Dr Nicki Grint BVSc PhD DVA DipECVAA MRCVSRCVS and European Specialist in Veterinary Anaesthesia Background Max was an 8-week-old cross bred puppy, weighing in at only 2.68kg when he was referred to the specialist centre where our anaesthesia consultant, Dr Nicki Grint was … [Read more...] about Anaesthetising an 8-week old puppy… making an anaesthetic plan.
Working with a veterinary specialist virtually – the dawn of ‘virtual referral’
You have heard about Virtual Veterinary Specialists (VVS) and their live-guided veterinary work-ups. But what does this virtual referral look like? How would it work in my practice? Read on to find out more… It is another busy morning of consults. You are fully booked and the last vomiting and … [Read more...] about Working with a veterinary specialist virtually – the dawn of ‘virtual referral’
Fit, faint or falling over?
Dr Pedro Oliveira DVM, MRCVS, Diplomate ECVIM-CA (Cardiology)VVS Cardiology Specialist Syncope or seizure? The distinction between a seizure, a syncopal episode or simply falling over may be quite challenging. The distress of witnessing such an episode may also influence the ability of … [Read more...] about Fit, faint or falling over?
Kwazi – a complex kitty!
Dr Ruth Clark BVSc MRCVSVVS Commercial Manager In this cautionary tale, we are reminded that the most exciting findings aren’t always the most relevant to the case and of the value of having an experienced ultrasonographer on hand to assist! Kwazi, a 13yr old MN DSH was brought to his … [Read more...] about Kwazi – a complex kitty!
Ophthalmology case study: the squinty cat
Dr Lydia Morgan BVM BVS BVMedSci MRCVSVVS Commercial Manager Dr Debra Agapito DVM DipACVO, MRCVS part of the VVS Ophthalmology Specialist team, was called by one of our VVS member practices to assess Dumble, a 1 year-old female neutered DSH. Dumble had been with her new owners for 8 … [Read more...] about Ophthalmology case study: the squinty cat
Dermatology case study: Otto’s issues!
Dr Ruth Clark BVSc MRCVSVVS Commercial Manager Veterinary surgeon Pascal Hoberg, from Wylie Veterinary Centre, called VVS to ask specialist Andrea Volk (European Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology) for advice regarding a difficult dermatology case he was dealing with. Otto, a 2 year old … [Read more...] about Dermatology case study: Otto’s issues!
Rabbit otitis externa case study
Dr Daniel Calvo Carrasco LV CertAVP (ZM) DipECZM (Avian) MRCVS RCVS Recognised Advanced Practitioner in Zoological Medicine EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Avian Medicine and Surgery Lily, a 2-year-old, neutered, female, fully vaccinated, lop-eared rabbit is presented for a … [Read more...] about Rabbit otitis externa case study
What’s your diagnosis? test your knowledge with this neurology quiz
Dr Simona Radaelli DVM PhD DipECVN MRCVSRCVS and European Specialist in Veterinary Neurology “Daisy” is a 10 yr FN Collie cross. She presented with sudden onset neurological signs. Her owner reports that she has been drooling a lot this morning. She didn’t want any breakfast today. Work … [Read more...] about What’s your diagnosis? test your knowledge with this neurology quiz