VETERINARY NEUROLOGY RESIDENT IN DERBYSHIRE, UK
An exciting opportunity has been created at Dovecote Veterinary Hospital for a 3-year, ECVN approved residency in Veterinary Neurology and Neurosurgery.
Dovecote is a busy, progressive, growing, multi-disciplinary referral hospital in the Midlands. Beyond neurology, our hospital specialties include orthopaedics, internal medicine, oncology, soft tissue surgery, dermatology and ophthalmology. The hospital is located in Castle Donington – a growing picturesque market town in the heart of the Midlands with an international airport (East Midlands), within 30 minutes from Nottingham, Derby and Leicester and close to the Peak District. We are also a clinical associate practice for the University of Nottingham Veterinary School.
The neurology/neurosurgery team includes four ECVN Diplomates, a senior board‑eligible neurologist and one resident. Our residency program, developed over the last 9 years, has successfully prepared four ECVN diplomates. The resident will work in a supportive environment with active case discussion, manage a varied caseload of neuro‑medical and neuro‑surgical cases, and be involved in the clinical teaching of final‑year veterinary students from the University of Nottingham during their neurology rotation.
Clinical research is encouraged. The resident will have allocated off‑clinics time for research and study, in addition to preparing regular journal and book clubs. Dovecote Veterinary Referrals is a significant player in neurological clinical research within the UK private referral sector.
Dovecote Veterinary Hospital is part of the CVS Referrals network, providing a large network of multiple specialists across our seven UK referral locations. During the 3‑year residency, there will also be an opportunity to complete an integrated master's in Veterinary Medicine at the University of Nottingham.
Responsibilities
* Provide clinical care for neuro‑medical and neuro‑surgical cases under supervision.
* Participate in active case discussion and support learning for junior team members.
* Assist in the clinical teaching of final‑year veterinary students during their neurology rotation.
* Engage in clinical research, allocating dedicated time for research projects and study.
* Prepare regular journal and book club meetings.
Qualifications
* Preferably completed a rotating internship and/or a neurology internship.
* Expected to work towards the Diploma examination for admission to the European College of Veterinary Neurology.
* Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) or qualified to become a member.
We are looking for a team player, a communicative person with a strong passion for neurology.
For any questions, please contact Sergio Gomes by email (sergio.gomes@dovecotereferrals.co.uk).
The closing date for applications is 31st March 2026.
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