New Cytology CPD Module Launched By Dechra Veterinary Products

Veterinary professionals can now access a new two hour CPD session on skin and ear cytology as part of the new Dechra Veterinary Products' It's Time to Change campaign. The online module from Dechra was launched at WSAVA Congress in Birmingham to coincide with a campaign focused on otitis, with the provision of a range of practice and client support materials. Created in conjunction with Peter Forsythe BVM&S DVD MRCVS RVCS Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology, the session is available at The Dechra Academy, which provides a 24/7 online learning resource for vets and vet nurses. Senior Brand Manager at Dechra Veterinary Products, Larry King, said: “Cytology is a key to diagnosing otitis externa, a common condition seen by vets and nurses but one which can be challenging to manage. “Carrying out cytology will assist them in deciding on the appropriate approach to control the infection. Our online CPD module, presented through a series of videos, will explain cytology step by step from initial presentation to organism identification.” Peter Forsythe added: “It is difficult to practice good dermatology without doing cytology, which is inexpensive, quite quick to do and is a great aid in the diagnosis of skin disease. These videos cover the investigation of pyoderma, Malassezia and otitis externa, but actually this is just the tip of the iceberg and the same techniques can be used for investigation of a range of other inflammatory skin diseases.” The free of charge CPD, available at www.dechra.co.uk/academy, offers many downloadable resources and includes a short quiz to support the module. Veterinary professionals will be provided with a certificate upon completion. Dermatology is one of Dechra's core areas of expertise and the It's Time to Change campaign will add to Dechra Veterinary Products' commitment to supporting vets and vet nurses.

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