Description
This practical and insightful session is designed for general practice veterinarians of all experience levels who are involved in managing post-tumor wound closure in dogs. The lecture provides clear, step-by-step guidance on fundamental reconstructive techniques, including second intention healing, advancement flaps, Z-plasty, flank fold flaps and axial pattern flaps. This workshop will also focus on commonly encountered anatomical sites such as the extremities, ventral abdomen, lateral thigh, and lateral thorax.
Key Skills:
- Deciding on an approach to the patient with a large traumatic or surgical wound.
- Know the facets of open wound management and second intention healing.
- Use basic an advanced reconstruction techniques for large open wounds.
Speaker Biography
Dr. Charles A. Kuntz, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVS, MANZCVSc, ACVS Founding Fellow of Surgical Oncology, Australian Registered Specialist in Small Animal Surgery

Dr. Charles Kuntz is a specialist veterinary surgeon and Founding Fellow of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in Surgical Oncology, recognised internationally for his contributions to small animal surgery and veterinary education. Over his career, he has performed thousands of complex surgical procedures, trained multiple surgical residents, and published extensively in the veterinary literature, including pioneering work in surgical oncology and neurosurgery. Beyond the operating theatre, he is the founder of VetDojo, a leading educational platform and YouTube channel with over 70,000 subscribers, providing free and accessible continuing education to veterinarians worldwide. Combining clinical excellence, innovation, and teaching, Dr. Kuntz is committed to advancing surgical standards, mentoring the next generation of veterinary specialists, and improving outcomes for pets and their families.
Value to your practice
With a case-based approach and evidence-informed discussion of complications, surgical decision-making, and outcomes, this session delivers immediately applicable knowledge that boosts surgical confidence and improves patient care.
Event Details
Start date: March 12, 2026
End date: March 13, 2026
Start time: 08:30 AEDT
End time: 17:00 AEDT
Venue: Advanced Centre for Education (ACE) Facility - 21 Chaplin Dr, Lane Cove NSW 2066, Australia
Coordinates: -33.8090606251281, 151.14915218091693
Phone: 1800 960 300
Email: info@practicalcpd.com.au