Current Position

Head of Surgery at Fachtierärzte Althangrund
Fachtierärzte Althangrund is a state-of-the-art veterinary practice located in Vienna, Austria, specializing in providing advanced diagnostic and clinical solutions for small animals. Founded in 2021 by a team of experienced specialists, the clinic is dedicated to delivering exceptional care with a focus on minimally invasive techniques, patient comfort, and client satisfaction. It is an exceptional over-regional referral veterinary clinic offering its services to many veterinary practitioners as well as to small animal owners seeking for second or third opinion on clinical conditions their animals are facing

Education and Experience

Dr. Nikola Katic is a distinguished veterinary surgeon based in Vienna, Austria, specialized in small animal surgery with a focus on minimally invasive techniques. He earned his veterinary degree from the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna (Vetmeduni Vienna) in 2002, where he also completed his doctoral thesis and residency under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Gilles Dupré.

Teaching Experience

Teaching Experience of Dr. Nikola Katic, DVM, Dipl. ECVS

Dr. Nikola Katic is an accomplished educator with a strong commitment to advancing veterinary education. His teaching experience spans academic instruction, clinical mentorship, and international workshops, focusing on equipping veterinary professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary for advanced surgical practice.

Academic Teaching

• Senior Lecturer, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna (Vetmeduni Vienna)
• Provided comprehensive training to veterinary students in small animal surgery, emphasizing both theoretical and practical aspects.
• Designed and delivered lectures on topics such as minimally invasive surgery, soft tissue techniques, and orthopedic procedures.
• Supervised clinical rotations, enabling students to gain hands-on experience in diagnosing and treating surgical cases.
• Mentored residents pursuing specialization in small animal surgery.

Workshops and Continuing Education

• Instructor, European School for Advanced Veterinary Studies (ESAVS)
• Taught specialized courses on minimally invasive surgical techniques, including laparoscopy, thoracoscopy, and arthroscopy.
• Guided participants through hands-on sessions, focusing on practical applications of advanced surgical tools and procedures.
• Conference Speaker and Workshop Facilitator
• Delivered lectures and led workshops at international veterinary conferences, covering topics such as:
• Thoracoscopic and laparoscopic surgery.
• Postoperative management and complication prevention.
• Advances in small animal orthopedic and neurosurgery.
• Collaborated with other experts to promote knowledge-sharing and innovation in veterinary surgery.

Mentorship

• ECVS Residencies Supervisor
• Actively mentored junior veterinarians, residents, and veterinary students in surgical decision-making, operative techniques, and case management.
• Provided personalized guidance to young professionals preparing for board certifications and advanced surgical careers.

Educational Philosophy

Dr. Katic believes in a hands-on, case-based approach to teaching, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills in his students. His teaching emphasizes:
• Mastery of surgical fundamentals.
• Integration of advanced technologies and minimally invasive techniques.
• Compassionate and ethical treatment of patients.

Dr. Nikola Katic’s dedication to education has made him a respected mentor and teacher, inspiring the next generation of veterinary surgeons while contributing to the global advancement of veterinary science.

Research

List of Publications:

1) Chapter 9.: Laparoscopic Contraindications, Complications, and Conversion
Bart Van Goethem, Nikola Katic
Book Editor(s):Boel A. Fransson DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVS, Philipp D. Mayhew BVM&S, DACVS
First published: 24 December 2021 in: Small Animal Laparoscopy and Thoracoscopy, Second Edition

2) Haider G, Schulz U, Katic N, Peham C, Dupré G. Maneuverability of the Scope and Instruments within Three Different Single-Incision Laparoscopic Ports: An Experimental Pilot Study. Animals (Basel). 2021;11(5):1242. Published 2021 Apr 26. doi:10.3390/ani11051242

3) Binder C, Katić N, Aurich JE, Dupré G. Postoperative complications and owner assessment of single portal laparoscopic ovariectomy in dogs. Vet Rec. 2018;183(24):745. doi:10.1136/vr.104950

4) Haider G, Leschnik K, Katic N, Dupré G. Enteroplication in cats with intussusception: a retrospective study (2001-2016). J Feline Med Surg. 2019;21(6):488-494. doi:10.1177/1098612X18786599

5) Leschnik K, Bockstahler B, Katic N, Schramel JP, Dupré G. Influence of 2 Veress needles and 4 insertion sites on Veress needle penetration depth: A comparative study in cadaveric dogs. Vet Surg. 2018;47(8):1094-1100. doi:10.1111/vsu.12956

6) Katic N, Dupré G. Advances in endoscopic surgery for small animal reproduction. Reprod Domest Anim. 2016;51 Suppl 1:25-30. doi:10.1111/rda.12784

7) Katic N, Fromme V, Bockstahler B, Dupré G. Mapping system for portal placement in laparoscopic procedures of small animals. BMC Vet Res. 2015;11:212. Published 2015 Aug 16. doi:10.1186/s12917-015-0524-4

8) Katić, N., Katić, C., Reifinger, M. and Dupré, G. (2014), Haemorrhage after liver biopsy in a dog with portosystemic shunt. Vet Rec Case Rep, 2: e000097. https://doi.org/10.1136/vetreccr-2014-000097

9) Hassan J, Katic N, Klang A, Schwendenwein I, Böhler A, Künzel F. Treatment of nephroblastoma with polycythaemia by nephrectomy in a rabbit. Vet Rec. 2012;170(18):465. doi:10.1136/vr.100614

10) Rovesti GL, Katic N, Dalpozzo B, Dondi F, Dupré G. Effects of rotation and osteotomy angulation on patellar tendon insertion position during circular tibial tuberosity osteotomy. Vet Surg. 2013;42(1):51-59. doi:10.1111/j.1532-950X.2012.01079.x

11) Katic N, Bockstahler BA, Mueller M, Peham C. Fourier analysis of vertical ground reaction forces in dogs with unilateral hind limb lameness caused by degenerative disease of the hip joint and in dogs without lameness. Am J Vet Res. 2009;70(1):118-126. doi:10.2460/ajvr.70.1.118

12) Katic N, Bartolomaeus E, Böhler A, Dupré G. Traumatic diaphragmatic rupture in a cat with partial kidney displacement into the thorax. J Small Anim Pract. 2007;48(12):705-708. doi:10.1111/j.1748-5827.2007.00336.x