Masterclasses & Tours

ASAV Masterclass

Dr Chris Lam 

Friday 16 August | 9.00am - 12.00pm

Mudjimba Room 3

ECG Round

Join Dr Chris Lam for an ECG masterclass starting with a theoretical portion regarding the physiology of the conduction system, the set-up of equipment and steps to approach interpreting an ECG. The second half of the session will be looking at case studies where participants get the opportunity to practice interpreting the ECG and come up with treatment plans.

ASAV Masterclass

Dr Cheryl Fry

Friday 16 August | 1.00pm - 4.00pm

Mudjimba Room 3

Tough conversations at work can equal great opportunities when we communicate well during stressful times.

Nobody likes difficult conversations at work, such as talking about - money, euthanasia, conflict, performance reviews, or adverse events and mistakes. In this masterclass you will learn communication skills so that these moments instead become opportunities to build trust, rapport and connection. Together, let’s make tough conversations a bit less stressful. 
 
Ticket Includes: 

  • Full day masterclass
  • Morning tea and lunch

Pricing:

  • ASAV Full Member or Associate: $495.00 
    AVA Full Member or Associate: $595.00 
  • Non-member: $895.00

 

 

 

Note: Delegates need to attend both masterclasses to receive VetEd points. 

 

VBG Practice Insights Tour 

Friday 16 August | 8.00am - 5.00pm

Kindly Sponsored by,

Dive deep into a day of learning with a hop-on hop-off bus experience visiting three veterinary practices, offering valuable insights to elevate your own. 

The tours delve into diverse business topics aligned with the Great Veterinary Workplace Policy. Hosts share practical tips, from creative storage, to rostering solutions, software hacks, nurse consult strategies, client loyalty programs, and everything in-between.    

Each visited clinic undergoes a meticulous financial analysis by Profit Diagnostix founder Paolo Lencioni, empowering attendees to benchmark KPIs and gain a deeper financial understanding of both the host and their own practice's financial landscape. 

Interactive discussions and networking opportunities during bus rides and refreshments breaks allow leaders to connect, share stories, and enhance their veterinary clinics. The VBG Insight Tours are not exclusive to practice owners; we welcome all leaders and aspiring leaders for a day of collaborative learning.

Ticket includes: 

  • Practice analysis booklet  
  • Morning tea and lunch  

Pricing:

  • VBG Full Member or Associate: $699 
  • AVA Full Member or Associate: $799 
  • Non-member: $1,200 

Australia Zoo: Behind the scenes hospital tour!

SOLD OUT*

Friday 16 August | 8.30am - 3.00pm

1638 Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah QLD 4519 

Depart Novotel Sunshine Coast, Twin Waters via coach and travel down the Sunshine Motorway to Australia Zoo.  Take part in an exclusive VIP hospital tour around the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital.

Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital gives injured wildlife a second chance. Over a 12 month period, around 10,000 animals are brought to the hospital for lifesaving treatment. As one of the world’s largest and busiest purpose-built wildlife hospitals, they’re playing a vital role in saving Australia’s native species, one life at a time.

Enjoy a light lunch at the Crikey Café and explore the Zoo at your own pace or take advantage of one of many private encounters which can be booked directly via the Zoo website.

The coach will depart in the early afternoon where you will be returned to the Novotel Sunshine Coast, Twin Waters.

Ticket Includes: 

  • Coach Transfers
  • Light lunch
  • VIP Hospital Tour

Pricing:

  • ASAV Full Member or Associate: $125 
    AVA Full Member or Associate: $125
  • Non-member: $190

*Please email events@ava.com.au to join the waitlist.