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Island Referrals Island Referrals, part of Island VetCare, offers the dogs and cats, pet owners, and vets, of the island a convenient, exceptional, veterinary referral service.

Another successful CPD evening at Island Referrals! 🩺📚 Last week we hosted another CPD evening at Island VetCare, bringi...
09/09/2026

Another successful CPD evening at Island Referrals! 🩺📚 Last week we hosted another CPD evening at Island VetCare, bringing together veterinary professionals for an evening of learning, discussion and some very welcome food and refreshments.

A huge thank you to Cesar Sanchez Jimenez, Specialist in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging, and Berry Wong, Specialist in Internal Medicine, for two excellent and engaging presentations.

Thank you to everyone who joined us — we hope you found the evening both interesting and useful, and we look forward to welcoming you to another Island Referrals CPD event soon! 🐾

👩‍🎓Upcoming CPD Evening for Veterinary Professionals🩺“To CT, or Not to CT? THAT is the Question”Is in-house radiography/...
05/03/2026

👩‍🎓Upcoming CPD Evening for Veterinary Professionals🩺

“To CT, or Not to CT? THAT is the Question”

Is in-house radiography/ultrasound enough, or could CT make a difference?

We are pleased to invite local veterinary professionals to an educational CPD evening at Island Referrals, focused on practical imaging decision-making in first-opinion and referral practice.

The evening will be led by:
Cesar Sanchez Jimenez DVM MScVPS CertAVP (DI) DipECVDI MRCVS EBVS® European Specialist in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging and Ian Nicholson BVSc CertSAS DipECVS MRCVS RCVS ECVS Specialist in Small Animal Surgery

🏥In addition, we will be delivering dedicated RVN ultrasound CPD for emergency triage

📅 Thursday 26th March�🕖 7.00pm – 9.00pm�📍 Island VetCare, Ryde, PO33 1QG

This event is open to Island veterinary surgeons, RVNs and students.�
🍕Refreshments will be provided.

We look forward to welcoming colleagues from across the Island for an informative and collaborative evening.

If you would like to come along, please sign up here: www.islandreferrals.co.uk/cpd-events

24/09/2025

⚠️**MRI scanning at Island Referrals - Monday 29th September** 🐾💚- Available to ALL Island pets. If your pet is showing signs like unexplained lameness, seizures, back pain, or changes in behaviour…our visiting MRI scan could provide the answers you need—quickly and safely. Our mobile unit brings advanced imaging directly to the Island, meaning faster diagnoses without the stress of travel or long wait times. It’s a gentle, non-invasive way to get a clearer picture of what’s going on inside, helping your vet make accurate treatment decisions for your furry family member. For more info contact us NOW on 01983 214747 or email [email protected] or ask your vet to refer you.

26/08/2025

🐾 🚑 Our state-of-the-art Mobile MRI Scanner will be visiting Island Referrals on MONDAY 1st SEPTEMBER. This advanced technology allows us to provide even more detailed imaging to support diagnosis and treatment for your pets — right here on the Island, without the need for travel to the mainland. You do not have to be a client of Island VetCare to be able to use this amazing service. Just ask your vet to refer you to Island Referrals or for more information, contact [email protected] or call 01983 214747 💚🐾

🔬 Calling all Island Vets, RVNs & Veterinary Professionals🩺Only days to go before our latest CPD evening introducing our...
14/07/2025

🔬 Calling all Island Vets, RVNs & Veterinary Professionals🩺

Only days to go before our latest CPD evening introducing our NEW SERVICE:

✨ “Scan, You Fools! Every Belly Has a Story” ✨

Join European Specialists Cesar Sanchez Jimenez and Belen Moreno Lopez for an insightful evening exploring veterinary diagnostic imaging.

🗓 Thursday 17th July
⏰ 7.00pm - 9.00pm
📍 Island VetCare, Ryde, PO33 1QG

🍽 Food Provided!

This event is strictly for veterinary professionals only. Don’t miss out on valuable CPD and the chance to learn from leading experts! To register please see www.islandreferrals.co.uk/cpd-events or contact [email protected]

🚨 One Space left on our visiting MRI Truck this Monday! 🐾 🧠 If your pet needs advanced imaging, just ask YOUR VET to ref...
05/06/2025

🚨 One Space left on our visiting MRI Truck this Monday! 🐾
🧠 If your pet needs advanced imaging, just ask YOUR VET to refer you to Island Referrals today to secure this spot.
MRI can help diagnose complex issues quickly and accurately—get in today on 01983 214747 📞 or see www.islandreferrals.co.uk for more information 🩻

20/03/2025

The Importance of MRI in Diagnosing Pets 🐶
Our furry companions can’t tell us when something is wrong, which is why advanced imaging like MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) plays a crucial role in veterinary medicine. Rosie came to us with suspected neck pain and ataxia (incoordination within the nervous system), her signs progressed, and she became unable to walk.
Just like in human healthcare, MRI provides detailed images of soft tissues, the brain, spinal cord, joints, and internal organs—helping us to diagnose conditions that might otherwise go unnoticed.
As you will will see from Rosie’s story, the MRI played a pivotal role in diagnosing her condition leading to a prompt diagnosis and treatment that has allowed her to get back to living life to her best!
If your pet is showing unusual behaviour, weakness, seizures, or chronic pain please contact us on 01983 214747, this service is available to all Island pets, just ask your vet to refer you to Island Referrals. 🐾

🎓We recently had the pleasure of hosting yet another fantastic CPD evening at the practice. 👀Our visiting Specialist Oph...
18/03/2025

🎓We recently had the pleasure of hosting yet another fantastic CPD evening at the practice. 👀Our visiting Specialist Ophthalmologist Amna Salih from Optivet shared some fascinating insights on ‘Common Ophthalmic Emergencies’👁️, while our Specialist Surgeon Ian provided an engaging talk on ‘Using Epidurals in Practice’ 🩼. It was a great turnout, with plenty of learning, discussion, and of course, delicious food! 🍕
We love being able to run these events and bring the Island veterinary community together in a space where we can all socialise and learn from one another by sharing thoughts and expertise. Keep an eye on our page for details on our next CPD event.💙💚

Did you know that Island Referrals offer OUTPATIENT CARDIOLOGY appointments for all pets on the Isle of Wight? 🐶🐱💙If you...
26/02/2025

Did you know that Island Referrals offer OUTPATIENT CARDIOLOGY appointments for all pets on the Isle of Wight? 🐶🐱💙

If your pet has been diagnosed with a heart murmur or has an ongoing cardiac condition that requires monitoring, expert care is closer than you think! Specialist Cardiologist Luca Ferasin hosts monthly clinics at Island Vetcare in Ryde, providing advanced diagnostics and tailored treatment plans.

This means that your pet can receive specialist cardiology care right here on the Island, this means minimising stress, avoiding unnecessary travel, and ensuring the best possible support for their heart health. 🩺✨

For more information or to enquire about a referral see www.islandreferrals.co.uk or speak to your vet today (you don’t need to be an Island VetCare client to see our Specialists).

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Island VetCare, Brading Road, Ryde. Isle Of Wight
Ryde
PO331QG

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm

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