Managing Corneal Emergencies: Essential Skills for Every Vet
In many parts of Australia, veterinary ophthalmologists are hundreds, sometimes thousands of kilometres away. While referral provides gold standard care for complex eye cases, patients presenting with corneal emergencies need care and management at the frontline. These conditions are painful, progressive, and often sight-threatening. Confident, well-timed interventions can mean the difference between saving an eye […]
The Future is Now: CT Use in Veterinary Practice
When many vets think of CT, their minds go straight to orthopaedics or spinal imaging. But CT’s role in veterinary practice is rapidly expanding. In this blog, we unpack how this technology is reshaping clinical decision-making and improving outcomes across a range of disciplines. How is CT used in veterinary practice? Computed tomography (CT) is […]
Mastering Small Animal Medicine: Your Path to Career Growth
Internal medicine training can be a game-changer in your veterinary career, giving you the skills to diagnose and manage complex conditions and achieve better patient outcomes. With a better understanding of diagnostic and treatment options, you’ll be confident to offer more clinical options to your clients and provide comprehensive care to your patients inhouse, reducing […]
Advanced veterinary nursing certificates: What are the benefits of further qualifications for veterinary nurses?
As a veterinary nurse, the range of CPD programs available can feel like a bit of a minefield. Whether you’ve got a veterinary nursing certificate or you’re just starting to explore the world of further qualifications, you might be asking yourself about the benefits of an advanced veterinary nursing certificate. In this article, we’ll go […]
Diagnosing Feline Atopic Skin Syndrome – 8 Top Tips
Itchy cats might not be as common as itchy dogs, but for some reason they strike fear into the heart of every vet. It’s not uncommon for busy or less confident vets to reach for the steroids, hoping to pass the problem to the next vet when the cat relapses, but feline pruritus doesn’t have […]
Pericardial Effusions in Small Animals: Causes and Diagnosis
Pericardial disease is a commonly overlooked condition in veterinary medicine. It includes various disorders affecting the pericardium, the double-walled sac containing the heart. One of the most significant concerns is pericardial effusion, a condition that can impact both pets and veterinary professionals managing their care. This article explores pericardial effusion, including its causes, diagnosis, treatment […]
Emergency CPD for Vets: Choosing the Training That Saves Lives
Whether you’re a general practitioner handling urgent cases, a vet looking to transition into ECC, or a recent graduate feeling intimidated by emergency patients, upskilling in ECC can be a game-changer. But with so many CPD option out there, how do you choose the right course? With options ranging from free webinars to short CPD […]
Canine Dermatology: What We Know About the Microbiome and Skin
Canine dermatology is a complicated and often frustrating subject. Dermatitis is a general term that indicates an inflammation of the skin; the reasons for the inflammation can be varied and multifaceted. Signs may include pruritus, scaling, alopecia, abnormal odor, oiliness, and changes in skin thickness or color. Diagnostic testing may be challenging, and a diagnosis […]
The Future of Veterinary Cancer Care: How Precision Oncology is Transforming Treatment
Cancer remains one of the most prevalent diseases affecting canine and feline patients, with thousands of new diagnoses annually. Given the low number of veterinary oncologists, the majority of these cases are managed by general practitioners in first-opinion clinics. However, with the rise of precision oncology, there is a transformation in cancer care, offering targeted […]
Understanding Snake Envenomation in Veterinary Practice
Snake envenomation is a critical and time-sensitive emergency that all veterinarians must be well-prepared to handle. Understanding the effects of snake venom, recognising clinical signs, and administering appropriate treatment can mean the difference between life and death for your patients. Following our recent webinar on snake envenomation, we were inundated with questions from veterinary professionals […]