foundations

• What are the learning objectives outlined in the study material?

  • Recent foundations of veterinary science
  • Diversity of training options and qualifications
  • Standardisation of credentials across jurisdictions
• How long has there been considerable development in veterinary science?

  Last 60-70 years
• What does the study material say about the modern veterinary profession?

  The modern profession is relatively young
• How did veterinary "science" and the "art" of veterinary practice evolve?

  They evolved together
• What are some key bodies associated with veterinary practice?

  Vet Board, AVA, VNCA, the College, AVBC
• What key trends are mentioned in the study material?

  Nature of work and demographics
• What is a common topic on all veterinary exams?

  Therapeutics
• What historical evidence exists for animal care in ancient times?

  • Specific care since domestication
  • Natural causes of disease recognized
  • Treatments based on empirical practices
• When are records of animal care dated back to?

  As early as 3000 BC/BCE
• What is the significance of the kahun Veterinary papyrus?

  It dates back to 2040 - 1782 BC/BCE
• Who is Hippocrates and what is his contribution?

  He had an empirical approach to diagnosing
• What happened after the fall of the Western Roman Empire?

  Prior knowledge of veterinary science was lost
• What was the impact of 'The Enlightenment' on veterinary science?

  It marked the dawn of the modern veterinarian
• Who was Claude Bourgelat and what did he do?

  He established the first veterinary school in Lyon
• When was the first Veterinary School established in Lyon?

  1761
• What was Bourgelat's legacy in veterinary science?

  Scientific approach and professional ethics
• What was the focus of early veterinary education?

  Horse and livestock
• How did veterinary science advance in the 1800s and 1900s?

  It advanced with the progress of science
• What was the public interest in animal welfare rights by the end of the 19th century?

  It was increasing
• What was the significance of the 'First Fleet' in Australia?

  It brought various animals but no vets
• How many practicing vets were there in Australia in the 1800s?

  Less than 50
• What were some reasons for the low number of veterinarians in Australia?

  Low disease incidence and livestock values
• Who is William Tyson Kendall?

  Father of Veterinary Science in Australia
• What did Kendall achieve in 1888?

  Opened the first veterinary school in Australia
• When was the Veterinary Surgeons Act established in Victoria?

  1887
• What are the roles of Veterinary Boards in Australia?

  • Regulate veterinary practice
  • Protect consumer and animal welfare
  • Register veterinarians
  • Handle complaints against veterinarians
• When was the Australian Veterinary Association founded?

  1921
• What is the purpose of the Australian Veterinary Association?

  To champion and empower the veterinary profession
• When was the first issue of the Australian Veterinary Journal published?

  March 1925
• What is the mission of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists?

  To provide professional qualifications to veterinarians
• When was the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council established?

  1999
• What does the AVBC promote?

  Integrity and sustainability of the veterinary profession
• What was established in the early 20th century related to veterinary research?

  Veterinary/animal research institutes opened
• What challenges did the veterinary profession face in the early 20th century?

  World wars and economic depression
• How many active veterinary schools were there in Australia after World War II?

  1
• What demographic changes occurred in veterinary graduates from 1950 to 2000?

  Increase in female graduates
• What was the percentage of female graduates in 1950?

  3%
• What was the percentage of female graduates in 2023?

  86%
• What were the changes in working conditions for veterinarians from 1950 to 2000?

  • Shift from working alone to multi-vet practices
  • Improved work hours
  • Decreased after-hours duties
• What were the trends in the nature of veterinary work from 1950 to 2000?

  • Decline in cattle work
  • Rise in companion animal work
  • Increase in preventative medicine