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EQUINE 20. Azevedo-Marques MM, Ferreira DB, Costa RS. Rhabdomyonecrosis experimentally induced in Wistar rats by Africanised bee venom. Toxicon 1992;30:344– 348. 21. Abraham LA, Hinkley CJ, Tatarczuch L et al. Acute renal failure following Bull Ant mass envenomation in two dogs. Aust Vet J 2004;82:43–47. 22. Fitzgerald KT, Flood AA. Hymenoptera stings. Clin Tech Small Anim Pract 2006;21:194–204. 23. Grisotto LSD, Mendes GE, Castro I et al. Mechanisms of bee venom-induced acute renal failure. Toxicon 2006;48:44–54. 24. Levick N, Braitberg G. Massive European wasp envenomation of a child. Emerg Med 1996;8:239–245.
25. Loten C, Stokes B, Worsley D et al. A randomised controlled trial of hot water (45 deg C) immersion versus ice packs for pain relief in blue bottle stings. Med J Aust 2006;184:329–333. 26. Schumacher MJ, Egen NB, Tanner D. Neutralization of bee venom lethality by immune serum antibiodies. Am J Trop Med Hygiene 1996;55:197–201. 27. Florea A, Puica C, Vintan M et al. Electrophysiological and structural aspects in the frontal cortex after the bee (Apis mellifera) venom experimental treatment. Cell Mol Neurobiol 2011;31:701–714. (Accepted for publication 11 November 2011)
OBITUARY
Paul Gotis-Graham 1967–2014
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aul Gotis-Graham, veterinarian, animal lover, idealist and Renaissance man, died in January 2014 from acute myeloid leukaemia. He was 47 years old and spent the last 6 in fighting the disease with the same spirit and determination he displayed in building his career and in pursuing excellence in all aspects of his life. The son of a veterinarian, Paul graduated from Sydney University in 1989 with First Class honours. In 1993, he took over his father’s practice in Casula, south-western Sydney, a substantial undertaking for a recent graduate. Paul was determined to transform the practice, so he shifted its focus to clients’ needs, upgraded plant and facilities, and optimised patient care. Through talent, hard work and flair, Paul built a solid, reputable and successful business, which he continued to run until 2011. With his first wife and business partner, Miriam, the practice became renowned for exceptional service to clients and a compassionate approach to patients. This soon attracted like-minded veterinarians, which led to branches in neighbouring suburbs. Paul spent his career servicing a clientele from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. His choice to practise in the less advantaged part of Sydney revealed his and his team’s true nature. It was routine for Paul to conduct major surgeries for clients who were devoted to their animals but could not afford to pay. Although Paul was skilled in all aspects of clinical practice, his passion was surgery. He trained tirelessly in this field, through courses, workshops and personal study. Mentored by Marc Polese, he completed his MACVSc in Small Animal Surgery and became actively involved in that chapter of the College, serving as its Treas-
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urer (2004–10), as an examiner and as a dynamic member of its Organising Committee. Paul was continually excited by new techniques and new technology. His enthusiasm was contagious and his devotion to his profession was an inspiration. After he became ill, Paul ceased full-time practice, but during remission he would return to the clinic and the operating theatre. Paul wanted to give even more back to the profession. He was a member of the Centre for Veterinary Education Council, worked as a consultant, chairing conferences and symposia, as well as providing advice to the Director. In 2012, Paul returned to his alma mater as a tutor in Anatomy, promoting the importance of structure and function from the perspectives of both surgery and diagnostic imaging. At the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, where he taught and practised as a clinician on weekends, Paul was an engaging, challenging and inspirational teacher. Paul Gotis-Graham was a special person who enriched the lives of family, friends, colleagues and clients. He cared deeply about people, about pets and about life. He often said, ‘It’s about making a difference’. Everyone who knew him was touched by his indomitable spirit and for that reason alone he did make a difference! Paul is survived by his wife Kate, his brothers Con and Ian, his sisterin-law Christina and by his two nieces Stephanie and Anna. Vale Paul Gotis Graham. R Malik, A Chiu, C Klupiec, W Lee, P Tisdall, K DeMaere and PJ Canfield doi: 10.1111/avj.12181
© 2014 Australian Veterinary Association
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EQUINE 20. Azevedo-Marques MM, Ferreira DB, Costa RS. Rhabdomyonecrosis experimentally induced in Wistar rats by Africanised bee venom. Toxicon 1992;30:344– 348. 21. Abraham LA, Hinkley CJ, Tatarczuch L et al. Acute renal failure following Bull Ant mass envenomation in two dogs. Aust Vet J 2004;82:43–47. 22. Fitzgerald KT, Flood AA. Hymenoptera stings. Clin Tech Small Anim Pract 2006;21:194–204. 23. Grisotto LSD, Mendes GE, Castro I et al. Mechanisms of bee venom-induced acute renal failure. Toxicon 2006;48:44–54. 24. Levick N, Braitberg G. Massive European wasp envenomation of a child. Emerg Med 1996;8:239–245.
25. Loten C, Stokes B, Worsley D et al. A randomised controlled trial of hot water (45 deg C) immersion versus ice packs for pain relief in blue bottle stings. Med J Aust 2006;184:329–333. 26. Schumacher MJ, Egen NB, Tanner D. Neutralization of bee venom lethality by immune serum antibiodies. Am J Trop Med Hygiene 1996;55:197–201. 27. Florea A, Puica C, Vintan M et al. Electrophysiological and structural aspects in the frontal cortex after the bee (Apis mellifera) venom experimental treatment. Cell Mol Neurobiol 2011;31:701–714. (Accepted for publication 11 November 2011)
OBITUARY
Paul Gotis-Graham 1967–2014
P
aul Gotis-Graham, veterinarian, animal lover, idealist and Renaissance man, died in January 2014 from acute myeloid leukaemia. He was 47 years old and spent the last 6 in fighting the disease with the same spirit and determination he displayed in building his career and in pursuing excellence in all aspects of his life. The son of a veterinarian, Paul graduated from Sydney University in 1989 with First Class honours. In 1993, he took over his father’s practice in Casula, south-western Sydney, a substantial undertaking for a recent graduate. Paul was determined to transform the practice, so he shifted its focus to clients’ needs, upgraded plant and facilities, and optimised patient care. Through talent, hard work and flair, Paul built a solid, reputable and successful business, which he continued to run until 2011. With his first wife and business partner, Miriam, the practice became renowned for exceptional service to clients and a compassionate approach to patients. This soon attracted like-minded veterinarians, which led to branches in neighbouring suburbs. Paul spent his career servicing a clientele from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. His choice to practise in the less advantaged part of Sydney revealed his and his team’s true nature. It was routine for Paul to conduct major surgeries for clients who were devoted to their animals but could not afford to pay. Although Paul was skilled in all aspects of clinical practice, his passion was surgery. He trained tirelessly in this field, through courses, workshops and personal study. Mentored by Marc Polese, he completed his MACVSc in Small Animal Surgery and became actively involved in that chapter of the College, serving as its Treas-
148
Australian Veterinary Journal Volume 92, No 5, May 2014
urer (2004–10), as an examiner and as a dynamic member of its Organising Committee. Paul was continually excited by new techniques and new technology. His enthusiasm was contagious and his devotion to his profession was an inspiration. After he became ill, Paul ceased full-time practice, but during remission he would return to the clinic and the operating theatre. Paul wanted to give even more back to the profession. He was a member of the Centre for Veterinary Education Council, worked as a consultant, chairing conferences and symposia, as well as providing advice to the Director. In 2012, Paul returned to his alma mater as a tutor in Anatomy, promoting the importance of structure and function from the perspectives of both surgery and diagnostic imaging. At the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, where he taught and practised as a clinician on weekends, Paul was an engaging, challenging and inspirational teacher. Paul Gotis-Graham was a special person who enriched the lives of family, friends, colleagues and clients. He cared deeply about people, about pets and about life. He often said, ‘It’s about making a difference’. Everyone who knew him was touched by his indomitable spirit and for that reason alone he did make a difference! Paul is survived by his wife Kate, his brothers Con and Ian, his sisterin-law Christina and by his two nieces Stephanie and Anna. Vale Paul Gotis Graham. R Malik, A Chiu, C Klupiec, W Lee, P Tisdall, K DeMaere and PJ Canfield doi: 10.1111/avj.12181
© 2014 Australian Veterinary Association
