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What is a 'good' consultation?
dog with vet
The project hopes to identify important parts of the consultation, which could be used to assess and improve small animal consults.
New PhD project seeks applicants
 
How do we define and measure a 'good' consultation? A new PhD project by the University of Nottingham and marketing company Onswitch, hopes to find an answer to this question.

The team will collect data from clients, employers and veterinary surgeons, in order to identify key parts of small animal consultations that can be used to assess and improve them.

A series of video recorded consultations will also be used, followed by direct observation of consultations. This will test the feasibility of using certain measures to assess a successful consult.

In the final stage of the project a set of domains will be developed to provide learning outcomes for the 'core consultation' day one skills for veterinary graduates.

To apply for the study, visit http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/pgstudy/how-to-apply/apply-online.aspx and include a CV and covering letter. Early application is strongly recommended.

For more information on eligibility to apply and receive funding, please visit: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/vet/prospectivestudents/postgraduate/studentships.aspx#goodconsultation

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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New form for online veterinary medicines retailers

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has produced a new online form for retailers wishing to sell veterinary medicines on the internet.

The form replace the previous Word version and is part of the VMD's ongoing commitment to digitise its processes. Anyone retailing prescription medicines online, including POM-V, POM-VPS and NFA-VPS categories, is lawfully required to register with the VMD before trading.

The change only applies to new applicants. Retailers already listed on the VMD's Register of Online Retailers or registered under the Accredited Internet Retailer Scheme (AIRS) do not need to do anything.