Case Report Competition 2026
Share your clinical experience at ECC Congress
We are pleased to invite veterinary surgeons and RVNs to submit case reports on any topic relevant to veterinary emergency and critical care!
Submission Requirements
Each case report should include:
- Signalment, history and relevant physical examination findings
- Key diagnostic investigations and therapeutic interventions
- Nursing care
- Outcome and follow-up, if available
- Key learning points drawn from the case
Please include a brief statement outlining which aspects of the case were directly managed by the presenter.
Who Can Apply?
- Veterinary surgeons
- Registered veterinary nurses
- No previous experience in public speaking or presenting required
Selection Criteria
- A maximum of six cases will be selected by the review panel
- Selection will be based primarily on clinical case management and reflective learning
Presentation Format
- 10 minutes to present your case
- Followed by 3-5 minutes of questions from the judging panel
- Presentations must adhere to timing
- Present using PowerPoint or a similar platform
Presenter Benefits
- Complimentary day conference pass for Thursday
- One night's hotel accommodation, if required
- Present your case to the ECC community
- Receive feedback from an expert panel
- Enhance your CV and professional profile
Ready to Submit?
Please send your case report presentation to aoife.reid@vets-now.com
Deadline: 31 August 2026
Key Dates
- 31 August 2026 – Submission deadline
- 1 October 2026 – Notification of acceptance
- 5 November 2026 – Presentation date
What Past Presenters Say
"This was a really rewarding and unique experience for vets and nurses working in practice. It gave the opportunity to share ideas, learn from others and reflect on how we apply evidence-based veterinary medicine and contextualised care in emergency practice"
