Moorview Referrals

25/06/2024

Introducing the Moorview Referrals Seizure Clinic led by Neurology Specialists!

Epilepsy is common neurological problem in pets and following the initial seizure, owners may feel negative emotions such as being distraught, fearful, and uncertain regarding the future. However, with the correct investigation, treatment plan and support network, this condition can be treated very successfully and both patients and owners can enjoy an excellent quality of life.

What is the seizure clinic? A consultation-led service run by European recognised neurology specialists for patients with suspected seizures or other types of abnormal neurological episodes.
When does it run? Every Wednesday morning.
What are the benefits?
45-minute consultation with a Specialist
Classify seizures
Discuss diagnostic options on a case-by-case basis
Provide a holistic approach to seizure management
Access to an electronic health record including online secured storage of video footage

We are now taking referrals for seizure clinic appointments via our referral platform!

20/06/2024

Meet Sully

Cheeky Sully, one of our staff pets was seen by our ECC department after eating paracetamol and gabapentin belonging to his big sister Winnie.
Sully was given an injection to induce vomiting to remove any undigested tablets from his system and sent home with some activated charcoal to absorb any remaining medication.
Sully was feeling very sorry for himself after his trip to the vets, as you can see it didn't last long and he was quickly back to his playful self.

18/06/2024

The British veterinary Receptionist Association receptionist of the year awards give us the opportunity to highlight the amazing and invaluable work that our reception team do every day.

At Moorview Referrals, our dedicated and friendly reception team are the first point of contact for you and your pet; whether this is booking a referral on the phone, or coming in to the practice for a consultation appointment.

Please join us in recognising the amazing work that our reception team do and use the following link to nominate a member of our team https://www.bvra.co.uk/veterinary-receptionist-of-the-year-award/

10/06/2024

Meet Woody

Unfortunately Woody had been diagnosed with a mast cell tumor, which our Soft tissue department successfully removed.
He was then referred to our internal medicine department for chemotherapy treatment. Woody is an amazing patient and completed his treatment last week, much to his owner's delight!
We look forward to welcoming him back in the coming months for his check up!

Well done Woody!

05/06/2024

As part of IVC Evidencia, each year we are able to apply for a Community Grant Fund to help support charities in our local community. After shortlisting several local charities, the final decision was put to practice vote with Dogs First Rescue receiving the most votes. The application was then submitted to IVC, and we are able to secure a community grant of £1000 to help with the amazing work that Dogs First Rescue do in the local and wider community

Dogs First are a registered charity, run entirely by volunteers based in Cramlington, specialising in rehoming dogs from a variety of backgrounds, helping them to find there forever home (some with members of the Moorview Referrals team). As well as this they also run a pet food bank, helping those that are struggling to ensure that their pets have enough to eat.

We are so pleased to be able to support the work that Dogs First do, with most of the funds that they raise through fundraising and donations going towards veterinary care, neutering, microchipping and vaccination of the dogs in their care.

03/06/2024

Meet Bailey!

Bailey was referred to our ECC team after suspected ingestion of six cocktail sticks.

Following admission, a point of care ultrasound was carried out which identified at least three sharp foreign objects in the stomach. Fortunately, there was no perforation. Once we had confirmation that the cocktail sticks were still in the stomach we proceeded to endoscopy.

With the use of our pediatric gastroscope Amy, one of our emergency and critical care vets, was able to pin-point where the foreign objects were located and gently remove each one individually using specialist endoscopy graspers.

After a short time all six cocktail sticks were successfully removed from Bailey’s stomach complete with chicken still attached!

Following the retrieval, Amy was able to use the endoscope to guarantee that all foreign material had been removed and ensure that there was no trauma or perforation caused to Bailey’s oesophagus or stomach.

Bailey had a quick and comfortable recovery and was able to go home the following morning.

At Moorview Referrals we are fully staffed with an emergency and critical care team of experienced vets and nurses 24 hours a day.

We have a comprehensive range of video endoscopes and high-quality ultrasound machines which can help prevent the need for a lengthy and risky surgery.

31/05/2024

Meet Samantha RVN, our floor coordinator.

"I joined Moorview 10 years ago as an SVN and qualified as an RVN in 2017, after working in all areas of the practice I developed an interest in surgical nursing, completing my advanced diploma in this area.
I have always loved animals and love that I have a career that allows me to work with them every day and have a positive impact on their care.
When not at work I love to spend time with my 2 cats, Maverick and Trip, and Keaton my Jack Russell Terrier."

31/05/2024

Meet Laura Garfoot RVN- Senior surgical wards nurse

Laura joined Moorview Referrals in 2016 after spending 4 years in primary care.
Since starting Laura has worked in all aspects of referral but swiftly realised she has a keen interest in pre and post operative care. Caring for your animals before and after surgery.

Laura has a keen interest in neurology and nursing post operative spinal patients.
Outside of work, Laura has her own zoo, 4 cats, 3 dogs and 2 horses to keep her occupied.

30/05/2024

Meet Laura, one of our senior surgical RVN's.

"I had always known I had wanted to work with animals ever since I was little. I qualified as a Veterinary Nursing 2012 and joined the team at Croft/Moorview in 2014.

I have worked in many areas of the practice and have developed a passion for theatre and surgical nursing, gaining my Anaesthesia Certificate in 2021. I am part of a fantastic team of nurses where each day is never the same! I like to spend my spare time doing things with my family, I have a Staffie called Wallace and two children which keep me busy even on my days off!"

30/05/2024

Meet Theresa,

Theresa began her career at Moorview Referrals as a Trainee Nurse 14.5 years ago, and is now the Clinical Nursing Manager at the practice.
Theresa has always had a passion for anesthesia, gaining her Certificates in Anesthesia and ECC, and now enjoys working with the nursing team to develop their skills and continue to provide excellent patient care.
"It is amazing to work with a great team of nurses who have such a broad range of interests and talents, and their care and compassion towards every patient is inspiring."
Theresa also has a keen interest in Mental Health and Wellbeing, and always works to promote this in practice.
Theresa has a cat called Oscar and two guinea pigs; Charlie and Joan.

29/05/2024

Meet Lauren, one of our newly qualified RVN's

"I’ve always been a massive animal lover and had pets from a young age. At the age of 24 I realised that I could build a career caring for animals, and left my boring office job to study animal management at college. I joined Moorview in 2019 as an animal care assistant and after 2 years in the role I began to study as a student veterinary nurse, qualifying as an RVN in Januart this year.
I have such a sense of reward and satisfaction in my job and I am proud of what I do. I have a keen interest in anaesthesia and emergency treatment within practice. I love knowing that I have made a difference within my role."

28/05/2024

Meet Phoebe RVN, Surgical Team Leader.

Phoebe joined Croft/Moorview in 2013 and qualified as an RVN in 2016. She completed her Anaesthesia certificate in 2019 and has a strong interest in surgery, looking after your pets when they undergo a surgical procedure.

She has a cocker spaniel, Lola, three rescue cats, Niamh, Orla and Paddy, and if they didn't keep her busy enough, she has a two year old as well!

She is our Sustainability Lead, ensuring we do as best we can to reduce our environmental impact.

27/05/2024

Meet Holly, one of our SVN's

"I have worked at Moorview for nearly 3 years as an animal care assistant. I’m currently settling into my my new role as a SVN and enjoy rotating throughout the departments to greater my knowledge, my colleagues are a huge part of my training and I enjoy work closely with them daily.
When I’m not studying I enjoy heading up the Northumberland coast for walks with my partner and always find a good spot for lunch. I have two dogs Amber and Flo and two cats Eve and Fifi"

26/05/2024

Meet Beth CertVNECC RVN our Out of Hours Team Leader

Beth has worked with us since 2012 and qualified as an RVN in 2017. After many years of working rotating night shifts, she took the plunge and became a permanent part of the out of hours team. To continue her passion for caring of critical patients, Beth completed her emergency and critical care certificate in 2021, and in 2022 became the OOH Team Leader. When Beth is not being nocturnal, she spends her time with her family, and tends to be kept on her toes by her little boy and Cocker Spaniel puppy Sully!

25/05/2024

Meet Chrissy, one of our Surgical RVN's.

" I am a Surgical RVN at Moorview, which means I spend most of my time preparing patients for, supporting them throughout and recovering them, from anaesthesia. I became a nurse because I wanted to work with animals, but I also wanted a career I could be proud of, where I could make a difference to my patients and their humans. I moved to Moorview from the Isle of Man two years ago and haven't looked back. I am currently working towards my NCERT in Nursing Anaesthesia.

My fur family is made up of Sylvestor the Fluff and two horses Q and Ivor, who are all the best boys!"

24/05/2024

Meet Christine DipAVN CertAVN RVN our Emergency and Critical Care Team Leader

"Growing up surrounded by animals both large and small, I knew from a early age that I wanted to work with them. It wasn't until I was a bit older that I discovered veterinary nursing and from that point on my path was clear.
From the day I began my training as an student nurse I have never looked back. Being a Registered Veterinary Nurse give you so many opportunities and career paths. From starting my training in a small first opinion practice in the South Lakes in 2012 to becoming the Emergency and Critical Care Team Leader at Moorview last year no two days are ever the same. There are highs and lows, but I wouldn't change a thing how many people can say they spend every day doing a job they love, working with amazing people and most importantly caring for our patients and giving them a voice."

When not at work Chris spends time competing in flyball with Rocket her crazy Jack Russel Terrier, going for long walks and reading a good book with her cat Fawkes

23/05/2024

Meet Rebecca, one of our SVN's

"I’m Rebecca a student veterinary nurse in my first year of college.
I’m Passionate about animals and it’s a career that makes a difference to the animals life that’s why after completing my GCSEs I knew I wanted to work with animals and get into the veterinary industry so I could make a difference and help the clients and patients that come through the door. I have many pets myself I have one cat called Bobby, two dogs one is a Jack Russel cross called Ralph the other is a sprocker spaniel called Rueben. I also have two horses Boo and Magenta."

22/05/2024

Meet Stacey DipAVN RVN our Medicine Team Leader

Stacey qualified as an RVN in 2012 and joined Moorview shortly afterwards. She completed her advanced nursing diploma in 2017 and has been a key member of our medicine team ever since. She is responsible for the day-to-day organisation of our busy department as well as caring for patients that are having investigations and procedures performed or are recovering in our hospital.

Outside of work, Stacey can be found walking her two dogs Oska and Charlie. She is also a very talented baker, and the whole team get very excited when one of her beautiful cakes makes its way into work!

21/05/2024

Meet Charlotte, one of our RVN's that works in our ECC and Kennel departments.

"I wanted to be a veterinary nurse as I wanted to care for animals and make a positive impact on animal welfare, particularly felines. I also have an interest in critical care and wanted a career where I am challenged daily. I started training in primary care before deciding to expand my knowledge and skill set by starting a career in referral nursing."

Charlotte is currently working towards her ISFM feline nursing certificate and has 2 cats Cooper and Sparrow (who is a blood donor!), and Audrey a cocker spaniel.

14/05/2024

Here at Moorview Referrals we are celebrating Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month.

Over the course of the next couple of weeks, we will be introducing you to our amazing nursing team and understanding what made them choose this particular career.

To celebrate the 20th annual Vet Nurse Awareness Month we are showcasing the fantastic and varied work our veterinary nurses do, the progression that has bee...

11/05/2024

We currently have an adult female black domestic short hair cat receiving treatment with ourselves after being found in the Cowpen area. If you think this is your cat please contact 01913388890.

24/04/2024

30/11/2023

As always it is time for our Moorview Referrals Remembrance Tree. Please feel free to drop in, pick a decoration and put your pet's name on. Donations are welcome and are going to Newcastle Cat and Dog Shelter, there is a collection box with the decorations.
Feel free to put your decoration anywhere on our Christmas Tree.

27/11/2023

We are pleased to be taking part in this years Christmas jumper day.

We're taking part in Save the Children's Christmas Jumper Day on Thursday 7 December! Every pound we raise will give children in the UK and around the world the chance to grow up healthy and happy, and change the future for good.

03/11/2023

Meet Ruben!
Ruben was only 18 weeks old when he was referred to our Emergency and Critical Care department with a history of lethargy and anorexia. He was incredibly unwell, and initial tests showed he had a condition called bile peritonitis.
Bile peritonitis is a rare, non-septic inflammatory response to presence of bile in the abdomen, typically as a result of trauma or biliary tract obstruction. Ruben had no history of either!
Ruben needed multiple transfusions in addition to emergency surgery. During surgery, 2 leaks were found within the bile ducts supplying 2 liver lobes. Surgery was successful in stopping the leak, although a portion of Ruben's liver had to be removed as part of this.
Ruben remained in hospital for several days under the careful watch of our 24 hour on site team of emergency vets and nurses, before being discharged home.

He has returned for several post-operative checks and appears to have completely recovered from his ordeal!!

19/07/2023

Meet Stella & Marnie!
They both came via our Out of Hours service this evening to see our ECC vet Vio, as their owner believed one or both had consumed a large volume of dark chocolate.

Upon inducing vomiting we quickly realized who the culprit was...

Unfortunately, poor Stella didn't consume any chocolate... It was her sister, Marnie!

Once they both felt a little bit better after some cuddles with our nurses, they were discharged and headed home for a nice quiet night in.

We would like to remind owners of the dangers of theobromine (the dangerous chemical contained in chocolate) and advise everyone to keep any goodies hidden, safely away from our furry friends.

11/07/2023

Do you remember our post last month about the Pet Blood Bank?

Lola was one of the very poorly dogs in our hospital who required treatment with blood transfusions. She was diagnosed with 'immune mediated haemolytic anaemia', which is a condition in which an abnormal immune response destroys red blood cells. During her stay with us, Lola received three blood transfusions. Two of these were provided to us by the Pet Blood Bank and one was a donation made by James, who belongs to Jos, one of our neurologists.

Lola was also prescribed medication to suppress the abnormal immune response, and she was able to go home after a few days in the hospital. We were delighted to see how well she looks in this photo her owner sent us, and we are extremely grateful to both James and all the dogs volunteer to donate blood with the Pet Blood Bank. Blood transfusions are genuinely life saving, as in Lola's case.