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We are dedicated to developingcareers, improving practiceperformance and drivingveterinary education forwards.Progress through learning.

Improve works with veterinary professionals who seek leading-edge training through a lifelong training partnership. Through the application of learnt techniques you will become more productive in practice – taking on more complex cases with confidence. This prospectus outlines our modular postgraduate programmes leading to higher qualifications.

European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies

General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert)

The standard of the GPCert is consistent across Europe and therefore anyone gaining an ESVPS Certificate, regardless of what country they have taken the exam, will have achieved a set standard which is recognised across many European countries. On successful completion of the GPCert the individual will not only have gained valuable additional skills, but also the confidence and competence to use these skills and knowledge to enhance the value of their practice.

The European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ESVPS) is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2003 by a group of like-minded veterinarians. The General Practitioner Certificates have been designed to meet the needs of busy veterinary practitioners wanting to a gain a post-graduate qualification but without having to take excessive time out of their working life.

ESVPS is run by a board of three directors as well as an Examination board and an Accreditation Committee. The Examination Board comprises a Chairman and 65 examiners who are responsible for setting the examinations and evaluating all course work. All examiners are Europe based and are Diploma holders, or the equivalent, in their specialist areas.

The modular education programs of Improve International will provide access to courses run by high skilled professionals which will work as a basis in order to obtaining the GPCert. The candidates will have to complete the complementary exercises to the course and that they do an additional study

in their spare time. By achieving successfully the certificate, the student will not only acquire valuable additional skills but also get the confidence and capability of applying these knowledge’s in his professional life, increasing the value and quality of the service performed at his clinic.

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Progress through learning.Our various modular programmes offer you a wide range of topics, enabling you to improve your skills and knowledge and even gain a post-graduate certificate. We appoint both European and American specialist speakers with recognised expertise in the learning area, who convey the most up to date theoretical and practical knowledge to participants.

Our post-graduate courses have a duration of one to two years and are divided into theoretical, practical and online modules, which are scheduled in order to fit in with professional life. After registering, all delegates receive access to an e-learning area, through which the learning material will be provided before each module.The course modules include three fundamental phases: 1. Pre-module preparation; 2. Learning during the module; 3. Post-module study.Answering pre and post module multiple choice questions (MCQs) is very important for each student, in order to assess his/her own strengths

and weaknesses and so define his/her own learning objectives for each module. In addition to this, the data will be used by the speakers to adapt the contents of each module to the specific needs of each group.After finishing the course, participants will receive an attendance certificate.The General Practitioner Certificate courses are accredited by the European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ESVPS), and delegates can register with ESVPS to complete the General Practitioner Certificate award.

Independent studycomprehensive study of the notes and the ESVPS suggested reading

Clinic casewriting a clinic case (2500 words maximum) according to the ESVPS guidelines

GPCert examexam with multiple choice questions

• Throughout the course, the delegate should study the notes in detail and consult the reading references recommended by ESVPS and the speakers.

• To obtain the GPCert, the candidate is required to complete the taught modular programme, submit 1 x 2,500 word case report and sit a final examination comprising multiple choice questions.

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• Webinars are online sessions with the duration of one hour.

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GPCert Cardiology1 year program

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GPCert in Small Animal SurgeryThe two year modular programme is delivered over 22 sessions. The programme has been designed to enable you to: develop new enthusiasm and confidence in your surgical capabilities; provide an enhanced service to your clients and patients; generate increased revenue in your practice; meet like-minded colleagues and develop lifelong friendships; meet and learn from world-class teachers and gain the GPCert (SAS), a recognised European Postgraduate Certificate qualification, in two years.

Year 1: SOFT TISSUE SURGERY

Module 01 Anaesthesia considerations 25-07-2015 Describe the advantages and disadvantages of different methods of patient monitoring. Assess and treat fluid and electrolyte disorders. Develop protocols for anaesthesia in the normal and compromised patient. Apply CPR and critical care therapeutics.

Module 02 Surgical oncology and reconstructive surgery 26-07-2015 Principles of oncologic surgery. Surgery for skin tumours, oral tumours, gastrointestinal tumours, urogenital tumours and chest wall tumours. Feline specific tumours. Principles of wound healing - primary and delayed closure, secondary healing. Principles of reconstructive surgery - skin flaps and grafts. Principles and uses of surgical drains. The use of antibiotics.

Module 03 Surgery of the upper airways. Laryngeal and tracheal surgery 05-09-2015The nose – neoplasia, autoimmune disease. The nasal sinuses. Brachycephalic airway disease. Laryngeal diseases – paralysis, collapse, trauma, stenosis, neoplasia. Tracheal surgery – tracheotomy, tracheostomy, collapse, resection/anastomosis, trauma, foreign bodies, neoplasia.

Module 04 Oral and pharyngeal surgery. The ear 06-09-2015 Surgery of the lips and cheeks, tongue and hard palate. Maxilla/mandible – maxillectomy and mandibulectomy. Pharyngeal surgery. Tonsillar surgery. The ear – lateral wall resection, vertical canal ablation, total canal ablation/lateral bulla osteotomy, ventral bulla osteotomy, haematomas.

Module 05 (Practical) at Université de Liège, LiègeHead and neck surgery 21-11-2015 Total ear canal ablation (TECA) - Suture materials and special instruments, post-op care and assessment, complications. Ventral bulla osteotomy - Suture materials and special instruments, post-op care and assessment, complications. Thyroid surgery – Thyroidectomy in the dog, thyroidectomy in the cat demonstration. Unilateral arytenoid lateralisation - Pre-op management, anaesthesia, surgical anatomy, surgical technique, post-op care and assessment.

Module 06 (Practical) at Université de Liège, Liège Reconstructive surgery 22-11-2015 Wound closure - Tension relief, prevention of ‘dog ears’, relaxing incisions. Pedicle flaps - Advancement flaps, rotational flaps, transposition flaps. Muscle and omental flaps - External abdominal oblique muscle flap, omental transposition. Skin grafts – Full thickness skin grafts and stamp grafts.

Practical sessions: Delegates will be organised in groups of 2 per surgical table and a maximum of 12 delegates per tutor.

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Module 07 Gastrointestinal surgery I30-01-2016 Salivary gland diseases – mucocoeles, trauma, hypersialism, neoplasia. Oesophageal foreign bodies, trauma. Strictures, diverticulum, neoplasia. The stomach – hiatal hernias, gastric foreign bodies, dilatation/volvulus, gastric outflow disease, gastric neoplasia.

Module 08Gastrointestinal surgery II 31-01-2016 Intestinal surgery – serosal and omental patching, obstructions and foreign bodies, neoplasia. Megacoln, rectal prolapse and stricture. The anus and perianal area – atresia ani, anal sac disease, anal furunculosis. Liver, spleen and pancreas surgery.

Module 09Urinary and reproductive tract surgery 12-03-2016 Understand the anatomy of the urinary tract. Discuss the surgical options for obstructive diseases of the urinary tract – ureters, bladder and urethra. Describe the approach to urinary tract trauma – kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Discuss treatment options for urinary incontinence. Describe the surgical approach to neoplasia of the urinary tract. Understand the common surgical disorders of the female and male reproductive tracts and their treatment options.

Speakers Daniel Brockman BVSc, CertVR, CertSAO, DipACVS, DipECVS

Gert ter Haar DVM, PhD, MRCVS, DipECVS

Karla Lee MA, VetMB, PhD, CertSAS, DipECVS, PGCAP, FHEA, MRCVS

Zoe HalfacreeMA, VetMB, CertVDI, CertSAS, FHEA, DipECVS, MRCVS

Module 10Thoracic surgery 13-03-2016 Instrumentation, thoracotomy procedures, thoracic drainage; Lung lobectomy, thoracic trauma; Diaphragmatic rupturesChylothorax; Patent ductus arteriosus.

Module 11 (Practical) at Université de Liège, Liège Gastrointestinal and urinary tract surgery14-05-2016 Oesophageal foreign bodies - Pre-op management, anaesthesia, surgical anatomy, surgical technique, post-op care and assessment. Gastric dilatation volvulus - Temporary and permanent gastropexy. Nephrectomy and nephrotomy - Partial nephrectomy, ureteronephrectomy, indications for nephrotomy. Urethrostomy - Prescrotal, scrotal, perineal, prepubic.

Module 12 (Practical) at Université de Liège, Liège Thoracic surgery 15-05-2016 Thoracotomy - Pre-op management, anaesthesia, surgical anatomy, surgical technique, post-op care and assessment. Lung lobectomy - Partial and complete lobectomy. Pericardectomy - Subtotal and total. Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) - Pre-operative management, anaesthesia, surgical anatomy, surgical technique, post-op care and assessment.

Module 13 Orthopaedics I Decision making in fracture repair03-09-2016The initial assessment of the fracture patient. Descriptions and applications of fracture classification. Principles and decision making in fracture repair. Methods of fracture fixation and implants, including plating and external fixation devices.

Module 14 Orthopaedics II Complications of fracture repair 04-09-2016The principles of fracture reduction, including both closed and open techniques. Options for bone grafting including both cancellous and cortical grafts. Approaches to the following complications: delayed union, non-union, mal-union and osteomyelitis.

Module 15 Orthopaedics III – The forelimb12-11-2016 Luxation, osteochondrosis, dysplasia, excision arthroplasty and fractures of the shoulder. Luxations, developmental disease, un-united anconeal process and fractures of the elbow. Developmental carpal disease, carpal hyperextension and arthrodesis, luxations and fractures of the carpus and foot. Growth plate disorders.

Module 16Orthopaedics IV – The hindlimb 13-11-2016Conditions of the hip, including dysplasia, luxations, arthroplasty and total hip replacement. Pelvic fractures. Femoral fractures. Conditions of the stifle, including patellar luxation, osteochondrosis, fractures and cruciate rupture. Conditions of the hock, including osteochondrosis, luxation and fractures.

Module 17 (Practical) at Université de Liège, LiègeExternal skeletal fixation 14-01-2017 Cancellous bone grafting Harvesting cancellous bone from the proximal humerus. Review of external fixation equipment Pins, bars and clamps. Fracture repair I Surgical repair of a fractured tibia using half pins. Fracture repair II Surgical repair of a comminuted radial fracture using full pins.

Module 18 (Practical) at Université de Liège, Liège Joint and fracture surgery in the forelimb15-01-2017 Osteochondrosis dissecans – surgical approaches to the proximal and distal humerus for the treatment of shoulder and elbow osteochondrosis dissecans (OD). Shoulder joint – approach to the biceps tendon for bicipital tenotomy. Fracture repair – surgical repair of a fractured humerus using a bone plate and screws. Carpus – carpal arthrodesis technique.

Module 19 Spinal Surgery I 04-03-2017 Lesion localisation – the neurological examination and it’s interpretation. The application of neurodiagnostics. The approach to and management of paraplegia and tetraplegia. Neurological emergencies, including cranial trauma and status epilepticus.

Module 20 Spinal Surgery II 05-03-2017 Cervical disc surgery. Thoracolumbar disc surgery. Lumbosacral disc surgery.

Module 21 (Practical) at Université de Liège, Liège Joint and fracture surgery in the hindlimb20-05-2017Hip joint – surgical approach to the hip for the treatment of luxation. Fracture repair - surgical repair of a fractured femur using an intramedullary pin and cerclage wires. Stifle joint I – cranial cruciate ligament repair using the De Angelis suture method. Stifle joint II – surgical correction of a medially luxating patella by tibial tuberosity transposition.

GPCert in Small Animal Surgery

Year 2: ORTHOPAEDIC / SPINAL SURGERY

Practical sessions: Delegates will be organised in groups of 2 per surgical table and a maximum of 12 delegates per tutor.

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Module 22 (Practical) at Université de Liège, Liège Spinal surgery 21-05-2017Localising the lesion How to perform a neurological examination. Myelography How to perform a myelogram using cisternal puncture. Cervical disc surgery Fenestration and ventral slot procedure to treat cervical disc diseaseThoracolumbar disc surgery Hemilaminectomy procedure to treat thoracolumbar disc disease.

SpeakersBéatrice BöhmeDVM, DipECVS, DES

Lars FH TheyseDVM, PhD, DipEVCS

Marc BalligandDMedVet, DScVet, Cert SAO, DipECVS

Steven de DeckerDVM, PhD

Year 1 - Soft Tissues(register before 26-06-2015)Payment in full: 4200.00€ Payment in instalments: 1390.00€ + 215.00€ x 15 months

Year 2 - Orthopaedic/ Spinal Surgery Tissues(register before 03-08-2015)Payment in full: 3590.00€ Payment in instalments: 1190.00€ + 185.00€ x 15 months

Complete Course (register before 25-06-2015)Payment in full: 6995.00€ Payment in instalments: 2310.00€ + 360.00€ x 15 months

- The payment should be made as soon as possible to benefit from an early booking discount. If you book with less than 30 days to go before the start of the course, there is a surcharge of 200 €. - Listed prices excl. VAT.

Module 01 The cardiovascular system25-07-2015Understand cardiovascular anatomy applied do echocardiography; Understand the embryological processes that can lead to congenital abnormalities; Understand the action potential; Recognise the complexity of the cardiovascular functions.

Module 02 The clinical approach to the cardiac patient26-07-2015Recognise clinical signs associated with a cardiovascular disorder; Become familiar with cardiovascular examination; Become familiar with thoracic auscultation; Become familiar with chest percussion.

Module 03Electrocardiography and thoracic radiology I19-09-2015Become familiar with ECG acquisition and analysis; Recognise the most common ECG abnormalities; Become familiar with anti-arrhythmic and pacemaker therapy.

Module 04Electrocardiography and thoracic radiology II20-09-2015Obtain thoracic radiographs of diagnostic quality; Become familiar with interpretation of thoracic radiographs; Recognise the most common radiographic abnormalities of the thorax.

Module 05 (Practical) at Medisch Centrum voor Dieren Echocardiography I03-10-2015Understand how to optimise picture on screen; Transducer frequency, gain, etc; Understand the utility of B-mode, M-mode and Doppler measurements.

Module 06 (Practical) at Medisch Centrum voor Dieren Echocardiography II04-10-2015Obtain the most common echocardiographic views; Perform a subjective evaluation of the cardiac valves; Practical in live dogs.

Module 07Cardiovascular pathophysiology and therapy23-01-2016Mechanisms of cardiovascular abnormalities and how they translate into clinical signs Haemodynamic features of heart failure; Neuro-endocrine cascade of heart failure; Principles of cardiovascular therapy; Pulmonary Hypertension.

Module 08Approach to the fainting patient24-01-2016Differentiate syncope from seizures; Investigate syncopal patients; Become familiar with available clinical investigations; Become familiar with available therapies; Holter.

Module 09 Myocardial disease20-02-2016Cardiomyopathy in dogs; Cardiomyopathy in cats; Myocarditis; Other myocardial diseases.

GPCert in CardiologyThis clinically based course will address the fundamental principles underlying cardiac disease, discuss common presentations of cardiac disease and thoroughly review current diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. Delegates will have the opportunity to become fully informed about commonly utilised diagnostic procedures via practical ECG interpretation, film reading and hands-on echocardiography. Wherever possible, modules will include an interactive, practical element. Problem solving and case based material will feature strongly throughout the course enabling delegates to extend their knowledge of cardiology in an informative and interactive manner.

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Module 10Endocardial and pericardial disease21-02-2016Endocardiosis; Endocarditis; Idiopathic pericardial effusions; Malignant pericardial effusions.

Module 11Congenital abnormalities and interventional cardiology techniques I23-04-2016Patent ductus arteriosus; Pulmonic and aortic stenosis; Ventricular and atrial septal defects.

Module 12Congenital abnormalities and interventional cardiology techniques II24-04-2016AV valve dysplasia; Become familiar with the available interventional cardiology techniques; Pacemaker; Practical.

Module 13Course revison I28-05-2016Review the previous modules content.

Module 14Course revison II29-05-2016Review the previous modules content.

SpeakersJoão Loureiro DVM; CertVC; DipECVIM-CA; MRCVS

José Novo MatosDr. med. vet.; Dipl ECVIM-CA (Cardiology)

Mark DirvenDVM, Resident ECVIM-CA (Cardiology)

Oriol DomenechDVM , MS, Dipl.ECVIM-CA (Cardiology)

Complete Course (register before 25-06-2015)Payment in full: 4995.00€ Payment in instalments: 1650.00€ + 260.00€ x 15 months

- The payment should be made as soon as possible to benefit from an early booking discount. If you book with less than 30 days to go before the start of the course, there is a surcharge of 200 €. - Listed prices excl. VAT.

Practical sessions: The practical sessions are organised in groups of 3 delegates per station and per tutor.

Module 01 & 2 (Practical) at Medisch Centrum voor DierenIntroduction, examination of the eye and update I & II10 / 11 -10-2015 Eye physiology and anatomy; Clinical ophthalmic instruments; Examination of the eyelids, ocular surface and anterior segment using focal and general illumination; Principles of slit-lamp biomicroscopy; Direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy; Uses and limitations of radiography, ultrasound, CT and MRI scans for imaging the eye and orbit; Diagnostic cytology, microbiology and biopsy samples; Systematic approach to the investigation of ophthalmology cases; Treatment for common ophthalmic conditions; Practice ophthalmic examination in a wet-lab environment.

Module 03The orbit, globe, eyelids and third eyelid14-11-2015Anatomy of the orbit, eyelids and third eyelid; Congenital and acquired conditions of the orbit and globe; Disorders of the eyelids; Surgical approach to eyelid disease; Aetiology, diagnosis and management of third eyelid conditions.

Module 04Cornea, sclera and episclera15-11-2015Clinical presentations and differential diagnosis for corneal disease; Diagnosis and treatment of corneal ulceration; Diseases of the episclera and sclera.

Module 05Conjunctiva, naso-lacrimal system and glaucoma23-01-2016Anatomy and physiology of the naso-lacrimal system; Acquired conditions of the naso-lacrimal system; Diagnosis and treatment of conjuctival conditions; Differential diagnosis for ‘The wet eye’; Diagnosis and treatament of glaucoma.

Module 06Uveal tract and lens24-01-2016Anatomy and physiology of the uveal tract and vitreous; Congenital and acquired defects of the uveal tract; Diagnosis and treatment of uveitis; Congenital and developmental lens abnormalities: cataracts and lens luxation; Medical solutions to specific diseases of the uveal tract.

Module 07The retina, vitreous and optic nerve. Inherited eye disease05-03-2016Congenital and acquired abnormalities of the vitreous. Differences in feline and canine species; The normal variation in the appearance of the fundus and optic nerve; Congenital abnormalities of the retina and choroid - funduscopic findings; Inflammation, neoplasia, metabolic disease and degeneration - Pathological changes in the retina; Congenital and acquired diseases of the retina and optic nerve; Eye testing schemes and genetic tests available.

Module 08Feline ophthalmology06-03-2016Anatomical differences between the canine and feline eye; Feline ocular diseases of the eyelids, conjunctiva, cornea, uvea (including glaucoma), and retina; Feline ocular tumours; Ocular manifestations of feline systemic diseases.

GPCert in OphthalmologyThis comprehensive and stimulating course is designed to be practically relevant for the small animal practitioner. The course will provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the anatomy, development and physiology of the eye and will cover the full spectrum of ocular diseases seen in the domestic species. Through practical sessions and tutor demonstrations, delegates will gain an experience of the use of diagnostic equipment and some common surgical techniques. Wide use of interactive teaching and visual aids based on clinical cases will ensure that by the end of the course, delegates will be familiar with routine ophthalmic examinations and will be capable of diagnosing the commonly encountered ocular disorders.

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Module 09 Neuro-ophthalmology, ocular neoplasia and an overview of ocular manifestations of systemic disease07-05-2016The anatomy and physiology of ocular neurology and differences between feline and canine species. Neurological pathways associated with the pupillary light response and vision; Autonomic nerve supply to the eye and adnexa. Differential diagnoses for and investigation of Horner’s syndrome; Normal and abnormal nystagmus. Disorders of ocular motility; Sudden blindness - clinical approach; Management of primary and secondary neoplasia of the eye and adnexa; Systemic diseases with ocular manifestations.

Module 10Emergency ophthalmology08-05-2016Ocular emergency - basic principles; Orbital abscess, orbital fractures, proptosis, eyelid and/or corneal laceration, corneal ulceration, hyphema, glaucoma, lens luxation, retinal detachment, and blindness. - Diagnosis and treatment; Referral considerations.

Module 11Exotic animal ophthalmology16-07-2016Comparative ophthalmology; Ophthalmic examination in exotic animals; Appreciate the variations in ‘design’ of the vertebrate eye; Common ocular conditions of exotic animals.

Module 12Course Review17-07-2016Review the content of the previous modules.

Module 13 & 14 (Practical) at Université de LiègeOphthalmic surgery I & II03 / 04 -09-2016The design and correct use of microsurgical instruments and suture materials; Magnification - loupes and operating microscopes; Correction of entropion, ectropion, simple eyelid neoplasia and third eyelid disease; Replacement of the eyelid margin, including sliding skin grafts, the mustarde technique and the lip to lid procedure; Corneal repair and reconstruction, including direct suturing, conjunctival grafts and corneo-conjunctival transposition; Consider the principles of intra-ocular surgery, including viscoelastics, irrigating solutions and methods of lens extraction.

SpeakersPetra Benz Dr. med. vet., DipECVO

Ursula M. DietrichDr. med. vet., MRCVS, DACVO, DECVO

Petra GrinningerDr. med. vet., DipECVO

Claudia BusseDr. med. vet., MRCVS, CertVOphthal, DipECVO

Complete Course (register before 10-09-2015)Payment in full: 4995.00€ Payment in instalments: 1650.00€ + 260.00€ x 15 months

- The payment should be made as soon as possible to benefit from an early booking discount. If you book with less than 30 days to go before the start of the course, there is a surcharge of 200 €. - Listed prices excl. VAT.

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Our cutting-edge postgraduate training programs area proven way to change your professional life for the better.They offer the perfect balance of structure and flexibility to make them accessible to even the busiest vets. As well as boosting your skills and your confidence, they’re also a valuable stepping stone towards higher qualifications.

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• You can register online at www.improveinternational.com, by contacting us via email at info.nl@improveinternational.com or by phoning us on +31 207 084 107.

• As our courses have a limited number of places, we advise you to submit your registration as soon as possible, in order to ensure your place. To secure your place you just have to proceed with the payment and wait for our confirmation email.

• Flexible payment options are available and prices are reduced if registration is made more than one month before the course start date.

• You may consult our terms and conditions at www.improveinternational.com or request them by emailing info.nl@improveinternational.com.

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Don’t just take our word for it...

Duncan GreenSmall Animal Surgery

I am currently enrolled on the Small Animal Surgery Certificate after successfully completing the GPCert(DI) two years ago. The practical sessions are some of the best I ever attended and the constant personal attention makes for an unparalleled learning opportunity. The course gives a well structured learning experience that guides delegates through the very bulky field of small animal surgery. The lectures are well thought through and practical in order to provide us with the best opportunity to learn systematically and also gain practical experience in more challenging or unusual procedures. The lecturers are all fantastic people with the ability to share knowledge effectively.

Inês FonsecaCardiology

I’ve made the post-graduation in Cardiology of Improve Ibérica and I’ve loved it, not only because of the quality of the Speakers, but also because of sharing information and experience exchange.The practical component allowed me to use more efficiently the complementary means of diagnostic in Cardiology.

Asunta RotllánOphthalmology

From my point of view, the teaching-theoretical relationship played a major role in increasing safety or confidence with which we approach the practical cases in daily clinic. Furthermore the Speakers maintained a close and cooperative attitude. From the first day on, applying the acquired knowledge was the permanent motivation. All that reflects on the customers’ satisfaction and the wellbeing of the patient.

Marni MillerSmall Animal Surgery

The theory backed up by the amazing practical sessions really consolidate your knowledge base, and in my case, gave me a kick (up the backside) to crack on, read the notes, read the textbook, watch the videos online and go ahead and book in the perineal hernia repair or the salivary gland removal instead of referring it on to someone else’s practice. I now eagerly anticipate the next surgery case walking through that consulting room door. There is no doubt that attending the Improve course in small animal surgery has given me the confidence to say “well, actually, I can do that”.

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