Australian Veterinary Association VIC Division

VIC Peninsula Branch members - join us on Thursday 14 March for a cardiology seminar at the Mornington Golf Club.

Dr Mark Rishniw and Dr Richard Woolley will look at how to better diagnose or suspect CHF in dogs using simple diagnostic information. They'll also look at how to better classify dogs with MMVD and the limitations of the current ACVIM Consensus Statement.

Registration: https://www.ava.com.au/education-events/education-and-events-search/event-detail/?eid=EV001693

Join us for our first AVA conference for the year.

Come to Darwin for the ACV & NT conference, its avid wildlife, lush national parks, and our unique Top End social program.

There are flexible registration options available. Find out more http://ow.ly/ujT250MK4Jb

AVA Awards - nominations close Friday, 3 February!

The AVA Awards are Australia’s most prestigious veterinary awards. Each year, we recognise AVA members or other professionals by presenting awards to those who have contributed significantly to veterinary profession in Australia and internationally.

Join us for the AVA Awards ceremony at the Gala Dinner at the AVA Annual Conference.

Find out more here https://www.ava.com.au/ava-awards/

Do you know someone who is an outstanding veterinary professional? Nominate them for this year’s AVA Awards! The deadline is 3rd February 2023.

Find out more http://ow.ly/akpf50MmcUP

Find out more about some of the work done by the Veterinary and Public Affairs team in 2022

We sincerely thank all the Policy Councillors and members who have contributed to this work – we couldn’t do it without you!

AVA policy advisory council – end-of-year update
http://ow.ly/yZm750Mb5uk

Australia’s veterinary accreditation for general practitioners offering a well-rounded program for a satisfying, sustainable veterinary career.

• Be recognised as an accredited veterinary practitioner with post nominals.
• Up to 420 CPD points.
• Can be completed in 2-4 years.
• Flexible online self-paced learning complemented with structured interactive sessions.
• Integrated with other CPD and/or post graduate studies and ANZCVS membership.
• Great opportunity to build your network.

Take the next step in your career, strengthening both your clinical and non-clinical capabilities alongside a network of like-minded veterinary professionals. Expand your horizons.

Find out more here http://ow.ly/OuZe50LJbua

Read the latest news article about AVA CVP http://ow.ly/7gH250LJbu9

"Thank you to the team that worked so hard to convene this year's WA Division Conference - it was a brilliant weekend. Such an amazing opportunity for so many colleagues and friends to catch up."
WA Division President
Garnett Hall

Emergency Animal Disease Veterinary Summit
Tuesday 29 Nov – Thursday 1 Dec 2022 | Canberra, ACT

Now more than ever, it is vital for veterinarians to have up-to-date knowledge about Emergency Animal Disease (EAD).

With the recent introduction of Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) and Erhlichia canis into Australia, as well as the threat of lumpy skin disease (L*D) and foot-and-mouth-disease (FMD) on our doorstep, having EAD preparedness is imperative.

Please read our latest article about EAD http://ow.ly/PPpY50LvEF1
Listen to Campbell Costello talk about the AVA’s upcoming conference. http://ow.ly/yphK50LvEF9

Check out Dr. Mark Schipp’s article on raising awareness of antimicrobial resistance on the AVA member updates page.

Australian veterinarians are adept at following good antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) practices. As we recognise World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2022, I wanted to thank you for doing your part to prevent antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and showcase some useful educational resources while highlighting the One Health importance of antimicrobial stewardship.

Veterinarians have a vital role to play in limiting the spread of AMR and educating the animal-owning community about the responsible use of antimicrobials.

As the first point of contact for animal health expertise, veterinarians are influential AMR advocates, so remember:

• to pause and consider the need for each antimicrobial prescription,
• take the opportunity to talk to clients about antimicrobial use, and
• apply best practice biosecurity measures, including implementing AMS plans.

Find out more - http://ow.ly/jQVs50Lqkri

Review of Veterinary Education in Australasia – submission deadline extension

Veterinary Schools of Australia and New Zealand (VSANZ) has commissioned an independent expert review of the veterinary science education capability of Australia and New Zealand.

VSANZ comprises the eight veterinary schools of Australia and New Zealand, which work together to advance veterinary education and research in the region.

The new extended deadline for submissions to the review is now the close of business Friday, 18 November 2022 and should be emailed to [email protected].

For more information or to download the Review Terms of Reference and Discussion Paper please visit the VSANZ website at http://ow.ly/IfiO50LpeK3.