Diving Into Dermatology: How Veterinary Nurses Can Lead The Way

Veterinary nurses play an essential role in the care and management of animals with skin and ear conditions. With their clinical expertise, hands-on skills, and direct client interaction, they are perfectly positioned to make a significant impact to the outcome of dermatology consultations for pets and their owners.

In this episode, Liz Cox talks dermatology with RVNs Jennifer and Laurie from the Dermatology Referral Service. They discuss the range of procedures they support with every day and share tips for getting more involved in these consultations in your practice such as in performing earing and interpreting ear cytology.

Jennifer Grant

Jenni qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2019. She worked in general practice and OOH before becoming part of the Dermatology Referral team in 2022 where she is now Head Nurse. Jenni has a Merit award in Dermatology Veterinary Nursing.

Laurie Adams

Laurie qualified as an RVN in 2015 and has worked in a variety of settings before settling at Derm Vet Referral where she is currently Practice Director.  As well as her keen interest in dermatology, she is passionate about developing future generations of nurses.

Liz Cox

Liz is the Group Veterinary Nursing Advisor, a critical part of the delivery of a modern veterinary service and the development of our professional nursing team and complementary care providers such as our teams providing physio and hydrotherapy. Liz is a founding member of the IVC Evidensia Nurse Committee, has presented at major Veterinary Congresses and holds senior office on the RCVS Nurse Council. She has a passion for Nurse Development and training and has worked in a full range of practices from single-site to hospital practices and as a locum for Bristol Veterinary School.

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Links

Dermatology Referral Service CPD: https://www.vetdermreferrals.co.uk/for-veterinary-surgeons/cpd