Author: TheFishVet - Richmond's School of Fish

I’m sometimes called a fish doctor by clients, but I would more rightly be called a fish vet.

Often people ask, "Do you have to be a veterinarian and then do further study to become a fish vet?"

The answer is, "Yes."

Legally speaking, you have to be a registered veterinarian to perform medical procedures on animals (which includes fishes). Making diagnoses, and treating or prescribing treatments constitute "acts of veterinary science".

Post-graduation, I sat rigorous examinations to become a Member of the ANZCVS in the subjects of Aquatic Animal Health, and then in Pathobiology (study of diseases). I also earned a Masters of Philosophy in Pathology, and have since become a Certified Aquatic Veterinarian. But, all this study doesn’t beat getting real-life experience, which has been considerable since graduating in 2001.

There are however, courses that you can do to learn more about aquatic animal health that don’t require vet degree. For instance, the MSc in Aquatic Production and Veterinary Health
http://www.cityu.edu.hk/svm/en/Programmes/MSAPVH/Introduction/index.html

A bachelors degree is a prerequisite, and preference is given to applicants with academic background in biology, marine science, environmental science, and/or veterinary science.

It’s the newest course of its kind and the curriculum looks comprehensive. A great way for any fish health professional to expand on their fish expertise.

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Yours sincerely,

Dr Richmond Loh DipProjMgt, BSc, BVMS, MPhil (Pathology), MANZCVS (Aquatics & Pathobiology), CertAqV, CMAVA, NATA Signatory.
Aquatic Veterinarian & Veterinary Pathologist
THE FISH VET, AUSTRALIA – PERTH | MELBOURNE | TOWNSVILLE

Mobile Aquatic Veterinary Medical & Diagnostic Services.

• W: http://www.thefishvet.com.au
• Ph: +61 (0)421 822 383
• Skype: thefishvet
• President WAVMA 2014
• Adjunct Lecturer Murdoch University
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Do you know how many types of parasites your fish could be carrying? They might look ok to you now, but these microscopic bugs are just waiting for the right time to burst out and take your fish.

In this video, I’m showing you a common scenario where although I was asked in, to treat one condition (fish lice), I found multiple other problems (poor water flow, Trichodina and flukes). And, how do you remedy all this? It can all get pretty complicated, but we came up with the solution.

Watch the diagnostic and treatment procedures here – https://youtu.be/sO7tQMziq30

Spring is just round the corner, and as the water warms up, so too will the activities of the pesky parasites.

Get your fish vet-checked before it’s too late.

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Yours sincerely,

Dr Richmond Loh
DipProjMgt, BSc, BVMS, MPhil (Pathology), MANZCVS (Aquatics& Pathobiology), CertAqV, NATA Signatory.

Aquatic Veterinarian & Veterinary Pathologist.
PERTH | MELBOURNE | TOWNSVILLE
THE FISH VET – AUSTRALIA.

Aquatic Veterinary Medical & Diagnostic Services.

http://www.thefishvet.com.au

Ph: +61 421 822 383

A "tail" of fish wishings.

By TheFishVet, and TheFishVet-Junior.

Enjoy!

Watch at – https://youtu.be/BPZmdxFbqZk

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Q: What did the little Syngnathid say to The Fish Vet?

A: Hi Doc, I’m feeling a little hoarse.

Have a FINtastic week! R <+>{

Serious fish or shellfish diseases are called ‘notifiable’ because you must immediately report that you suspect or know about them to the Department of Fisheries (or their equivalent in your state/country). You must tell them immediately if your fish or shellfish:

1. Could be infected with a reportable disease (you must report it even if you only suspect an infection).
2. Are dying in larger numbers than normal.
3. Are affected by unusual deaths.
4. If you know about or suspect a reportable disease but don’t report it you could be fined.

Ask your fish veterinarian if you’re unsure.

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Yours sincerely,

Dr Richmond Loh
DipProjMgt, BSc, BVMS, MPh (Pathology), MANZCVS (Aquatics & Pathobiology), CertAqV, CMAVA, NATA Signatory.
Aquatic Veterinarian & Veterinary Pathologist
THE FISH VET, AUSTRALIA – PERTH | MELBOURNE | TOWNSVILLE
Mobile Aquatic Veterinary Medical & Diagnostic Services.
http://www.thefishvet.com.au
Ph: +61 (0)421 822 383
Skype: thefishvet

President WAVMA 2014

Adjunct Lecturer Murdoch University

Quite an appropriate children’s activity sheet at the local restaurant.

Read more here.

http://www.watoday.com.au/wa-news/up-to-1000-dead-starfish-wash-up-on-beaches-near-fremantle-20160803-gqjzno.html

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Yours sincerely,

Dr Richmond Loh 

DipProjMgt, BSc, BVMS, MPhil (Pathology), MANZCVS (Aquatics& Pathobiology), CertAqV, NATA Signatory.

PERTH | MELBOURNE | TOWNSVILLE
THE FISH VET – AUSTRALIA. 

Mobile Aquatic Veterinary Medical & Diagnostic Services.
http://www.thefishvet.com.au
Ph: +61 421 822 383

Looking for help for your diseased fish?

Try your local veterinary clinic or hospital. Otherwise, try googling "fish+vet".

If you still can’t find one, hobbyists can contact the local koi/fish clubs for a list of registered veterinarians they might work with.

For fish farmers, contact your industry representatives to locate a qualified fish veterinarian.

Please be aware that, for legal reasons, veterinarians are prohibited from diagnosing a disease or recommending treatment without a valid veterinarian-client-patient relationship. We therefore recommend you find a veterinarian willing to accept clients, or who can visit your place to correctly assess your situation.

Try this link to find an aquatic veterinarian in your area:
http://www.aquavetmed.info/

If your local veterinarian is unfamiliar with fish, or would like assistance on a clinical case, please ask them to contact us.

Remember, only a registered veterinarian has the license to practice veterinary medicine. Unless they’re a registered veterinarian, they are legally not allowed to consult (e.g. make a diagnosis, medicate, or prescribe treatments) whether they collect monies or not.

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Yours sincerely,

Dr Richmond Loh
DipProjMgt, BSc, BVMS, MPhil (Pathology), MANZCVS (Aquatics& Pathobiology), CertAqV, NATA Signatory.

Aquatic Veterinarian & Veterinary Pathologist.
PERTH | MELBOURNE | TOWNSVILLE
THE FISH VET – AUSTRALIA.

Aquatic Veterinary Medical & Diagnostic Services.
http://www.thefishvet.com.au
Ph: +61 421 822 383

Does this constitute “art?”

Some interesting discussion was had on my fanpage, and to sum it up, it was distasteful, offensive and poses a zoonotic risk.

Read more of the original article here –
https://www.buzzfeed.com/chrissymahlmeister/dead-fish-makeup?bffbstyle&utm_term=.idjm5vr5k#.fjme63y6D

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Yours sincerely,

Dr Richmond Loh 

DipProjMgt, BSc, BVMS, MPhil (Pathology), MANZCVS (Aquatics& Pathobiology), CertAqV, NATA Signatory.

PERTH | MELBOURNE | TOWNSVILLE
THE FISH VET – AUSTRALIA. 

Mobile Aquatic Veterinary Medical & Diagnostic Services.
http://www.thefishvet.com.au
Ph: +61 421 822 383

Despite FDA’s approval last November,
Nearly 80 major food retailers have committed to not sell genetically engineered salmon.

Read more –
https://ecowatch.com/2016/05/25/retailers-no-gmo-salmon/

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Yours sincerely,

Dr Richmond Loh
DipProjMgt, BSc, BVMS, MPhil (Pathology), MANZCVS (Aquatics& Pathobiology), CertAqV, NATA Signatory.

Aquatic Veterinarian & Veterinary Pathologist.
PERTH | MELBOURNE | TOWNSVILLE
THE FISH VET – AUSTRALIA.

Aquatic Veterinary Medical & Diagnostic Services.
http://www.thefishvet.com.au
Ph: +61 (0)421 822 383

Register and watch the recorded free webinar at this link.

A presentation by Dr. Stephen Reichley, given at the 2016 International Veterinary Student Congress in Vienna, Austria, on July 29, 2017.
 
The presentation covered how Dr. Reichley got involved in aquatic veterinary medicine.  He also described a number of other opportunities and resources available to obtain the knowledge, skills and experience, that will assist any veterinary student or practicing veterinarian incorporate aquatics into their career portfolio.
 
Dr. Reichley graduated from Ohio State University, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2013, and currently serves as a clinical instructor in the Aquatic Teaching and Diagnostic Service at Mississippi State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, where he is also working toward a PhD in aquatic animal health. He also serves as a Director-at-Large for WAVMA. Dr. Reichley has experience working in aquatic veterinary medicine and aquaculture industries in Mississippi, Idaho, Florida, Norway, Scotland, Ireland, and Italy in private practice, governmental organizations, as well as academic institutions. He has also published numerous scientific articles related to aquatic animal health.
If link does not work, copy and paste this URL http://tinyurl.com/hcen4pk (this will allow you to watch the presentation immediately).

WAVMA – 2006 to 2016

10 Years of Advocacy for Aquatic Veterinary Medicine!