Elisabetta Mancinelli

Elisabetta MancinelliElisabetta Mancinelli graduated from the University of Naples Federico II in Italy in 2002. Her interest in exotics became clear shortly after, anticipating a career mainly based on non-conventional animal medicine and surgery.
After a small animal-focused internship, she worked solely with exotics in a private practice in Italy. Elisabetta undertook an externship in France based on reptile medicine, then completed an externship programme in the US on exotic animal medicine and surgery.
In 2007, she moved to the UK to work in private practice and wildlife charities. She started the first European College of Zoological Medicine (ECZM) residency in small mammals in 2009, which she completed at The University of Edinburgh Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies. Since 2010 she has held the RCVS Certificate in Zoological Medicine. In 2014, Elisabetta obtained the ECZM small mammal diploma.
She works at Highcroft Veterinary Referrals.

November 2023

Elisabetta Mancinelli reviews available evidence for use of the specific synthetic, non-peptide, selective NK-1 receptor antagonist.

34 mins

April 2022

From the Vet Times archives – Elisabetta Mancinelli explores research that has come off the back of increasing awareness of this species.

21 mins

From the Vet Times archives – Elisabetta Mancinelli explores research that has come off the back of increasing awareness of this species.

15 mins

November 2021

Elisabetta Mancinelli describes methods and locations to obtain blood, and volumes considered safe to withdraw in these patients.

26 mins

August 2021

Elisabetta Mancinelli, in the final of her series, considers common diseases affecting the reproductive and respiratory tract.

40 mins

July 2021

Elisabetta Mancinelli begins this series by discussing urinary tract and gastrointestinal disorders that are frequently seen in these patients.

46 mins

December 2020

Elisabetta Mancinelli describes the clinical presentation and diagnosis of this condition, as well as management and surgical options.

59 mins

June 2019

Elisabetta Mancinelli details the diagnosis and treatment of this uncommon disease in lagomorphs.

30 mins

December 2018

Elisabetta Mancinelli reviews some of the literature regarding analgesic therapy in companion animal exotic pets.

68 mins

October 2018

Elisabetta Mancinelli takes a look at the husbandry and nutritional needs of this complex species.

42 mins

Elisabetta Mancinelli takes a look at some of the research in this area in her latest Exotic Encounters.

41 mins

September 2018

Elisabetta Mancinelli delves into some of the latest studies and research conducted into gastrointestinal health in mammals and birds.

29 mins

August 2018

Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses the important topic of effective use of analgesics in small mammals.

55 mins

June 2018

Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses an option that has demonstrated efficacy in dogs for vomiting from multiple causes, and discusses potential use in exotic species.

29 mins

May 2018

Elisabetta Mancinelli looks at a microsporidian parasite that affects many mammalian species, including rabbits.

45 mins

April 2018

Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses a microsporidian parasite with a worldwide distribution – and zoonotic potential – that may infect several mammalian species.

27 mins

March 2018

Elisabetta Mancinelli looks at evidence-based medicine advances in some of the most common species of rodents kept as pets – guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, rats and chinchillas.

22 mins

February 2018

Elisabetta Mancinelli continues her Exotic Encounters series with a look at latest research into an increasingly kept UK pet.

27 mins

January 2018

Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses some of the latest improvements in knowledge regarding the third most common mammalian pet in Europe.

26 mins

November 2017

Elisabetta Mancinelli presents the third part of a her series on spontaneous mammary tumours, this time focusing on hamsters and hedgehogs.

23 mins

October 2017

The second of a two-part Exotic Encounters article by Elisabetta Mancinelli focuses on rats, looking at the latest findings in the species.

25 mins

September 2017

Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses one of the most important diseases among females of all species, including humans, in a three-part series.

21 mins

August 2017

Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses an alternative, non-invasive technique for sedating several species – including rabbits, pigeons and tortoises.

30 mins

July 2017

Elisabetta Mancinelli reports on species that have been increasingly studied in the past decade.

26 mins

June 2017

Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses an animal frequently presented to rescue centres and private clinics for rehabilitation or treatment.

20 mins

May 2017

Elisabetta Mancinelli looks at diagnostic testing in a commonly kept species in the latest Exotic Encounters spot.

24 mins

March 2017

Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses best practices for ensuring the right water intake for rabbits and rodents.

26 mins

February 2017

Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses ocular disease in rabbits and rodents, and how the increasing number of research investigations is improving the standards of care.

13 mins

January 2017

Elisabetta Mancinelli on the latest research and studies about Europe's third most popular mammalian pet.

21 mins

December 2016

Elisabetta Mancinelli examines how to manage this species by assessing its natural behaviour and interaction with other animals.

27 mins