This live and interactive session will provide valuable insights and practical tips for handling critical veterinary cases, leveraging Dr. Barfield’s extensive experience in the Emergency Room and ICU at the Royal Veterinary College, London. Dominic will help you develop an instinctive, first principles approach and provide you with some useful rules of thumb as well as giving you an idea of what to expect at our upcoming Paws Under Pressure Emergency Medicine... Details
When: August 21–22, 2024
Where: Online, NSW
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The human-animal bond has undergone significant evolution over the past few decades, a reality that veterinary professionals are particularly attuned to. Owners rely on us to provide the highest level of care throughout their pet’s life and facilitate exceptional end-of-life care when the time comes. Euthanasia, an invaluable tool within our profession, grants us the privilege of alleviating suffering. Despite the undeniable importance of this practice, our natural aversion to grief... Details
When: August 29 – September 4, 2024
Where: Online, NSW
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Develop a logical approach to disease investigation and management of a range of complex dermatological cases, particularly immune-mediated and systemic diseases
When: September 1 – November 30, 2024
Where: Online, NSW
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This course is designed to give participants a more advanced understanding of small animal echocardiography. Major topics include in-depth cardiac anatomy and physiology, techniques for achieving high-quality results, case presentations of important diseases and handson scanning of normal dogs. Skills taught in these hands-on sessions include pulse wave Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, colour flow Doppler, special measurements and calculations and applying the Bernoulli equation to... Details
When: October 20, 2024
Where: The University of Sydney, NSW
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This course aims to give general practitioners the tools to confidently formulate a diagnostic when presented with an anaemic dog or cat.
When: March 22, 2021
Where: Online, NSW
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The primary goal for veterinarians is to ensure anaesthesia is as safe as possible for their patients. Systematic preparation for anaesthesia can significantly reduce unexpected and often severe complications, thereby enhancing safety. This involves meticulous planning across all four phases of anaesthesia: pre-induction, induction, maintenance, and recovery. Veterinarians must apply their knowledge and skills effectively to make informed decisions and prepare appropriately for each... Details
When: February 1 – April 28, 2025
Where: Online, NSW
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In this course participants will gain understanding of the unique aspects of anaesthesia in domestic species presented in large animal veterinary practice. They will apply their fundamental knowledge and skills in anaesthesia to devise anaesthetic protocols by taking into consideration the risks associated with anaesthesia and the unique responses to anaesthesia, and to be able to respond to common peri-anaesthetic complications. The majority of the course is dedicated to equine... Details
When: August 26 – October 6, 2024
Where: Online, NSW
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In this course participants will gain understanding of the peculiarities associated with anaesthesia in species that may be relatively less commonly presented in general veterinary practice but may require anaesthesia to facilitate handling, and diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The species we will focus on are rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, birds and reptiles. Participants will apply their fundamental knowledge and skills in anaesthesia to devise anaesthetic protocols by taking ... Details
When: October 21 – December 1, 2024
Where: Online, NSW
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Unlock a comprehensive understanding of the dark intersection between human aggression and animal maltreatment. Renowned forensic entomologist Jason H. Byrd and forensic biologist Susan Underkoffler guide you through the labyrinth of history, the intricacies of legal proceedings, and the societal and familial impacts of these crimes. Delivered in partnership with The University of Florida, this course is an essential exploration of the resources available and methods for veterinary... Details
When: September 16 – November 10, 2024
Where: Online, NSW
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Delivered in partnership with The University of Florida, and expertly guided by renowned forensic entomologist Jason H. Byrd and forensic biologist Susan Underkoffler, this illuminating course is tailored to introduce you to the critical aspects of non-accidental injury in animals – a subject demanding attention and expertise. Whether you're a veterinarian, a veterinary nurse, an animal welfare officer, or someone passionate about animal rights, this course will equip you with the... Details
When: July 15 – September 8, 2024
Where: Online, NSW
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Are you looking to elevate your confidence and skills in avian veterinary care? Avian consultations can present unique challenges, often arriving as emergencies due to a lack of owner awareness about normal bird behavior and symptom recognition. Under the expert guidance of Alex Rosenwax, this course demystifies avian care, offering deep insights into bird husbandry, common illnesses, diagnostic techniques, and effective treatment options. Through Alex's expertise, you'll learn to... Details
When: August 5 – September 1, 2024
Where: Online, NSW
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Many veterinarians, when confronted with an avian patient, feel out of their depth and uncomfortable – perhaps feeling that their level of knowledge about these unique patients somehow makes them unqualified to approach them with confidence. This course aims to not only provide veterinary staff with the information they need to work up an avian patient, but also to help them realise that it is simply an extension of the principles they have already been taught (and use every day) in... Details
When: July 4, 2024
Where: Online, NSW
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This small group workshop is designed to give you a basic understanding of small animal (dog and cat) echocardiography. Major topics will include ultrasound principles, normal cardiac anatomy and physiology. Also included will be techniques for achieving quality 2D and M-mode images and results, case presentations of important diseases and emergency cases, as well as plenty of opportunity for hands-on scanning of normal dogs. Individual coaching of how to obtain 2D and M-mode... Details
When: October 12, 2024
Where: The University of Sydney, NSW
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This small group workshop is designed to give you a basic understanding of small animal (dog and cat) echocardiography. Major topics will include ultrasound principles, normal cardiac anatomy and physiology. Also included will be techniques for achieving quality 2D and M-mode images and results, case presentations of important diseases and emergency cases, as well as plenty of opportunity for hands-on scanning of normal dogs. Individual coaching of how to obtain 2D and M-mode... Details
When: October 13, 2024
Where: The University of Sydney, NSW
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Value-add to your services by using evidence-based approaches to cattle medicine and production problems that increase your client’s bottom line.
When: February 1 – November 30, 2025
Where: Online, NSW
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