Canine Mast Cell Tumours: When to worry and what to do

  Monday 29 September

  7.00PM: Drinks, nibbles & mingling | 7.30PM: Talk commences

  No.5 Cafe, 248 State Highway 51, Mangateretere

  Tuesday 30 September

  7.00PM: Drinks, nibbles & mingling | 7.30PM: Talk commences

  Two36, 236 Broadway Avenue, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North

Description

Mast cell tumours are one of the most common cancers we see in dogs, but they can be frustrating—some are easily cured with surgery, while others are aggressive and unpredictable. In this talk, we’ll look at the key clues that tell you whether a mast cell tumour is likely to cause trouble, how to work out the best treatment plan for each patient, and what to say to owners when they ask about prognosis.

Speaker

Patrick Smith

Patrick graduated from Murdoch University in Western Australia in 2014. He completed an internship in Auckland in 2015 before moving to the UK for further training. He completed a combined residency and Masters in Small Animal Oncology at the University of Glasgow from 2017-2021. He completed a Masters in canine lymphoma subtyping and has a keen interest in diagnosing and managing lymphoma in cats and dogs. After passing his specialist exams in 2021 he moved back to Auckland with his kiwi wife, Diana, and their Glaswegian street cat, Teddy. Currently he is working at Animal Referral Centre (ARC Vets) in Auckland. He is passionate about all aspects of veterinary oncology, especially expanding the treatments available to patients both in referral and primary care practice in New Zealand. Outside of work Patrick enjoys hiking and exploring everything New Zealand has to offer.