Keeping up with CPD!

As veterinary nursing education in the UK moves into its second half century, I'm struck by how much we have moved forward over this relatively short period of time. Fifty years ago, when veterinary nursing formally began, there were no prescription diets, very limited options for wound dressings and many veterinary practices were getting their first X-ray and anaesthetic machines! But veterinary nursing is a science, and like any science subject ideas and techniques are changing all the time as new discoveries are being made and new equipment invented, and these need to be studied and discussed. It is vital, therefore, that like any science profession veterinary nursing keeps abreast of the changes.

The forthcoming BSAVA congress taking place in Birmingham from March 31 to April 3 provides a fantastic opportunity to ‘take a look’ at the latest methods, while meeting up with colleagues, discussing best practice and learning from the experts. If you are lucky enough to be able to attend, come and visit our stand (no. 117) in the trade exhibition — we would love to meet you, hear your thoughts on the journal and hear any ideas you have for future articles.