Neurology Conference. Join the Brains Trust - become a Neurovet! Conference. Leisure day. Location. Speakers. 24 CPD Points

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1 Neurology Conference Join the Brains Trust - become a Neurovet! Join the CVE in Cairns as we bring together three well respected specialists to talk all things Neurology! General practitioners can feel uncomfortable and even overwhelmed by the idea of having to assess patients with suspected neurological disease. It is often wrongly assumed that these patients can only be evaluated by neurology specialists who have access to advanced diagnostic imaging techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography. During this course you will however learn that many neurology patients can perfectly be managed in first opinion practice without the need for advanced and expensive diagnostics. Clinically relevant topics will be discussed, including tips and tricks on how to get more from your neuro-exam, how to obtain a reliable list of differential diagnoses, the role of further diagnostics, seizures, other brain disorders, neurological emergencies and spinal disorders. Early Bird: expires 11 August 2019 Conference Mon 23 - Fri 27 September Leisure day Wed 25 September 2019 Location Pullman Reef Hotel Casino 41 Wharf Street Cairns QLD Speakers 24 CPD Points DVM PhD MvetMed DipECVN MRCVS BVSc DipACVIM (Neurology) DipECVN FHEA MRCVS BVSc, PhD, Diplomate ECVN

2 Program Monday 23 September 2019 Tuesday 24 September 2019 Day 1 Neurological examination and neurodiagnostics Note: Each session concludes with a 10 minute Q & A 9.00 What is the nervous system and what happens if it doesn t work? The absolute minimum of neuro-anatomy you should know. Not more detailed than forebrain, brainstem, spinal cord, How to do a neuro-exam in practice Practical neuro-exam. Not all tests in the world. Focus on what is important How to formulate a differential diagnosis - clinical reasoning in neurology Principle of clinical reasoning, 5-finger rule. Based on a previous lecture of PK; good and bad ways to list differentials Debate of the day: how much neurology should we expect from private practitioners? This can highlight a discrepancy between what we believe is possible and what delegates believe is possible 2.30 Workshop: what can we do with spinal radiographs? Interactive session: An introduction to myelography 4.00 Introduction to more advanced diagnostics: MRI and CT Indications and basics of interpretation CT, MRI, difference between CT and MRI, indications, advantages and disadvantages for which disorders is CT better. How useful is performing a spinal tap in practice? Day 2 The brain twitches, seizures, head tilt and a droopy face 9.00 Epilepsy: what, when and how to treat it? Introduction to epilepsy, how to recognise a seizure, different types, causes, different treatments, common mistakes, including when to add PBr, realistic expectations of treatment Common problems in the management of idiopathic epilepsy Interactive with polling Neurological decline in older patients: Cognitive dysfunction in dogs and cats Recognition and treatment How to treat cluster seizures and status epilepticus Systemic consequences SE 1.00 Movement disorders How to differentiate from seizures and case examples 2.30 Vestibular disease: is it central or peripheral? Case examples 3.00 Abnormalities of the head and face Don t panic is the message. Most causes are benign idiopathic. How to differentiate from more malignant conditions? 4.00 What to expect when referring a case for(1) spinal surgery (SDD), (2) and brain surgery (SL) & Interactive discussions

3 Program Wednesday 25 September 2019 Friday 27 September 2019 Day 3 Leisure day Day 5 When it all comes together Day 4 To walk or not-to-walk? Focus on spinal disease 9.00 Assessment of spinal fracture and luxation in practice An introduction to pathophysiology spinal trauma, statement on steroid use, Schiff-sherrington and spinal shock? How to assess and when to refer 9.45 Thoracolumbar intervertebral disc disease Different types (ANNPE and HNPE), assessment, treatment and when to refer Non-surgical spinal emergencies These cases often have a typical clinical presentation. Recognition is key to success Neck problems Recognising a neck problem is not always easy. Common causes, how to list differentials and when to consider referral Feline spinal disorders Thursday 26 September 2019 Challenges in feline neuro-exam, FIP, Lymphoma, tail pull injury 9.00 Head Trauma management in practice How to identify prognostic markers and 3-tier system 9.45 Radiation or surgery. What is the best treatment option for brain tumours in dogs and cats Different indications/prognosis in dogs and cats, outcome Only in Australia; specific neurological emergencies down under Real case scenarios part 1 & Interactive video cases. Mixed localizations and causes. Delegates have to think about neuroanatomical localisation, differentials, further diagnostics, treatment prognosis 2.30 Real case scenarios part Quiz what have we learned this week? Questions based on lectures from previous days 2.30 Looking after non-ambulatory patients Supportive care, bladder management, complications, Physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, acupuncture, lasers, What is the evidence? 4.00 It s not always spinal How to recognise and assess neuromuscular disease in practice Recognition and localisation is key to success. Idiopathic, Botulism, tick paralysis,..

4 Speakers DVM PhD MvetMed DipECVN MRCVS BVSc, PhD, Diplomate ECVN Steven graduated in 2005 from Ghent University in Belgium. After graduation, he performed there a Rotating Internship followed by a PhD about diskassociated cervical spondylomyelopathy ( wobbler syndrome ). Between 2010 and 2013, he completed a Residency in Neurology and Neurosurgery at the Royal Veterinary College, University of London. After becoming a board-certified specialist, he stayed at the Royal Veterinary College and is now Head of Service of the Neurology and Neurosurgery team. Although he is interested in all aspects of veterinary neurology, most of his research and publications focus on spinal disorders and neurosurgery. Steven has more than 80 publications in international scientific journals and presented most of his work at international conferences. He enjoys teaching and is therefore regularly involved in continuing education (CE) events around the world Sam is a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Neurology (ECVN) and RCVS/European Specialist in Veterinary Neurology. He is currently Senior Lecturer and Head of the Neurology and Neurosurgery Section, which he founded in 2009, at Melbourne University s Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences, after spending 3 years at the University of Pennsylvania s Veterinary School. His main clinical and research interests are canine epilepsy, brain tumours, and degenerative myelopathy. Sam has published widely in the field of neurology, is a regular speaker on the national and international continuing education circuit and is a member of IVETF (International Veterinary Epilepsy Taskforce). BVSc DipACVIM (Neurology) DipECVN FHEA MRCVS Neurologist & Neurosurgeon, Small Animal Specialist Hospital, Australia. Patrick is an American and European board-certified specialist in veterinary neurology. He practices and teaches veterinary neurology and neurosurgery at the Small Animal Specialist Hospital, Sydney, Australia. Patrick s interest in research involves all aspects of veterinary clinical neurology, with a particular interest in developing surgical treatments for pituitary tumours in dogs and cats. He also enjoys developing and delivering continuing professional education for veterinarians. Dawn on the Esplanade, Cairns. Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

5 Registration Register online cve.edu.au/neurology-conference Or, send us your registration by 1. Registrant details I am a CVE Member: Yes No CSNEUR0919 Fax: Post: CVE Level 2, Veterinary Science Conference Centre Regimental Drive The University of Sydney NSW 2006 Member Type:... First Name:... Surname:... Practice Name:... Address: Registration type Neurology Conference Early Bird Early Bird Member* $1,800 $1,895 Recent Grad $1,125 $1,185 Student member $563 $593 Non-member emember Single day registration Mon Tue Thu Fri N/A $2,370 Member* $563 $593 Recent Grad Member Vet nurse $352 $371 Student member $176 $185 Suburb:... State:... Postcode:... Tel:... Recent Grad Member N/A $ Become a CVE Member to claim discounted member rates Annual Fee Practice membership $695 Professional member $390 Part-time Professional member* $195 Recent Graduate member* $195 Academic member* FREE Student member** FREE *Please enclose proof that you qualify for this membership category with your application. E.g. Payslip or statutory declaration. ** Please enclose confirmation of enrolment document as proof for student membership Member* includes: Practice, Professional and Academic members Note: All course fees will be charged in Australian dollars. 4. Payment Credit card: Early Bird rate expires 11 August % Loyalty Discount Registered for a CVE DE, TimeOnline, Conference, Workshop or Seminar in the previous 12 months? If so, you may be eligible for a 10% Loyalty Discount. To claim it, please call customer service. Visa Mastercard Amex Amount authorised to charge: Include membership in this total if you wish to join. $... Card No:... Name on Card:... For more information on benefits, visit: cve.edu.au/membership Signature:... Expiry Date:.../... Terms: Enquiries For any further enquiries or to speak to a CVE customer service representative, please cve.enquiries@sydney.edu.au or call us at Cancellations may incur a fee. Cancellation fees will be waived if a credit note is requested for the full amount of the course fee, and must be used within 12 months. CVE will not be liable for any loss suffered as a result of cancellation or change, including travel or other costs incurred. All the information is correct at the time of going to print. The CVE reserves the right to alter the program, location, date and speakers for the course. For full terms please visit: cve.edu.au/terms-policies