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ophthalmology, clinical pathology and behaviour

Webinar: Canine lower urinary tract Webinar Plus: Feline endocrinology Webinar: Ocular emergencies in Webinar Plus: Current kidney controversies
neoplasia – an update on diagnostics and small animals – the do’s and don’ts
treatment

NEW Monday 14th March UPDATED Monday 16th May
Monday 4th April to Sunday 10th April Monday 9th May to Sunday 12th June
When the problem is more than “just” cystitis... One in three diabetic cats can be cured. Acromegaly can occur in That eye looks gross – help! What’s the latest evidence about optimal management of CKD? What still
non-diabetic cats. If you are curious about these statements, you will remains controversial?
The course will cover novel diagnostic techniques for bladder, urethral definitely learn a lot during this course on feline endocrinology! Many general practitioners are frightened of eye disease, especially
and prostatic cancer. We will also review the various medical and surgical ocular emergencies but often irreversible blindness can be avoided with Chronic kidney disease is a common problem seen in small animal practice,
treatment options for these tumours as well as minimally invasive options In the past decade, significant advances have occurred in the field of the prompt and correct treatment approach. This webinar is a case-based particularly in cats. Although the condition can rarely, if ever, be cured, a
(such as urethral stenting, balloon dilation and chemoembolisation) with an feline endocrinology. Achieving diabetic remission is now, rightly or approach to recognising and managing ophthalmic emergencies. patient’s life can be significantly extended by strategies aimed at preventing
interactive and multidisciplinary approach. We will discuss complications wrongly, heavily promoted, there is an additional option for the treatment The focus will be on providing different treatment options, particularly further damage to nephrons. Misconceptions remain however, regarding
and outcomes from these techniques, to help veterinarians identify which of hyperthyroidism (but which option is best?) and acromegaly is now immediate stabilisation. early diagnosis and about which management strategies are most effective
dogs may benefit from these treatments. recognised as a severely underdiagnosed endocrinopathy in diabetic The most common ocular emergencies in small animals encountered in and why. Additionally, as new biomarkers become available, new studies are
cats, as well as non-diabetic cats. In summary – lots to discuss! performed and new medications are licensed: how can we be sure what the
Why do this course? general practice will be covered in a practical approach. Tips will be given best approach is for our patients?
The course will provide you with the tools to decide the best diagnostic Why do this course? when referral is not possible. Topics covered include medical and surgical
approach in dogs with urinary cancer to widen your knowledge of the You will feel much more confident about managing your feline cases emergencies. Why do this course?
different treatment options available for these patients. with hormonal disease. This course is suitable for anyone working in first opinion practice, but is
Why do this course?
Key areas Key areas This webinar is a practical guideline for the work up of ocular emergencies. particularly aimed if you are interested in nephrology and urology, and want
to diagnose and manage these conditions at a high level. There is not always
• Benefits and complications of the different diagnostic techniques • Feline diabetes mellitus update It will give you examination tools to hand to gain more confidence and one right answer; we will help guide you through the evidence available to
available for bladder, urethral and prostatic cancer • Feline acromegaly – update on presentation, diagnosis and treatment will provide first line help to manage ocular emergencies.
• Molecular testing for the diagnosis of urinary cancer. What is the BRAF • Feline hyperthyroidism Key areas give you the tools to make confident decisions about your small animal renal
medicine cases.
mutation test and when can it be useful? • Uncommon feline endocrinopathies
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• s surgery an option for dogs with urothelial carcinoma? (Partial • What to do when endocrinopathies clash with co-morbidities • Glaucoma, acute blindness Key areas
• Melting ulcer
cystectomy, prostatectomy) • Has SDMA replaced creatinine?
• Medical treatment options –the role of chemotherapy in the treatment Previous participants have commented… • Lens luxation • Hypertension and proteinuria – what’s the best way to look after the
“Interesting content aimed at a level suitable for general practitioners
• Foreign bodies, corneal laceration
of bladder urothelial carcinoma and prostatic carcinoma target organs?
• Minimally invasive treatments for malignant urinary obstructions: urethral while still considering unusual cases.” • Blunt trauma • What is CKD-mineral and bone disorder and how do I treat it?
• Proptosis
and ureteral stenting, urethral balloon dilation and chemoembolisation “Good value for money, up-to-date CPD, good support from tutors • Retrobulbar disease • Should I still be recommending one kidney diet for all kidney issues?
to questions raised.” • Should we still be treating bacteriuria?
Course details Previous participants have commented…
Course type: Webinar Course details “Good cover of basic ocular emergency topics and relevant for first Previous participants have commented…
Course format: Live webinar with an opportunity for Q&A with the Course type: Webinar Plus with a live weekly Q&A session opinion practice.” “Excellent update that made me think about my own approach to renal cases.”
lecturers plus access to recorded version for 2 weeks Course format: A mixture of pre-recorded weekly webinars (which Course details
Course length: 2 hours can be reviewed throughout the course), live weekly Q&A sessions with Course details Course type: Webinar Plus with a live Q&A session on week four
CPD hours: 2 the tutors, online case assessment exercises, supplementary reading Course type: Webinar Course format: A mixture of pre-recorded weekly webinars (which
Course fee: £50* material and tutor-moderated online discussion forums Course format: Live webinar with an opportunity for Q&A with can be reviewed throughout the course), a live Q&A session on week
Course length: 4 weeks the lecturers plus access to recorded version for 2 weeks
*Recorded version will be available to purchase for £30 approximately CPD hours: Up to 16 Course length: 2 hours 4 with all the tutors, case studies, quizzes, supplementary reading
two weeks after the live course date. material and tutor-moderated online discussion forums
Relevant to CertAVP modules: Small Animal Medicine (C-SAM.6 and 8) CPD hours: 2
Tutors Course fee: £379 Course fee: £50* Course length: 4 weeks
CPD hours: Up to 16
Alexandra Guillén DVM DipECVIM-CA (Oncology) MRCVS, Tutors *Recorded version will be available to purchase for £30 approximately Relevant to CertAVP module: Small Animal Medicine (C-SAM.9)
Lecturer in Oncology, RVC Yaiza Forcada DVM DipECVIM-CA PhD PGCertVetEd FHEA MRCVS, two weeks after the live course date. Course fee: £379
Matteo Rossanese DVM SPSA MSc DipECVS CertAVP MRCVS, RCVS Recognised Specialist and EBVS European Specialist in Small
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Lecturer in Small Animal Surgery, RVC Tutors Tutors
Animal Internal Medicine, Medisch Centrum voor Dieren, Amsterdam Amy Andrews BVetMed BSc PGDipVCP MRCVS, Resident in Rebecca Geddes MA VetMB GPCert(FelP) MVetMed PhD DipACVIM
Stijn Niessen DVM PhD DipECVIM-CA PGCertVetEd FHEA MRCVS, Veterinary Ophthalmology, RVC FHEA MRCVS, Lecturer in Small Animal Internal Medicine, RVC
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RCVS Recognised Specialist and EBVS European Specialist in Small Christiane Kafarnik Dr.med.vet PhD DipECVO MRCVS, Lecturer Rosanne Jepson BVSc MVetMed PhD DipACVIM DipECVIM-CA FHEA
Animal Internal Medicine, Medisch Centrum voor Dieren, Amsterdam, in Ophthalmology, RVC MRCVS, Associate Professor in Small Animal Internal Medicine, RVC
Honorary Professor of Internal Medicine, RVC
Harriet Syme BSc BVetMed PhD DipACVIM DipECVIM-CA FHEA
MRCVS, Professor of Small Animal Internal Medicine, RVC