WA Weekend Workshops
08 Nov 202416-17 November | Murdoch University
Only 3 days until registrations close on 11 November!
Clinical Pathology Workshop
Sat 16 Nov | 1.30pm - 4.30pm | Murdoch University
Associate Professor Sue Beetson BSc(hons) BVMS PhD
The AVA together with Vet Lab @ The Animal Hospital Murdoch University presents an afternoon of Clinical Pathology. Do you need a hand sorting out your microscope? Would you like a refresher on the examination of blood smears? Would you like to expand your repertoire and improve your confidence on FNA and body fluid cytology? If so, the AVA and the new Vet Lab at Murdoch Uni are holding a 3hr workshop on improving your in-house haematology and cytology.
Workshop Highlights:
We have room for 15 people to undertake a hands-on workshop, with several short formal presentations and examination of a variety of haematology smears, plus numerous common and more challenging cytology cases and smears.
The workshop will be hosted by Associate Professor Sue Beetson and will include an extensive set of electronic notes. You are also welcome to bring along your microscopes for Sue to have a look at and help sort out any issues.
Proudly supported by Vet Lab @ The Animal Hospital Murdoch University
Testimonial
“We use Dr Sue Beetson’s pathology support services and have found it amazing for our clinic. The most beneficial thing is her support over the phone for in house pathology result and difficult cases that we need up to date advice on, which Sue is always happy to provide. She is also very practical and guides you in the decision making process on difficult cases. We have found it such an amazing support for our new graduates as Sue takes a non-judgemental approach and there are no silly questions!” – Dr Hannah Morcombe, Wheatbelt Vet Service
“Sometimes I don’t know what I don’t know! Dr Beetson has been instrumental in helping me grow as a diagnostician and vet. An opportunity to dig a bit deeper into the areas of clinical pathology I’ve forgotten since vet school, improve my lab techniques like urine cytology, or REALLY starting to get a better understanding of biochemistry values (is that ALP significant?) has made me enjoy my day to day work a lot more.” – Dr Katie Kreutz, Swans Veterinary Service
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Proudly supported by Vet Lab @ The Animal Hospital Murdoch University
Exotics Workshop
Sun 17 Nov | 6.00pm - 8.00pm | Murdoch University
Dr Harry Davis BSC DVM
and Vet Nurses: Amanda Clews & Clare Deamer
Rabbits and Lizards and Birds OH MY! It can be hard to know where to start with exotics. Proper handling techniques allows for thorough examination and assessment. Whether you’re a vet or a vet nurse it’s essential to be able to handle exotics that present to your clinic with confidence. This workshop is your chance to upskill with the experts in the field of exotic pets. Learning safer handling skills in a veterinary clinic setting is sure to set you apart in your practice and enhance your work with these unusual pets!
Workshop Highlights:
Handling exotic pets
The best handling techniques for commonly seen exotic pets. This will include handling for examination, treatments and general positioning for radiographs.
How to monitor a range of exotic pets under anaesthesia
This will include monitoring exotic pets whilst under anaesthesia, covering topics like SPO2 probe placement, when to use a doppler, common reference ranges for commonly seen species HR, NIPB, Temp ETCO2 and the importance of a ventilator.
Common exotics and how to administer first aid
Dr Harry will be discussing the common species you may be seeing at the clinic, initial first aid treatment on common presentations and what to do next.
Veterinary nurses are encouraged to attend
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Proudly supported by The Unusual Pet Vets
Ultrasound Workshop
Sat 16 Nov | 9.00am - 12 noon | Murdoch University
Dr Jane Day BVSc MVS FANZCVS (Radiology)
The AVA is excited to offer a skills-based ultrasound workshop with Dr Jane Day, perfect for beginners. The workshop uses several different gelatin phantoms specifically designed to develop ultrasound ‘driving’ skills that are needed for finding tricky abdominal organs. There will also be a focus on fine needle aspirate, cystocentesis and biopsy techniques, which will be much more extensive than in weekend ultrasound courses. In between the practical sessions there will be short lectures to explain how these new skills can be used in practice.
Workshop Highlights:
- Learn how to use the knobs on the ultrasound machine to get the best image.
- Practice getting a perfectly straight kidney in transverse and long axis.
- Practice how to follow the intestine.
- Learn the correct cystocentesis technique.
- Practice measurement of biparietal diameter using preserved foetuses.
- Fine needle aspirate – learn different techniques that can be used and have the opportunity to work out what works best for you.
- Tru-cut biopsy – practice the technique on preserved livers.
Workshop Full - Wait List available
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Proudly sponsored by Medical Plus
