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6-26 October 2025: Practical Transfusion Medicine

Chloe Fay BSc( Hons) RVN CertVN ECC VTS( ECC)

NEW FOR 2025!

8 Hours CPD

Blood transfusions and component therapy as fluid replacement are becoming more commonplace. Due to increased risk with these procedures, it is important for the staff caring for the transfusion patient to be comfortable and confident in their knowledge in specialised treatment. This course will cover everything from donor collection, indications for transfusion, how much to transfuse, to transfusion reactions. Aimed at vet nurses and vets.

• Module 1: Blood types • Module 2: Blood Components

• Module 3: Blood Collection for Transfusion • Module 4: Monitoring and Adverse Reactions • Module 5: Haemostatic pathophysiology • Module 6: Indications for transfusion

6-26 October 2025: Anaesthesia Refresher Course

Denise Prisk DipAVN( Surgical), VTS( Anesthesia & Analgesia), LTCL, LCGI, RVN

This course covers the basics of veterinary anaesthesia and will be suitable for anyone who wants to refresh their knowledge – those

8 Hours CPD returning to work after a break, final year students who are preparing for their exams, clinical coaches helping students with anaesthesia, or anyone who needs a reminder concerning current practice. The course covers all the information needed to perform routine anaesthesia, from admittance to discharge of the patient. Different types of equipment, breathing systems and scavenging will be discussed, as will the use of intravenous fluids. Analgesic techniques such as constant rate infusions and the use of local anaesthesia will also be covered. Aimed at vet nurses and vets.

6-26 October 2025: Skin Cytology

Francesco Cian, DVM, DipECVCP, FRCPath, MRCVS. European Specialist in Veterinary Clinical Pathology.

This comprehensive course will give you the basics you need for in house cytology from

8 Hours CPD sampling techniques, to slide examination approach, culminating in the cytological presentation of the most common inflammatory and neoplastic conditions affecting small animals. Cytology case challenges and diagnostic algorithms will also be provided to help you understand the concepts presented and to consolidate your knowledge. Aimed at vets and vet nurses.

• Module 1: Sampling techniques, slide staining and submission of cytological samples to external laboratories. • Module 2: Approach to slide examination and how to write a cytological report. • Module 3: Inflammatory skin lesions and response to tissue injury. • Module 4: Round cell tumours( skin and subcutis). • Module 5: Epithelial tumours( skin and subcutis).

• Module 6: Mesenchymal tumours( skin and subcutis).

• Module 7: Ear cytology. • Module 8: Cytology cases.

6-26 October 2025: Reptiles in General Practice

8 Hours CPD

Nathalie Wissink-Argilaga LicVet, CertAVP( ZooMed), DZooMed( Reptilian), MRCVS, RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine.

Sarah Pellett BSc( Hons) MA VetMB, Cert AVP( ZooMed), DZooMed( Reptilian), MRCVS, RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine.

Reptiles are a frequent presentation in general practice but not very well covered in the veterinary curriculum. This course covers a range of topics and together with clinical cases will boost your knowledge. Aimed at vets and nurses.

6-26 Oct 2025: Small Mammal Medicine & Surgery

Livia Benato DVM MSc CertZooMed Dip ECZM( Small Mammals) MRCVS

Small mammal pets are growing in popularity in the UK and other countries, and they are increasingly seen in companion animal

8 Hours CPD practice. In this course, common medical and surgical presentations seen in guinea pigs, chinchillas, rats and hamsters will be discussed. Dental disease in hystricomorphs and myomorphs, surgical approach to mammary tumours in rats and how to treat possible parasite infections are some of the topics that will be covered. Aimed at vets and vet nurses.

6-26 October 2025: Canine and Feline Dentistry

Rachel Perry BSc, BVM & S, MANZCVS( Small Animal Dentistry & Oral Surgery), Dip. EVDC, MRCVS, European Diplomate in Veterinary Dentistry

Canine and feline dentistry is undergoing a

8 Hours CPD paradigm shift. It no longer has to be stressful and can even become enjoyable by learning a few key concepts and skills. Become a better practitioner and serve your clients and patients to the best of your ability. Join this course with open eyes and an inquisitive mind and re-learn what you thought you knew. Aimed at vets and vet nurses.

6-26 October 2025: Feline Medicine Update- Part 1

Samantha Taylor BVetMed( Hons) CertSAM DipECVIM-CA FRCVS

This five module course will update you on the current evidence based management of various feline conditions, with a practical slant

8 Hours CPD and plenty of tips to take back to practice.

Covering the dyspnoeic cat, pancreatitis, idiopathic cystitis and FIP as well as management of complex hyperthyroid cats. Aimed at vets and nurses.

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