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Sponsored by Fourlimb sealing device, the device I use in this procedure, as per the videos. Thanks 4limb for the partnership. It allows me to continue my teaching of Veterinarians. This Webpage is Part II of an educational series that discusses desexing. This is a short video for those who are interested in the 4limb Marclamp for ovariectomy. This is the simplest procedure. Part I, showing the procedure of Ovary-Sparing Hysterectomy and an educational post on the differences

A working reference on two of the most frequently performed components of multilevel BOAS surgery — what they treat, how they're done, and what the evidence says about complication risk. Audience — general & referral practice veterinarians Scope — palatine tonsils & soft palate, within the wider BOAS airway Video Content This video demonstrates how I perform tonsillectomy and staphylectomy in BOAS cases. Video created at VSS Jindalee as part of our Brachycephalic Care Unit Th

This page was inspired by the fabulous, free to access paper with the best images titled:Fascial Plane Mapping for Superficial Tumor Resection in Dogs it can be found by following this link. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/vsu.13569 It is an anatomical study aimed at improving surgical planning for oncologic resections by categorising fascial planes in the canine neck and trunk. The paper maps fascial plane anatomy relevant to superficial tumour resections in

Intervertebral Disc Disease: Not All Breeds Are Equal Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) is one of the most common neurological conditions encountered in canine practice. While both Dachshunds and French Bulldogs are highly predisposed to IVDD, emerging research demonstrates significant differences in disease presentation, prognosis, recurrence rates, and long-term management between these breeds. Why Are Dachshunds and French Bulldogs at Risk? Both breeds are chondrodystroph

During an exploratory celiotomy, it is extremely important to examine all the organs, especially the entirety of the small intestine. If you are finding you get in a tangle when you get to the section of bowel that dives down deep into the abdomen, then this post is for you. There are a few key aspects to the exploratory celiotomy, and in a separate post, I discussed the importance of having a checklist to ensure you don't forget to inspect all the important organs. However,

This post is about using a slip knot instead of a surgeons knot. A slip knot can be used in place of a surgeons knot in ANY scenario. The great news about this, is that you can get lots of practice before you really need to use it. When you need a slip knot, you really need it; and without knowing the technique you end up frustrated and tying yourself in 'knots' (haha that is about as clever as surgeon's get). Therefore, I encourage you to practice the slip knot at the start

In brachycephalic patients, the importance of taking a detailed and structured history cannot be overstated. A comprehensive history not only guides my expectations of what I will find on airway examination, but it also helps me predict how the patient is likely to recover—from airway surgery specifically, and from anaesthesia and surgery in general. Beyond airway assessment, a good history provides insight into how stressed the patient is likely to be when hospitalised. This

In the fast-paced world of veterinary surgery, even the most experienced teams can miss small—but critical—details. That’s where surgical checklists make all the difference. ✔️ They improve communication✔️ Reduce preventable errors✔️ Ensure every patient receives consistent, high-quality care✔️ Create a safer, more confident surgical environment for both staff and animals Whether it’s confirming the correct patient, reviewing anesthesia plans, or checking instrument sterilit

This page is being created as a landing page for all the videos I have created for the Veterinary Students as part of a suturing workshop. The course is designed to help veterinary students develop hands on practical suturing techniques they can use in general practice. The techniques we chose to teach, are the ones we commonly use in surgical scenarios. The techniques are as follows: Slip Knot https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDlOvoqS1PI Knotless end to an intradermal line of

This is a video demonstration of a vasectomy in a male dog, via a prescrotal incision. Click on the link, not the picture. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yE8u9W3kRwU

Seen an interesting case, and wish to write it up as a case report? ⁠ It is a myth that this cannot be performed in general practice, it...

Knotless Suture Technique for Intradermal Suturing - you heard correctly - no knot. ⁠ The video demonstration can be found on my you-tube...

Ala vestibuloplasty before and after photos. Don't let brachycephalic cats suffer when a minimal risk/morbidity surgery can improve their quality of life significantly! ⁠ ⁠ In brachycephalic cats, it is their stenotic nares that are typically the main problem, and addressing the nares can significantly increase these cats quality of life. This cat's owner said to me just two weeks post-operatively "it has changed her life, she is a different cat. Instead of loping around the

Thank-you Western Australian Vets for inviting me to record a message for your International Women's Day event. My message can be found...

This blog post covers temporary tracheostomy placement, and transmyelohyoid oral tracheal intubation, as well as aftercare. 1 - Temporary tracheostomy This is a link to a video I made on the procedure to place a temporary tracheostomy. Always take a lateral radiograph at the completion of the procedure to check where the tube lies in the trachea. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=68aENXAiDdI This is the video that outlines how to make a temporary tracheostomy tube from a steril

Disclaimer: These are my personal tips that helped me to pass my Fellowship and this is written independent of my prior involvement with...

https://www.vss.net.au/brachycephalic-care-unit-jindalee.html⁠ ⁠I am so proud to announce the official opening of BCU at VSS Jindalee. We...

'We would love to have more females involved'. ⁠ This was a short phrase, that was articulated by Dr Mark Glyde (AO orthopaedic faculty),...

1 - Patella Luxation Despite popular belief, patella luxation surgery carries a high risk of complications (roughly 20-40% in dogs,...

Turning our desexing recommendations on their head, finally.⁠ The 2024 World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) guidelines, with >800 references cited, are out. Thankfully, they are in complete agreement with what I have been promoting for the last 3-4 years in my talks. Vets, it is probably time we re-examined our recommendations to responsible pet owners in regards desexing age and procedure (I'm not talking about shelters, however I have some ideas for you too, an