rvc.ac.uk. Further details available at www.rvc.ac.uk/cpd

Feline Endocrinology

Holly Robinson — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:08:09 GMT

Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008 09:00 AM - Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008 05:30 PM
Midlands

Module 2 of 8. During this module we will cover a variety of feline endocrine disorders, from the common disorders like diabetes mellitus and hyperthyroidism to the more unusual endocrine disorders. Common endocrine disorders can be some of the most problematic ones to manage and this course will provide lots of practical tips that will help you to manage these tricky cases, with plenty of case examples to illustrate important points. You will also learn about emerging disorders and you’ll finish the day being able to ensure that you aren’t missing some of these diseases. We will discuss the approach to cases presenting with common clinical signs such as weakness, polydipsia and hypertension, in addition to practising decision making with a variety of common challenges that you are likely to face in feline endocrinology.

CPD value = 7 hours

To book a place, please call CPD Solutions on: 0151 328 0444

Supporting learners Through Key Skills

Charlotte Cooper — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:08:34 GMT

Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008 10:00 AM - Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008 03:00 PM
South East

Do you want to find out more about the Key Skills your students will be studying?
Do you want to be able to support your students and answer their Key Skills questions?
Do you want to support them to gain evidence for their Key Skills portfolios?
If you have answered 'Yes' to any of these questions then this CPD workshop is for you!

Aimed at assessors and those involved in training of students who are undertaking Key Skills or need basic numeracy support.

To book a place on this course call 01480 226180

Introduction to Orthopaedics

Holly Robinson — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:07:52 GMT

Thursday, Oct 02, 2008 09:00 AM - Friday, Oct 03, 2008 05:30 PM
Midlands

This highly practical two day course is specifically designed for you. Seminars and interactive sessions are combined with hands-on surgery sessions during which you are guided by experienced but
approachable tutors. Take your newly developed confidence and skills back to your practice and apply them in fracture patients, those with cranial cruciate ligament rupture and other conditions that can be treated effectively in first opinion practice.

Specific areas to be covered include:

Essential biomechanics and fracture healing
Intramedullary pinning
Introduction to use of external fixators
Orthopaedic instrumentation and how to use it
Using cerclage and tension band wires in practice
Surgical approach to the hip; femoral head and neck excision
Surgical approach to the stifle; meniscal examination
Lateral fabellotibial suture for CCL failure
Surgical approaches to long bones

CPD value = 14 hours

To book a place, please call CPD Solutions on: 0151 328 0444

The emergency patient online

RVC CPD Team — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:51:04 GMT

Friday, Oct 03, 2008 09:00 AM - Friday, Nov 14, 2008 05:30 PM
South East

Emergency cases can be some of the most fun and rewarding patients we see in veterinary practice. However, they can also be some of the more challenging and stressful patients to treat. This course will provide practitioners with a rational and logical approach to the assessment of the emergency patient. It will focus on interpretation of physical examination findings and basic clinicopathologic and imaging data with an emphasis on information that will help you formulate a rational stabilisation plan. The course is suitable for both veterinary surgeons in general practice and those with a special interest in (or fear of!) emergency medicine.

This online course consists of a mixture of case presentations and assessment, downloadable reference sources (notes, text book references, abstracts of relevant journal articles), and online discussions.

CPD value = 30 hours

Contact the CPD Unit on Tel: 01707 666865, or email cpd@rvc.ac.uk. Further details available at www.rvc.ac.uk/cpd

Practical Solutions for Puppy Problems

Lucy Brett — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:02:51 GMT

Friday, Oct 03, 2008 10:00 AM - Friday, Oct 03, 2008 05:00 PM
Midlands

Behaviour experts, Gwen Bailey BSc(Hons) and Claire Arrowsmith BSc(Hons), MSc with discuss the treatment of common puppy problems; reducing stress for puppy and owner and identifying and tackling ‘abnormal’ puppy problems.

This seminar is one of 5 run by the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors throughout 2008

Discounts are available for multiple bookings

CPD value = 6 hours

Please visit www.apbc.org.uk to download an application form or alternatively, call 01386 751151 for further information.

VDS Glasgow Graduate Reunion

Marina Baxter — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:57:53 GMT

Saturday, Oct 04, 2008 09:00 AM - Saturday, Oct 04, 2008 12:00 PM
Scotland

The Veterinary Defence Society is holding a Graduate Reunion for all Glasgow 2007 graduates.

A communication workshop will be held at Garscube Vet School, and this will be followed by a dinner and ceilidh at the Millenium Glasgow Hotel.

CPD value = 7 hours

For further information contact: Marina Baxter c/o the VDS, tel: 01565 652737, fax: 01565 751079.

Liver and Pancreatic Disease

Holly Robinson — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:07:39 GMT

Monday, Oct 06, 2008 09:00 AM - Monday, Oct 06, 2008 05:30 PM
South East

Do you ever wonder how significant raised liver enzymes are in a routine pre-operative blood sample? Do you know whether steroids are indicated in the treatment of liver disease in your small animal patients? Is there really any way that you can reliably diagnose pancreatitis in cats?

Diseases of the liver and pancreas are common in dogs and cats but reaching an accurate diagnosis and deciding on effective management can be challenging. During this course we will address these questions and discuss the major diseases that affect the liver and pancreas in dogs and cats. Using a wide selection of the types of cases that you are likely to encounter in practice, we will develop a structured approach to diagnosis and current treatment recommendations.

CPD value = 7 hours

To book a place, please call CPD Solutions on: 0151 328 0444

Canine Liver Disease Seminar

Sharon Boyd — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:04:42 GMT

Tuesday, Oct 07, 2008 06:45 PM - Tuesday, Oct 07, 2008 09:30 PM
Scotland

This seminar will discuss the clinical approach to the diagnosis of liver disease in dogs and cats with a particular emphasis on how to interpret blood results from clinical cases and pre operative blood screens. In addition a discussion on the general approach to treatment of liver disease will also be considered.

Please join us for a drink and a buffet from 6.45pm. The lecture will start at 7.30pm.

CPD value = 2 hrs

How to book: Please visit our website at www.vet-cpd.co.uk

Digital imaging

RVC CPD Team — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:51:20 GMT

Wednesday, Oct 08, 2008 09:00 AM - Wednesday, Oct 08, 2008 05:30 PM
South East

This course is designed for veterinary surgeons and radiographers who would like to find out more about acquisition, manipulation, handling and storage of digital images. The course will aim to explain how to optimise image quality and workflow in computerised radiography.

Computerised radiography has become more and popular over the last few years in both small animal and large animal practice. Computerised systems require different exposure settings, result in different artefacts and require different image interpretation compared to conventional film-screen system. While manufacturers usually provide user training for their specific systems this often concentrates on software handling and the basic principles are often not made clear to the clinician. Knowledge of these is however prerequisite in identifying problems and dealing with them.

CPD value = 6 hours

Contact the CPD Unit on Tel: 01707 666865, or email cpd@rvc.ac.uk. Further details available at www.rvc.ac.uk/cpd

Exotics - Rodents

Holly Robinson — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:07:06 GMT

Wednesday, Oct 08, 2008 09:00 AM - Wednesday, Oct 08, 2008 09:30 PM
North West

Rodents are common visitors to the consulting room, and it can be challenging to match owner expectations with realistic management of these animals.

This module will provide you with the essential background information that you need about the biology, husbandry and nutrition of rodents, together with how to look after them as inpatients in your practice. Practical examination protocols and diagnostic procedures will enhance your confidence with common presentations. Both medical and surgical aspects will be discussed, with the emphasis on what is practical and realistic for your practice situation.

CPD value = 7 hours

To book a place, please call CPD Solutions on: 0151 328 0444

Cytology

Holly Robinson — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:07:23 GMT

Wednesday, Oct 08, 2008 09:00 AM - Wednesday, Oct 08, 2008 05:30 PM
Midlands

Diagnostic cytology is extremely useful for the investigation of numerous clinical problems; for example; skin masses and lymphadenopathy, masses within body cavities, joint disease, respiratory disease and body cavity effusions.

This practical workshop will show you how cytology can be carried out in your practice. It will highlight the common pitfalls and show which diagnoses can be made in your practice lab and which samples are best sent off for an expert opinion.

Specific areas to be covered include:

Sampling techniques- good technique is vital for reliable interpretation
Cytology of inflammation and neoplasia
Evaluation of body cavity effusions, synovial fluid and CSF
Practical microscopy workshop session
Case-orientated lectures

CPD value = 7 hours

To book a place, please call CPD Solutions on: 0151 328 0444

Refresher Day 3: Pharmacology

RVC CPD Team — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:52:42 GMT

Wednesday, Oct 08, 2008 10:00 AM - Wednesday, Oct 08, 2008 05:30 PM
South East

These Refresher Days have been developed to meet the needs of veterinarians returning to practice after a significant career break and are designed to refresh participants' knowledge and understanding of core principles in each discipline as well as discuss any important recent advances. The topics covered will be Internal Medicine, Pharmacology, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia, Cardiology, Neurology and Dermatology. Further days are planned in 2009 on Ophthalmology, Surgery, Exotics, Dentistry and Diagnostic Imaging.

Participants will develop confidence to return to practice and enhance their knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and management of commonly encountered clinical conditions related to small animals.

Day 3: Pharmacology:
Wednesday October 8th, 2008
An opportunity to update yourself on what’s new in small animal therapeutics – the advantages and disadvantages of new drugs, new uses for old favourites.

CPD value = 6 hours

Contact the CPD Unit on Tel: 01707 666865, or email cpd@rvc.ac.uk. Further details available at www.rvc.ac.uk/cpd

Neurological Case Challenges

Holly Robinson — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:06:52 GMT

Thursday, Oct 09, 2008 09:00 AM - Thursday, Oct 09, 2008 05:30 PM
Midlands

This module brings it all together, and includes challenging situations and those with particular diagnostic issues. We will look at specific presentations and patients, illustrated with video and develop a logical diagnostic approach followed by a realistic management plan that you can apply to your canine and feline patients when you return to your practice.

Specific areas to be covered include:

Pitfalls of spinal localisation
Less common causes of neck and back pain
Episodic weakness
Ataxia
Stupor and coma - where should I start looking?
Why can’t I control these seizures?

CPD value = 7 hours

To book a place, please call CPD Solutions on: 0151 328 0444

Introduction to Ultrasound

Holly Robinson — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:06:26 GMT

Friday, Oct 10, 2008 09:00 AM - Friday, Oct 10, 2008 05:30 PM
Midlands

Ultrasound scanning is used increasingly as an aid to diagnosis in small animal patients. If you have little or no experience of using ultrasound then this practical one day course is an excellent way for you to get started. Seminars will teach you the basics of abdominal ultrasound and you can then practise scanning dogs yourself, with expert assistance and practical tips from the course tutor.

Specific areas to be covered include:

Choosing and using an ultrasound machine and probes - what should you buy?
How to prepare your patients for optimum results and minimum stress while scanning
Identifying artefacts in your scans
Basic ultrasound techniques for examination of the liver, spleen, urinary and genital tracts
Recognising commonly encountered conditions in abdominal scans

CPD value = 7 hours

To book a place, please call CPD Solutions on: 0151 328 0444