Lake Bled - Slovenia 🇸🇮
September 8-10, 2026
Essential Skills in Surgery & Ophthalmology
This program has been submitted for RACE approval for 16 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval.
SEMINAR TOPICS
Essential Surgical Skills and Emergency Procedures
Practical tips on abdominal exploratory and organ biopsy
Gastrointestinal obstruction - decision making
Principles of gastrointestinal surgery
Feeding tube placement
Management of thoracic trauma
Chest tube placement
Urinary emergencies - uroabdomen, urinary obstruction
Principles of urinary tract surgery
Canine and Feline Ophthalmology
Corneal Ulcers: When Healing Stalls and How to Manage Deep Lesions
Ruptured Globe: Next Steps in Management
Corneal Lacerations: Why Small Scratches Can Become Big Problems
Glaucoma in Small Animals: What You Really Need to Know
Feline Conjunctivitis vs. Canine: Key Differences in Diagnosis and Treatment - Feline Herpesvirus: Choosing the Right Antiviral
Acute Onset Blindness: Differential Diagnoses and Clinical Approach
Ophthalmic Surgery in Practice: Entropion, Cherry Eye, Eyelid Tumors, and Enucleation Tips
Medical Options for Cataracts: Fact or Fiction? Managing KCS When Cyclosporine Fails
Meet the Speakers
We are honored to have a word-renowned, board-certified specialist lineup at our Lake Bled seminar.
Dr. Faye Swinbourne
RCVS and EBVS European Specialist in Small Animal Surgery Head of Soft Tissue Surgery, Lumbry Park Veterinary Specialists, UK
Faye graduated from Edinburgh University in 2004. After working in a mixed veterinary practice for several years, she opted to pursue specialist surgical training. Following the completion of a small animal rotating internship in private referral practice and a second internship at the Royal Veterinary College, she undertook a three-year residency training programme in small animal surgery and a clinical master’s degree at the Royal Veterinary College. Faye became a diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS) in 2014 and is Head of Soft Tissue Surgery at Lumbry Park Veterinary Specialists, Hampshire, UK. Faye has a keen interest in all aspects of soft tissue surgery with a focus on thoracic and abdominal emergency surgical procedures and antimicrobial stewardship in surgery.
Dr. Pedro Malho
DipECVO CES OphtVét DVM MRCVS
Honorary Associate Professor of Veterinary Ophthalmology, University of Nottingham
Pedro Malho is a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ECVO), with extensive international training and clinical expertise across a wide range of animal species. After graduating from UTAD (Portugal), he completed advanced ophthalmology training in France, Germany, and the UK, including an ECVO-approved residency and a clinical position at the Animal Health Trust. He is actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. A frequent speaker at international veterinary ophthalmology congresses, Pedro Malho also publishes regularly in peer-reviewed journals and serves on the editorial boards of several veterinary and human ophthalmology publications.
Where the seminar is held
Bled Rose Hotel****
Discover the relaxed atmosphere and comfort of this boutique hotel, uniquely situated on the shores of Lake Bled, just behind a peaceful park. The elegant interior combines luxury and tranquility, infused with the natural energy of its breathtaking surroundings.
Join us for our seminar in this inspiring location - and make memories to last a lifetime.
Seminar Schedule
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Registration: 12:00 - 12:30 PM
Lectures: 12:30 - 6:30 PM
Welcome Reception: 6:45 - 7:45 PM
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Lectures: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Afternoon: Enjoy Lake Bled
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Lectures: 8:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Afternoon: Enjoy Lake Bled and Slovenia
Closer to the seminar date, we will email you a more detailed schedule.
Please note:
Our seminars are designed to encourage maximum interaction between you and the speaker, with a relaxed format that fosters open, engaging discussions. As a result, the schedule may shift slightly to accommodate the natural flow of the sessions.
Your Seminar Registration Includes:
16 CE/CPD hours, provided by recognized specialists. This program has been submitted for RACE approval for 16 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval.
Lecture slides, digital format (availability speaker dependent)
Certificate of attendance
Welcome reception for the attendees. Family and friends can attend for an additional fee. The ticket(s) can be purchased later, before the event.
Networking Breaks with Beverages and Culinary Treats
An amazing, luxurious destination where you can learn, relax, and connect
It DOES NOT include accommodation and travel expenses
Registration Fees
EARLY BIRD: 1135 Euro - Register by April 8/2026
EUVetCE Rate: 1165 Euro - Register by August 8 /2026
REGULAR: 1195 Euro - Register after August 8/2026
Veterinary Nurses/Technicians - use discount code NURSE75 for 75 Euro off the registration rate
For payments via Bank Transfer, please get in touch with us at hello@euveterinaryce.com.