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Investing in continuing professional development is a wise long-term decision for veterinary professionals. By staying up-to-date with the latest advancements and techniques, you can handle complex cases more effectively, and unlock new professional growth opportunities. This commitment to lifelong learning will not only benefit your career but also enhance the quality of care you provide […]

“I want to be the best vet or nurse I can be, and this is why I’ve chosen the programme I am studying.” This may be your motivation. “If I gain this qualification, I will gain certain skills that will allow me to do ‘X’”. This may be your motivation. “Increasing my skills, increasing my […]

Many of us have been conditioned to think that calling in sick is a sign of weakness or lack of dedication. However, this mindset often overlooks the vital role that self-care plays in maintaining both personal well-being and productivity within the veterinary practice.

The Improve Veterinary Education is thrilled to announce the recipient of the 2024 Louise O'Dwyer Scholarship

Veterinary professionals need to constantly renew and update their knowledge, being aware of advances in new products and techniques to complement their training which is vital to stay updated in veterinary medicine.    It is important that all practice staff are involved in CPD. This will improve competitiveness, increase interest and provide a better service for […]

Written by Dr Jacqui Victor BVSc MANZCVS (Medicine of Cats)  Looking to expand your feline medicine skills? A Feline Practice Postgraduate Certificate may be for you! Test your knowledge with this free case study!  An 11-year-old FS DSH presents with a one-week history of intermittent general weakness and inability to jump onto elevated surfaces. She […]

Dr Emma Rogers-Smith BSc(Hons) BA VetMB CertAVP MRCVS  Returning to veterinary practice after maternity leave can be a daunting business. What with leaving your tiny human, the anxiety that comes with not having used your clinical brain for a while, juggling childcare and mum guilt in general, it can feel like a lot. Add breastfeeding […]

Often, it is the role of the veterinary nurse (VN) to perform the initial triage and support when emergency patients arrive, passing the information gained to the veterinary surgeon and implementing the interventions they prescribe as a result. In this article you will find some top tips on how you can best support medical emergencies...

A good veterinary crash kit is pivotal in any emergency situation and every practice should have one. When it comes to effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), having the right drugs and equipment on hand can make the difference between life and death. But it’s not as simple as just stocking a vet crash box. Ensuring the kit is well-organised and providing written aids and suitable staff training will vastly improve the efficiency of your CPR efforts.

Everyone makes mistakes, it’s part of being human. In this article, we’ll look at why mistakes happen, what you should do if you make a mistake, and share some tips to help you and your team feel better after a veterinary error.

Drowning is a rare but often fatal condition that most veterinary professionals will encounter at some point in their career. Evidence regarding animal drowning is sparse and much of what we know is extrapolated from human medical literature.

As one of the most trusted professions, veterinary professionals represent a massive opportunity to induce change, contribute to sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Veterinary professionals, whether a part of small animal, farm, exotic or any other practice, are in a unique position to contribute to sustainability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

Courtney takes us through the steps of finding your niche and seeking a career that allows you to feel fulfilled working with people and animals!

Where do I begin? Vets and nurses are essential members of the veterinary practice teams. So, to be effective in your roles, you must possess a range of key skills that allow you to diagnose and treat illnesses efficiently, communicate effectively with clients, and manage the day-to-day operations of a practice. So how do you […]

It’s easy to think that by studying online you won’t get the full experience of attending a face to face lesson. Although the benefits may be different to an in-person session, gone are the days of enduring watching someone go through a slideshow for hours on end. With technological advancements being made all the time, […]

Finding CPD is easy, but sourcing a suitable option can be the issue. The perfect course must fit in with a schedule as busy as a border collie’s mind, work for a budget as small as a rabbit’s ulna and is only a horse ride’s length away. So where do you start? At the Improve […]