The Pet Oncologist Chemotherapy Workshop

Join The Pet Oncologist for a one-day, hands-on chemotherapy workshop in Brisbane. Limited to 12 vets and nurses, this workshop will empower you with the skills & insights required to safely administer oral & injectable chemotherapy.

This includes guidance on preparation, handling, storage, transport, disposal, and dispensing of chemotherapy. 

The morning session will commence with engaging presentations, followed by an afternoon of hands-on practice. Supplier insights, addressing attendee learning interests, & advanced chemotherapy techniques such as intracavitary chemotherapy, will also be covered. 

At the end of the workshop, you will leave with comprehensive equipment and resources, allowing you to readily implement what you've learned right away! Additionally, you will continue to receive remote support from Dr. Catherine Chan through The Pet Oncologist.

Key Workshop Highlights:

Hands-on Experience: Practical training in administering injectable chemotherapy utilising 2 common closed-system transfer devices: Equashield and PhaSeal. This experience will provide you with practical skills in administering injectable chemotherapy.

Large Take-Home Chemotherapy Packs: Receive essential equipment for safe chemotherapy administration (valued approx. $1,500), including Equashield & PhaSeal equipment, a chemotherapy tray, chemotherapy gloves, personal protective equipment (PPE), an extravasation kit, a cytotoxic spill kit, signage, cytotoxic bags, cytotoxic stickers, a cytotoxic bin, and other consumables. This comprehensive starter kit will instil confidence in safely implementing chemotherapy in your practice.

Exclusive Resources: Access training manuals, 96 chemotherapy drug information sheets (valued over $1,500), supplier information, & other resources exclusively available to workshop participants.

Post-Workshop Support: Real-time Zoom guidance & support available for your first chemotherapy treatment. We can check your set-up, help source chemotherapy drugs or consumables, & provide cancer case consultation & advice.

Addressing Attendee Learning Interests: Customise the program based on attendee preferences by letting us know what you want to learn!

Program – The Pet Oncologist Chemotherapy Workshop

Saturday 28th September 2024

8:00 AM:        Registration. Tea & Coffee.

8:30 AM          Chemotherapy Safety in Veterinary Practice & Supplier Insights.

10:30 AM        Morning Tea.

11:00 AM        Hands-on: Administering Injectable Chemotherapy using Equashield & PhaSeal.

12:00 PM        Live Dog Demonstration.

12:30 PM        Lunch at the Vintaged Restaurant.

1:30 PM          Hands-on: Practice on Dummy Dog Venipuncture Leg Models.

3:30 PM          Afternoon Tea.

4:00 PM          Addressing Attendee Learning Interests. 

4:30 PM          Hands-on: Advanced Techniques: Cytarabine CRI & Intracavitary Chemotherapy.

5:00 PM          Workshop Concludes. Q&A available until 5:30 PM.

DELEGATE INFORMATION:

VENUE:

The Hilton Hotel, Brisbane | 190 Elizabeth St, Brisbane City QLD 4000.

Centrally located in the heart of the city, on vibrant Queen Street Mall, Hilton Brisbane features modern accommodations, award-winning dining, newly refurbished leisure facilities and 2500 sqm purpose-built spaces designed specifically for meetings and events.

PARKING:

Located on Queen Street Mall, the Hilton is situated in the Brisbane CBD, with easy access to public transport facilities, including buses, trains & ferries.

Parking is available in the Wintergarden, which is within the hotel complex, at a competitive price. 

Secure Parking offers direct access to the hotel on levels 5 or 6.

INTERNET:

Complimentary Wi-Fi will be available from 6 am to 7 pm on the day of the workshop. Details will be provided to delegates on the day of the workshop.

ACCOMMODATION:

Accommodation is conveniently available at the Hilton.

A 20% discounted rate for single to twin king rooms, including a discounted buffet breakfast served in Vintaged Grill, will be offered to all workshop attendees.

Please note that hotel rates and rooms are subject to availability.

To secure your accommodation, click on the following link: Booking Link. You can also call or email the Hilton Reservations Team directly at (07) 3231 2000 or brisbane.reservations@hilton.com, and use the group code GPETB. 

REGISTRATION:

Registration, tea, and coffee are available between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m.

The workshop will commence at 8:30 a.m. We will confirm your barrister coffer order so you can enjoy your hot beverage during the first presentation.

The registration desk is located in the 'Samford Room' foyer on level 5.

Please ask hotel staff for directions and mention you are registering for 'The Pet Oncologist Chemotherapy Workshop'.

Please wear your name tag throughout the workshop. It will provide you access to the workshop, refreshments, and lunch.

DRESS CODE:

The dress code for the workshop delegates is casual.

This is a hands-on practical workshop. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

A complimentary scrub top in your size will be provided on the day, thanks to Knight Benedikt.

FEEDBACK SURVEY & PRIZES:

After the workshop, complete a survey on your workshop experience. You will then be entered into a draw for a chance to win one standard consultation report for one of your oncology cases, valued at $300. 

The winner will be announced at the conclusion of the workshop.

There will also be additional prizes awarded on the day.

STAFF MEMBER TICKETS:

Bring along a nurse or another vet in the same practice, for an extra $1,500, which is 40% off the original ticket cost.

This exclusive offer is designed to reduce costs for vet nurses' and other veterinarian participation from the same hospital, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for the whole team.

This staff member tickets includes full one-day workshop access, excluding take-home chemotherapy packs and manuals. However, one pack will be supplied to the vet hospital.

WORKSHOP PROVISIONS:

Catering, a CPD certificate (14 CPD points), large take-home chemotherapy packs, equipment, and resources will be provided to all attendees.

TRAVEL AND SHIPPING:

For those traveling from interstate or overseas, please ensure you request a check-in for a 23 kg luggage allowance so you can take your large take-home chemotherapy packs with you. Alternatively, we can ship them for a flat rate of $50, or $70 for remote and regional areas. For overseas veterinarians, please contact us to determine the shipping cost individually, as it depends on the size and location. We will provide you with the exact cost once we have the necessary details.

FREEBIES:

Knight Benedikt kindly provides all workshop attendees with a complimentary scrub top and a box of Halyard's Purple Nitrile Chemotherapy Gloves. Click here to view the scrub top selection and here to view the chemotherapy gloves.

Please provide us with your scrub top and chemotherapy glove sizes for each ticket purchased. The scrub tops run a little small, so please choose one size up.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us at events@thepetoncologist.com. We look forward to seeing you at the workshop!