
Flexi ECPD - Canine Ophthalmology
Excel CPD - Vet Nurse CPD


Duration: 8 hour(s)
Cost: £155
This flexi CPD course provides the veterinary nurse with an introduction to canine ophthalmic conditions. The course discusses the clinical ophthalmic exam, disease processes, diagnostics, treatments and nursing considerations. By the end of the final module, you will have the tools to assess and support patients with diagnosed ophthalmic conditions and provide long-term nursing care to visual impaired dogs.
Module 1: Ocular Anatomy and Examination
Ocular anatomy recap
Ophthalmic examination
Diagnostic methods
The role of the veterinary nurse in ophthalmic cases
Module 2: Conditions associated with the Front of the Eye and the Sclera
Conditions associated with the accessory structures/eyelids
Brachycephalic ocular syndrome
Conjunctival conditions
Corneal conditions
Module 3: Conditions associated with the Centre of the Eye and the Uveal Tract
Conditions associated with the pupil and uvea
Cataracts and lens luxation
Glaucoma
Module 4: Conditions associated with the Back of the Eye and the Retina
Conditions associated with the fundus
Progressive retinal atrophy
Long-term nursing care of visually impaired dogs
Veterinary nurse specific interventions and roles within ophthalmic cases
Tutor: Amber Foote
Date: On demand, unlimited lifetime access
Cost: £155 +vat
Length: 4 modules
CPD: 8 hours
Level: Introduction / Intermediate
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Who is it for?
Veterinary Nurses
The Speakers
Amber Foote CertAVN (Teaching, Coaching & Mentoring), BSc(Hons), RVN, C-SQP<br /> <br /> <br /> Amber studied for three years with Myerscough College where she graduated with FdSc in Veterinary Nursing, qualifying as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) in 2017. Amber worked in mixed and general practices before moving into ophthalmic referral, where she was appointed lead veterinary nurse. She continued her studies whilst working as lead ophthalmic RVN, for her BSc (Hons) in Veterinary Nursing. Amber moved into veterinary nurse lecturing whilst studying her Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Nursing in the Teaching, Coaching and Mentoring Pathway, which she achieved in 2023. Currently she is practising as an Animal Care Lecturer. She is particularly interested in wildlife, ophthalmic and medical nursing.
Number of CPD hours this event can be recorded as
8 hours
Registration and Booking
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