Overview
The RCPath has a long and distinguished history in veterinary pathology. Membership and Fellowship examinations in veterinary pathology have been conducted since the 1970s. Today, Fellowship of the RCPath continues to carry significant professional recognition, with Fellows acknowledged as specialists by both the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI).
We are delighted to present the RCPath Veterinary Pathology Spring Webinar Series, a programme designed to engage and educate pathologists, residents, specialists, veterinary surgeons, and undergraduate students across all specialties. The series will feature sessions on anatomical pathology, clinical pathology, and microbiology, covering topics of current relevance and interest. These include large animal disease surveillance, with a focus on emerging viral threats such as Bluetongue virus, wildlife forensic pathology, lipases, immunohistochemistry and pathology findings associated with telemetry devices and therapeutic oligonucleotides. The series will conclude with a dedicated discussion of the RCPath Fellowship examinations in veterinary pathology/microbiology, offering guidance and insight for those considering this qualification.
Topic: Immunohistochemistry in Veterinary Medicine
In recent years, a wide range of immunohistochemical markers has become available for veterinary medicine. In this webinar, we will focus on common markers and how to use them – whether as single marker or in combination with other antibodies. We will include practical tips and specific examples, and attendees will learn about common pitfalls, troubleshooting steps, and some limitations of immunohistochemical approaches in veterinary specimens.
This event will take place at 12:30pm and last approximately 1 hour.
CPD
This meeting is worth 1 CPD point (self credited).
Veterinary Pathology Spring webinar series 3
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Dr Steph Plog
SPEAKER
Stephanie is a Senior Pathologist working for IDEXX Ltd UK. She graduated from the university in Berlin, and she is a recognised European Specialist in Veterinary Pathology, a diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Pathologists, and the current BSVP President. She has a PhD in Biomedical Science with a focus on cystic fibrosis and translational medicine, and she has published two book chapters on “Urogenital tract tumours” and “Tumours of the exocrine pancreas”. Her main professional interests include immunohistochemistry, oral pathology and dermatopathology. Stephanie lives in South England and enjoys climbing, hiking and improv theatre.
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Dr Pamela Kelly
Chair - Veterinary Pathology SAC
Dr Pamela Kelly is an Assistant Professor in Veterinary Pathology and Head of Section of Veterinary Pathobiology, in the UCD, School of Veterinary Medicine. She is a recognized European Specialist in Veterinary Pathology EBVS®, a diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Pathologists and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath). She has a PhD in Dermatopathology and is a graduate of Veterinary Medicine (UCD, 2009) and Science (human physiology, UCD, 2004). Pamela has a keen interest in Dermatopathology, ‘One Health’ and Comparative Pathology.
