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The newly revised BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Ophthalmology has just been published. It is a useful and up to date practical guide to common canine and feline ophthalmic conditions. It would be a valuable addition to any general practice as an practical manual, and would also be useful for those wishing to learn more…

Natasha is an appointed panelist for eye testing under the BVA/KC/ISDS Canine Health Schemes. The main purpose of the scheme is to ensure that there is no evidence of hereditary eye disease in dogs used for breeding. Litters under the age of 12 weeks can be tested for congenital hereditary ocular diseases. Some breeds may…

The BSAVA Manual of Feline Practice: A Foundation Manual has been published. It is a very visual manual covering all aspects of feline veterinary care, with contributors from all over the globe. Natasha contributed the ophthalmology content.

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Natasha will give a talk to North Connaught Clinical Society on Thursday 28th March 2013 with the title: “Common eye conditions and some useful tips for the mixed practitioner”

The IEVC takes place in Galway on 8th-10th November 2012. Natasha is giving two presentations: Equine fundus examination How to: Place an equine ocular lavage catheter She will also participate in a round-table discussion with colleagues. More information is available by clicking here.

The annual AVSPNI conference is taking place on October 12-14th in Limavady. Natasha is giving four ophthalmology presentations: ‘Farm animal ophthalmology – to enucleate or not to enucleate?’ ‘Light up your life: Getting the most out of your ophthalmoscope’ ‘Common ophthalmic conditions in dogs and cats’ ‘Ocular therapeutics, stocking the pharmacy’ More information is available…

A talk is being given to the Galway Veterinary Clinical Society on September 27th, entitled ‘Common ocular emergencies in small animals and horses’. Members of the clinical society can attend, and new members are always welcome.

A wetlab is being given on 20th September, titled ‘Getting to grips with the eye exam – a practical approach for the busy vet’. It is sponsored by MSD and is in conjunction with Skillnet.