An Introduction to External Fixation

Nicci Meadows BVetMed CertAVP (GSAS) MRCVS

Nicci Meadows graduated from the Royal Veterinary College in 2006 and spent six years in general small animal practice before becoming an RCVS Recognised Advanced Practitioner in 2013 having completed her RCVS Small Animal Surgery certificate.

Nicci has worked as a peripatetic orthopaedic surgeon since 2015 providing an in-house referral service to primary care practices. During this time, Nicci has also provided locum Orthopaedic surgeon cover for a number of large specialist referral hospitals including Liverpool University Small Animal Teaching Hospital. She especially enjoys the varied case-load that comes with working closely with first opinion practices and has a particular interest in stifle surgery and elbow arthroscopy.

This webinar will be conducted via Zoom and CPD certificates will be issued to all those who attend live. The session will be approximately 90 minutes and will include the opportunity for Q&A.

In this session;

A live interactive webinar with expert speaker Orthopaedic Surgeon, Nicci Meadows BVetMed CertAVP (GSAS) MRCVS. This webinar will give an overview of the topic of fracture fixation using External Fixation. We will take a look at the principles of fracture assessment, fracture classification and fracture fixation, with particular emphasis on the types of fracture where External Fixation may be indicated or preferred. We will offer an overview of ex fix implants and equipment, and the skills required to successfully manage a clinical case. A number of case studies will be included to demonstrate key points. This interactive webinar is suitable for surgeons new to orthopaedics, or those requiring a refresher. Veterinary Nurses and other practice staff are also extremely welcome to attend.

At Eurovets, we represent leading multi-national brands in nutrition, veterinary equipment, medicines and consumables for companion-, equine and production animals. In addition to traditional wholesale, Eurovets provides warehousing, distribution, CPD training, webinars, and marketing and sales resources in order to support these products in the region. 

Eurovets is excited to have Nicci Meadows conduct this webinar and share her knowledge and broad experience with our customers here in the UAE.