By Professor Clare Rusbridge What is Chiari-like malformation and how does it cause pain and syringomyelia in predisposed brachycephalic toy breeds? Chiari-like malformation (CM), is a complex skull and craniocervical junction disorder associated with brachycephaly. Stated simply – the skull is too small for the brain and there is also overcrowding of the spinal cord […]
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Client column: Our Bree, by Sara Black
Our Bree, by Sara Black Bree is a two year old, very active and loveable Springer Spaniel. She is a Level One Ground Scenting Search and Rescue Dog with London Search & Rescue. She is also training in the Search Dog Heroes Project. Being such a fast-moving girl, it wasn’t always obvious to me but […]
Cervical spondylomyelopathy – exploring the diagnosis and complexities of wobbler disease
1. What makes cervical spondylomyelopathy a challenging diagnosis? Cervical spondylomyelopathy (CSM), often referred to as ‘wobbler disease’, is a multifactorial condition affecting the cervical spine in larger breed dogs – resulting in progressive compression of the spinal cord and nerve roots. Morphologic and biomechanical abnormalities of the cervical spine have been classified as either Disc-Associated […]
In conversation with Radiographer Felicity Stringer
Felicity Stringer, a radiographer at Fitzpatrick Referrals Orthopaedics and Neurology, offers an insight into life working across multi-disciplines. 1. What made you make the move from human radiography to veterinary radiography? After graduating from the University of Exeter with a degree in Medical Imaging (Diagnostic Radiography), I worked in the NHS for seven and a […]
Innovation and routine expertise combine at Fitzpatrick Referrals
Fitzpatrick Referrals is home to some of the world’s leading specialists in orthopaedics and neurology. Whilst we take pride in our ability to perform routine surgeries for everyday conditions, we also strive to provide all of the options to our patients and their families through advanced treatments – developed by and performed at Fitzpatrick Referrals. By […]
Behind the scenes with Prep Nurse Gabby
Ever wondered what it’s like to work in referrals? Registered Veterinary Nurse Gabby Handcock works in our prep team at Fitzpatrick Referrals Orthopaedics and Neurology in Eashing, Surrey. Gabby has shared in this blog some of the day to day duties and procedures she’s involved with in her role as a prep nurse at the […]
Osteoarthritis – top tips on how to recognise it and help your dog
To mark World Arthritis Day on 12th October, Fitzpatrick Referrals is sharing some helpful tips and advice on managing osteoarthritis in dogs. What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common chronic conditions affecting dogs. It causes pain, is incurable and progressive and it can severely affect the quality of life of your […]
Broadening RVN career horizons
Lucy Montague is clinical nurse lead at Fitzpatrick Referrals Orthopaedics and Neurology. She joined straight after graduating from the RVC, and this year celebrates her tenth anniversary. Here, Lucy tells VN Times editor Holly Kernot about her journey from the clinical floor to management, how she helps colleagues map their career journey and offers “top […]
Spotlight on: Canine Developmental Elbow Disease (Elbow Dysplasia)
Fitzpatrick Referrals is passionate about understanding the evolution of small animal diseases and working in tandem with specialists across the human medical field. These unique collaborations have allowed us to become the only centre in the world offering some surgical treatments for companion animal diseases which include custom-made partial and total replacements for the shoulder, […]
Client Column: Our Millie by Sarah Baxter
Our Millie, By Sarah Baxter Our Miniature Dachshund, Millie, was just two months away from turning four when I noticed she was starting to show symptoms of IVDD (Intervertebral Disc Disease). We had an appointment scheduled with Fitzpatrick Referrals for the following day but Millie deteriorated in less than 24 hours. We were told to bring […]
A day in the life of an Orthopaedic Nurse
Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner Sarah King has shared her account of a typical day in her nursing role at our specialist veterinary practice in Eashing, Surrey. We’ll be sharing more blogs by the nursing team as part of World Veterinary Awareness Month 2018, to highlight the various nursing roles in the profession and the crucial part they […]
Spotlight on: Limb sparing & limb salvage surgery
Through the dedication of our orthopaedic surgeons and extended patient care team, we are able to treat a variety of clinical conditions that require more bespoke intervention. We asked the clinical team some frequently asked questions about limb sparing and limb salvage surgery at Fitzpatrick Referrals, led by Professor Noel Fitzpatrick who has innovated these […]