AES Accelerated Emergency Program | Improve International Australia

Overview
Modules

19/03/2020

Small group sessions

WED 19.00-21.00 THU 12:30-2:30 (AEST/QLD TIME)

Online

Animal Emergency Service and Improve International Australia are proud to bring you a new veterinary emergency training program

Would you like to up-skill and become confident in dealing with the emergencies you see in everyday practice? Or are you looking to make that transition from GP vet to Emergency Practitioner?

Developed by a leading Australian emergency vet group AES and delivered by Improve International, the AES Accelerated Emergency Program is the solution for veterinarians who want to gain confidence in their approach to any emergency patient, upskill their knowledge in this field, or rapidly transition into emergency practice.

Let our highly interactive AES Accelerated Emergency Program transform you into a vet who is confident and capable of dealing with any emergency that comes through the door.

Program

Our 15-week, online program has been developed by experienced AES staff veterinarians, including Members and Fellows of ANZCVS in Emergency and Critical Care.

You can study at your own pace and engage weekly to ask questions, assess your knowledge and become part of the veterinary emergency community.

Up to date, high-level content and exposure to real-world emergency experience at the interactive weekly tutorials combines to deliver a superior learning platform.

Goal

The AES Accelerated Emergency Program was designed to fast track the transition of general practitioners and recent graduates into emergency practice. The goal is to have you thinking like an emergency vet, with the knowledge to confidently approach any emergency patient.

All AES veterinarians complete this program before stepping into the consultation room at an AES hospital, and for the first time ever it is now being offered to veterinarians across Australia – thanks to the collaboration with Improve International.

Each week you will receive an online learning module on a relevant EMCC topic, covering pathophysiology, diagnosis, management and current treatments.

Each module includes learning platform access, notes, questions and a live weekly interactive tutorial with a working emergency clinician.

Testimonials

Dr Danielle Huston
BVSc (Hons) MVS (Small Animal Practice)
MANZCVS (Emergency and Critical Care)

“As a new graduate starting in emergency, the learning curve is very steep, and the AES Accelerated Emergency Program has built on the basic emergency medicine and surgery syllabus taught at university. The AES Accelerated Emergency Program has consolidated my ability to recognise, diagnose and treat major cardiovascular, haematological, respiratory, intoxication and neurological emergencies. After completing the program, I am far more confident in stabilising and treating critical patients. I recommend the AES Accelerated Emergency Program to all new or recent graduates who want to further their knowledge in common emergency and critical care presentations.”

Dr Danielle McGowan
BVSc

Tutors

Dr Geoffrey Dodds
BVSc (Hons) BSc (Hons)
MANZCVS (Emergency and Critical Care)
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Dr Danielle Huston
BVSc (Hons) MVS (Small Animal Practice)
MANZCVS (Emergency and Critical Care)
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Dr Lachlan Kesteven
BVSc
Senior Veterinarian
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Dr Kellie Doyle
BVSc (Hons)
MANZCVS (Emergency and Critical Care)
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Dr Oriana Leong
BVSc
MANZCVS (Emergency and Critical Care)
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Dr Philomena Kwong
BVSc (Hons)
MVS (Small Animal Practice)More info

Dr Amelia Allen
BVSc (Hons)
MANZCVS (Emergency and Critical Care)
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Dr Sara West
BVSc
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Dr Gerardo Poli
BVSc (Hons Class 1)
MVS (Small Animal Practice)
MANZCVS (Emergency & Critical Care)
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Dr Vanessa Grose
BVSc
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Frequently Asked Questions

When are the modules released?

The online modules are released Thursday of each week, with the follow-up live tutorial and Q & A for that module running one week later. Please see the 'modules' tab for details.

What time is the tutorial for each module?

You have the option of a Wednesday evening tutorial at 7.00-9.00 pm, or a Thursday lunch time tutorial at 12:30-2:30 pm. You will be asked to select your tutorial group at the time of booking. Please note all tutorial times are AEST/QLD time.

What is the weekly live tutorial about?

At the end of each module's content there are a series of questions. These questions will be of short answer format and case-based around the module material. The two hour tutorial on ZOOM is a live virtual classroom where the answers will be reviewed and discussed. Additional material may also be presented.

What if I can’t attend the tutorial at that time?

All the ZOOM tutorials will be recorded and put up on the learning platform soon after the tutorials for your viewing. However, we do strongly recommend attending and engaging in the live tutorials.

What is ZOOM?

ZOOM is a cloud-based meeting room. You will be sent a link to cut and paste into your browser to join your tutorial.

Do I need a ZOOM app for this?

There is an app you can download for ease of use, but you can also access the tutorial by going to https://zoom.us/, click on 'Join a meeting' and cut and paste the provided ZOOM meeting link into meeting ID.

Are there any special internet or computer requirements to be able to run ZOOM?

Please see ZOOM support for full requirements: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux

Do I get a certificate for completing the program or do I need to sit the exam?

Every delegate in the program will receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the program and 75 CPD units. There is an optional exam held 2 months after the program end (to allow for revision and review), which will assess your knowledge under exam conditions and give you individual written feedback on your progress. Delegates who pass this examination will receive a Certificate of Competency and gain an additional 2 CPD units.

What format is the final exam in?

It will be in similar format to the questions at the end of each module; both short answer and case based questions will be in the examination. The exam will be submitted and marked by a Senior AES facilitator and individual feedback given to the participants.

What date is the examination to be held?

The examination date will be set towards the end of the 15-week program. It will run with online invigilation in the Thursday 12:30-2:30 pm AEST/QLD time-slot. Invitations and further details will be sent out closer to the date.

For More Information

Download the course flyer here.

AES ACCELERATED EMERGENCY PROGRAM 2020 MODULES

1. Shock and Intravenous Fluids

19 March 2020

Understand the different types of shock
Understand the types of fluids and indications for use
Understand the difference between perfusion and hydration deficits
Develop a fluid plan to correct perfusion, hydration and electrolyte deficiencies
Understand the complications and potential risks of fluid therapy

2. Blood Gas and Acid-base Analysis

26 March 2020

Be able to interpret an acid base and pH balance
Be able to identify the primary and secondary disorders
Know the common causes of respiratory and metabolic derangements
Understand blood gas analysis and the difference between oxygenation and ventilation
Be able to determine a patient’s oxygenation ability

3. Electrolytes

2 April 2020

Know the common causes and management options of frequently seen electrolyte changes

4. Clinical Pathology and Focused Ultrasound

9 April 2020

Bloods:
1. Be able to interpret basic CBC and biochemistry findings
2. Be able to interpret basic electrolyte findings

Imaging:
1. Be able to perform global FAST and Vet-BLUE ultrasound exams at the bedside

5. Anaesthesia and Analgesia

16 April 2020

Understand and be able to draw the pain pathway
Understand the concept and benefits of multimodal analgesia
Design anaesthetic protocols for common emergency presentations and surgeries

6. Triage and CPR

23 April 2020

Identify the important components of triage including assessment, point of care tests and interventions
Understand perfusion of the heart and brain
Have a comprehensive knowledge of basic life support and the different types of compressions
Understand the indications and dosage regimes for common medications administered during CPR
Identify shockable and nonshockable rhythms
Understand what monitoring devices are useful and how to interpret results

7. Haematological and Coagulopathy Emergencies

30 April 2020

Understanding the pathophysiology and clinical significance of:
1. Disorders of primary haemostasis
2. Disorder of secondary haemostasis
3. Anaemias- causes and relevant treatments

8. Cardiovascular Emergencies

7 May 2020

Understand the physiology, assessment, diagnostic and treatment of:
1. Congestive heart failure
2. Blood pressure regulation and volume regulation including RAAS
3. Grading of hypertension and what classifies as a hypertensive crisis

9. Respiratory Emergencies

14 May 2020

Review the pathophysiology and management of the common respiratory emergencies

10. Urogenital Emergencies

21 May 2020

Know the emergency management of hyperkalemia
Know how to correctly diagnose an uroabdomen
Understand the technique for urethral catheterisation in a “blocked” male cat
Understand the physiology and treatment options for Acute Kidney Injury
Define troubleshoot and manage oliguria and anuria

11. Ophthalmological Emergencies

28 May 2020

Be able to perform an ophthalmic examination
To be able to diagnose and treat: corneal ulcer/laceration, descemetocele, uveitis, glaucoma, and Horner’s syndrome

12. Neurological Emergencies

4 June 2020

Understand the pathophysiology and treatment of head trauma and seizures
Be able to localise brain and spinal cord lesions

13. Abdominal Emergencies

11 June 2020

Understand causes of an acute abdomen and differentiate those that require surgical vs. medical management
Able to describe the general diagnostic approach and initial treatment to an acute abdomen
Understand pathophysiology, diagnostics and treatment for several common abdominal emergencies including, but not limited to, pancreatitis, gastroenteritis, GDV, and hemoabdomen

14. Endocrine Emergencies

18 June 2020

Understand the physiology and treatment principles of
1. Diabetic ketoacidosis
2. Hypoadrenocorticism
3. Hypoglycaemia/ Insulinoma

15. Intoxications

25 June 2020

Understand the management of some of the common intoxications encountered in emergency medicine

Program fee: A$3,450.00 incl GST.

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