The RCVS has launched a new digital learning platform, with free-to-access interactive CPD-qualifying courses for veterinary professionals. Called the RCVS Academy, the new platform offers training in the following areas: Leadership and coaching Working in the UK Ownership and consent Resolving complaints CPD recording and reflecting The College says the content has been developed in … Read more
The thought I had already experienced the worst internet abuse – until I posted online about my dog, Hank. I had been wondering if I should take him to the vet, after finding some scary-looking lumps on his chest. When I got Hank, I thought I was vigorously prepared. I had done all the research, … Read more
Ask any veterinary practice manager or receptionist “What’s the one thing that would free up more time for you to focus on doing what you love?” and in many cases they would answer: “Fewer telephone calls”. Since a significant number of those calls are from pet owners wanting to book, amend or cancel appointments, why … Read more
9The BVA is calling on vet teams to protect colleagues from abusive clients as new figures show one in two vets is subjected to online abuse. The body has launched a campaign called “Respect your vet team – end abuse” to support vets and veterinary workplaces experiencing abuse, either in person or online from animal … Read more
Cats Protection’s annual Cat Behavior Conference is being held online through The Webinar Vet on 2 September. The conference is dedicated to cat behavior, and organizers said it is ideal for veterinary professionals, those working in the animal welfare sector and those caring for cats. Behavior issues The theme of the third annual conference is … Read more
A day-long conference staged by 21 specialists has raised more than £ 33,000 for charities in war-torn Ukraine. The Federation of European Companion Animal Veterinary Associations (FECAVA) ran the event from 9am to 9pm on 9 April with The Webinar Vet, with 19 sessions presented live and 2 pre-recorded. Five moderators oversaw proceedings. Delegates were … Read more
For the next month, I want to move away from the clinical and medical aspects, and focus on some other demands and challenges part of everyday veterinary life. So, over the next four weeks, I will look at the main considerations when planning social media campaigns for your veterinary practice. As a director of a … Read more
The third in a series of RCVS Knowledge educational resources has been launched. Covering benchmarking, and how it can be used to help improve clinical outcomes and quality of care, the QI Boxset is described as a CPD multimedia toolbox that includes “bite-sized content designed with the busy team in mind”. RCVS Knowledge hosts vetAUDIT, … Read more
Improve International has launched an online version of its face-to-face Medical Nursing program. The new course can lead to a Nurse Certificate (NCert), Veterinary Technician (VTCert) or Veterinary Paraprofessional Certificate (VPPCert) from the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS). The program will start in July 2022 and comprises eight modules covering key topics in … Read more
Vet-AI, the company behind the online veterinary consultation app, Joii, has announced a partnership with Markerstudy Broking, through which Asda Money pet insurance customers will get access to veterinary care via the app. Policyholders will get unlimited access to Joii Pet Care’s video consultations with UK veterinary surgeons, which usually cost £ 24 per call. … Read more