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Learning academy launches in Surrey
The Fitzpatrick Learning Academy incorporates a custom built skills laboratory comprising the latest equipment and materials.

Offers bespoke courses and weekend CPD retreats
 
A state-of-the-art skills facility and a new programme of world class CPD has been launched at the Fitzpatrick Referrals Oncology and Soft Tissue hospital in Surrey.

The Fitzpatrick Learning Academy (FLA) offers bespoke courses such as the Surgical Reboot, as well as weekend retreats for first opinion practitioners who are unable to undertake CPD during the week.

Situated on the Surrey Research Park in Guildford, the FLA incorporates a custom built skills laboratory comprising the latest equipment and materials.

The FLA also benefits from the teaching of independent experts sourced from around the world, in addition to global leaders and specialists on site.

“The Fitzpatrick Learning Academy is the realisation of a dream to capture and distil years of varied practical experience and create an exciting new academic outlet to provide essential learning opportunities to interested professionals," commented
managing director Professor Stuart Carmichael.

“The FLA is a source for new and innovative techniques and whilst not neglecting essential core skills, the academy will make these available as an invaluable resource to encourage good practice and clinical advancement in surgery to the ultimate benefit of our patients."

To find out more about the FLA visit www.fitzpatricklearning.com

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Webinar to explore AMR in vet dentistry

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 The WSAVA has invited veterinary professionals to a webinar on responsible antibiotic usage in dentistry.

On 19 November 2025, at 1am, Dr J Scott Weese and Dr Brooke Niemiec will share the latest advice for antimicrobial use. They will present research on oral bacterology, and explain how attendees can choose appropriate antibiotics.

The session will cover pre-, intra- and post-operative guidelines, with recommendations for various pathologies.

The webinar is designed to support veterinary professionals to make informed decisions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

Attendees can register here

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com