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WSAVA establishes new Oncology Working Group
Dr Martin Soberano (pictured) is president of the Latin American Veterinary Oncology Society and chair of the new Working Group.

Specialist committee is working to produce global guidelines for veterinary practice.

A newly inaugurated WSAVA committee aims to raise awareness of the latest thinking in veterinary oncology and promote best practice globally.

Named the WSAVA Oncology Working Group, its members include specialists from around the world, including past president of WSAVA and the Veterinary Society of Surgical Oncology Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn.

The Committee is chaired by Argentinian veterinary surgeon and president of the Latin American Veterinary Oncology Society Dr. Martin Soberano.

The other members of the Working Group are:

  • Dr. Nick Bacon - an RCVS-recognised specialist in small animal surgery (oncology) and a European specialist in small animal surgery (oncology)
  • Dr. Pachi Clemente-Vicario – a diplomate in oncology and small animal internal medicine from the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM)
  • Dr. Antonio Guiliano – a board-certified oncologist with the European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ECVIM)
  • Dr. Ann Hohenhaus – a diplomate in oncology and small animal internal medicine from ACVIM
  • Dr. Natalia Ignatenko – who completed her residency at the Department of Oncology Centre for Clinical Veterinary Medicine, Munich in 2017.

The members are beginning work on the development of a set of accessible global guidelines for veterinary oncology practice. While these guidelines are in development, the WSAVA Oncology Working Group will be producing practical tools to help veterinary surgeons improve standards of treatment and educate pet owners about cancer.

Dr. Soberano said: “The WSAVA Oncology Working Group aims to overcome global variations in oncology treatment and raise awareness of the different types of tumors affecting companion animals.

“Many cancers in these animals also occur in humans so we see an opportunity to improve the lives of both animal and human patients by raising standards of treatment for veterinary oncology patients.”

Images (c) WSAVA.

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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RCVS Regional Question Time heads to Edinburgh

The RCVS is to bring its Regional Question Time (RQT) to Edinburgh for 2026.

The event will take place at Novotel Edinburgh Park in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.

It will begin with supper and drinks at 6.30pm, with an evening programme from 7.30pm. This will start with an update on RCVS' activities, followed by questions and answers with representatives.

RCVS is encouraging an 'open dialogue', in which queries can be raised in a friendly, informal environment.

While discussions are expected to be audience-led, the RQT is expected address major issues including the VSA, the CMA's remedy package and the VN Vision project.

Tim Parkin, RCVS president, said: "It's an important time for the professions, and I'm looking forward to meeting colleagues in Scotland as we navigate this period of change together so we can come out stronger."

Tickets can be booked here.