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Common Conditions of Geriatric Rats and Mice

Common Conditions of Geriatric Rats and Mice
Common Conditions of Geriatric Rats and Mice

This webinar will provide an overview of common geriatric diseases of rats and mice. Conditions such as renal disease, chronic respiratory disease and pituitary neoplasia will be discussed. The webinar will focus on a practical approach: how to diagnose, treat or control geriatric rodent diseases. Palliative care and euthanasia techniques will also be reviewed.

This webinar qualifies for one (1) hour of continuing education.

This webinar is hosted by our partner ASAP laboratory.

Recording from 19.09.2017

Speaker:

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Brendan Carmel

Dr Brendan Carmel BVSc, MVS, MANZCVSC (Unusual Pets), GDipComp

Brendan has many years experience as a veterinarian with small animals. Some career highlights include: Zoo Veterinarian for 3 years at Healesville Sanctuary, Victoria where he completed a Master of Veterinary Studies in Australian Native Wildlife, Past President (Founding President) of the Unusual & Exotic Pet Veterinarians special interest group of the Australian Veterinary Association, Lecturer in Wildlife & Unusual & Exotic Pet Medicine, The University of Melbourne, James Cook University, Townsville, Founding Member of the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians, Founding Member of the Association of Reptilian & Amphibian Veterinarians, Speaker at national & international conferences, Member of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists (Unusual Pet Medicine and Surgery), Associate Editor, Australian Veterinary Journal, Consultant in Exotic and Unusual Pets, Veterinary Clinical Centre, University of Melbourne

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Duration: 0:50 h
Speaker: Brendan Carmel
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