DermClub 2021
The strength of DermClub is in our presenters reading and summarizing current research and clinical findings on the evening’s topic and combining these with case study discussion from their own dermatology clinic. This means you get the most up-to-date, cutting edge information on current issues in veterinary dermatology distilled into one hour of world class CPD right here in Perth. Information and knowledge immediately applicable in your own clinic and with your own patients. Dr Burrows has been known to provide valuable insights into puzzling cases right during question time at the end of a Dermclub seminar. You cannot get more immediately applicable veterinary CPD than that!
This free CPD offering with world class experts in veterinary dermatology is not to be missed.
Make sure to save the dates in your calendar and join us for six great nights of riveting veterinary dermatology in 2021, made possible through the generous support of our DermClub sponsors.
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2017 to 2021 DermClub Recordings
DermClub 2021
DermClub for Vets
The Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex. Has anything changed?
The feline eosinophilic granuloma complex (EGC) is a group of lesions (indolent/eosinophilic ulcer; eosinophilic plaque and eosinophilic granuloma) that affect the skin, mucocutaneous junctions, oral cavity and combinations of these. It is important to understand that EGC is not a diagnosis, but rather a mucocutaneous reaction pattern with many known associations. In this presentation, we will review the EGC as concerns clinical associations, various histopathological nuances, the importance of bacterial infection in some of the lesions and the category of idiopathic EGC as well as reviewing management and prognosis. This lecture is a must for any veterinarian in practice who is managing cats with skin disease; entertaining, practical and informative; there will be a number of important, take-home messages to update the busy veterinary practitioner.
Date: Wednesday, 21st July 2021
Location: Murdoch University
Time: 7:00pm registration
Presenter: A/Prof Mandy Burrows
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DermClub for Nurses
Diagnostic approach to canine otitis externa
Otitis is one of the most common conditions encountered in general practice. Otitis is inflammation of the ear canal. Otitis may be restricted to the vertical and horizontal ear canals (otitis externa) or it may affect the middle ear cavity (otitis media). This usually occurs when infection spreads through the tympanic membrane into the tympanic bullae. Otitis interna refers to inflammation that has reached the cochlea or semicircular canals. As with other dermatological problems, a full history and physical examination is required when investigating cases of otitis. The main aim of this is to establish if the dog has any underlying factors that may be causing the otitis (e.g., predisposing factors or primary causes). In particular, dogs should be examined to see if they have any signs of more generalised skin disease. Disease that is strictly limited to one ear canal is more likely to be seen with conditions such as grass seeds, tumours and stenosis. This lecture will review the diagnostic approach to otitis externa including otoscopic examination and cytology and briefly discuss the investigation of underlying causes. This lecture is a must for all veterinary nurses working in small animal practice to gain a better understanding of the problems associated with otitis externa in dogs.
Date: Wednesday, 1st September 2021
Location: Murdoch University
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DermClub for Vets
Feline otitis: is it different to dogs?
Otitis is typically a multifactorial disease process involving underlying predisposing diseases and subsequent secondary infections. While the basic principles of pathogenesis and treatment of otitis are similar in the cat and dog, there are significant differences in anatomy, aetiology and some disease syndromes between the species. This lecture will review the diagnostic approach to feline otitis externa and otitis media as well as specifically discussing nasopharyngeal polyps and their management in veterinary practice. The lecture will combine the expertise of two registered specialists in veterinary dermatology and veterinary imaging; Dr Mandy Burrows and Dr Zoe Lenard to bring you a fun-filled, entertaining lecture packed full of advice and practical take-home tips!
Date: Wednesday, 6th October 2021
Location: Murdoch University
Time: 7:00pm registration
Presenter: A/Prof Mandy Burrows
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DermClub for Nurses
Clinical signs and diagnosis of canine atopic dermatitis
Date: Wednesday, 3rd November 2021
Location: Murdoch University
Time: 7:00pm registration
Presenter: Dr Hillary Chan
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DermClub for Vets
Management of barrier function for atopic dermatitis: does it help?
Skin barrier dysfunction in canine atopic dermatitis has been documented as the result of primary abnormalities of the skin but can also arise secondary to inflammation, even when skin appears clinically non-lesional. It is logical to speculate that skin barrier function improves as inflammation and pruritus are controlled. Oclacitinib and lokivetmab increase hydration and control water loss despite repeated allergen challenge where prednisone worsens hydration due to the negative effect of glucocorticoids on cutaneous thickness and lipid extrusion. The upper layers of the epidermis of atopic dogs are deficient in ceramides and this finding has been the foundation of skin barrier repair strategies that focus on the replenishment of ceramides and overall lipid content of the skin of atopic dogs. This lecture will review the efficacy of treatments that specifically target skin barrier repair. This final lecture for the year is a must for any veterinarian in practice who is managing dogs with skin disease; entertaining, practical and informative; there will be a number of important, take-home messages to update the busy veterinary practitioner.
Date: Wednesday, 1st December 2021
Location: Murdoch University
Time: 7:00pm registration
Presenter: A/Prof Mandy Burrows
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DermClub for Nurses
General diagnostic approach to pruritic skin disease in the cat
Date: Wednesday, 24th February 2021
Location: Online
Time: 7:30pm registration
Presenter: Dr Alex Moore
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DermClub for Vets
Allergy testing in cats: is it worth it?
Date: Wednesday, 21st April 2021
Location: Murdoch University
Time: 7:00pm registration
Presenter: A/Prof Mandy Burrows
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DermClub for Nurses
Management of the atopic cat: have we moved away from prednisolone?
Date: Wednesday, 2nd June
Location: Murdoch University
Time: 7:00pm registration
Presenter: Dr Hillary Chan
