Katie Ford Coaching & Consulting

22/02/2026

17/02/2026

Looking for some awesome clinical CPD?

Without having to travel anywhere and with a wonderful set of speakers?

Look no further.

I'm excited to be co-hosting and helping facilitate the upcoming Vtx_cpd day: A Day in the Life of a Brachycephalic Dog in Practice.

I've had the privilege of working with vtx in various capacities over the past six years, since we first connected on Instagram in 2020 (though Scott I actually met by chance at an emergency shift a couple of years before that).

What I've always loved about vtx is how they combine rigorous, evidence-based content with genuine kindness and respect for the realities of everyday general practice.

I've facilitated many of their sessions over the years, and I'm consistently inspired by how the whole team go above and beyond to answer questions, follow up afterwards and ensure everyone is heard. There truly is no such thing as a stupid question in their space. It's really special.

They also heavily advocate for RVNs (the awesome Georgia Woods-Lee is speaking at this event!), share kind words, encourage others behind the scenes, sponsor new events... the list goes on. Genuinely wonderful people.

I LOVE them, and I think you will too.

If you're looking for practical, high-quality CPD on caring for our canine brachycephalic patients (everything from anaesthesia to nutrition, BOAS surgery to neurology and dermatology) this day has an amazing lineup of specialist vets and nurses covering a wide range of topics.

I'm also quietly grateful that vtx probably single-handedly ensures I hit my clinical CPD each year.
So much of my learning now is non-clinical, given the work I do, but I love that they help me keep a hand in on the clinical side too.

One of my favourite CPD organisations out there.
Have a look if you haven't already.
Maybe share with someone who is looking for some online CPD on this topic, it would make my day (and theirs too!)

01/02/2026

Exciting news! We've announced Dr. Chris Turner as the incredible keynote for Veterinary Human Factors Live 2026.

If you're on the Vet Empowered or VetLed mailing lists, the link to buy your Early Bird ticket will be live in your inbox right now.

For everyone else... 9am!

They've been selling quickly over the weekend so act fast and grab your seat.

So, who's delivering our inspiring keynote at VHFL 2026?

We're super excited to finally be able to share that Dr Chris Turner will be delivering the keynote sessions at this event...

That's right, there's more than one session!

Rather than just one session at the beginning or the end of the day, Chris's contributions will bookend the day - setting the tone in the morning and then rounding the day off with relevant, actionable, takeaways.

He will be in the room all day, listening, joining discussions, and tracking the threads that matter, so his closing session won't just be a generic recap, but a grounded synthesis of what the profession says when we give it the space to think together.

Then he’ll do what he does best: name the moment, raise the bar, and invite all of us into the kind of action that lasts. Chris knows what it takes to create change and will bring to life just why collaboration is key.

If you're on our mailing lists, the ticket link's already in your inbox - check yesterday's mail! If not, don't worry, general sale starts tomorrow at 9am, and we'll share the links on our social pages and website.

A gentle reminder that we only have a limited number of Early Bird tickets available (65), so grab yourself a bargain while you can! Early Bird tickets are just £180 inc VAT.

06/01/2026

There’s something quietly powerful happening in our profession this year. It’s something rooted in hope, connection, and the belief that we can achieve more when we come together.

Reconnect

Collaborate

Catalyse

Change

Veterinary Human Factors Live 2026: Collaborating For Collective Change

Friday 26th June 2026 | Birmingham | In person

Tickets go on sale 2nd February 2026
(If you’re on our mailing list, you’ll get early access 48 hours before general release, visit www.vetled.co.uk to sign up)

The keynote speaker will be announced soon – stay tuned!

This is your chance to be part of something meaningful and we know you, our community, are always ready to come together. Let’s see what we can achieve!

Mark your calendar, spread the word, and get ready to join us.

02/12/2025

I always love being part of these sessions with Scott and Vtx_cpd.

They're always really interesting, actionable and nuanced from an incredible bunch of speakers.

This will be a brilliant day of CPD, with plenty of opportunity to ask questions in a kind, supportive space.

Make sure you check it out!

Fun fact: Scott and I actually first met on an emergency shift where we both locummed, probably back in 2017!