Updates on FIP (2023)
Overview
Sash and Bova Aus bring you an update on FIP.
Dr Alex Kennedy discusses Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP). FIP has become a hot talking point among feline veterinarians, with new treatments and a better understanding of the disease. Points that will be covered are:
- Diagnosing FIP in general practice – the brick-by-brick approach
- Revolutionary anti-virals – approach to treatment and monitoring protocols
- Tips and tricks for tricky cases
Presenters
Dr Alex Kennedy graduated from the University of Sydney in 2017 and began her career in general practice in the Hunter region. In 2019, she completed a rotating internship at SASH, where she also conducted a research project evaluating risk factors for feline ureteral obstruction.
Following this, Alex undertook a specialist internship in internal medicine and achieved membership with the Australian & New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS) in Small Animal Medicine.
In July 2021, she commenced a residency in internal medicine through the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM). While she enjoys all facets of internal medicine, Alex has a particular interest in emerging treatments for FIP and other infectious diseases.
