In the spirit of continuous learning and sharing knowledge across the veterinary profession, The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University (TAHMU) delivered an engaging evening of learning and networking for veterinarians and veterinary nurses. Bringing together practitioners, nurses and educators, many who are alumni, this event reinforced the School of Veterinary Medicines commitment to supporting lifelong professional development through accessible, practice‑relevant education and strong connections between the University and the profession.

The small animal veterinarian stream showcased a breadth of expertise across pathology, internal medicine and dermatology. Dr Flaminia Coiacetto opened the evening with Dead Right: The Art of Asking for a Postmortem, providing practical insights into how general practitioners can optimise postmortem investigations. This was followed by Dr Oliver Waite’s session, From Workup to Long‑Term Care: Chronic Enteropathy in General Practice, before Associate Professor Mandy Burrows concluded with Itching to Know: Navigating Atopy in General Practice, drawing on her extensive experience as a specialist dermatologist and educator.

In parallel, the veterinary nurse stream highlighted both technical excellence and wellbeing, with Lynlea Polak presenting The Heart of Veterinary Practice on communication through client loss, Associate Professor Sue Beetson exploring Maximising Your Role in In‑House Pathology, and Teghan Horne delivering a practical and highly relevant session, Keeping Cool Under Pressure, on recognising and responding to shock in veterinary patients.

The equine stream focused on advanced diagnostics and informed clinical decision‑making, with Dr Josie Faulkner presenting Anatomy and Comparative Imaging of the Equine Fetlock, followed by Associate Professor Evita Busschers’ engaging discussion, MRI: Yay or Neigh. The evening concluded with a collaborative presentation by Dr Kirsten Weber and Dr Josie Faulkner, What If We Don’t Want to Pull the Tooth? addressing diagnosis and treatment planning in equine dental disease.

Across all three streams, the event provided valuable opportunities not only for learning, but also for reconnecting with colleagues, strengthening professional networks, and reinforcing a shared culture of continuing professional development supported by TAHMU and the School of Veterinary Medicine.

Keep your eye out for the next event later in the year.