Summer Emergencies: Snake Envenomation & Tick Paralysis
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Get your team summer‑ready with a high‑energy ECC lecture night designed to sharpen clinical skills before Western Sydney’s busiest season arrives. Join Mel Shoard, VTS (ECC) and director of Veterinary Care Training Academy, for a deep dive into two of Australia’s most critical warm‑weather emergencies: snake envenomation and tick paralysis.
With extensive hands‑on experience managing these cases, Mel delivers guideline‑based practice, real‑world case insights, and practical tips you can use in your clinic immediately. Expect clear explanations, high‑value clinical pearls, and the kind of practical advice only an ECC nurse specialist can offer. Perfect for vets, nurses, and students wanting confidence, clarity, and stronger clinical decision‑making before summer hits.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, 11th October; arrival 6:30 pm for a 7 pm lecture start (9 pm finish)
Location: Max Webber Library, Blacktown — Large upstairs function room (Level 1 at 61 Flushcombe Road, Blacktown)
Parking: Free on-site parking available
Format: Two 45‑minute sessions + Q&A
Cost: $40 per person (resources included)
Refreshment: Light refreshments and water available
Capacity: 75 attendees, so book in quick!
Booking: Your booking is not confirmed until payment is received.
Entry Requirement: You must present your ticket on the night of the event.
Learning Objectives:
Attendees will be able to:
- Identify early and advanced clinical signs of snake envenomation and tick paralysis.
- Describe the pathophysiology behind neurotoxic, myotoxic, and coagulopathic syndromes, and the progression of tick toxin effects.
- Explain how antivenom and tick antiserum neutralise circulating toxins, including timing, limitations, and clinical impact.
- Apply guideline‑based stabilisation strategies to improve patient safety and monitoring during summer emergencies.
- Evaluate patient trends to make informed decisions around escalation, referral, and ongoing care.
- Develop practical clinic protocols that streamline triage, monitoring, communication, and continuity of care.
General Terms:
Registration is essential and limited to 75 seats. Payment is required to secure your booking.
Resources included: quick‑reference guides.
No refunds within 72 hours of the event; transfers permitted if arranged prior.
CPD certificates provided to all attendees.
Photography may occur for VCTA educational and promotional use.