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Postgraduate Certificate Programmes PROGRESS THROUGH LEARNING WWW.IMPROVEINTERNATIONAL.COM CYPRUS Accredited by:

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Contents 04 05 06 08 Why Improve International? How we came to be and what we aim to deliver Our Partners How we ensure the highest academic standards Our modular training programmes GPCert programmes Learning support and testing 09 10-15 16 17 Benefits of our training programmes What can you gain from taking a programme with us Our programmes Our programmes in detail Online Bitesize CPD Our Online Bitesize CPD Testimonials What you can expect from Improve International 18 19 How to register Find out how you can register Improve International in Cyprus Invitation to our launch event Go straight to our programmes: Medicine & Surgery 10 Small Animal Medicine 13 Small Animal Surgery 3

Why choose Improve International? Improve International was established in 1998 by a group of veterinary surgeons from across the UK to run Continuous Professional Development (CPD) for veterinary professionals. Our programmes utilise a combination of review lectures, case-based discussion and, where applicable, hands-on practical sessions. We are at the forefront of the modular training concept to help develop the skills and knowledge required in practice. We are an international organisation with head offices in the UK and Portugal and we are present in over 20 countries worldwide. We work on a regular basis with more than 500 veterinary specialists. George Evangelou DVM, MRCVS George graduated from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, in 2011. He subsequently spent three years in small animal practice in the UK before returning back home to Cyprus. He is currently working as a Small Animal veterinary surgeon in Nicosia, Cyprus. He has a special interest in soft tissue surgery and is currently studying for a Postgraduate Certificate. Since 2016, George has been an elected member of the Board of the Pancyprian Veterinary Association and he also became a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2012. Xenophon Diaouris DVM Xenophon graduated from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 2003. He then spent two years as an intern in the Small Animal Surgery department of the same university before he returned to Cyprus. Since 2007, he has been practising as a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with strong interest in Small Animal soft tissue surgery and orthopaedics. Since 2016, Xenophon has been the vice-president of the Board of Pancyprian Veterinary Association. George Evangelou DVM, MRCVS Improve International Cyprus Managing Director Xenophon Diaouris DVM Improve International Cyprus Operations Director 4

Our partners Our partners Working with us to ensure the highest academic standards Harper Adams University (HAU) A rigorous validation process and the on-going involvement of HAU in our postgraduate Certificate programmes ensures teaching elements and examination processes meet the highest academic standards. Founded in 1901, Harper Adams has a long, proud tradition of the highest educational standards and is widely recognised for the quality of its education.the University is No.1 in the UK in the 2017 Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey Named University College of the Year six years in a row, HAU was placed within the UK s top 10 higher education institutions, gaining full university status in 2012. European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ESVPS) ESVPS is a not-for-profit organisation which was set up in 2003 by a group of likeminded veterinarians with the principal objective to provide attainable, balanced qualifications for veterinary practitioners working in full-time practice. ESVPS examinations have been held in 15 European countries, with new non-european countries being added in the next few years, including South America and Japan. Harper Adams 5

Introducing the General Practitioner Certificate Our training programmes allow you to immerse yourself in your chosen subject area, to truly challenge yourself and to gain the extra knowledge that puts you at the forefront of your field Since the launch of the first General Practitioner Certificates (GPCert) in 2003, over 3000 veterinary surgeons across Europe, and worldwide, have achieved a GPCert. The GPCert is designed to meet the needs of busy veterinary practitioners wanting to a gain a postgraduate qualification, but without having to take excessive time out of their busy working lives. The uniqueness of the GPCert modular training programmes are structured taught sessions from experienced academics. Whilst the GPCert is not a specialist qualification, on successful completion of the GPCert you 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 your practice. Many have used the General Practitioner Certificate as a stepping stone to higher qualifications or have gone on to complete more than one GPCert. Each GPCert comprises: Taught sessions with accompanying notes Practical sessions where relevant to the subject Pre and post module online self assessment Preparation for end-of-programme assessments Independent study, including online components Support throughout your learning journey Our modular programmes have a duration of one to two years and are structured in theoretical and practical modules, with online support where appropriate. All of our speakers are recognised specialists of the European and/or American colleges. This will allow you to learn from some of the best in the world in each of the taught subjects. Our two leading programmes in Small Animal Medicine and Small Animal Surgery will allow you to obtain knowledge and skills in two core areas of small animal practice. The small animal medicine programme will cover all of the major body-systems, whilst the small animal surgery programme divides into a soft-tissue component in year one, and an orthopaedic/ spinal component in year two. The programmes will be delivered in Nicosia, Cyprus. 6

Course structure On the e-learning platform you will find the following resources: course notes clinical cases bibliographies scientific articles videos/ webinars access to the discussion forum During the theoretical modules the speaker will present lectures covering the learning objectives of the module and at the end of the day provide an interactive clinical case discussion. All practical sessions/ modules have a limited number of delegates ensuring that each individual has plenty of hands-on time and opportunity to practise the taught techniques. HOW THE MODULES WORK Pre-module Access to explanatory material through an e-learning platform; 5 MCQs and self-evaluation Module Theoretical sessions and/or practical sessions Webinars Post-module Recommended further reading 5 MCQs and knowledge assessment Attendance Certificate Webinars are online sessions with a duration of one hour. 7

Achieving the General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) The GPCert is a standardised certification throughout Europe and therefore any veterinarian who obtains this certificate, regardless of the country in which it is examined, will be certain to have achieved a standard level of knowledge in that key area. The General Practitioner Certificate is the most popular middle tier qualification in Europe and it can be used as a stepping stone to higher education within the profession. Some successful candidates have used the General Practitioner Certificate qualification to go on to complete a higher degree and also complete a European Diploma in their specialist area. Most of the General Practitioner Certificates, including Small Animal Medicine and Small Animal Surgery, have been validated by Harper Adams University at a Postgraduate Certificate level. Exam Attend all course modules Independent Study Write 10 x case studies (500-1000 words) Write 1 case report (2500 words maximum) according to ESVPS exam guidelines. Sit a multiple choice exam (in Cyprus) General Practitioner Certificate 8

Benefits of our training programmes Through the application of techniques learnt on our training programmes you will become more productive in practice Benefits for you 1. Transform your professional life and approach to clinical cases 2. Achieve a recognised European certification the GPCert 3. Increase your skills, knowledge and confidence in dealing with more complex cases 4. Progress your career 5. Access a like-minded peer network 6. Fit learning around the workings of a busy practice Benefits for your practice 1. Increased practice revenues 2. Improved productivity 3. Reduced external referrals and increased practice capabilities 4. Transferable knowledge and skills within practice 5. The ability to demonstrate your commitment to enhancing practice standards Benefits for your clients and patients 1. Improved animal care 2. Accelerated diagnosis 3. Increase in treatment options 4. Reassurance that their pet is in safe hands 9

Small Animal Medicine 20 modules 140H 1.5 YEAR NICOSIA INTRODUCTION: Internal Medicine is undoubtedly the largest area of Veterinary Medicine. It is therefore very difficult to be aware of the innovations and maintain an updated level of knowledge. This programme ensures an effective update of knowledge in the main areas of Internal Medicine. The essentially interactive approach and presentation of clinical cases facilitates the understanding of different pathologies and the acquisition of new competencies. SPEAKERS: MAX 25 DELEGATES Ed Hall VetMB MA,PhD,DipECVIM-CA MRCVS. Gad Baneth DVM, Ph.D. Dipl. ECVCP. Ioannis Plessas DVM MVetMed DipECVN MRCVS. José Novo Matos DVM DipECVIM (Cardiology) MRCVS. Juan Borrego DVM, DACVIM (Oncology). Kostas Papasouliotis DVM PhD DipRCPath (Vet Clin Path) DipECVCP MRCVS. Michael day BSc BVMS (Hons) PhD DSc DiplECVP FASM FRCPath FRCVS. Mike Herrtage BVSc MA,DipECVDI,DipECVIM-CA,DVR,DVD,DSAM,DVSc MRCVS. Rick Sánchez BSciBiol, DVM, CertVOphthal, DipECVO, FHEA. Rosario Cerundolo DVM DipECVD CertVD MRCVS. Sam Jakovjlevic DVM, MSc, Diplomate ECVDI, DVR, MRCVS. Simon Tappin MA VetMB GPCert (SAP) CertSAM DipECVIM-CA MRCVS Dic. Virginie Barberet DVM OFFER: The enrollment on this programme gives you access to one year s subscription to our Online Bitesize CPD worth 299 + VAT (www.improveinternational.com/cy/page/bitesize). PRICING COMPLETE PROGRAMME PAYMENT IN INSTALLMENTS: 1540.00 +1540.00 x 4 monthly payments PAYMENT IN INSTALLMENTS: 1540.00 + 362.35 x 17 monthly payments PAYMENT IN FULL: 7000.00 All delegates will be charged VAT by default. If you are part of an EU country, outside Cyprus, and you have a valid intracommunity VAT number the invoice will be exempt of VAT. An additional fee of 200 (excl. GST) is applicable on all bookings made within 30 days of the programme start date. ACCREDITED BY: 10

Clinical pathology and laboratory medicine 22-11-2017 Different sampling techniques and sample processing, and identify factors that may affect them. Rationale behind selection of appropriate tests. Investigative approach to regenerative anaemia, non-regenerative anaemia and abnormal haemostasis. Clinical pathology associated with hepatobiliary and renal disease. Interpret laboratory data from clinical patients. Diagnostic investigations. Cytology* 23-11-2017 Principles and practical aspects of cytologic sample collection, storage and preparation. Principles of routine cytologic sample examination. Different cytological characteristics of effusions, aspirates and lavage samples. Pathologic principles used to formulate a cytologic diagnosis. Diagnostic techniques 24-11-2017 Principles of radiography and radiology. Situations where contrast radiography is useful and appreciate the importance of radiation protection. Principles of the use of ultrasound imaging. Basic principles of CT and MRI. Diagnostic techniques - film reading + abdominal ultrasound* 25-11-2017 Case based discussion. Film reading session. Practical abdominal ultrasound scanning. Medical oncology 11-04-2018 Principles of tumour biology and staging. General investigative approach to the cancer patient. Principles of chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgical oncology. Therapeutic management of common canine and feline neoplasms. Recognise and manage common oncologic emergencies. Cardiovascular medicine I 12-04-2018 Principles and importance of physical examination in patients with suspected cardiac disease. Principles of electrocardiography. Approach to electrocardiographic interpretation and identify common arrhythmias. Evaluation of thoracic radiographs in cardiac patients. Basic principles of echocardiography and its role in diagnosis of cardiac disease. Cardiovascular medicine II 13-04-2018 Events involved in the pathophysiology of cardiac failure. Systolic and diastolic failure. Species differences in prevalence of congenital and acquired cardiac diseases. Major congenital cardiac diseases in dogs and cats. Pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of acquired valvular, myocardial and pericardial diseases. Therapeutic options and their applications in patients with cardiac disease. Immunology 14-04-2018 Basis of immune function and the immune response. Pathophysiology of and diagnostic approach to common immunemediated diseases in small animals. Basis of therapy for immune-mediated diseases. Common immunosuppressive therapies. Gastroenterology I - Vomiting and diarrhoea 26-09-2018 Pathophysiology of acute and chronic vomiting. Pathophysiology of acute and chronic diarrhoea. Diagnostic approaches to vomiting and diarrhoea. Principles and basic use of endoscopy in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disease. Gastroenterology II - Diagnosis and management of liver and pancreatic disease 27-09-2018 Diagnostic approach to the jaundiced patient. Investigative approach to suspected hepatobiliary disease. Pathophysiology of exocrine pancreatic disease. Investigative approach to acute and chronic exocrine pancreatic diseases. Therapeutic options in hepatobiliary and pancreatic disease. Emergency medicine and critical care 28-09-2018 Elements involved in major body system assessment and stabilisation of the acutely ill or emergency patient. Emergency laboratory database and its interpretation. Principles involved in fluid, electrolyte and transfusion therapy. Principles and practical aspects of critical patient monitoring. Recognise cardiopulmonary arrest in small animals. Basic and advanced cardiac life support. Dermatology + practical* 29-09-2018 Steps involved in dermatologic examination in cats and dogs. Techniques used for the laboratory investigation of skin disease and when they should be used. Problem-solving approach to pruritus, its investigation and treatment. Problemsolving approach to alopecia, its investigation and treatment. Bacterial, parasitic and fungal skin disease. Dermatologic manifestations of systemic disease and their pathogenesis. The program of this course continues on the next page 11

Respiratory disease 09-01-2019 Diagnostic approach to respiratory disease in the dog and cat. Diagnostic aids (radiography, endoscopy) in the investigation of respiratory disease. Pathophysiology and differential diagnosis of coughing and respiratory distress. Primary and ancillary respiratory therapeutics. Urology I 10-01-2019 Diagnostic techniques used in investigation of urinary disease. Pathophysiology of acute and chronic renal failure, glomerular disease and proteinuria. Approach to and therapeutic management of acute and chronic renal failure, glomerular disease and proteinuria. Urology II 11-01-2019 Crystalluria and urolithiasis in cats and dogs.. Principles of management of lower urinary tract disease in cats and dogs. Causes of urinary incontinence, their diagnosis and management. Canine prostatic diseases and understand their pathogenesis, diagnosis and medical management. Infectious diseases 12-01-2019 Major infectious diseases in dogs and cats. Diagnosis and management of common infectious diseases in dogs and cats. Clinical signs of significant imported diseases occurring in dogs and cats. Principles of vaccination and vaccination regimes. Pet travel scheme. Notifiable diseases in dogs and cats. Ophthalmology* 08-05-2019 Ophthalmic examination. Surgical and medical management of the most frequent ophthalmic diseases. Ocular manifestation of systemic diseases. Therapeutic options. Practical session. Medical neurology 09-05-2019 Principles of functional neuroanatomy. Principles involved in the neurologic examination and localisation of lesions. Diagnostic techniques used in investigation of neurologic disease. Common neurologic syndromes. Seizures in dogs and cats. Endocrinology I 10-05-2019 Principles of endocrine anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology. Clinical signs and diagnostic approach to adrenal, thyroid and parathyroid disorders in dogs and cats. Basis of medical and (where appropriate) surgical management for diseases affecting the adrenal, thyroid and parathyroid glands. Endocrinology II 11-05-2019 Pathophysiology and clinical signs associated with endocrine pancreatic disease. Diabetes mellitus and diabetic ketoacidosis in the dog and cat. Causes of failure to control diabetes and the approach to the unstable diabetic patient. Pathophysiology of pituitary endocrine diseases. Clinical signs, investigation and management of pituitary endocrine disease in the dog and cat. *This module includes a practical session 12

Small Animal Surgery 22 modules 8 practical modules 154H 1.5 YEAR NICOSIA INTRODUCTION:: Our course was created to enable delegates to improve the quality of their surgical techniques in order to provide a much more effective service. Delegates will be able to perform all the taught techniques under the supervision of some of the most renowned specialists in a relaxed and interactive environment. SPEAKERS: Guillaume Chanoit DVM, MSc, PhD, DECVS, DACVS. MRCVS. Hannes Bergmann Dr. med. vet., Dipl ECVS, MRCVS. Jane Ladlow VetMB MA,DipECVS,CertSAS,CertVR MRCVS. Sebastien Behr DVM, MRCVS, DipECVN. MAX 24 DELEGATES OFFER: The enrollment on this programme gives you access to one year s subscription to our Online Bitesize CPD worth 299 + VAT (www.improveinternational.com/cy/page/bitesize). PRICING COMPLETE PROGRAMME PAYMENT IN FULL*: 8500.00 *payment in installments will be available All delegates will be charged VAT by default. If you are part of an EU country, outside Cyprus, and you have a valid intracommunity VAT number the invoice will be exempt of VAT. An additional fee of 200 (excl. GST) is applicable on all bookings made within 30 days of the programme start date. ACCREDITED BY: 13

Surgical asepsis and basic operative techniques. Wounds and wound healing 23-05-2018 Instrumentation and instrument handling. Antiseptics, sterilisation techniques and use of antibiotics. Gloving and gowning Principles of wound healing - primary and delayed closure, secondary healing. Principles of reconstructive surgery - skin flaps and grafts. Principles and uses of surgical drains. Hernias hiatal, perineal, inguinal, umbilical, diaphragmatic, prepubic, peritoneo-pericardial. Gastrointestinal surgery I 24-05-2018 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. Gastrointestinal surgery II 25-05-2018 Intestinal surgery - serosal and omental patching, obstructions and foreign bodies, neoplasia. Megacolon, rectal prolapse and stricture. The anus and perianal area - atresia ani, anal sac disease, anal furunculosis. Liver, spleen and pancreas surgery. Urinary and reproductive tract surgery 26-05-2018 Obstructive diseases of the urinary tract - ureters, bladder and urethra. Urinary tract trauma - kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Urinary incontinence. Urinary tract neoplasia. Disorders and surgery of the female and male reproductive tracts. Oral and pharyngeal surgery - The ear 17-10-2018 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. Surgery of the upper airways - Laryngeal and tracheal surgery 18-10-2018 The nose neoplasia. The nasal sinuses. BOAS - Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome. Laryngeal diseases paralysis, collapse, trauma, stenosis, neoplasia. Tracheal surgery - tracheotomy, tracheostomy, collapse, resection/ anastomosis, trauma, foreign bodies, neoplasia. Surgery of the abdominal and thoracic cavities 19-10-2018 Peritonitis pathophysiology, clinical signs and treatment. Chest wall diseases neoplasia and trauma. Chylothorax. PDA. Thoracic surgery: Instrumentation, Thoracic drainage, Thoracotomy procedures, Lung lobectomy, Pericardectomy. Surgical Oncology 20-10-2018 Principles of oncologic surgery. Surgery for skin tumours, oral tumours, gastrointestinal tumours, urogenital tumours and chest wall tumours. Feline specific tumours. Reconstructive surgery 23-01-2019 Wound closure - Tension relief, prevention of dog ears, relaxing incisions. Pedicle flaps, dvancement 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. Gastrointestinal and urinary tract surgery 24-01-2019 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. Head and neck surgery 25-01-2019 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. 14

Thoracic surgery 26-01-2019 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. Orthopaedics I Joint Diseases of the Forelimb 22-05-2019 Conditions of the shoulder including luxation, osteochondrosis and dysplasia. Excision arthroplasty. Conditions of the elbow including luxations, elbow dysplasia, developmental disease and un-united anconeal process. Developmental carpal disease, carpal hyperextension and arthrodesis and luxations of the carpus and foot Growth plate disorders. Orthopaedics II Joint diseases of the hindlimb 23-05-2019 Conditions of the hip, including dysplasia, luxations, arthroplasty and total hip replacement. Conditions of the stifle, inlcuding patellar luxation, osteochondrosis and cruciate rupture. Conditions of the hock, including osteochondrosis and luxation. Fracture repair I 24-05-2019 The 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. Fracture repair II 25-05-2019 The principles of fracture reduction, including both closed and open techniques. Options for bone grafting including both cancellous and cortical grafts. Stabilisation of specific fractures of the fore and hindlimb. Approaches to the following complications: Delayed union / Non-union / Mal-union / Osteomyelitis. Joint diseases of the forelimb 23-09-2019 Shoulder joint surgical approaches, bicipital tenotomy. Elbow joint surgical approaches, treatment of elbow dysplasia (medial coronoid disease, OCD, UAP and radio-ulnar incongruity). Carpal arthrodesis. Joint diseases of the hindlimb 24-09-2019 Hip joint femoral head and neck ostectomy. Stifle joint I extracapsular repair of cranial cruciate ligament disease, meniscal inspection. Stifle joint II surgical correction of a luxating patella by tibial tuberosity transposition. Internal fixation 25-09-2019 Surgical repair of a fractured radius using a bone plate and screws. Surgical reapair of a fractured humerus using an intramedullary pin and a bone plate and screws. Surgical repair of a fractured femur using an intramedullary pin and a bone plate and screws. External fixation & bone graft 26-09-2018 Cancellous bone grafting harvesting cancellous bone from the proximal humerus. Review of external fixation equipment pins, bars and clamps. Surgical repair of a fractured tibia with a type II linear frame. Surgical repair of a comminuted radial fracture with a type Ib linear frame. Spinal surgery I 27-09-2019 Lesion localisation the neurological examination and its interpretation. The application of neurodiagnostics. The approach to and management of paraplegia and tetraplegia. Neurological emergencies, including cranial trauma and status epilepticus. Spinal surgery II* 28-09-2019 Cervical disc surgery. Thoracolumbar disc surgery. Lumbosacral disc surgery. CSF tap and myelography. *This module includes a practical session 15

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Testimonials Testimonials Testimonials What can you expect from Improve International? Alexandros Savvidis DVM PgCertSAS MRCVS Improve International s training programme laid the foundations for my career and gave me the motivation to study and eventually raise my practice s standards, offering a better level of service, knowledge and veterinary care. It helped me to realise where I have gaps and the way to fill them, keeping me up-to-date with the relevant knowledge. I highly recommend it! Vassiliki Stathopoulou, DVM, GPCertSAM, GPCertEndo(ESVPS), PgCSAM(HAU) I ve attended Improve International s GPCertSAM 2007-2009 and GPCertEndo 2010 and was impressed by the high level of teaching provided, the excellent structure, and the opportunities to learn from distinguished speakers. The speakers were extremely helpful and reinforcing alongside the support from the Programme Tutor and Improve s team.the programmes designed by Improve International, are of the highest professional standards and are structured in such a way to enable the busy veterinary surgeon to acquire up-to-date knowledge and put it into practice almost immediately. In addition, the certification, via ESVPS, gives the qualification credibility and allowed me to be confident in the knowledge I had gained. I really recommend it to all my colleagues in order to stand out in the veterinary scientific community! 17

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