Dr Melissa Kozaruk - Vet

21/02/2026

25/04/2025

**FREE WEBINAR**
“The New (& Recent) Graduate Veterinarian Guide to Brachycephalic Dogs”
🗓️ Thursday May 1st
⏰ 12 noon AEST
💰FREE

Understanding the unique characteristics and common health issues of brachycephalic dogs is key to providing the best care. This webinar will equip new & recent graduate veterinarians with tips and tricks for performing a thorough physical examination on brachycephalic dogs. The webinar will introduce practical ways to improve treatment of brachycephalic dogs via low stress handling, tips for anaesthesia, and creating long-term care plans. Educating pet owners on possible surgical options and knowing when to refer will also be discussed.

As a bonus for this webinar, Dr Melissa provide you with a copy of her brachy physical exam checklist, so you can go into your next brachy consult well prepared!

Sign up for FREE here:
https://veteducation.com/2025-new-graduates-symposium/

24/03/2025

Upcoming Facebook Live – Safer Anaesthesia for Brachycephalic Dogs

⏰ Tuesday, 25th March, 2025 | 2:00 pm AEDT (Sydney time)

📍 Live in the Brachycephalic Medicine & Surgery - Veterinary Professionals Facebook Group

Join Dr Philip Judge and Dr Melissa Kozaruk for a focused 30 minute discussion on improving anaesthetic safety in brachycephalic patients.

They’ll be covering:
• Key risks to consider
• Effective client communication
• Pre-anaesthetic preparation
• Anaesthesia and recovery best practices
• Discharge planning and at-home care
• Introducing brachy anaesthesia packages to your practice

The Q&A session will follow the discussion—you’re welcome to bring your questions or share your experiences.

No registration required—just tune in live. DM me for the link to the group.

PS- it will be recorded so you can watch back later, but it is best to join us live so you can ask us questions!

22/03/2025

Join me for my next 4-week CPD-accredited course with Vet Education !

The Brachycpehalic Dog - Management of the Airway - revamped for 2025!

The course includes:
- 4 x weekly live tutorials (also recorded to play back later)
- 🔬 BOAS diagnosis & patient selection strategies
- ✂ The latest BOAS surgical techniques including videos
- 💉 Safer anaesthesia protocols for at-risk breeds
- 📖 Comprehensive post-op care & client education

📅 Starts April 7, 2025 | 20 RACE CPD Points

Link: https://veteducation.com/the-brachycephalic-dog-management-of-the-airway-2025/