This course involves teaching the basics of common eyelid surgery, from pre-op assessment to good surgical techniques. Highly practical in nature, the interactive wetlab will give the opportunity to perfect the skills learned.

Speaker: Natasha Mitchell MVB DVOphthal MRCVS

What previous delegates have said about this course:

"Another useful + well delivered course at Duggan Veterinary. The facilities + service are excellent. A great speaker + wonderful, helpful staff." 

This course is aimed at veterinary practitioners who have completed our Dentistry I course and who are confident with open and closed extraction techniques.  

Focusing on feline dentistry and common pathologies and their treatment, participants will spend time practicing the more challenging extractions such as mandibular canine and extraction of the distal root of the 1st mandibular molar. Participants will practice local anaesthetic techniques and learn how to perform crown amputations or intentional root retention. Additionally, participants will learn how to apply bonded sealants and how to treat uncomplicated fractures without periapical lesions with an unfilled resin. 

Speaker: Nora Schwitzer Dipl. Tier., PhD, GPCert(SADen&OS), MRCVS

What previous delegates have said about this course:

"Amazing cpd couldn’t recommend Nora highly enough, she is a fantastic teacher!"

1. Urinary Tract Obstruction
2. Splenectomy
3. Gastrointestinal Surgery

Speaker: Laura Cuddy MVB MS DACVS-SA DECVS DACVSMR DECVSMR MRCVS

What previous delegates have said about this course: 

"One of the best hands-on professional development courses I've ever attended. Laura is really good at explaining how to do the surgeries and really supportive during the practical part!" 

VCI Approved for 9.5 CVE Credits 

BOAS is a complex, congenital multi-level airway disorder that has a massive impact on animal welfare. Due to the popularity of brachycephalic breeds, we have witnessed an explosion in their ownership, an increased prevalence of the condition and patients presented earlier and with more severe manifestations of the condition.

Speaker: Aidan McAlinden MVB MSc Cert SAS DipECVS MRCVS 

What our previous delegates said about this course:

"My CPD experience at Duggan was excellent. Extremely friendly staff, well organised, ample food/ drinks/ refreshments. Great course content and guided cadaver practicals. Everything you want from a surgical CPD day, would highly recommend."

Introducing the comprehensive course covering the treatment and care of the Brachycephalic patient. This course will be a must for any practice currently carrying out BOAS surgery and to ensure competent and confident Veterinary nurses in the preparation, monitoring and recovery of these patients. 

Speaker: Amy Philips Wood BScVN RVN  PgCert Vet Anaesthesia and Analgesia  

An Introduction to Small Animal Ultrasound is aimed at those with limited experience in diagnostic ultrasound. During this highly practical course you will be guided to achieve a good level of proficiency in the practical scanning of the normal abdominal organs and you will receive hands-on experience of scanning the liver and spleen, gastrointestinal tract, urinary and reproductive tract. 

Speaker: Rosie Ellis 

Sponsored by Mindray

What our previous delegates have said about this course:

"Fantastic day, very interactive and enjoyable to learn". 

This course has been created by veterinary nurses to offer the best of education and support available to Veterinary nurses in Ireland. Our blended course includes both online and onsite components with the face-to-face modules taking place in Duggan Veterinary Supplies Thurles Co. Tipperary. 

Here the nurses will gain valuable hands-on practical learning from experienced and highly skilled speakers.

Places are limited so please contact us if you would like to book onto this course. 

** Course fees include 1 years membership to the IVNA ** 

Learn at your own pace, wherever you are, with our Feline Practice Online Learning Programme

Our Feline Practice Online Learning Programme has been developed to enable all veterinary surgeons access to our world-class teaching materials. By studying part-time, at your own pace, this programme allows you to effectively manage your work-life balance while taking essential knowledge back to practice immediately.

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification the General Practitioner Certificate awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start Date: Feburary 2024, September 

Pricing

Starting at: €7349

Approved for 19 CVE points by the VCI 

Pablo E. Otero is a professor of Anaesthesiology and head of the Anaesthesia and Analgesia Department at the Faculty of Veterinary Science of the University of Buenos Aires. He received his DVM and PhD in Veterinary Science from University of Buenos Aires and an additional PhD in Anaesthesiology from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain. He is a certificated Veterinary Professor in Higher Education from the University of Buenos Aires. He is currently the President of the Argentinian Association of Anaesthesia and Analgesia (AAAVRA) and he is the former president of the Latin American Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (LAVECCS). He has contributed to the growth of his area through the publication of numerous original peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts and 4 Anaesthesia and Pain Management textbooks.

We are excited to bring this calibre of speaker and course to Ireland this year over 2 days in August. Please book now to avoid disappointment or contact Cpd@dugganvet.ie for more information.

Speaker: Professor Pablo Otero DVM, PhD. Profesor a Cargo de la Cátedra de Anestesiología. 

An Introduction to Orthopaedics will cover fracture biology: fracture healing, fracture assessment and fracture planning. Intramedullary pinning and cerclage wire application. Screws and bone plates. Strategies to accelerate fracture healing. Postoperative management and complications.

Speakers: Shane Guerin MVB MACVSC Cert SAO DVCSC DIPL ECVS MRCVS & James Dunne MVB Cert SAS MRCVS

What our previous delegates have said about this course:

"Brilliant introduction to basic orthopaedics. Exactly what I needed to know in a form that allowed me learn and enjoy."

Our graduate programme is open to new and recently graduated vets across the entire island of
Ireland. The year long Program will cover 6 modules covering all the basic needs of a veterinary
surgeon dealing with small animals. The modules will include both theory and hands on practical
learning, which is essential for new grads to learn and progress in their careers.

After completing the programme, you will be competent in numerous areas such as diagnostics,
small animal surgery, effective consults, ultrasound scanning and dentistry. Modules are
delivered in 5 single day modules and one 2-day module (dentistry). Each day you will meet the
same group of colleagues allowing you to build and connect with similar minded people. You can
share experience, support one another and rally behind one another.

An additional bonus included in this programme is an induction night prior to the first session.
This will allow all delegate to meet, get to know another and settle into the programme prior to
the first day of learning. A certificate will be issued upon completion of the programme to certify
your skills and competency gained over the year. And finally, a FREE yearlong membership to
VICAS. This membership to the value of €300 is included in the course cost.