VetPrac | Perineal & Urogenital Workshop
August 15 @ 7:30 am - August 16 @ 3:30 pm AEST
Perineal and urogenital surgery might sound niche, but the truth is you already see these cases in everyday practice. This workshop gives you the chance to develop your skills, practice under expert guidance, and gain hands-on experience in a supportive, clinical environment. Across two days, you’ll tackle a range of procedures with specialist surgeons and our top-notch workshop team by your side.
AVA members can also apply the discount code (below) to enjoy a 10% discount (first 8 redemptions, only). Register today: https://vetprac.com.au/workshop/perinealandurogenital/
Who should attend
Veterinarians
Learning outcomes
What you’ll learn & perform:
- Open and closed anal sacculectomy – for chronic or repeat cases
- Perineal hernia repair with internal obturator flap
- Feline perineal & canine prescrotal urethrostomy
- Cystotomy and nephrectomy – build confidence with soft tissue cases
- Excisional biopsy of inguinal lymph nodes
- Inguinal flap repair techniques – advancement & flank-fold
- Surgical decision-making & planning – how to choose the right approach
- Advanced tissue handling & suturing – refine your precision & efficiency
This workshop gives you the opportunity, guidance, and hands-on practice to take your surgical skills further, but what you take away and how you apply it back in practice is completely up to you.
Further details
Tailored Learning, Practical Outcomes:
- Two Full Days of Training with over 8.5 Hours of Practical Lab Time
- All Materials & Equipment Provided
- A printed practical handbook & digital notes to review on your own time
- Lunch, Morning Tea & Afternoon Tea
Learn From Leading Experts:
Dr James Simcock (BVSc(Hons), MANZCVS (Internal Medicine), DACVS-SA, DECVS)
In 2013 James became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons and a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons. James is registered as a specialist in small animal surgery in Victoria. He is also an internship director and surgical residency advisor for the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. He is actively involved in teaching students and veterinarians and is an instructor and lecturer in veterinary postgraduate education courses in surgery. James is a co-director and owner of Southpaws.
Dr. Sue Gibbons (BVSc, MANZCVS, FANZCVS)
Sue obtained her Fellowship in Small Animal Surgery in 2006, and is a registered specialist in Australia. Since 2007, she has operated a mobile specialist orthopaedic service in Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
In addition to clinical work, Sue has lectured, tutored, mentored and examined both undergraduate and postgraduate veterinarians, and is a regular contributor to continuing professional development courses in Australia. Her areas of interest include orthopaedics and arthroscopy.
Dr. Cameron Broome (BVSc DVCS PGCAP FANZCVS(Small Animal Surgery))
Cameron is a Fellow of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists in Small Animal Surgery. He graduated from the University of Queensland in 1993, then completed a surgical internship at Queensland Veterinary Specialists before he undertook a surgical residency at Massey University in New Zealand. Since then, he has worked in a number of private practices and universities in Australia and overseas, including three years as Head of Surgery at the University of Glasgow.
Cameron has a keen interest in veterinary education and has been published on a range of topics. He is motivated by all aspects of surgery, but has a particular interest in minimally invasive surgery and efforts to control the impact of surgery on patients.
Dr. Tristram Bennett (BVSC (distinction), MANZCVS (surgery), DACVS-SA, DECVS, ACVS Fellow in Surgical Oncology)
Dr Tristram Bennett is a specialist surgeon and surgical oncologist at the Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) in Sydney. He graduated from Massey University (NZ) in 2010 and spent several years in general practice before completing a surgical residency at Brisbane Veterinary Specialist Centre and a Surgical Oncology Fellowship at Colorado State University.
Tristram joined the SASH surgical team in 2017 and has a strong interest in soft tissue and oncologic surgery. He is passionate about providing advanced surgical care and improving outcomes for pets with complex conditions.
CPD Points
Vets: 22.5 Points (NSW) | 13.5 Points (All Other States)
EXCLUSIVE OFFER FOR AVA MEMBERS:
As an AVA member, you’ll receive 10% off the registration cost with the discount code: P&UAVA (Maximum 8 redemptions per workshop)
