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Izzy Riley

Staff profile

Lecturer

Izzy Riley (1)

Career Overview

I have taught across higher and further education within the veterinary nursing department since I started in August 2016. I am a registered veterinary nurse with clinical experience across equine, mixed, and small animal practice. In my current position as a lecturer and program manager for the Diploma and Professional Studies course, I also support students as a personal tutor and throughout their dissertation projects.

I hold an MRes in Animal Behaviour and Welfare from Hartpury and a BSc (Hons) Equine Veterinary Nursing Science degree from the University of the West of England. Additionally, I have completed a PGCHE and am a fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

In the past, I have had the opportunity to present my research at the BVNA (British Veterinary Nursing Association) Congress and BVBA (British Veterinary Behaviour Association).

Teaching and supervision

  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Ethical Animal Breeding
  • Volunteering
  • Clinical skills OSCE preparation
  • Veterinary Nursing Clinic
  • Supervisor on multiple undergraduate dissertations

Research interests

  • Exploring animal behaviour in a veterinary setting and identifying fear-free practice and progressive methods of behavioural management, including how patient and owner support could be improved.
  • Ethical breeding development of companion animals, with a focus on welfare, health and genetic inheritance
  • International welfare organisations
  • Diagnostic imaging, including the use of advanced modalities.

Professional memberships

Veterinary Nursing degrees

Hannah Smith Veterinary Nursing Hartpury