New Programme, New Format, New Learning Experience
We are excited to bring back face to face learning as BSAVA Congress returns - live at Manchester Central (24-26 March) and ON DEMAND until 27th June over on the virtual platform!
We have completely refreshed the format for delivering CPD - you will find a variety of session styles within each module...from lectures, debates and discussions, to interactive sessions and live experiences.
Each module is designed around a topic within a clinical discipline and will use different learning styles (see below) throughout the day to help explore the different concepts.
The majority of our live sessions were streamed on to the virtual platform for our audience to watch in real time - and now the recordings are available to view On Demand in the platform. With the exception of our practical's and Day in the Life of drama series, you can playback the lecture recordings at you own pace, collect CPD points and relive the Congress experience from the comfort of your home or workplace.
View the programme here to see which sessions are available now or will be coming soon, and the stream you will find them in via the virtual auditorium!
Everybody learns differently and we all need a bit of variation in the day to keep us alert and learning at our best.
The following are available to watch On Demand in the platform:
Interactive Sessions
All interactive sessions are 50 minutes long and will contain multiple opportunities for delegates to vote on cases, images, results and personal experiences. Often a case based session these can be excellent to apply knowledge learnt elsewhere in the day in a practical way
Debate & Discussion
These sessions are one of our novel areas! Using a debate/discussion forum these sessions will explore different view points on ethical challenges we face as vets. These sessions will encourage delegate involvement in the discussion as we explore the impact of finances, owner influences and even animal self-determination concepts. Every session in this space will be a debate; yes that is 18 debates across the whole of Congress!
Lectures
All lectures are delivered as 2 x 15 minute short lectures given by two different speakers on a specific aspect or perspective on a topic (e.g. tumour margins from an oncologist’s point of view and from a soft-tissue surgeon’s point of view). These will all be followed by a 20 minute Q&A session where the two speakers and you, the delegates, can discuss various aspects of the lectures.
President's Welcome | LECTURE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
A 10-minute welcome from the BSAVA President Sheldon Middleton
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 24th March
MODULE | Ophthalmology: The Ocular Tour
A tour of the retina
| INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
The retinal tour: A picture quiz - Robert Lowe
- Understand the different techniques to assess the retina
- Identify common retinal lesions and what they indicate
- Understand the differentials for retinal changes
This session was held in Exchange Hall, March 24th
MODULE | Making Decisions in Dentistry
Feline tooth resorption | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Feline tooth resorption: Gross and radiographic interpretation - Andrew Perry
- Describe Feline TR lesions
- Briefly review diagnostic techniques for TR lesions
- Learn how to type and classify lesions and plan appropriate treatment
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 24th March
MODULE | Making Decisions in Dentistry
Canine chronic ulcerative stomatitis | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Canine chronic ulcerative stomatitis: Case presentations and therapeutic options - Susan Thorne
- Brief overview of CCUS aetiology
- Show differing presentations of CCUS cases
- Discuss case management options for described cases
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 24th March
MODULE | Diagnostic Imaging: Practical Applications in First Opinion
Thoracic imaging | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Thoracic radiograph interpretation: a case based refresher - Tom Maddox
- Distinguish normal variations / positional artefacts from genuine pathology
- Be able to use both lung patterns and lesion distribution in prioritising a list of differential diagnoses
- Recognise the range of possible radiographic features identified in the coughing dog and cat
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 24th March
MODULE | Diagnostic Imaging: Practical Applications in First Opinion
Thoracic imaging | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Thoracic imaging: a case based picture quiz - Tim Trevail
- Recognise the range of possible radiographic features identified in patients with pleural space disease
- Recognise the range of possible radiographic features identified in patients with mediastinal disease
- Be aware of situations in which thoracic ultrasound and/or thoracic CT are likely to add important clinical information
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 24th March
Sponsored by
MODULE(S) | Diagnostic Imaging: Practical Applications in First Opinion | Orthopaedics: a Team Approach
Pelvic fractures | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Pelvic fracture repair: picture quiz - Andrew Phillips
- This is an interactive, case based lecture looking at key decision making steps in the diagnosis and treatment of pelvic fractures in cats and dogs.
- Delegates should gain an understanding of which patterns of pelvic fracture can be treated conservatively and when surgical treatment is indicated.
- Case examples should cover commonly encountered fracture patterns and how to treat them
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 24th March
MODULE(S) | Anaesthesia: Pain Management and Rehabilitation
Interactive anaesthesia complications | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Anaesthetic complications: what to do next? - Carl Bradbrook
- Work through some commonly encountered anaesthetic problems seen in general practice
- Be able to problem solve each scenario logically & quickly
- To provide effective & rapid treatment
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 25th March
Sponsored by
MODULE | Decision Making Challenges in Cardiology
The puppy murmur | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Puppy murmurs: canine congenital cardiac diseases - Chris Linney
- Construct a protocol to approach incidentally found murmurs in puppies
- List differential diagnosis for puppy murmurs based on point of maximum intensity
- Use of in-house diagnostic tools for the assessment of puppy murmurs
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 25th March
MODULE | Decision Making Challenges in Cardiology
Interactive ECG interpretation | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Interpreting your ECG: arrhythmias - Geoff Culshaw
- Apply a systematic approach to ECG interpretation
- Recognise the difference between narrow and wide QRS arrhythmias
- Identify the haemodynamic significance of arrhythmias
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 25th March
MODULE(S) | ECC/Clinical Pathology: Disorders of Coagulation
Interactive Coagulopathy | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Interactive coagulopathy cases - Amy Butler and Armi Pigott
- Have a global understanding of causes of coagulopathy
- Be able to interpret clinical conditions and diagnostics using an algorithmic approach
- Understand which blood products are best to use for specific coagulopathies
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 25th March
MODULE(S) | ECC/Clinical Pathology: Disorders of Coagulation
Interactive Thromboembolic | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Interactive thromboembolic cases - Amy Butler and Armi Pigott
- Be able to recognize the clinical signs of thrombosis
- Learn the mechanisms of action and indications for common antithrombotic
- Understand the rationale behind when and how to choose an antithrombotic
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 25th March
MODULE | Anaesthesia
Anaesthesia | LECTURE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Managing hypotension under anaesthesia - Jo Michou
- Why is blood pressure important
- Discuss problem solving & questions to ask (case based)
- Use this to provide effective treatments
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 25th March
MODULE | Clinical Dilemmas in Small Animal Neurology
Neurology case videos | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Tips for a reliable neuro exam - Rita Goncalves
- Describe the importance and components of a full neurological examination
- Interpret abnormal neurological examination findings in order to localise common lesions (using case examples)
- Recognise common pitfalls and challenges that can be overcome when performing a neurological examination in practice
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 26th March
MODULE | Oncology: Perspectives on Head & Neck Tumours
Challenging tumours | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Diagnosis of challenging tumours of the head - Charlie Pittaway
Case based interactive session looking at use of radiography, CT, and MRI for tumours of the head. Ideally to have some quizzes for the audience. Also to include techniques for biopsy of nasal tumours - rhinoscopy vs blind biopsy
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 26th March
MODULE | Oncology: Perspectives on Head & Neck Tumours
Radiotherapy | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Head and neck tumours: the developing role of radiotherapy - Juan Carlos-Serra
Case based interactive discussion to show the role of radiotherapy for head and neck tumours. Delegates should be aware of how radiation can be used to target tumours, and the use of modern techniques such as stereotactic radiotherapy. The session should also include problems/toxicities encountered following radiotherapy, and how these are managed.
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 26th March
MODULE | Internal Medicine: Saturday Night Fever
Saturday night fever | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Differentiating sepsis from immune-mediated disease: case examples - Simon Cook
An interactive case based session exploring the similarities and differences in presentation of septic versus immune-mediated patients
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 26th March
MODULE | Internal Medicine: Saturday Night Fever
Saturday night fever | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Immune-mediated causes of pyrexia: what do they look like? - Ian Battersby
An interactive session looking at the diagnostic tests required to identify and then treat common immune-mediated diseases in dogs
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 26th March
MODULE | Exotics: No Longer The Unusual Pet
Exotics: no longer the unusual pet
| LECTURE | STREAM 1 |
Watch Now
Birds: a case based exploration of diagnostic techniques - Tariq Abou-Zahr
How to navigate misinformation in exotics species online and at the point of sale. Owners may have been doing things a certain way for decades and don't recognise they aren't right - just lucky. How do we successfully communicate to owners?
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 26th March
Keynote with Amar Latif | LECTURE | STREAM 1 | Watch Now
Amar Latif, blind adventurer and TV presenter, delivered our special keynote speech on the first day of BSAVA’s Congress 2022
Stream the session in the virtual platform, for an uplifting and life affirming session; where Amar will be sharing his own stories and experiences of challenges overcome, showing us all how to use setbacks as a springboard for success, and how we can change our perspectives on life and happiness.
This session was held in Exchange Hall, 24th March
Keynote sponsored by
MODULE(S) | Feline Medicine: Infectious Disease | Ophthalmology
Feline nasal disease
| LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
Investigating feline nasal disease - Sam Taylor
- Understand the common presentation of nasal disease in cats
- Identify the common causes of nasal disease in cats
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Be able to determine a suitable investigation plan for cases of chronic rhinitis
Feline chronic rhinitis: Options for Management - Emi Barker
- Discuss the current thoughts on causes of chronic rhinitis in cats
- Identify the mainstream therapies for chronic rhinitis
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Use an evidence based approach novel management options for chronic rhinitis
Q&A - Sam Taylor Emi Barker
This session was held in Charter 1, 24th March
MODULE(S) | Diagnostic Imaging: Practical Applications in First Opinion | Orthopaedics: A Team Approach
Decision making in bone tumours | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Recording Available Soon
Interpretation of diagnostic imaging for bone tumours - Tom Maddox
- Recognise the key radiographic features used to try and differentiate benign and aggressive bone lesions
- Understand how alternative imaging techniques (ultrasound, CT, MRI, scintigraphy) can provide additional information about bone lesions
- Be able to select the most appropriate imaging techniques to screen for possible metastatic disease which has either spread from or to the skeleton
Prognostic factors in bone tumours - Andrew Phillips
- Recognise key prognostic factors for bone tumours
- Understand the importance of accurate staging of bone tumours
- Understand the difference in prognosis for dogs and cats with bone tumours
Q&A - Tom Maddox & Andrew Phillips
This session was held in Charter 1, 24th March
MODULE(S) | Diagnostic Imaging: Practical Applications in First Opinion | Orthopaedics: A Team Approach
Elbow CT | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
How to interpret elbow CT - Tim Trevail
- Know the primary conditions which are associated with developmental elbow dysplasia
- Recognise the CT features of each of these primary conditions
- Recognise the CT features of secondary, degenerative elbow disease
What to do with information gained from elbow CT - Andrew Phillips
- Understand how the CT features of primary elbow lesions and secondary degenerative elbow disease are likely to relate to the patient’s clinical presentation
- Recognise those patients in which specialist orthopaedic intervention can make a significant difference
- Recognise those patients in which conservative / palliative management is likely to be required
Q&A - Tim Trevail & Andrew Phillips
This session was held in Charter 1, 24th March
MODULE(S) | Orthopaedics: a Team Approach | Making Decisions in Dentistry
Jaw fractures | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
Jaw and facial fractures: understanding the mechanics and biology - Duncan Barnes & Andrew Perry
- Understand how the biology of jaw and facial fractures compares to long bone fractures.
- Understand how the biomechanics of jaw and facial fractures compares to long bone fractures
- Understand the special considerations that need to be made in the assessment of jaw and facial fractures.
Q&A - Duncan Barnes & Andrew Perry
This session was held in Charter 1, 24th March
MODULE(S) | Orthopaedics: a Team Approach | Making Decisions in Dentistry
Jaw fractures | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
Jaw and facial fractures: decision making in treatment - Duncan Barnes & Andrew Perry
- Understand how to formulate a treatment plan for jaw and facial fractures
- Understand the perioperative needs of animals with jaw and facial fractures
- Be able to identify potential pitfalls in the treatment of jaw and facial fractures
Q&A - Duncan Barnes & Andrew Perry
This session was held in Charter 1, 24th March
MODULE | Ophthalmology: The Ocular Tour
Corneal ulceration in dogs | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Recording Available Soon
Medical management - Elena Fenolloso-Romero
- Identify corneal ulceration
- Understand the triggers for corneal ulceration in dogs
- To be able to formulate a therapeutic plan for corneal ulceration
Surgical management - Robert Lowe
- Identify corneal ulcers that would benefit from surgical intervention
- Understand the different techniques available
- Be able to choose the appropriate technique for specific cases
Q&A - Elena Fenolloso-Romero and Robert Lowe
This session was held in Charter 1, 24th March
MODULE | Equality & Diversity in the Veterinary Profession
Equality and diversity
| DISCUSSION | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
Gender (in)equality in the veterinary profession: Current challenges and opportunities - Poppy Bristow, Liz Barton, Andy Green, Erin Devitt, Amanda Boag and Libby Kemkaran
This session was held in Charter 1, 25th March
MODULE | Equality & Diversity in the Veterinary Profession
Unconscious issues | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
How to recognise and deal with unconscious bias - Erin Devitt
Understanding sexism - how can it show up? - Erin Devitt
Q&A
This session was held in Charter 1, 25th March
MODULE | Equality & Diversity in the Veterinary Profession
Equality and diversity | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
Understanding the impact of gender inequality - Erin Deviit
Taking that professional step further: navigating the barriers - Amanda Boag
Q&A - Erin Devitt and Amanda Boag
MODULE | Equality & Diversity in the Veterinary Profession
Powers | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
The power of language - Erin Devitt
- To give examples of common daily language that is gender bias
- To raise awareness of these words used
- To understand the impact gender bias language has
The power of influence: how to produce lasting change - Libby Kemkaran
- To develop strategies to engage colleagues
- To translate techniques into day-to-day skills to help enact change in your work place
This session was held in Charter 1, 25th March
MODULE | Equality & Diversity in the Veterinary Profession
Powers (II) | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
The power to collaborate: working with the 4 different brain types - Libby Kemkaran
The power to communicate: how to speak to people who are not like you - Libby Kemkaran
Q&A
This session was held in Charter 1, 25th March
MODULE | Equality & Diversity in the Veterinary Profession
How can we keep the conversation going? | DISCUSSION | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
RCVS: an update with where we are at - Angharad Belcher
- RCVS update on the Diversity and Inclusion Strategy
- Overview of the new Leadership Library, notably the ‘Inclusive Leadership’ module
Q+A and wrap up for next year - Angharad Belcher, Liz Barton, Erin Devitt, Libby Kemkaran and Amanda Boag
This session was held in Charter 1, 25th March
MODULE(S) | Oncology: Perspectives on Head & Neck Tumours | STS: Reconstructive Challenges
Perspectives on head and neck tumours | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
Head and neck tumours: how big is too big? - Rachel Hattersley
- Understand challenges of head and neck anatomy for surgery
- Understand principles of surgical margins for head and neck tumours
- Know the main tumours that we encounter
Tumours of the head and neck: when surgery is not an option - Juan Carlos-Serra
- Understand basic principles involved in radiation for head and neck tumours
- Know which tumours can be treated with radiotherapy
- Understand the role of radiation following surgery
Q&A - Rachel Hattersley and Juan Carlos-Serra
This session was held in Charter 1, 26th March
MODULE |Clinical Dilemmas in Small Animal Neurology
Spinal problems in brachycephalic dogs | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
Vertebral malformations in dogs l: clinical signs and diagnosis - Rita Goncalves
- Describe the characteristic clinical signs associated with vertebral malformations in brachycephalic dogs and common breeds affected
- Recognise the typical diagnostic imaging findings of common vertebral malformations in dogs and how to determine if they are clinically relevant
- Discuss the possibility of vertebral malformations being associated with other vertebral column disease (e.g. intervertebral disc disease, kyphosis)
Vertebral malformations in dogs ll: can anything be done? - Colin Driver
- List the treatment options available (medical and surgical) for the management of common vertebral malformations in dogs
- Describe some of the common surgical options for management of vertebral malformations and possible future directions
- Recognise possible complications of surgical management and requirements for post-operative care
Q&A - Colin Driver and Rita Goncalves
This session was held in Charter 1, 26th March
MODULE |Clinical Dilemmas in Small Animal Neurology
Weak and floppy pets | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
Common causes of neuromuscular weakness: Clinical signs and diagnostics in practice - Ed Ives
- Describe the characteristic clinical signs associated with neuromuscular diseases dogs and cats
- List common diseases that may cause neuromuscular weakness in dogs and cats
- Formulate an in-house diagnostic plan for approaching the patient with neuromuscular weakness
Weak dogs and cats: A guide to management and rehab for the practitioner - Mathilde Granger
- Explain the key principles of management of weak and recumbent patients
- Formulate an appropriate management plan for the patient with neuromuscular weakness (including nutrition, physical rehabilitation)
- Recognise common complications of prolonged recumbency and weakness (including sores, urine scald, aspiration pneumonia, etc)
Q&A - Ed Ives and Mathilde Granger
This session was held in Charter 1, 26th March
MODULE | STS: Reconstructive Challenges
Reconstructive surgery of the head | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
My top tips for reconstruction of the head and neck - Ben Mielke
Learning objectives:
- To describe different reconstruction techniques
- To compare and appraise reconstruction options
- To evaluate candidates for skin reconstruction
Nasal masses: top tips for reconstruction - Rachel Hattersley
Learning objectives:
- To execute an appropriate patient plan for investigation of nasal masses
- To compare different reconstructive options
- To execute a safe and appropriate plan in the patients best interests, in line with owners wishes
Q&A - Rachel Hattersley and Ben Mielke
This session was held in Charter 1, 26th March
MODULE | STS: Reconstructive Challenges
Urogenital considerations in reconstructive surgery | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
Recognising urogenital tract trauma - Chris Shales
Learning objectives:
- To recognise when urogenital tract trauma may be present
- To select an appropriate clinical plan for investigations of suspected urogenital tract trauma
- To critique results of diagnostic tests assessing for urogenital tract trauma
When the urogenital system gets in the way of wound reconstruction - Rachel Hattersley
Learning objectives:
- To recognise when the urogenital tract may influence wound reconstruction
- To design a clinical plan for wound reconstruction alongside urogenital tract trauma
- To formulate a clinical plan for ongoing assessment of urogenital tract healing
Q&A - Rachel Hattersley and Chris Shales
This session was held in Charter 1, 26th March
MODULE |Clinical Dilemmas in Small Animal Neurology
Neuro-emergencies | LECTURE | STREAM 2 | Watch Now
Spinal emergencies: when should I refer and what can be done in-house? - Rita Goncalves
- Describe the key principles of clinical examination and initial stabilisation of an acutely non-ambulatory patient
- Formulate an in-house management and initial diagnostic plan for acutely non-ambulatory patients
- Recognise clinical presentations involving acute paralysis for which urgent referral should be discussed
Head trauma: when should I refer and what can be done in-house? - Ed Ives
- Describe the key principles of clinical examination and initial stabilisation of a the patient with head trauma
- Formulate an in-house management and initial diagnostic plan for patients with traumatic brain injury
- Recognise clinical presentations involving head trauma for which urgent referral should be discussed
Q&A - Rita Goncalves and Ed Ives
This session was held in Charter 1, 26th March
MODULE | The Price of Service
Inside the veterinary mindset | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
Fear, guilt and obligation: Inside the veterinary mindset - Liz Walker
- Understand the veterinary paradigm and the beliefs that underpin it
- Understand how a fixed mindset and perfectionism can present
- Learn what to focus on and do to make a difference
Will the real me please stand up: Imposter syndrome - Carolyne Crowe
- Understand what imposter syndrome is and how it arises
- Understand the key symptoms and indicators of imposter syndrome in yourself and others
- Learn effective strategies to overcome imposter syndrome
Q&A - Liz Walker & Carolyne Crowe
This session was held in Charter 2, 24th March
MODULE | Guest Lecture
The Bourgelat Lecture: Neurology | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
Video tour of seizure mimics - Laurent Garosi
- Differentiating characteristics of paroxysmal dyskinesia and epileptic seizures.
- Implementing appropriate diagnostic work-up in a cat or a dog with paroxysmal dyskinesia.
- Understanding principles and current knowledge of treatment of paroxysmal dyskinesia.
This session was held in Charter 2, 24th March
MODULE | Guest Lecture
FRCVS Knowledge | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
Myelin regeneration in the CNS: from mechanisms to medicines - Professor Robin Franklin
This session was held in Charter 2, 24th March
MODULE | The Price of Service
Money matters | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch now
How much? Untangling price and value - Brian Faulkner
- Understand the difference between price and value
- Learn how to develop a great value proposition
- Learn how to effectively communicate value to your clients and team
Let's talk about money: confidently! - Ernie Ward
- Understand the limiting beliefs that exist around charging properly for veterinary care
- Learn what to focus on to improve your money mindset
- Learn strategies for communicating confidently with clients and team about money
Q&A - Brian Faulkner and Ernie Ward
This session was held in Charter 2, 24th March
Sponsored by
MODULE | The Price of Service
Emotional resilience | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
I thought you cared: dealing with emotional blackmail - Liz Walker
- Understand the different forms emotional blackmail can take
- Learn effective strategies to deal with emotional blackmail
- Learn how to protect yourself from the consequences of these situations
How do I lead when I'm on my knees - Carolyne Crowe
- Review the impact of recent events on veterinary practice leaders
- Understand the importance of self care as a leader
- Learn the importance of creating other leaders to support you
Q&A - Liz Walker and Carolyne Crowe
This session was held in Charter 2, 24th March
MODULE | The Price of Service
Taking the lead | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
I think I'm leading: is anyone following? - Carolyne Crowe
- Understand the key traits of effective leadership
- Identify your style of leadership
- Understand how to connect with your team more effectively
How do I create more leaders in my team - Liz Walker
- Understand the importance of creating the right culture and environment
- Understand what traits to look for in your team members and how to identify them
- Learn the importance of embracing failure
Q&A - Carolyne Crowe and Liz Walker
This session was held in Charter 2, 24th March
MODULE | Clinical Pathology: Disorders of Coagulation
Interpreting haematology | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
Blood smear examination in practice - Annette Levey (IDEXX)
- How to make a good smear
- Understand the basic approach to smear evaluation
- Identify common abnormalities in blood smears
Interpreting your haematology results - Emi Barker
- Understand red cell indices
- Identify when an abnormality is significant
- Apply the results to the clinical picture
Q&A - Emi Barker
This session was held in Charter 2, 25th March
MODULE | Feline Medicine Meets Behaviour
Feline medicine meets behaviour | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
What is this cat telling me? - Sarah Heath
- Understand commonly encountered emotional states of cats at the clinic
- Recognise subtle emotional signals related to underlying emotions
- Articulate the benefits of recognition and empathy with patients' emotional states at the clinic
This session was held in Charter 2, 25th March
MODULE | Feline Medicine Meets Behaviour
Feline medicine meets behaviour | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 3 | Recording Available Soon
What do I do about what this cat is telling me? - Hannah Donovan
- Understand the importance of responding patients' emotional states so as to practice good medicine/nursing
- Learn how appropriate responses to patients' emotional states and communication can facilitate better medicine/nursing
- Practically apply strategies to augment patient welfare and have better clinical/nursing outcomes
This session was held in Charter 2, 25th March
MODULE | Feline Medicine Meets Behaviour
Feline blood transfusions | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Recording Available Soon
Cat blood transfusions: the vet's view - Sam Taylor
- Apply the principles of cat friendly interactions in the context internal medicine practice
- Understand the importance of feline blood transfusions being done with minimal patient distress to either cat
- Learn practical techniques and update on blood transfusions, carrying them out without negative impacts on welfare
Cat blood transfusions: the nurse's view - Sophie McMurrough
- Apply the principles of cat friendly interactions in the context internal medicine nursing
- Understand the importance of feline blood transfusions being done with minimal patient distress to either cat
- Learn practical techniques and update on blood transfusions, carrying them out without negative impacts on welfare
Q&A - Sam Taylor and Sophie McMurrough
This session was held in Charter 2, 25th March
MODULE | Feline Medicine Meets Behaviour
Feline nutritional challenges | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Recording Available Soon
Dietary dangers and dilemmas: the vet's view - Marge Chandler
Dietary dangers and dilemmas: the nurse's view - Georgia Woods-Lee
- In the context of current trends and choices being made by caregivers, understand how caregivers' nutritional choices can impact patient's physical and emotional health
- Consider the communication skills needed to keep clients with you, so as to maintain positive influences on the patient's wellbeing
- Apply the principles of cat friendly interactions in the context patient nutrition
Q&A - Marge Chandler and Georgia Woods-Lee
This session was held in Charter 2, 25th March
MODULE | Feline Medicine Meets Behaviour
Mind and body. Body and soul | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
Feline medicine meets cat friendly practice - Marge Chandler, Georgia Woods-Lee, Sarah Heath, Hannah Donovan and Sophie McMurrough
Expert panel conversation encompassing themes of the day: the inextricable link between mental and physical wellbeing, and it’s impact on cat health and how we can augment patient welfare and have better clinical/nursing outcomes
This session was held in Charter 2, 25th March
MODULE | Canine Medicine Meets Behaviour
Canine co-morbidities | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
Don't lose sight of the patient: the vet’s point of view - Marge Chandler
- Consider the impact of distress on medical diagnosis of internal medicine conditions
- Apply practical solutions to reduce patient distress, so as to obtain meaningful diagnostic information and creation of appropriate treatment plans
- Understand and apply the principles of dog friendly interactions in the context internal medicine practice
Don't lose sight of the patient: the nurse's point of view - Michelle Moran
- Consider the impact of distress on medical diagnosis of internal medicine conditions
- Apply practical solutions to reduce patient distress, so as to obtain meaningful diagnostic information and creation of appropriate treatment plans
- Understand and apply the principles of dog friendly interactions in the context internal medicine nursing
Q&A - Michelle Moran and Marge Chandler
This session was held in Charter 2, 26th March
MODULE | Canine Medicine Meets Behaviour
Canine Medicine | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
What is this dog telling me? - Sarah Heath
- Understand commonly encountered emotional states of dogs at the clinic
- Recognise subtle emotional signals related to underlying emotions
- Articulate the benefits of recognition and empathy with patients' emotional states at the clinic
This session was held in Charter 2, 26th March
MODULE | Canine Medicine Meets Behaviour
Canine medicine | INTERACTIVE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
What do I do about what this dog is telling me? - Hannah Donovan
- Understand the importance of responding patients' emotional states so as to practice good medicine/nursing
- Learn how appropriate responses to patients' emotional states and communication can facilitate better medicine/nursing
- Practically apply strategies to augment patient welfare and have better clinical/nursing outcomes
This session was held in Charter 2, 26th March
MODULE | Canine Medicine Meets Behaviour
The impact of patient stress | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
The effect of pain and stress on my diagnostics: the vet’s point of view - Sarah Heath
- Understand the prevalence of undiagnosed pain, and why it matters in internal medicine practice
- Recognise subtle clinical signs related to pain, and their impact on distress, and vice versa
- Apply best practice integrated pain management protocols, to reduce distress, considering physical and emotional factors, and their impact on internal medicine patients
The effect of pain and stress on my diagnostics: the nurse's point of view - Michelle Moran
- Learn how to recognise subtle signs of pain, including behavioural indicators
- Related to pain and distress, understand the importance of patient empathy and advocacy in day to day nursing
- Apply best practice integrated pain management protocols, to reduce distress, considering physical and emotional factors, and their impact on internal medicine patients
Q&A - Michelle Moran and Sarah Heath
This session was held in Charter 2, 26th March
MODULE | Canine Medicine Meets Behaviour
Canine nutritional challenges | LECTURE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
Dietary dangers and dilemmas: the vet’s point of view - Marge Chandler
- In the context of current trends and choices being made by caregivers, understand how caregivers' nutritional choices can impact patient's physical and emotional health
- Consider the communication skills needed to keep clients with you, so as to maintain positive influences on the patient's wellbeing
- Apply the principles of dog friendly interactions in the context patient nutrition
Dietary dangers and dilemmas: the nurse's point of view - Georgia Woods
- In the context of current trends and choices being made by caregivers, understand how caregivers' nutritional choices can impact patient's physical and emotional health
- Consider the communication skills needed to keep clients with you, so as to maintain positive influences on the patient's wellbeing
- Apply the principles of dog friendly interactions in the context patient nutrition
Q&A - Georgia Woods and Marge Chandler
This session was held in Charter 2, 26th March
MODULE | Canine Medicine Meets Behaviour
Body and soul | DEBATE | STREAM 3 | Watch Now
Body and soul: canine medicine meets dog friendly practice - Marge Chandler, Michelle Moran, Sarah Heath, Georgia Woods and Hannah Donovan
Expert panel conversation encompassing themes of the day: the inextricable link between mental and physical wellbeing, and it’s impact on dog health and how we can augment patient welfare and have better clinical/nursing outcomes
This session was held in Charter 2, 26th March
MODULE | Diagnostic Imaging: Practical Applications in First Opinion
CT in first opinion practice | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
The profits and pitfalls of using CT in first opinion - Tim Trevail, Rachel Hattersley and Mark Moreton
- Understand the potential advantages of CT over standard radiographs and ultrasound examination
- Understand the potential disadvantages and limitations of CT over standard radiographs and ultrasound examination
- Recognise the patients in which the additional information from a CT is likely to make a significant difference to patient management
This session was held in Charter 3, 24th March
MODULE | The Price of Service
Profit and purpose: how can we have both? | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Profit and purpose: how can we have both? - Ernie Ward, Richard Casey and Chris Gush
- Understand why both profit and purpose are necessary for sustained and meaningful success and fulfilment
- Understand what metrics to focus on to measure both profit and purpose
- Learn strategies to develop alignment between profit and purpose
This session was held in Charter 3, 24th March
MODULE | The Price of Service
The quality and cost paradox in veterinary practice | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
The quality and cost paradox in veterinary practice - Ernie Ward, Richard Casey and Chris Gush
- Explore what is really meant by high quality veterinary medicine
- Explore the psychology and belief systems behind cost vs quality paradox
- Understand the actual cost of providing veterinary care in 2022
This session was held in Charter 3, 24th March
MODULE | Ophthalmology: The Ocular Tour
Glaucoma | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Glaucoma: Medical management or enucleation - how far should we go? - Robert Lowe, Elena Fenollosa-Romero & Richard Corrigan
A discussion around when it is appropriate to treat glaucoma medically and when enucleation becomes necessary
This session was held in Charter 3, 24th March
MODULE | Ophthalmology: The Ocular Tour
Congenital ophthalmic malformations | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Reconstruction of breed associated malformations - Elena Fenollosa-Romero, Ursula Dietrich, and Richard Corrigan
Discuss the common breed associated ocular abnormalities and the options available for reconstruction. Includes an ethical discussion in regards to breeding from these patients following reconstruction
This session was held in Charter 3, 24th March
MODULE | Feline Medicine: Infectious Disease
Treating chronic disease in cats | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Treating chronic disease in cats: How do we decide how far we go? - Severine Tasker, Sam Taylor, Kelly Eyre, Emi Barker, and Richard Corrigan
When should you carry on and when is enough enough?
This session was held in Charter 3, 24th March
MODULE | Feline Medicine Meets Behaviour
Remote glucose monitoring | LECTURE | STREAM 4 | Recording Available Soon
Remote glucose monitoring: the vet’s point of view - Sam Taylor
- Apply the principles of cat friendly interactions in the context internal medicine practice
- Understand the technology and application of remote blood glucose monitoring, and how it can reduce patient distress
- Learn how to obtain ongoing meaningful diagnostic glucose readings, causing minimal distress to the cat, thus augmenting welfare
Remote glucose monitoring: the nurse's point of view - Sophie McMurrough
- Apply the principles of cat friendly interactions in the context internal medicine nursing
- Understand the technology and application of remote blood glucose monitoring, and how it can reduce patient distress
- Learn how to obtain ongoing meaningful diagnostic glucose readings, causing minimal distress to the cat, thus augmenting welfare
Q&A - Sam Taylor and Sophie McMurrough
This session was held in Charter 3, 25th March
MODULE | Anaesthesia: Pain Management and Rehabilitation
Post-operative rehabilitation | DISCUSSION | STREAM 4 | Recording Available Soon
Can analgesia really make a difference? - Carl Bradbrook
- Discover the evidence for how analgesia can improve recovery following surgery
- Explore what techniques can be utilised in practice
How can we support our patients? - Diane Messum
- See how physiotherapy can aid patient recovery following surgery
- What can be used in practice effectively
- How to teach owners to perform basic physiotherapy
Q&A - Carl Bradbrook and Diane Messum
- Discuss the integration of analgesia & physiotherapy
- Discuss the practical barriers faced in practice and how these can be overcome
This session was held in Charter 3, 25th March
MODULE | Pain Management and Rehabilitation
Chronic pain and rehabilitation | DISCUSSION | STREAM 4 | Recording Available Soon
How to target the pain? - Matt Gurney
- Discuss the ethical approach to managing chronic pain
- Simplify the complexities of the chronic pain syndrome Introduction into implementing an analgesia plan
Rebuilding the support - Mathilde Granger
- Discover how physiotherapy can be used in the chronic pain setting
- Explore how other treatment modalities can be implemented
- How and which to choose
Q&A - Matt Gurney and Mathilde Granger
This session was held in Charter 3, 25th March
MODULE | Pain Management and Rehabilitation
Management of acute pain | LECTURE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Do opioids still have a place? - Jo Michou
- Often described as the backbone of multimodal analgesia, discuss the clinical evidence for the opioids
- Discover the most effective way of using opioids perioperatively
What other drugs can be used? - Carl Bradbrook
- A brief overview of commonly used multimodal agents
- Discussion of how and when to choose them
Q&A - Carl Bradbrook and Jo Michou
This session was held in Charter 3, 25th March
MODULE | Pain Management and Rehabilitation
Management of chronic pain | LECTURE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Traditional approach: NSAIDs - Jo Michou
- How to choose your first line of approach to chronic pain
- Evidence for NSAIDs
The new kid: monoclonal antibodies - Matt Gurney
- Evidence and clinical experience using anti NGF monoclonal antibodies
Q&A - Matt Gurney and Jo Michou
This session was held in Charter 3, 25th March
Sponsored by
MODULE | Decision Making Challenges in Cardiology
Managing patients with severe cardiac disease | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Interventional techniques in cardiac disease: what is appropriate? - Geoff Culshaw, Domingo Casamian Sorrosal & Chris Linney
- Palliative vs curative treatment strategies in veterinary cardiology
- Assessment of QoL: costs of treatment of heart disease
- Assessment of QoL: end of life medicine
This session was held in Charter 3, 25th March
MODULE | Exotics: No Longer The Unusual Pet
The ethics of exotic pet ownership | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Exotic pet ownership: who does it, why and should it be encouraged? - Sonya Miles and Tariq Abou-Zahr
- Understand the motivation for exotic pet ownership and how this may affect client/vet communications
- Compare differences In exotic pet and companion animal ownership
- Based on the topics discussed, formulate an approach to the exotic pet consultation that could improve client bonding
This session was held in Charter 3, 26th March
MODULE | STS: Reconstructive Challenges
Ethics of reconstructive facial surgery | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Ethics of maxillectomy/mandibulectomy: where do I draw the line? - Rachel Hattersley, James Yeates, Chris Shales and Andrew Perry
Learning objectives:
- To consider patient selection for maxillectomy/mandibulectomy surgery
- To be able to discuss the options and their potential consequences in broad with owners
- To appraise the options available for individual patients in broad
This session was held in Charter 3, 26th March
MODULE | STS: Reconstructive Challenges
Major wound reconstruction | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Wound reconstruction following trauma: how many surgeries is too many? - Ben Mielke, James Yeates, and Elle Haskey
Learning objectives:
- To recognise the importance of educating owners on all options in order that they can make an informed decision
- To appraise cases from an ethical standpoint on what might be too much but to do this in line with owner education and owners wishes
- Support owners wishes alongside being the best advocate for the patient, based on your own informed opinions
This session was held in Charter 3, 26th March
MODULE(S) | Clinical Dilemmas in Small Animal Neurology | Oncology: Perspectives on Head & Neck Tumours
CNS tumours | LECTURE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Brain tumours in dogs: chemotherapy and radiation the answer? - Juan Carlos-Serra
- Describe the common brain tumours for which chemotherapy or radiation therapy is a key treatment option
- Briefly compare the outcomes associated with different brain tumours treated with chemotherapy or radiation therapy
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Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of chemotherapy and radiation therapy for the brain - including complications
Brain tumours in dogs: is surgery the answer? - Colin Driver
- Describe the common brain tumours for which surgical management is a key treatment option
- Briefly compare the outcomes associated with different brain tumours treated surgically
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Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of surgical management - including complications
Discussion - Colin Driver, Juan Carlos-Serra and James Yeates
This session was held in Charter 3, 26th March
MODULE(S) | Clinical Dilemmas in Small Animal Neurology | Oncology: Perspectives on Head & Neck Tumours
CNS tumours | LECTURE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Spinal tumours in dogs: chemotherapy and radiation the answer? - Juan Carlos-Serra
- Describe the common spinal cord and vertebral tumours for which chemotherapy or radiation therapy is a key treatment option
- Briefly compare the outcomes associated with different spinal cord and vertebral tumours treated with chemotherapy or radiation therapy
- Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of chemotherapy and radiation therapy for the spinal cord and vertebral column - including complications
Spinal tumours in dogs: is surgery the answer? - Colin Driver
- Describe the common spinal cord and vertebral tumours for which surgical management is a key treatment option
- Briefly compare the outcomes associated with different spinal cord and vertebral tumours treated surgically
- Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of surgical management - including complications
Discussion - Colin Driver, Juan Carlos-Serra and James Yeates
This session was held in Charter 3, 26th March
MODULE | Internal Medicine: Saturday Night Fever
Antimicrobial resistance | DEBATE | STREAM 4 | Watch Now
Antimicrobial usage: how do we protect our future? - Fergus Allerton, Simon Cook, Ian Battersby and Lizzie McLennon-Green
A broad discussion looking at the current guidelines on antibiotic stewardship, the reasons for it and the evidence to support the Protect Poster
This session was held in Charter 3, 26th March
MODULE | Making Decisions in Dentistry
Tooth fractures | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Recording Available Soon
Help! This dog's tooth is broken: What should I do? - Ingrid Tundo
- Learn how to examine a dog's mouth for fractured teeth
- Review your diagnostic options for fractured teeth
- Discuss treatment options from pups to adults
Help! This cat's tooth is broken: What should I do? - Susan Thorne
- Learn how to examine a cat's mouth for fractured teeth.
- Review your diagnostic options for fractured teeth.
- Discuss treatment options from kittens to adults
Q&A - Ingrid Tundo and Susan Thorne
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 24th March
MODULE(S) | Feline Medicine: Infectious Disease | Ophthalmology: The Ocular Tour
Feline upper respiratory tract infections | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Recording Available Soon
Ophthalmic complications of cat flu - Ursula Dietrich
- Identify the ophthalmic complications of respiratory viral infection
- Understand the pathophysiology of corneal changes
- Formulate a treatment plan for ophthalmic changes secondary to viral infection
Medical management of feline URT infections - Severine Tasker
- Understand the common presentation of feline URT infection
- Discuss the use of antibiotic therapy in the management of feline RT infection
- Identify the different treatment and management options for feline URT infection
Q&A - Severine Tasker & Ursula Dietrich
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 24th March
MODULE(S) | Feline Medicine: Infectious Disease | Ophthalmology: The Ocular Tour
Feline uveitis | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Recording Available Soon
Feline uveitis: assessment and management - Ursula Dietrich
- Be able to identify the presence of uveitis
- To understand the risks associated with uveitis events in cats
- Formulate a treatment plan for uveitis
Feline uveitis: medical triggers - Severine Tasker
- Identify the common differential diagnoses for feline uveitis
- Discuss the diagnostic approach to suspected secondary uveitis
- Consider an appropriate empirical therapeutic plan in the absence of a diagnosis
Q&A - Severine Tasker & Ursula Dietrich
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 24th March
MODULE | Feline Medicine: Infectious Disease
Feline TB | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Recording Available Soon
Diagnosing the hidden monster - Severine Tasker
- Understand the presentations of TB in cats
- Identify findings on routine diagnostics
- Understand the advanced diagnostics available for diagnosis of TB
Approaches to management - Emi Barker
- What are the standard therapies for TB
- When should euthanasia be considered
- What are the real risks of zoonosis
Q&A - Severine Tasker and Emi Barker
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 24th March
MODULE | Feline Medicine: Infectious Disease
Feline infectious peritonitis | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Recording Available Soon
How do I prove it? - Emi Barker
- What are the common and uncommon presentations of FIP
- Identify findings on routine diagnostic tests
- Understand the advanced diagnostics available for the diagnosis of FIP
An update on treatment options - Sam Taylor
- Understand the current knowledge on prognosis of FIP
- Discuss new therapies available for FIP
- Consider the financial and ethical implications of therapy
Q&A - Emi Barker and Sam Taylor
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 24th March
MODULE | Making Decisions in Dentistry
Common Malocclusions | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Recording Available Soon
Help! This pup's lower canines are displaced: what should I do? - Ingrid Tundo
- Learn how to diagnose lingually displaced canines in pups.
- Discuss treatment options for deciduous dentition.
- Review advice for owners and breeders regarding aetiology
Help! This adult's lower canines are displaced: what should I do? - Susan Thorne
- Learn how to diagnose lingually displaced canines in adult dogs.
- Discuss treatment options for permanent dentition.
- Review advice for owners and breeders regarding aetiology
Q&A - Ingrid Tundo and Susan Thorne
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 24th March
MODULE(S) | ECC: Disorders of Coagulation | Decision Making Challenges in Cardiology
Thromboembolic events | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Beyond the blue juice: Management of acute thromboembolism - Armi Pigott
- Know the first steps to take to stabilize a patient with aortic thromboembolism
- Know the common complications associated with managing these patients and how to manage them when they arise
How do I manage a patient with a clot and chronic cardiac disease? - Domingo Casamian Sorrosal
- Review the incidence of cardiogenic thromboembolic diseases
- List available drugs for chornic management of thromboembolic disease
- List diagnostic tools available for patients with thromboembolic disease (cardiogenic)
Q&A - Domingo Casamian Sorrosal, Armi Pigott and Amy Butler
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 25th March
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MODULE(S) | ECC / Clinical Pathology: Disorders of Coagulation
Coagulation: back to basics | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
The true story of coagulation: what you didn't learn in vet school - Amy Butler
- Understand how platelets and clotting factors are activated.
- Be able to identify how platelets and clotting factors interact to form a clot.
- Understand how our laboratory testing does not always give us the full picture into coagulation status.
Identifying and treating inherited coagulopathies - Armi Pigott
- Know which point-of-care and commercial laboratory tests are useful to identify these patients
- Know which blood products are useful to manage a bleeding crisis
- Know the pre-emptive steps to take in patients with known clotting disorders prior to planned and emergency surgical procedures
Q&A - Amy Butler and Armi Pigott
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 25th March
MODULE(S) | ECC / Clinical Pathology: Disorders of Coagulation
Bleeding patients | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Approach to the bleeding patient: stabilisation - Amy Butler
- Have a working knowledge of causes of bleeding
- Using widely available tests, be able to determine the cause of active bleeding
Approach to the bleeding patient: latest and greatest therapies - Armi Pigott
- How to use the newest products on the market to manage bleeding patients
- New management techniques from recent literature using existing drugs and blood products
Q&A - Amy Butler and Armi Pigott
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 25th March
MODULE | Decision Making Challenges in Cardiology
Arrhythmias | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Tachyarrhythmias: what can I do? - Ruth Willis
- List types of tachyarrhythmias and possible causes
- Recognise the arrhythmia upon ECG interpretation
- List management options for common tachyarrhythmias
Bradyarrhythmias: what can I do? - Geoff Culshaw
- List types of bradyarrhythmias and possible causes
- Recognise the arrhythmia upon ECG interpretation
- List management options for common bradyarrhythmias
Q&A - Ruth Willis and Geoff Culshaw
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 25th March
MODULE | Decision Making Challenges in Cardiology
Cardiac co-morbidities | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Pulmonic stenosis: Diagnosis, prognosis and management - Domingo Casamian-Sorrosal
- List main diagnostic features of PS
- Identify prognostic factors in PS
- Recall management strategies for PS
PDA: Diagnosis, prognosis and management - Chris Linney
- List main diagnostic features of PDA
- Identify prognostic factors in PDA
- Recall management strategies for PDA
Q&A - Domingo Casamian-Sorrosal & Chris Linney
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10 , 25th March
MODULE(S) | ECC / Clinical Pathology: Disorders of Coagulation
Transfusion medicine | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Blood products: what is available - Amy Butler
- Distinguish the difference between different types of blood products, what’s in each and (importantly) what’s not in each
- Understand clinical indications for different blood product use
- Know what products are important to have for various levels of clinical practice
Blood products: using donors effectively - Armi Pigott and Amy Butler
- Learn how to safely get blood from a donor, including donor screening
- Be able to calculate the correct amount of blood to draw and to give
- Learn safe storage and handling of blood products
Q&A - Amy Butler and Armi Pigott
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 25th March
MODULE | Internal Medicine: Is It getting Hot In Here?
Understanding hyperthermia | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Fever vs hyperthermia: the approach to the hot patient - Fergus Allerton
- Understand the difference between fever and hyperthermia
- Identify clinical signs which indicate fever over hyperthermia
- Apply this understanding to emergency management of a high temperature
The heat stroke patient: what can I do? - Simon Cook
- Recognise the signs of life-threatening heat-stroke
- Describe the emergency interventions for acute heatstroke
- Identify patients that require intensive treatment
Q&A - Fergus Allerton and Simon Cook
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 26th March
MODULE | Internal Medicine: Is It Getting Hot In Here
Acute pyrexia | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Acute pyrexia: what are the differentials - Ian Battersby
- Identify the common differentials for true pyrexia
- Understand the common clinical signs associated with each differential
- Integrate this knowledge with an approach to diagnostic investigations
Empirical drug therapy in acute pyrexia: what should I use? - Fergus Allerton
- Understand the drugs available for the management of pyrexia
- Identify the indications for the use of each of these medications
- Understand how the use of certain medications may limit future diagnostic interpretation
Q&A - Fergus Allerton and Ian Battersby
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 26th March
MODULE | Internal Medicine: Is It Getting Hot In Here?
Chronic pyrexia | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Chronic pyrexia: what are the differentials - Ian Battersby
- Identify the common differentials for true pyrexia
- Understand the common clinical signs associated with each differential
- Integrate this knowledge with an approach to diagnostic investigations
Investigating chronic pyrexia: where do I start? - Fergus Allerton
- Understand the available tests for pyrexia
- Identify a pragmatic but logical approach to investigating pyrexia
- Understand the financial implications of a full and complete investigation for PUO
Q&A - Fergus Allerton and Ian Battersby
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 26th March
MODULE | Exotics: No Longer The Unusual Pet
Don't panic: reptile basics explained for the GP vet | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Preventative healthcare in reptiles - Elisabetta Mancinelli
- Understand the value of performing diagnostic imaging early in disease presentation
- Appreciate techniques to obtain diagnostic radiographs in exotic species
- Identify common radiographic abnormalities in exotic species
Common conditions in Chelonians - Sonya Miles
- Understand the value of performing diagnostic imaging early in disease presentation
- Appreciate techniques to obtain diagnostic ultrasound images in exotic species
- Identify common ultrasonographic abnormalities in exotic species
Q&A - Sonya Miles and Elisabetta Mancinelli
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 26th March
MODULE | Exotics: No Longer The Unusual Pet
Don't panic: basic approach to birds in practice | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Preventative healthcare in birds - Sonya Miles
- Recognise the various ways in which animals experience and utilise full spectrum sunlight
- Understand the health and welfare implications of inadequate UV provision in exotic pets
- Identify common radiographic abnormalities in exotic species
The dyspnoeic bird - Tariq Abou-Zahr
- Identify the most common husbandry related diseases in exotic pets
- Appreciate the challenges of managing husbandry related disease
- Be able to advise exotic pet owners on required husbandry changes
Q&A - Sonya Miles and Tariq Abou-Zahr
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 26th March
MODULE(S) | Oncology: Perspectives on Head & Neck Tumours | STS: Reconstructive Challenges
The importance of tumour margins | LECTURE | STREAM 5 | Watch Now
Tumour margins from a surgeon's perspective - Rachel Hattersley
- Understand why surgical margins are important
- How to plan surgical margins practically
- Understand the options available if margins cannot be achieved
Tumour margins from an oncologist's perspective - Charlie Pittaway
- Understand the role of margins in tumour biology
- Describe the role of radiation for incomplete margins
- Understand other options for reducing the risk of recurrent disease e.g. metronomic chemotherapy
Q&A - Rachel Hattersley and Charlie Pittaway
This session was held in Exchange 8, 9, 10, 26th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Neurology, Nephrology, and Urology
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ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
09:15 | Magnetic Resonance Imaging findings in dogs with steroid-responsive meningitis-arteritis in a UK referral population READ MORE - Bryn Jones
09:30 | Prevalence and outcome of respiratory compromise in French bulldogs presenting with intervertebral disc extrusion READ MORE - Emma Foster
09:45 | Evaluation of serum symmetric dimethylarginine (SDMA) concentrations in cats with acute kidney injury READ MORE - Samantha Loane
10:00 | Prevalence of proteinuria in dogs with immune-mediated disease READ MORE - James Barton
10:15 | Response of dogs treated with angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEi) for presumed glomerular proteinuria and the effect of a positive response on survival READ MORE - Emily Fulton
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 24th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Endocrinology and Dermatology | ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
10:55 | External validation of a diagnostic prediction tool for Cushing’s syndrome in dogs attending primary-care practice READ MORE - Eden Hermsen
11:10 | Does variation in dexamethasone metabolism affect the interpretation of the canine low-dose dexamethasone suppression test? READ MORE - Lauren Damassa
11:25 | Pituitary Dwarfism in Tibetan Terriers, a newly identified genetic disorder READ MORE - Jess Oliver
11:40 | Evaluation of the safety of a condensed course of allergen-specific immunotherapy (ASIT) injections (rush/fast-track immunotherapy) for the treatment of dogs with atopic dermatitis (AD) READ MORE - Eilidh Hunter
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 &4, 24th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Oncology
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ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Recording Available Soon
12:00 | The use of intravesical dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) in the management of sterile haemorrhagic cystitis, a retrospective cohort study READ MORE - David Brewer
12:15 | Feline epithelial thymic tumours: outcome and prognostic factors READ MORE - Thomas Marks
12:30 | Factors influencing time to recurrence in surgically-excised canine soft tissue sarcomas READ MORE - Ines Cabral
12:45 | An improved method for serum Thymidine Kinase 1 identifies dogs with a high risk of cancer READ MORE - Henrik Ronnberg
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 24th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Anaesthesia / Critical Care, Haematology and Immunology | ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
14:10 | Prevalence and Severity of Hypoglycaemia in Cats and Dogs with Sepsis READ MORE - Martin Litviakov
14:25 | Clinically Relevant Thrombocytopenia in Dogs: Causes and Outcome READ MORE - Beth Hall
14:40 | Dal - blood type in breeds beyond Dalmatians: A challenge in a previously transfused Lhasa Apso READ MORE - Jenny Walton
14:55 | Use of human intravenous immunoglobulins in dogs with idiopathic immune-mediated anaemia, immune-mediated thrombocytopaenia or both READ MORE - Harry Warwick
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 24th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Haematology and Immunology |
ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Recording Available Soon
15:15 | A multicentre blinded randomised controlled clinical trial evaluating a novel lyophilised platelet therapy (StablePlate Rx®) in bleeding thrombocytopenic canine patients in the UK READ MORE - Jenny Walton
15:30 | Coagulation status of dogs with idiopathic immune-mediated polyarthritis READ MORE - Leo Packham
15:45 | Urea and blood urea nitrate:creatinine ratio as a biomarker of gastrointestinal bleeding in dogs with anaemia READ MORE - Ben Safrany
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 24th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Canine General Practice | ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
16:50 | Pugs under primary veterinary care in the UK: fighting fit or frighteningly frail? READ MORE - Jaya Sahota
17:05 | Owner adherence to diagnostic recommendations: the vomiting patient in small animal practice READ MORE - Constance Fisher
17:20 | Identification and pedigree analysis of LHX3-associated dwarfism in a large cohort of UK Tibetan Terriers READ MORE - Cameron Grogan
17:35 | The effect of prophylactic tranexamic acid on the incidence of postoperative haemorrhage in greyhounds following routine surgery READ MORE - Oliver Gilman
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 24th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Orthopaedics |
ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
09:00 | Tibial plateau leveling following tibial tuberosity advancement in seven dogs READ MORE - Daniele Serrani
09:15 | Clinical efficacy and outcome of canine coccygeal vertebral fracture repair using 1.5mm plates: a case series of 3 dogs READ MORE - Nadine Schneider
09:30 | Stabilization of femoral capital physeal fractures with cortical positional screws in cats READ MORE - Joris Vink
09:45 | Physeal fractures in dogs: a review of 103 cases READ MORE - Alec Currie
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 25th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Orthopaedics | ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
10:50 | Kinetic gait analysis in healthy rabbits and rabbits with osteoarthritis READ MORE - Sofia Garcia
11:10 | If it´s not the cruciate? - On the rare condition of isolated gastrocnemius musculotendinopathy in dogs and the link between lameness score and diagnostic imaging READ MORE - Christoph Andrijczuk
11:25 | Recall bias in client reported outcomes in canine orthopaedic patients using clinical metrology instruments (CMIs) READ MORE - Eirini Pappa
11:40 | Validation of a new owner-reported mobility questionnaire to detect subtle mobility impairments in dogs READ MORE - Natasha Clark
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 25th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Orthopaedics, PetSavers Grants, and Infectious Disease
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ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
12:00 | Electronic von Frey aesthesiometer sensory thresholds assessment in dogs with elbow osteoarthritis READ MORE - Maria Dalla Fontana
12:15 | Differences in the metabolomic profile of canine stifle joint synovial fluid in dogs with cranial cruciate ligament rupture with or without meniscal injury READ MORE - Christine Pye
12:30 | Antimicrobial resistance and the presence of E. coli, Salmonella spp. and Enterobacter spp. in raw meat diets fed to dogs in the UK READ MORE - Genever Morgan
12:45 | Severe myositis and necrosis of the musculus longus colli leading to type II immune-mediated polyarthritis in a puppy READ MORE - Alba Bello
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 25th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Diagnostic Imaging, Gastroenterology, and Therapeutics |
ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
14:10 | The ultrasonographic appearance of renal medullary striations and their correlation with renal disease and renal histopathology in cats READ MORE- Carli Bentley
14:25 | A retrospective study investigating the association between cranial bronchial narrowing and thoracic conformation in brachycephalic dogs using computed tomography READ MORE - Mica Taylor
14:40 | The prevalence of ultrasonographic gastrointestinal wall changes in dogs with acute pancreatitis - a retrospective study (2012-2020) READ MORE - Joshua Hardwick
14:55 | Current perceptions and use of paracetamol in dogs among veterinary surgeons working in the UK READ MORE - Alba Bello
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 25th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Soft Tissue Surgery | ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
15:30 | Surgical Treatment and Outcomes of Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunts in 12 Cats READ MORE - Lavinia Economu
15:45 | Size Matters: Ability of Veterinary Professionals to Estimate Length READ MORE - Emily Frapwell
16:00 | Outcomes following endoscopic treatment of acute oropharyngeal stick injuries in dogs: 46 cases (2010 to 2020) READ MORE - Andrea Kilduff-Taylor
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 25th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Soft Tissue Surgery, and PetSavers Grants | ABSTRACTS | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
16:50 | Nebulised epinephrine in the postoperative management of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome: short-term outcomes in 90 cases (2014 – 2020) READ MORE - Joy Fenner
17:05 | Surgical removal of intestinal foreign bodies using a laparotomy-assisted endoscopic approach: 22 cases READ MORE - Claire Demars
17:20 | Evaluation efficacy of a novel cell salvage device with canine blood and following swab washing - ex vivo study READ MORE - Ivan Kalmukov
17:35 | Comparison of efficacy in red blood cell recovery from swab washing using two different techniques - ex vivo study READ MORE - Andrea Galliano
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 25th March
MODULE | Reception: The Gateway To A Great Practice
Empowering the front line | DEBATE | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
Not "just" a receptionist: empower your team! - Ernie Ward and Brian Faulkner
- Understand the importance of involving your reception team in developing the mission, vision and purpose
- Understand why empowerment comes from a sense of ownership of their roles
- Explore the reasons why titles matter, and why your reception team deserve to be treated and trained as professionals
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4. 26th March
MODULE | Reception: The Gateway To A Great Practice
A great reception | LECTURE | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
The practice front line: winning hearts and minds - Ernie Ward
- Understand how important reception's role is in attracting, retaining and bonding clients
- Explore how your client's reception experience can make or break their bond
- Learn strategies to assist your reception team
It's about the people: what makes a great receptionist? - Liz Somerville
- Identify the key qualities and behaviours of a great receptionist
- Understand why EQ matters just as much as IQ at reception
- Build a clear and compelling job description for your receptionists
Q&A - Ernie Ward and Liz Somerville
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 26th March
MODULE | Reception: The Gateway To A Great Practice
Managing the front line | LECTURE | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
How do I manage my reception team effectively? - Brian Faulkner
- Understand the importance of effective induction and training for your reception team
- Understand the importance of having a clear and meaningful appraisal process for your reception team
- Build a plan for developing your reception team
What does your waiting room say about you? - Alison Lambert
- Understand the importance of the first impression your waiting area makes on clients
- Learn the top 5 criteria your waiting room will be judged on
- Triage your waiting room and build a priority list of action steps
Q&A - Brian Faulkner and Alison Lambert
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 26th March
MODULE | Reception: The Gateway To A Great Practice
The price of client care | LECTURE | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
Meaningful metrics for reception - Alison Lambert
- Learn why metrics for reception performance are so important
- Build an action list of key metrics to measure for reception performance
- Understand what numbers equate to great performance at reception
Counting the cost of client care - Brian Faulkner
- Understand the true financial cost of poor client care
- Learn why understanding the essentials of practice finance is so important for your reception team
- Learn the key areas of focus for effective training
Q&A - Brian Faulkner and Alison Lambert
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 26th March
MODULE | Reception: The Gateway To A Great Practice
The client journey | LECTURE | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
First contact: converting that call to a consult - Alison Lambert
- Learn how important that first contact is to your practice
- Learn what great phone call handling looks and sounds like
- Learn how to develop a reliable and effective phone call process
The client journey: payment and promotion - Brian Faulkner
- Learn how to develop a payment process for your reception team that really works
- Learn how a sense of pride in their role and in the practice makes all the difference to your receptionists
- Decide what specifically your reception team should be promoting
Q&A - Brian Faulkner and Alison Lambert
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 26th March
MODULE | Reception: The Gateway To A Great Practice
Reception | LECTURE | STREAM 6 | Watch Now
Why developing a reception handbook really matters - Alison Lambert and Brian Faulkner
- Understand what should really be in your reception handbook
- Learn the importance of involving the reception team in creating the handbook
- Understand why having a reception handbook really matters
This session was held in Central Rooms 3 & 4, 26th March
MODULE | Exotics: No Longer The Unusual Pet
Exotics in practice
| LECTURE | STREAM 7 | Watch Now
Making exotics viable - Sonya Miles
The importance of rabbits - Elisabetta Mancinelli
Q&A - Sonya Miles and Elisabetta Mancinelli
This session was held in Exchange 11, 26th March
MODULE | Exotics: No Longer The Unusual Pet
Back to basics | LECTURE | STREAM 7 | Watch Now
Preventative healthcare in mammal species - Sonya Miles
Rabbit dentistry in overview - Elisabetta Mancinelli
Q&A - Sonya Miles and Elisabetta Mancinelli
This session was held in Exchange 11, 26th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
Feline General Practice, and Others | ABSTRACTS | STREAM 7 | Watch Now
14:00 | Comparison of Doppler ultrasonic and SunTech Vet 20 Oscillometric devices for non-invasive blood pressure (BP) measurement in conscious cats READ MORE - Clara Casas Acuna
14:15 | What does a chronic kidney disease cat really look like, and why does this matter? READ MORE - Annie Mura
14:30 | Does periodontal disease have systemic implications in cats? READ MORE - Alyx Blenkarn
14:45 | Using electronic health records (EHRs) to identify medication errors occurring in veterinary practices (UK) READ MORE - Eirini Petrou
15:00 | Telemedicine: Does it have a role in the future of veterinary consultations? READ MORE - Natalie Robinson
This session was held in Exchange 11, 26th March
MODULE | Clinical Abstracts
PetSavers Student Grants | ABSTRACTS | STREAM 7 | Watch Now
15:30 | Exploring recording of adverse drug reaction reporting in veterinary free-text clinical narratives READ MORE - Emily Blackwell
15:50 | Cotton wool versus non-woven gauze swabs: comparatively which is more efficacious for minimising the preoperative microbial load on the ovariohysterectomy surgical site in bitches? READ MORE - Rebecca Verhoven
16:10 | Effect of pterygoid bone medialisation on nasopharyngeal narrowing and surgical outcome in dogs with brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome READ MORE - Sze Lynn Yuen
16:30 | A two-part study: a survey of dog owners’ feeding preferences and the subsequent microbiological analysis of raw and non-raw dog food for the prevalence of Escherichia coli, Enterobacter and Salmonella spp READ MORE - Eda Taymaz
This session was held in Exchange 11, 26th March
EXHIBITION | Zoetis
Feline OA: what's new pussycat? An update on disease and management | EXHIBITOR STREAM | Watch Now
Speaker, Duncan Lascelles
EXHIBITION | NationWide Laboratories
Canine mast cell tumours: fifty shades of grading | EXHIBITOR STREAM | Watch Now
Speaker, Alison Lee
Canine mast cell tumours (cMCTs) are common tumours in dogs, arising in the skin, subcutis and other sites such as mucous membranes and viscera. The biologic behaviour of cMCTs arising in the skin (cutaneous cMCTs) is extremely variable: some display a benign biologic behaviour and can be cured by marginal excision, while others demonstrate malignant behaviour, with recurrence despite wide margins, and metastatic spread to lymph nodes and other viscera. Predicting the behaviour of these neoplasms can be challenging for vets and pathologists alike.
This talk will provide a brief overview of the background to cutaneous cMCTs, followed by a discussion of the various means by which the potential biologic behaviour can be predicted. These include clinical assessment of the appearance and behaviour of the neoplasm, histologic grading (with both the three-tier/Patnaik and two-tier/Kiupel grading system), mitotic count, the immunohistochemical prognostic indicator Ki67, KIT staining pattern and PCR for mutations in exons 8 and 11 in the c-kit gene. This will give vets in practice an understanding of the various prognostic indicators available for assessment of these neoplasms, their potential limitations and in which practical scenarios they may be useful.
Learning outcomes:
- Recap of general background information re cMCTs
- How cMCTs are diagnosed
- Gain an understanding of the histologic parameters used to predict the biologic behaviour of cMCTs
- Gain an understanding of further laboratory tests used in the assessment of cMCT biologic behaviour:
- Immunohistochemical staining for Ki67
- KIT staining patterns
- c-kit PCR
EXHIBITION | VetPlus
An introduction to VETIGEL | EXHIBITOR STREAM |
Watch Now
Speaker, Joe Landolina
MODULE | Supplementary Content
An overview of guidelines for rational antimicrobial use | LECTURE | ON-DEMAND STREAM | Watch Now
MODULE | Supplementary Content
Feline haemotropic mycoplasmas | LECTURE | ON-DEMAND STREAM | Watch Now
MODULE | Supplementary Content
Radiotherapy basics for the general practitioner | LECTURE | ON-DEMAND STREAM | Watch Now
MODULE | Supplementary Content
How to take the most out of the cardiology physical examination | LECTURE | ON-DEMAND STREAM | Watch Now