On-Demand |ASAV Webinar | Avoiding the ‘peek and shriek’ surgery – taking a systematic approach to exploratory laparotomies in dogs and cats | Dr Charles Kuntz
10 June, 2026 @ 8:00 pm - 10 June, 2027 @ 9:00 pm AEST
Free - $50.00
This lecture provides a practical approach to abdominal exploration in dogs and cats, with emphasis on presurgical work-up, surgical planning, and achieving adequate exposure for a thorough exploratory procedure. A systematic method of abdominal exploration will be discussed to help avoid missed lesions, along with practical biopsy techniques for abdominal organs and lymph nodes. The lecture will also review placement and management of feeding tubes, including oesophagostomy and gastrostomy tubes, for perioperative nutritional support.
Who should attend
Veterinarians, New Grads, Students and Practice Managers
Further details
Please ensure you are logged into the AVA website before registering.
If you previously registered for the live webinar held on 10 June 2026, please follow the steps below to access the on demand recording on My Learning:
- Browse to https://mylearning.ava.com.au
- Click on the Personal account button
- If you are prompted, log in with your AVA website account*
- When you land on the My Learning Home Page, click on the Record of Learning button. IMPORTANT: the webinar course will appear in approximately 5 minutes. You can refresh your browser during this time to speed up the process a little.
* Don’t have an AVA website account? Click here to create an account and follow the prompts. Following this, your account and the on demand webinar will be available within the next hour. After this time, please return to the steps above.
Our speakers
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- Dr Charles Kuntz
- Biography
Dr Charles Kuntz is a specialist small animal surgeon based in Australia with a focus on surgical oncology, soft tissue, and neurosurgery. He has established multiple veterinary specialty practices and is actively involved in mentoring and surgical education, particularly through digital and video-based platforms. His surgical content is widely accessed by veterinarians and students across Australia and internationally.
He continues to develop comprehensive online learning modules and clinical resources aimed at bridging the gap between advanced surgical techniques and general practice. With a strong interest in innovation, workflow efficiency, and accessible specialist support, Dr Kuntz is committed to improving standards of care and empowering veterinary professionals through practical, high-quality education.
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