Practical Surgical Refresher Fast-Track (2 day course)

This streamlined version of our 3-day Surgical Refresher course is ideal for vets at the start of their surgical journey or those looking for an update in core procedures.

Focusing on surgeries commonly encountered in first opinion practice, you’ll cover a broad range of abdominal and soft tissue techniques. Comprehensive online pre-learning videos are provided in advance to reinforce key surgical principles, helping you get the most out of the practical sessions.

Whether you're looking to boost your confidence or transition into a new role, this course offers a solid and supportive foundation in surgery.

Topics to be covered include:

• Abdominal access, anatomy and closure techniques
• Gastrotomy, enterotomy, enterectomy and intestinal biopsies
• Splenectomy and liver biopsies
• Gastropexy
• Oesophagostomy tube placement
• Location of retained testicles/ovarian pedicle
• Mass removal, local skin flaps, walking sutures and drain placement
• Peripheral lymph node resection and unilateral mastectomy