Only 35 nurses globally hold veterinary technician specialist status in neurology and a Somerset-based clinician said joining them is the fulfilment of a long-standing dream.
The analysis, commissioned by the RCVS and British Veterinary Chronic Illness Support, found workers with multiple conditions or mental health challenges, plus those who identify as neurodivergent, were at greater risk of being targeted.
The College of Animal Welfareâs BSc Honours Veterinary Nursing supplement grade â delivered in partnership with Middlesex University â is now open to applications for September. Â
Hannah Olliff-Lee has set up her own business as a physiotherapist using her RVN qualification as a foundation to greater understand and bridge the gap between rehab and medical care.Â
Dozens of clinicians have signed an open letter published by the Progressive Veterinary Association calling for vets and nurses to be given a vote on the âmomentousâ proposals.
The congress nursing stream will run all day on Friday 13 September and will feature dedicated equine nursing lectures and workshops, plus practicals on critical care and bandaging, casting and suturing.
Practising nurses are being encouraged to take part in interviews, which academics hope will lead to improvements in mental health training for both current and future professionals.
Georgi Sharman â who is based at North Downs Specialist Referrals in Bletchingley, Surrey â achieves academic qualification in veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia.Â
The college has published its annual report for 2023 including reflections on how the scrutiny of external regulators has re-emphasised the professionsâ wider social role.
Members of professions have until 22 July to give feedback on wide ranging proposals that include more than doubling the number of laypeople on RCVS council.
Angelika von Heimendahl, one of only two UK-based European specialists in reproduction (small animal), also warned chronic issues of poor breed health were likely to persist.
