Description
This two-day workshop is designed for all veterinarians wanting to refresh or improve their gastrointestinal surgery skills. Whether you are fresh out of vet school, or with decades of experience, this workshop is for you.
Key Skills:
- Improve your management of surgical GI cases
- Be able to confidently perform abdominal GI surgery
- Be able to manage GI emergencies with confidence
Speaker Biography
Dr. Damian Chase
BVSc, MANZCVS, DECVS
European and NZ Registered Specialist in Small Animal Surgery
Damian is a surgical specialist based at Veterinary Specialists Aotearoa in Auckland and is a co-founder of Practical CPD. He graduated from Massey University in 1997 and spent a number of years in mixed animal practice before he completed his residency in small animal surgery at Glasgow University. Damian gained the Diploma for the European College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2011.
Damian has a keen interest in all aspects of surgery especially complex fracture fixation and reconstructive surgery. He also enjoys working with wildlife and has operated on a variety of different species such as chimpanzees, giraffes, and seals, including two trips to Cameroon to operate on lowland gorillas.
Value to your practice
Achieve better outcomes for your patients. Reinforce your clinics reputation as a centre of excellence. Improve the skill-set and contentment of your whole team by optimising case management.
Accommodation
There are 2 suggested accommodation options which are a 5 minute drive from the workshop venue and 15 minutes to Auckland airport, including:
- Ramada Manukau
- The Sebel Manukau : The Sebel is pleased to offer a 12% discount on their Best Available Rate. Simply contact The Sebel directly and mention ‘Practical CPD Workshop – 12% off Best Available Rate’, and their team will apply the discount when processing your booking.
Event Details
Start date: May 22, 2026
End date: May 23, 2026
Start time: 08:30
End time: 17:00
Venue: Kahuvet Education Centre, Wiri, Auckland
Coordinates: -37.004418, 174.866307
Directions: 23 Ash Road, Wiri, Auckland 2104
Phone: 0800 524 883
Email: info@practicalcpd.co.nz
