Check out details and photo galleries from past workshops run by Practical CPD
Brachycephalic Surgery Wet-lab AU (April 2026)
This one-day workshop will address the challenges faced when presented with a dog with Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome. It will aid your surgical decision making in these complex and often urgent cases. You will learn [...]
Part 2: Introduction to the Stifle: Patella AU (April 2026)
This course will review the common presentations of canine patella luxation, along with the associated diagnostic challenges and treatment strategies. Participants will gain the confidence to manage medial patella luxation using a combination of trochleoplasty, [...]
Part 1: Introduction to the Stifle: Cruciate AU (April 2026)
Participants will gain hands-on, practical experience in diagnosing and managing canine cruciate disease, learning both the standard extracapsular suture technique and the OrthoSta Ligament Repair System. Through guided instruction and supervised practice, you will develop [...]
Wound Management and Skin Reconstruction Techniques Wet-lab NZ (March 2026)
In this course, we discussed wound healing, how to manage open wounds, and skin reconstruction techniques. Participants were then able to practise and consolidate the theoretical knowledge in the wet lab. The cadaver workshops included [...]
Practical Abdominal Ultrasound NZ (March 2026)
Dr Emily Short BVSc (Dist) MANZCVS (SA Radiology) DipECVDI European Specialist in Veterinary Radiology® This two-day, practical workshop improved your confidence and skill when performing abdominal ultrasonography. It was aimed at novice to intermediate scanners [...]
Practical Dentistry for Veterinarians AU
This engaging workshop is designed specifically for veterinarians and explores the key foundations of veterinary dentistry. Participants will gain essential insights to enhance their clinical skills and confidence, including effective assessment, treatment planning, and the [...]
Wound Management and Skin Reconstruction Techniques AU
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, [...]
Guided TPLO and Meniscus Workshop
This two-day workshop will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how to perform TPLO, and how to assess and treat meniscal disease through a mini-arthrotomy. This workshop includes dry labs, patient-specific cadaver practice, radiography [...]
Management & Placement of Subcutaneous Ureteral Bypass System (SUB) & PleuralPort Wet-lab AU (February 2026)
The hands-on instruction in SUB device placement and PleuralPort management equips practitioners with step-bystep protocols that can be directly applied in clinical settings, improving surgical outcomes and reducing complication rates. Overall, the course translates advanced [...]
Advanced Practical Dentistry for Veterinarians NZ (November 2026)
This practical 2-day workshop took delegate's dentistry to the next level, boosting confidence in tackling common conditions like periodontal disease and potential salvage options, while also equipping them to approach complex cases such as facial [...]
Practical Dentistry for Veterinarians NSW (November 2025)
Participants gained expertise in dental X-ray techniques and the nuanced skill of interpreting radiographs. The focus extended to dental extractions, encompassing both routine and surgical procedures. Small group discussions fostered collaborative learning, while emphasis was [...]
Anaesthesia and Emergency for Vet Nurses NZ (November 2025)
Veterinary nurses played an essential role in critical care nursing and the administration and monitoring of anaesthesia and analgesia in small animal practice. This one-day practical workshop reviewed the techniques needed to ensure patients received [...]











