TimeOnline: Avian Medicine
Centre for Veterinary Education
4 years ago 
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Date: Monday 24th August, 2020 - Sunday 20th September, 2020
Start time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Cost: £243
Avian consults can be difficult and often present as an emergency because owners do not understand normal bird behaviour nor recognise key symptoms that might indicate an important underlying problem.In this course you will review and update your knowledge of --Avian anatomy, physiology and husbandry-Handling and examination techniques and the collection of diagnostic samples-Emergency procedures and housing-Interpreting avian biochemistry and making the most of other in-house pathology-Special requirements of avian radiography-Common problems and syndromesThe course will review when and which medication and/or surgical procedures may be necessary, once a diagnosis has been reached. Avian cases may often seem complex at first glance. This course aims to give you the knowledge and skills to approach them with confidence and give your patients the maximum chance of a successful outcome.
Who is it for?
Veterinarians.
The Speakers
Alex Rosenwax (BVSc MACVSc (Avian Health)) undertook his veterinary studies with the specific aim of working with birds. This desire stems from an early childhood love for and fascination with birds. After graduating from Veterinary Science in 1991, he successfully completed the Membership Exams for the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists in Avian Health in January 1996 and then established an all-bird exotics veterinary service in Sydney. This service is based in Waterloo, Sydney has five vets and sees referrals as well as primary accession cases. Alex is dedicated to providing quality care and treatment for all birds exotics including fish, reptiles and small exotic mammals. He has been author or co-author on over 20 papers on both birds and exotics in peer reviewed journals and conferences.
The Venue
Online
Number of CPD hours this event can be recorded as
10 hours
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