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Vets invited to join RCVS Fellowship panel
The RCVS is seeking veterinary surgeons to join its Fellowship Credentials Panel.
The panel critically reviews RCVS Fellowship applications.

The RCVS is seeking experienced veterinary professionals to join its Fellowship Credentials Panel.

Fellowship Credentials Panellists critically review and score applications to the RCVS Fellowship - membership of which is awarded in recognition of outstanding contributions to the veterinary profession.

Angharad Belcher, director for the advancement of the professions, commented: “Being part of our Fellowship Credentials Panel is a great opportunity to see the huge amount of dedication to the profession that prospective Fellows have shown throughout their careers, and to then celebrate their achievements when they are successfully welcomed to the Fellowship later in the year”. 

Vets interested in joining the Fellowship Credentials Panel can apply by emailing Ceri Chick, senior leadership officer at c.chick@rcvs.org.uk, with a completed application form and CV. The form should be returned to Ceri by 5 pm on 28 February 2022.

Panel members will also have the opportunity to claim expenses for time spent assessing applications. 

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FIVP launches CMA remedies survey

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 FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. 

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.