This practical, fun, interactive session will focus on the case-based approach to routine and more challenging diabetic dogs and cats. This informative applied presentation will include discussions around the latest updates on diagnosis, treatment goals, insulin types, insulin pens, nutrition, monitoring, continuous interstitial glucose monitoring (CGM), and advice for adjusting treatment. The challenges of spot glucose curves and the highs and lows of CGM will be explored. Diabetes mellitus can be a difficult and frustrating disease to manage, especially when co-morbidities are present, causing insulin resistance. Through real-life case studies, gain practical tips and tricks you can apply immediately in your practice for ‘sweet success’ with your diabetic patients.
Speaker:
Dr Adrian Witham, BVSc MANZCVS GCUT DipACVIMSpecialist Small Animal Medicine
caseload. Adrian ran UVET’s continuing education program, which provided training for
veterinarians in general practice.
He is heavily involved with the Australian & New Zealand Veterinary College. He has acted as examiner for small animal medicine and feline examinations, Vice-President and President of the Small Animal Medicine Chapter, and Science Week Chapter convenor.
Adrian provides consultant teaching to Veterinary Students at Melbourne University. He is a lecturer in Veterinary Nursing at Melbourne Polytechnic. Adrian is a Senior Lecturer in Medicine at Massey University, New Zealand. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed journal articles and spoken at international conferences.
Adrian is interested in all aspects of small animal medicine. Adrian is passionate about providing compassionate, best-practice care for pets and their owners and referring veterinarians.