Continuing Education Courses (CPD)

Join Dr Negar Hamzianpour, Specialist in Ophthalmology as she discusses Ulcers and Conjunctivitis in Felines.

This talk will cover everything GPs need to confidently identify, treat, and triage feline ulcers and conjunctivitis in everyday practice.

Date: Wednesday 22nd April

Time: 7:30pm (Sydney time)

Location: Webinar

Speaker: Dr Negar Hamzianpour

Vet CPD Points: 1 hour of veterinary CPD

F2F Dinner: An evening with SASH Alexandria

Join the SASH Alexandria team for a Referring Vet Continuing Education Dinner!

As always, the evening promises unforgettable CPD, networking, and a premium dining experience. Hosted by the highly esteemed Associate Professor Chris Tan (Surgeon and Alexandria Co-Director), the evening will feature three specialist presentations followed by interactive Q&A sessions.

There will also be an opportunity to meet the broader specialist team from across the SASH network and discuss cases.

Talks & Speakers:

Beyond the numbers: A diagnostic roadmap for persistent liver enzyme

Dr. Jana Leshinsky, BVSc MVS (Small Animal Medicine, Cons Med) MANZCVS (Medicine) DipECVIM-CA (Internal Medicine), Specialist in Internal Medicine

Q&A on HyperA

Dr. Jody Braddock, BVSc(Hons I) MVetClinStud FANZCVS, Specialist in Canine Medicine & Co-Hospital Director

Anaesthetizing the Patient with Liver Disease

Dr. Keaton Schmidt, DVM DACVAA, Specialist in Anaesthesia & Analgesia

Date: Thursday, 30th April 2026

Time: Drinks from 6:00 pm for a 7:30 pm start

Location: The Marquee Dining Room, Frazer Street, Lilyfield NSW

Vet CPD Points: 1 hour of veterinary CPD

Please join us for a relaxed evening of canapés, drinks, and CE at the Chittaway Bay Tavern. This Grand Rounds event will feature orthopaedic cases presented by our Specialist Surgery Team.

Topics and Speakers:

• MPLs… When They Are Not Straightforward Presented by: Dr Paul Jenkins, Specialist in Surgery
• Navigating Hip Dysplasia for Your Patients for Your Patients Presented by: Dr César Gomes, Boarded in Surgery

Date: Thursday, 14th May 2026

Time: 6:30pm canapés & drinks. Talks start at 7pm

Location: Chittaway Bay Tavern (in the Chittaway Bay Shopping Centre).

Vet CPD Points: 1 hour of veterinary CPD

F2F Dinners in Ballina and Gold Coast

Due popular demand, our SASH Gold Coast team will provide the Southern Queensland and Northern New South Wales regions with educational evenings.

Network with your colleages, as you enjoy drinks, dinner and educational talks from the SASH Gold Coast team.

Talks and Speakers:

• No guts no glory – how to tackle Chronic Enteropathies, with Dr Ninette Keller BVSc BVSc(Hons) MMedVet(Med) GradCertEd(Tert), Internal Medicine Veterinarian
• Anaesthesia for Cardiac Disease Patients with Dr Shaun Pratt BVSc(Hons I) FANZCVS(Anaesthesia and Analgesia) Specialist in Anaesthesia and Analgesia

Audience: We welcome both vets and nurses to these evenings.

CPD Points: 1 hour of veterinary CPD

GOLD COAST EVENT

Date: Thursday, 7th May 2026

Time: 6:30 pm: Registration, Food, Drinks & Networking. 7:00 pm: Presentation commences.

Location: Dog and Parrot Tavern, 2 Scottsdale Dr, Robina QLD 4226.

RSVP: As this is a catered event with limited capacity, please register by 1st May 2026

NORTHERN NSW EVENT (in Ballina)

Date: Thursday, 21st May 2026

Time: 6:30 pm: Registration, Food, Drinks & Networking. 7:00 pm: Presentation commences.

Location: Ballina Byron Islander Resort, 1 Ronan Pl, Ballina NSW 2478.

RSVP: As this is a catered event with limited capacity, please register by 14th May 2026.

This 2-day, hands-on workshop is designed for veterinarians who wish to expand their surgical skillset and confidently incorporate a wider range of soft tissue and orthopedic procedures into their clinical practice. The course emphasizes clinically relevant anatomy, step-by-step technique instruction, and practical tips to improve surgical efficiency and outcomes. Each procedure will be introduced through lectures that integrate case-based videos, followed by extensive laboratory time to allow participants to practice techniques under instructor guidance.

Speakers: Dr Clara Goh and Dr Trent Gall

Date #1: Saturday, 13th June 2026 to Sunday, 14th June 2026

Location: Veterinary Science Conference Centre, Regimental Drive, The University of Sydney NSW

CPD points: 20

Special Code: As a special offer from CVE, we have a discount code for the first five registrants. Use code SASH20 at check out to receive a 20% discount.

Contact: This workshop is managed by the Centre for Veterinary Education, please contact them via cve.enquiries@sydney.edu.au if you have any questions regarding the event.

Advancing care through collaboration

Get ready for the SASH Adelaide 2026 Conference, returning to the Adelaide Convention Centre on Saturday October 31st and Sunday November 1st. Join us for two huge days of learning, connection and celebration.

This year’s program theme is “Advancing Care Through Collaboration” and is packed with 2 lecture streams – one specifically for Veterinarians and one for Veterinary Nurses – hands‑on workshops, happy hour, a sponsored breakfast, and plenty more opportunities to sharpen your skills and connect with colleagues from across the profession. It’s shaping up to be our biggest and most inspiring event yet.

Last years event sold out quickly so register your interest now and be the first to receive the registration link as soon as registration officially opens! We hope to see you there!

Dates: Saturday 31st October – Sunday 1st November

Location: Adelaide Convention Centre