This unique Veterinary Surgical Academy’s course covers the theory and clinical use of energy devices in veterinary surgery.  It is a practical hands-on one-day workshop covering three main areas of energy use in surgery; monopolar and bipolar electrosurgery, tissue-sealing advanced bipolar electrosurgery and ultrasonic (harmonic) technologies.  During the workshop the techniques and technologies will be explained and demonstrated before each delegate is able to use each device in a safe and controlled environment.  Emphasis will be placed on the safe and reliable use of each device.

 The course is generously supported by Johnson & Johnson Animal Health and Veterinary Instrumentation.

This two day course will provide a sensible, pragmatic and practical approach to the more common surgical emergencies seen in general and OOH practice. Day 1 is highly practical to facilitate enough time for several intrabdominal surgical procedures. Day 2 will reflect on the perioperative presentation and management of haemabdomen and gastric dilation volvulus followed by upper airway obstructive conditions and there will be opportunity to place a tracheostomy tube placement, chest drains and jugular lines.  

This two-day course will review the principles of oncological surgery with an engaging combination of seminars and practical procedures. Day 1 will introduce the language of oncological surgery and consider the appropriate application of surgery depending on tumour type, location and animal / owner factors. Biopsy and surgical treatment of common abdominal visceral masses will be practiced. Day 2 will focus on reconstruction following excision of superficial masses, considering the core principles of skin flap procedures to maximise the chance of a successful outcome, with the inclusion of challenging locations on the head and distal limb. Techniques to simplify reconstruction and reduce complications following surgery will be emphasised and there will be the opportunity to practice more complex reconstructive procedures to help in these awkward locations.