Dr. Kate FORSTER
EBVS® European Specialist in Veterinary Small Animal Surgery
MAVetMB, CertSAS, DipECVS, MRCVS
Adjunct Professor, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences CityUHK
Dr. Forster advocates for evidence-based surgical standards through her strong dedication to clinical excellence and professional education. Her leadership in shaping the ECVS (European College of Veterinary Surgeons) examination frameworks helps mold the veterinarians of tomorrow. Currently, she serves as the Small Animal Surgery Specialist at CityU Veterinary Medical Centre in Hong Kong, where she advances clinical innovation and mentors the next generation of veterinary surgeons.
Credentials
- EBVS® European Specialist in Veterinary Small Animal Surgery (DipECVS)
- MAVetMB, University of Cambridge
- CertSAS (Certificate in Small Animal Surgery)
- MRCVS (Member, Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons)
Clinical Expertise
Board-certified soft tissue surgeon with 15+ years in high-volume referral practice, including work at Davies Veterinary Specialists (UK), University of Cambridge (UK) and University of Edinburgh (UK). Internationally recognized and specialises in complex procedures:
- Maxillofacial (bones of the face and orbit) oncologic (cancer) reconstructions
- Cleft palate repairs
- Thoracic trauma management
- Tumour (cancer) resections (head and neck, liver, kidney, intestines, heart, lungs)
- Kidney surgery and bladder surgery, including stones in the ureter and bladder
Academic Leadership
- Clinical Trainer: Surgical residencies at University of Cambridge and University of Edinburgh (2020–present)
- ECVS Examiner & Committee Member: Oversees European Board-certification standards
- CPD Developer: 7+ years designing continuing education programs for Improve International
Research & Governance
- Associate Editor: Journal of Small Animal Practice (JSAP)
- Key Publications: Vaginal tumour resection (felines), axillary flap reconstruction, thoracic foreign body management
In her free time, Dr. Kate enjoys venturing into the countryside and is very excited to explore the country parks of Hong Kong. She is also eager to continue learning Spanish, as well as traveling and discovering more of Asia.