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AVA Conference Brisbane 2018

The AVA Annual Conference is the nation’s premier veterinary event, covering all fields of veterinary science and in 2017 brought together over 920 veterinary professionals and 115 exhibitors.

We hope you will join us for the 2018 AVA Annual Conference in Brisbane, 13-18 May.
Visit conference.ava.com.au to register. To download a pdf file of the entire program click here.

8:15am AEST

Oral examination

Along with obtaining a good history from clients, performing a safe and thorough conscious oral examination in veterinary patients should be incorporated as part of a standard, full physical examination in both dental and non-dental cases. The findings from a thorough oral exam permit clinicians to generate treatment planning prior to the anesthetized dental procedure, allowing client communication regarding the severity of the dental disease and its prognosis. In addition, clinicians will also be able to estimate the amount of time needed for the dental procedure and plan their surgery day efficiently. A systematic approach to oral examinations that includes both extraoral and intraoral components will be discussed in this presentation. Clinically relevant anatomy of the skull and oral cavity will be reviewed as part of normal findings. Common dental pathology, such as periodontal disease, endodontal disease, and tooth resorption, will also be discussed along with their common presenting clinical signs. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dog/cat skull model (only if available; this is not mandatory) to this presentation.

Speakers

Williana Basuki

Will was born and grew up in Indonesia. She earned her veterinary degree at the University of Queensland in 2010. Following veterinary school, she embarked on her journey as a small animal veterinarian before entering a year of rotating internship followed by a year of surgery internship... Read More →

Monday May 14, 2018 8:15am - 9:15am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

9:15am AEST

Intraoral radiographs – technique and interpretation

There are a growing number of small animal veterinary practices in Australia that own and perform dental radiographs as part of their routine dental procedures. Dental radiographs aid clinicians in diagnosing dental disease more accurately and allows clinicians to assess some of the anatomical structures that” are not apparent to the eye, such as tooth roots. In addition, dental radiographs are extremely invaluable for clinicians in post-operative evaluation, allowing for effective client communication and serving as a legal document. Performing dental radiographs can be technically challenging due to unique skull structures and limited space in the oral cavity. This presentation is aimed at describing the commonly used techniques in performing intraoral and extraoral radiographs that are pertinent to canine and feline dentistry such as the bisecting angle technique. Interpretation of dental radiographs that includes normal anatomical findings and common pathological changes will also be thoroughly discussed. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dog/cat skull model (only if available; this is not mandatory) to this presentation.

Speakers

Williana Basuki

Will was born and grew up in Indonesia. She earned her veterinary degree at the University of Queensland in 2010. Following veterinary school, she embarked on her journey as a small animal veterinarian before entering a year of rotating internship followed by a year of surgery internship... Read More →

Monday May 14, 2018 9:15am - 10:15am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

1:30pm AEST

Simple and surgical tooth extractions

Tooth extractions in cats and dogs are surgical procedures. They involve careful treatment planning including taking preoperative radiographs to ascertain root curvature, concurrent bony or root abnormalities or pathology, supernumerary roots in multi-rooted teeth and the closeness of the roots to important anatomical structures. The correct use of hand and motor driven instrumentation is essential for performing successful tooth extractions. Extractions can be time consuming, frustrating and should not be entered into lightly. Misadventure or complications are common place when attempting tooth extractions. This lecture will look at the instrumentation currently available including a look at new mechanical periotomes. The lecture will also discuss the steps that are carried out to perform stress free tooth extractions whilst minimising any potential risks.

Speakers

Anthony Caiafa

Veterinary Dentist, James Cook University

Anthony graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 1978. He worked in companion animal practice for 17 years, where he obtained memberships in both small animal surgery (1992) and veterinary dentistry (1993).He then returned to full time studies... Read More →

Monday May 14, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

2:30pm AEST

Fundamentals of endodontic disease

Disease of the pulp is sadly often overlooked and underdiagnosed in clinical practice. Even when the patient is under general anaesthesia, complicated crown fractures involving the pulp can be missed during an oral examination. Pulpal disease can cause pain, local or facial swelling, lethargy, pyrexia and a decrease in quality of life in our pet population. This lecture will look at the diagnosis of pulpal disease including the use of the essential diagnostic tools that assist in making a diagnosis and formulating a treatment plan. The lecture will also offer an introduction to pulpal therapy including vital pulp therapy (pulpotomy) and conventional root canal treatment. A discussion of the instrumentation required and the steps involved in performing successful pulp therapy will follow.

Speakers

Anthony Caiafa

Veterinary Dentist, James Cook University

Anthony graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 1978. He worked in companion animal practice for 17 years, where he obtained memberships in both small animal surgery (1992) and veterinary dentistry (1993).He then returned to full time studies... Read More →

Monday May 14, 2018 2:30pm - 3:30pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

8:00am AEST

The national security implications of biological warfare against animals

Whilst there have been many incidents where state actors (military personnel and intelligence operatives) or non-state actors (activists, insurgents, terrorists and criminals) have attempted or used biological weapons against animals, they are rarely examined in detail. This presentation will examine a number of these incidents including Imperial Germany’s global sabotage campaign against horses during the First World War, Operation Vegetarian, a British plan to retaliate against German cattle herds during the Second World War and the unauthorised release of rabbit haemorrhagic disease virus in New Zealand in 1997. The potential national security implications for Australia of these and other incidents will be considered as well as the role of veterinarians in attributing the cause of an incident and inform any subsequent government response.

Speakers

Tim Naylor

Tuesday May 15, 2018 8:00am - 8:30am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Public Health

8:30am AEST

Managing the risk of human exposures to ABLV

This presentation aims to provide veterinarians with knowledge and approaches they can use to minimise the risk of death due to Australian bat lyssavirus (ABLV) to themselves, their staff, clients and their pets. ABLV is a rabies-like virus endemic in Australian bats that has spilled-over to cause an invariably fatal encephalitis in humans (n=3) and horses (n=2). Due to the similarities with rabies virus, it is assumed that any adequately exposed mammal would develop clinical disease and would pose a risk of secondary transmission to humans and others. While ABLV is present in less than 1% of all free-living bats; it is more common (5-10%) in the sick, injured or orphaned bats that bat carers, veterinarians, and pets are more likely to come into contact with. A pet, typically a dog or cat, that is known or suspected to have had contact with a bat may have been infected with ABLV â€“ and is at risk of developing fatal clinical disease and of transmitting ABLV to others. Selection of the most appropriate actions for a potentially exposed pet should be made on a case-by-case basis. Veterinarians need to be able to assess ABLV risk and provide information that allows owners to make informed decisions about the most appropriate options for their circumstances. Risk mitigation options include: pre-exposure vaccination, avoiding being bitten or scratched by a bat, determining whether exposure to ABLV has occurred by testing the bat or observing the bat for 10 days, post-exposure vaccination, euthanasia of the pet and/or monitoring and reporting onset of clinical disease in animals. Only rabies-vaccinated people who are experienced in handling bats and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment should rescue or examine a bat or other animal suspected of ABLV infection. If potentially exposed to ABLV via a bite or scratch - immediately wash the wound and seek urgent medical advice.

Speakers

Janine Barrett

Principal Veterinary Scientist, Biosecurity Queensland, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries

Janine is Principal Veterinary Officer (Surveillance) with Biosecurity Queensland and a member of the Australian New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Veterinary Pathology. She did her PhD on Australian Bat lyssavirus here in Queensland and is coordinating a novel program... Read More →

Tuesday May 15, 2018 8:30am - 9:00am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Public Health

9:00am AEST

Equine Arboviruses of Australia

Australia has a diverse population of arthropod-borne (arbo-) viruses. Many of these don’t cause disease, however, some can cause severe disease in humans and animals. In horses, the mosquito-borne West Nile (Kunjin), Murray Valley encephalitis and Ross River viruses can cause neurological or musculo-skeletal disease. This presentation will review current knowledge on the pathology, diagnosis and epidemiology of the diseases associated with these viruses, and the implications for surveillance and reporting will be considered.

Speakers

David Williams

Group Leader, CSIRO Australian Animal Health Laboratory

Dr David Williams is the leader of the Emergency Disease Laboratory Diagnosis group at the CSIRO Australian Animal Health Laboratory, Geelong, Victoria. This group comprises multidisciplinary capability in virus diagnostics, contributing to national and regional emergency animal disease... Read More →

Tuesday May 15, 2018 9:00am - 9:30am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Public Health

9:30am AEST

African swine fever: a devastating disease of pigs

African swine fever (ASF) is a highly lethal and contagious disease of domestic and wild pigs caused by the ASF virus. It is commonly found in Africa, however in 2007 the virus spread to eastern Europe and subsequently spread to nine other countries, causing devastating impacts to their pork industries. As a result of increased travel and trade, there is now a very real risk of ASF spreading to China - the world’s largest producer of pigs – and onward spread to Australia. This represents a major threat to our biosecurity and pork industry, and would lead to a significant financial burden. This presentation will review current knowledge on the pathogenesis, epidemiology and diagnosis of ASF. Research undertaken at the Australian Animal Health Laboratory has focused on developing models of infection, diagnostic test development and evaluation, and studying host responses. Results from this research will be presented and discussed.

Speakers

David Williams

Group Leader, CSIRO Australian Animal Health Laboratory

Dr David Williams is the leader of the Emergency Disease Laboratory Diagnosis group at the CSIRO Australian Animal Health Laboratory, Geelong, Victoria. This group comprises multidisciplinary capability in virus diagnostics, contributing to national and regional emergency animal disease... Read More →

Tuesday May 15, 2018 9:30am - 10:00am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Public Health

10:45am AEST

How collaborative is One Health in practice?

One Health is a no-brainer, a simple concept that should work easily. After all, we are highly intelligent and highly educated professionals. But, in the words of a learned colleague “this cross-sectoral communication and collaboration should be easy, but it’s not!”. This presentation will take a critical look at the enablers or and barriers to effective collaboration, which is the cornerstone of One Health and to explore how the veterinary profession can “do its bit”. This is important because an effective One Health response depends on good communication and collaboration. The presentation is informed by my experiences working with the Fiji Ministry of Health to develop a national One Health strategy and in Queensland helping establish a One Health network. I hope to leave the audience with an appreciation of the benefits of applying systems thinking approaches to gain better understanding of One Health problems and solutions and to stimulate some tangential thoughts.

Speakers

Simon Reid

University of Queensland

Associate Professor Simon Reid is a keen advocate of One Health, which is an emerging international field of research and practice integrating human, animal and ecosystem health to address health hazards at the human-animal-ecosystem interface. His formal training was in Veterinary... Read More →

Tuesday May 15, 2018 10:45am - 11:45am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Public Health

2:30pm AEST

Domestic violence, animal abuse/human behaviour

The link between Interpersonal Violence and Animal Abuse has been well established. Numerous papers have focused on the link and the role of the veterinarian in recognising and reporting animal abuse. Intentional or overt animal abuse/ cruelty cases are not uncommon. The field of Veterinary Forensics is growing and Veterinarians are more likely to identify cases of non-accidental injury in practice. Animal cruelty can also occur as a result of neglect or a failure to provide for an animal under the care of the owner or person in charge. In Animal hoarding and puppy farming cases, there are poor welfare outcomes for large numbers of animals. Whilst the physical results of abuse are easier to identify, psychological distress and pain should always be considered in any animal cruelty case. The underlying human behaviour and motivation that results in animal cruelty varies and this will determine the approach we use to achieve better outcomes.

Speakers

Magdoline Awad

Chief Veterinary Officer, Greencross

Dr Magdoline Awad has a Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree from the University of Sydney, a graduate degree in Veterinary Professional Practice Management, and Membership of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in the Animal Welfare Chapter.She was appointed... Read More →

Tuesday May 15, 2018 2:30pm - 3:30pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Welfare

4:00pm AEST

Feline tooth resorption

Tooth resorption (TR) is one of the most common oral pathology in feline patients with a reported prevalence of 28-67%. In the past, TR was also known as cat caries, neck lesions, cervical line lesions, pink spot of mummery, and Feline Odontoclastic Resorption Lesion (FORL). A progressive loss of tooth substance characterizes TR and it is known as a painful condition causing anorexia, ptyalism, lethargy, dysphagia, and oral sensitivity or “mouth shyness” depending on the severity. It is widely known that the treatment of TR can be either surgical extraction or intentional coronectomy (crown amputation) of the affected tooth. However, opinions on the treatment selection may be varied among small animal practitioners. This presentation is aimed to guide clinicians in understanding the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) classification of TR stages and types and their clinical importance in choosing the appropriate treatment option for the affected patient. Both techniques will also be described along with the potential complications.

Speakers

Williana Basuki

Will was born and grew up in Indonesia. She earned her veterinary degree at the University of Queensland in 2010. Following veterinary school, she embarked on her journey as a small animal veterinarian before entering a year of rotating internship followed by a year of surgery internship... Read More →

Tuesday May 15, 2018 4:00pm - 5:00pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

5:00pm AEST

Feline gingivostomatitis - things that we all need to know!

To end our second day, we will tackle the topic of feline gingivostomatitis. Feline gingivostomatitis or stomatitis is known as a severe and debilitating chronic inflammatory disease of the oral cavity affecting the gum tissue (gingiva) and the oral mucosa. Fortunately, it is not very common and its prevalence is known to be about 0.7-12% of the general population. At the beginning of this presentation, we will discuss the common presenting signs and the potential differential diagnoses of other oral inflammation that occur in our feline patients along with the appropriate diagnostic work up. Treatment options such as full mouth vs. partial mouth extractions along with other adjunct therapies such as immunomodulatory medications, pain management, and laser therapy will be discussed. This condition can be very frustrating for both clinicians and pet owners, making client communication and managing client expectations crucial. A brief presentation of a clinical case will also be provided at the end of the lecture. Attendees are also encouraged to share their experiences in managing this disease at the end of the presentation.

Speakers

Williana Basuki

Will was born and grew up in Indonesia. She earned her veterinary degree at the University of Queensland in 2010. Following veterinary school, she embarked on her journey as a small animal veterinarian before entering a year of rotating internship followed by a year of surgery internship... Read More →

Tuesday May 15, 2018 5:00pm - 6:00pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

8:00am AEST

Periodontal disease – pathogenesis and treatment options

Periodontal disease is defined as the inflammation and infection of the periodontium and it is the most common oral pathology diagnosed in the dog with up to 80% of the canine population affected by the age of 2. Periodontal disease is a progressive and debilitating disease that may lead to systemic ramifications and early disease recognition is crucial by clinicians. Performing a thorough oral examination along with intraoral radiographs are important for diagnosing and generating an appropriate treatment planning for individual patient. Clinicians also needs to be aware that each treatment planning should also be based on client’s expectation and patient’s compliance; therefore, client communication and education are essential in every periodontal disease case. This lecture is aimed to discuss the pathogenesis of periodontal disease along with the available treatment and management options such as professional dental prophylaxis, perioceutical treatment, bone grafts, and root planing. A brief discussion on oral home care will also be presented.

Speakers

Williana Basuki

Will was born and grew up in Indonesia. She earned her veterinary degree at the University of Queensland in 2010. Following veterinary school, she embarked on her journey as a small animal veterinarian before entering a year of rotating internship followed by a year of surgery internship... Read More →

Wednesday May 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

9:00am AEST

Regional nerve blocks in canine and feline dentistry

Dental procedures, such as teeth extractions and periodontal surgery, are considered to be invasive and painful surgeries. Providing pain management in human and veterinary dentistry is crucial for patient comfort. Moreover, blocking nociceptive input during the surgery also helps in preventing post-operative wind-up pain. Other than direct administration of systemic analgesic drugs, pain management in dentistry can be achieved through regional nerve blocks. Nerve blocks also increases anesthesia safety by significantly decreasing the dose of inhalant anesthetic agents needed; therefore, reducing any potential cardiovascular and respiratory depression effects during the anesthesia especially in long dental procedures. The aim of this presentation is to describe the different techniques of regional nerve blocks that are commonly used in canine and feline dentistry. Each technique will be discussed thoroughly and the required instrumentations, important anatomical landmarks, and potential complications will also be provided. Furthermore, this presentation will also describe different types of local anesthetic agents along with their side effects, duration of action, and onset of action.

Speakers

Williana Basuki

Will was born and grew up in Indonesia. She earned her veterinary degree at the University of Queensland in 2010. Following veterinary school, she embarked on her journey as a small animal veterinarian before entering a year of rotating internship followed by a year of surgery internship... Read More →

Wednesday May 16, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

10:30am AEST

Emerging diseases in Australian marine wildlife

For centuries Australia has been isolated form the rest of the world by a large distance and this has allowed it to remain free from a number of infectious diseases. Additionally, Australia has a large coastline with a relatively small population which has allowed the marine environment to remain relatively pristine and free of contaminants. In the last few decades, however, international travel and trade have increased bringing with it an increased risk of infectious diseases entering the country. In the same period industries such as mining and oil and gas have prospered leading to contamination of the marine environment. Global warming may be playing a part in the emergence of infectious diseases in Australian marine animals as it may alter the environment enough to make animals more susceptible to contracting these diseases. Diseases that have emerged over the last 20-30 years in Australian marine animals include cetacean morbillivirus, coccidiosis in green turtles (Chelonia mydas), toxoplasmosis, Streptococcus agalactiae and brucellosis.

Speakers

David Blyde

Veternarian, Sea World

David Blyde is the veterinarian at Sea World, Gold Coast, Australia, a position he has held since 2001. David graduated from the University of Sydney in 1982 with a BVSc. After graduating he worked in mixed animal practice, small animal practice, horse practice and TAFE. He worked... Read More →

Wednesday May 16, 2018 10:30am - 11:00am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Conservation Biology

11:00am AEST

Turtle Trials and Tribulations

JCU Turtle Health Research brings together academics, postgraduate students and volunteers who share an unwavering passion for the health and wellbeing of turtles in the tropics. Our mission is to understand and conserve sea turtles for future generations with specific focus on health and disease processes. One way to answer some of our research questions and establish baseline health parameters is to look at healthy turtles of all ages. This is why we have a purpose-built facility that caters for the special needs of hatchling turtles, whilst enabling us to study their early immune development. We have fondly named this facility ‘The Caraplace’. While many of our projects have a field component, there are also long hours spent in the laboratory analysing samples. This presentation will cover some of the more recent findings from projects concerned with freshwater and seawater turtle health. • Bacterial gut communities of healthy and compromised green turtles (Chelonia mydas). • Antibiotic resistant bacterial isolates from captive green sea turtles and In Vitro sensitivity to bacteriophages. • Epidemiology of fibropapillomatosis in green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas). • Presence and impact of viruses in green turtles (Chelonia mydas) from the Northern Great Barrier Reef. • Do green turtle hatchlings (Chelonia mydas) have a favourite colour? • An unusual mortality event in Johnstone River snapping turtles Elseya irwini (Johnstone) in Far North Queensland • Ingestion of microplastic debris by green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas): Validation of a sequential extraction protocol

Speakers

Ellen Ariel

James Cook University

Dr Ariel is Associate Professor in virology and coordinator of the Aquatic Animal Health group at James Cook University. After completing a PhD in Aquatic Pathobiology, Dr Ariel worked for the European Commission as Coordinator of the 25 National Reference Laboratories for Fish Diseases... Read More →

Wednesday May 16, 2018 11:00am - 11:30am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Conservation Biology

11:30am AEST

Crocodiles in northern Australia: sustainable conservation initiatives

The estuarine crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) is the largest living reptile in the world. Estuarine crocodiles range across northern Australia from south of Broome in WA, across the northern coastline and as far south as Rockhampton in Queensland, including estuaries and river systems throughout its range, often extending several hundred kilometres inland. They occur extra limitally through PNG and Indo-China. They were hunted extensively for their skins from 1940s to 1970s when they were protected across all three states. C. porosus skins are the most highly valued crocodilian skins in the fashion trade. Since farming practices commenced, the wild populations have started to recover, bringing the animals into conflict with livestock producers, locals and tourists. Intensive farming, ranching and wild harvesting are practiced in Australia. The relative merits and conservation impacts of each method are discussed. The concept of a universal approach to sustainable crocodile management practices is proposed.

Speakers

Annabelle Olsson

Principal, Boongarry Veterinary Services

Annabelle graduated from Sydney Uni in 1985 and after working in mixed practice in Sydney, sailed into Cairns in 1989. She owns a dedicated avian, reptile, wildlife and exotics clinic servicing commercial, private, zoo and wildlife clients. She has a masters researching flying fox... Read More →

Wednesday May 16, 2018 11:30am - 12:00pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Conservation Biology

12:00pm AEST

Crocodile sustainable harvest for conservation in western Cape York

The estuarine crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) is the largest living reptile in the world. Estuarine crocodiles range across northern Australia from south of Broome in WA, across the northern coastline and as far south as Rockhampton in Queensland, including estuaries and river systems throughout its range, often extending several hundred kilometres inland. They occur extra limitally through PNG and Indo-China. They were hunted extensively for their skins from 1940s to 1970s when they were protected across all three states. C. porosus skins are the most highly valued crocodilian skins in the fashion trade. Since farming practices commenced, the wild populations have started to recover, bringing the animals into conflict with livestock producers, locals and tourists. Intensive farming, ranching and wild harvesting are practiced in Australia. The relative merits and conservation impacts of each method are discussed. The concept of a universal approach to sustainable crocodile management practices is proposed.

Speakers

Annabelle Olsson

Principal, Boongarry Veterinary Services

Annabelle graduated from Sydney Uni in 1985 and after working in mixed practice in Sydney, sailed into Cairns in 1989. She owns a dedicated avian, reptile, wildlife and exotics clinic servicing commercial, private, zoo and wildlife clients. She has a masters researching flying fox... Read More →

Wednesday May 16, 2018 12:00pm - 12:30pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Conservation Biology

2:30pm AEST

Taking the fear out of fish medicine

Fish diagnosis and medical or surgical treatment is often feared by the general practitioner. The aim of this paper is to provide a basic guide to examination and diagnostic procedure for the vet who sees fish occasionally, but lacks confidence in approaching the fish consultation. It discusses the use of existing equipment within the clinic to assist with fish diagnostics and surgery. Case studies of common and not so common aquatic species are presented to illustrate how a good history, a basic physical examination and simple sampling of skin lesions and gill biopsies can lead to diagnosis of commonly occurring problems in aquarium fish. The discussion includes basic information to collect from owners regarding husbandry and water quality management, as well as a brief overview of piscine anatomy and physiology as it relates to the physical examination and the manifestation of disease. Anaesthesia for the general practitioner is also discussed for restraint or small surgical procedures. Some common diseases are discussed. Case studies include skin disease, gastro-intestinal obstruction and minor surgery.

Speakers

Annabelle Olsson

Principal, Boongarry Veterinary Services

Annabelle graduated from Sydney Uni in 1985 and after working in mixed practice in Sydney, sailed into Cairns in 1989. She owns a dedicated avian, reptile, wildlife and exotics clinic servicing commercial, private, zoo and wildlife clients. She has a masters researching flying fox... Read More →

Wednesday May 16, 2018 2:30pm - 3:30pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Unusual Pets

4:00pm AEST

Tools of the trade: what equipment do I need?

Do you consider yourself as a “dental-enthusiast” at your practice who wants to know more about the appropriate armamentarium for your dental work? Or are you that lucky (or unlucky) clinician who gets all the dental procedures at your practice and feels the pressure to know? If the answer is “yes” (or even if the answer is “no”), this presentation will be serve as a guideline in selecting the armamentarium for the most common dental procedures in small animal veterinary practices. The fundamentals of dental equipment and instruments which includes dental units, dental radiographs, hand instruments, oral surgery, suture materials, and restorative materials will be covered along with a brief discussion on instrument sharpening. We will also discuss the appropriate instrumentation techniques to perform the dental procedures ergonomically to reduce fatigue and excessive strains. Please note that the presentation will not promote any particular brands or manufacturing company.

Speakers

Williana Basuki

Will was born and grew up in Indonesia. She earned her veterinary degree at the University of Queensland in 2010. Following veterinary school, she embarked on her journey as a small animal veterinarian before entering a year of rotating internship followed by a year of surgery internship... Read More →

Wednesday May 16, 2018 4:00pm - 5:00pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

5:00pm AEST

Benign oral tumors

Benign oral tumours are those tumours which can arise from the gingivae, oral mucosa, tongue, tonsil, bone or dental structures. Oral tumours are further divided into odontogenic (those tumours arising from elements involved in tooth development) and non-odontogenic tumours (arising from non-dental tissues of the oral cavity). The most common benign oral tumours fall into the family of Epulides (odontogenic tumours). These tumours are benign, but can be locally aggressive and account for over 30% of all oral tumours in the dog. They are rare in the cat. Epulides are very common benign tumours that if left untreated can become traumatised, ulcerated, or grow to a significant size before detection. They can be confused with other types of oral swellings or growths. They are responsive to surgical intervention and early detection assists in complete surgical removal. The Epulides have been reclassified and are now known as Peripheral Odontogenic Fibromas (POF) or Canine Acanthomatous Ameloblastoma (CAA). They can arise from the gingivae near teeth or the periodontal ligament of a tooth. Often tooth extraction forms a component of the surgical management. This lecture will look at the management of the common benign oral tumours found in dogs, including diagnosis, surgical treatment, prognosis and aftercare.

Speakers

Anthony Caiafa

Veterinary Dentist, James Cook University

Anthony graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 1978. He worked in companion animal practice for 17 years, where he obtained memberships in both small animal surgery (1992) and veterinary dentistry (1993).He then returned to full time studies... Read More →

Wednesday May 16, 2018 5:00pm - 6:00pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

7:00am AEST

Public Health Workshop (Jakob Zinsstag)

Speakers

Jakob Zinsstag

Deputy head, Human and Animal Health Unit, Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute

Jakob Zinsstag graduated with a doctorate in veterinary medicine (Dr. med. vet.) on salmonella diagnosis from the Veterinary Faculty of the University of Berne in 1986 and holds a PhD in tropical animal production. After his studies, he worked in rural practice and as post-doctoral... Read More →

Thursday May 17, 2018 7:00am - 9:00am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Public Health

9:00am AEST

Exercise. Is it worth it?

The Department of Agriculture and Water Resources (the department) has been working to improve surge capacity for emergency response, a key issue identified in the 2011 Matthews report, through the International Animal Health Emergency Reserve (IAHER) Arrangement. The IAHER Arrangement benefits all signatory countries by providing additional personnel in an emergency and valuable experience to deployed personnel. Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Canada, the UK and Ireland first signed the IAHER Arrangement in 2004 however it was not activated until August 2017. This was a result of work led by Australia to develop and test an IAHER operations manual to provide the tools required to efficiently use the IAHER Arrangement. Exercise Athena, the first exercise of its kind, was held in November 2016 and tested the policies and procedures of the IAHER Arrangement. The benefits of Exercise Athena were realised when New Zealand activated the IAHER Arrangement in August 2017. Australia deployed thirteen personnel to New Zealand to assist with response to Mycoplasma bovis.

Speakers

Phoebe Readford

Thursday May 17, 2018 9:00am - 9:30am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Public Health

9:30am AEST

NZ’s Mycoplasma bovis emergency response and IAHER

Refreshing our knowledge of Mycoplasma bovis in both dairy and beef cattle including characteristics and symptoms of this disease, diagnosis, modes of transmission, prevention and control. The disease is known to cause unusual mastitis in dairy cattle that doesn’t respond to treatment, arthritis in cows and calves, late term abortions, high numbers of calf deaths and Bovine Respiratory Disease in beef feedlot cattle. Also an explanation is given of the workings of the IAHER agreement and the deployment of epidemiologists and laboratory personnel from Australia to NZ’s emergency response to the first known incursion of this bacterial infection. The bacteria is an Unwanted Organism under NZ’s Biosecurity Act 1993, despite being commonly found internationally. Mycoplasma bovis is not listed with the OIE and does not present a trade risk for NZ’s animal products. Dr Harradine was assigned the task of designing a survey of the beef cattle population of NZ for Mycoplasma bovis. This was to assist in answering the question whether the NZ beef industry is free of the disease or if it has been present for some time undetected. Details of NZ’s effort to contain the spread of the disease and, if possible, eradicate it following the original detection in July 2017 in dairy cattle in the Oamaru area of the South Island will be given. The current situation report and future activity will also be discussed.

Speakers

Ian Harradine

On Plant Veterinary Officer, Department of Agriculture and Water Resources

Dr Ian Harradine is a veterinary officer with the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources. He was deployed to New Zealand as an epidemiologist to assist with the outbreak of Mycoplasma bovis in August 2017 in response to activation of the International Animal Health Emergency... Read More →

Thursday May 17, 2018 9:30am - 10:00am AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Public Health

11:30am AEST

Complications of dental extractions

Speakers

Anthony Caiafa

Veterinary Dentist, James Cook University

Anthony graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 1978. He worked in companion animal practice for 17 years, where he obtained memberships in both small animal surgery (1992) and veterinary dentistry (1993).He then returned to full time studies... Read More →

Thursday May 17, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

2:00pm AEST

Jaw fractures: non-invasive stabilisation

Speakers

Anthony Caiafa

Veterinary Dentist, James Cook University

Anthony graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 1978. He worked in companion animal practice for 17 years, where he obtained memberships in both small animal surgery (1992) and veterinary dentistry (1993).He then returned to full time studies... Read More →

Thursday May 17, 2018 2:00pm - 3:00pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry

3:00pm AEST

Panel Discussion: Dental Dillemas - What would you do?

Thursday May 17, 2018 3:00pm - 4:00pm AEST
Mezzanine M2 Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Stream Dentistry