Asto CT - Equine Standing CT Pages (2024)

Developed for equine veterinarians who have experience with lameness investigations, this practical course provides a critical overview of possible causes of hindlimb lameness, diagnostic anesthetic strategies and how to interpret nerve and joint block results, via a regio-anatomic approach. Discussions on the upper hindlimb as a cause of lameness (hip joint, pelvic and sacroiliac problems) and on systemic and intra-articular joint therapies will round the course off. The 7 hours of practical and case-based sessions will give attendees plenty of opportunity to further their practical skills on live horses and limb specimens in small groups (2 – 4 people per ultrasound machine).

Dr. Philippe Benoit DVM, Dipl.ACVSMR – Equisport Consulting, CA, USA

Dr. Lauren Schnabel DVM, PhD, Dipl.ACVS, Dipl.ACVSMR – North Carolina State University, NC, USA

Dr. Kevin Keegan DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVS – University of Missouri, MO, USA

Developed for equine veterinarians who have experience with lameness investigations, this practical course provides a critical overview of possible causes of hindlimb lameness, diagnostic anaesthetic strategies and how to interpret nerve and joint block results, via a regio-anatomic approach. Discussions on the upper hindlimb as a cause of lameness (hip joint, pelvic and sacroiliac problems) and on systemic and intra-articular joint therapies will round the course off. The 7 hours of practical and case-based sessions will give attendees plenty of opportunity to further their practical skills on live horses and limb specimens in small groups (2 – 4 people per ultrasound machine).

Roger Smith MA, VetMB, PhD, FHEA, DEO, Dipl.ECVS, Dipl.ECVSMR, ECVDIAssoc., FRCVS – Royal Veterinary College, UK

Fran James MA, VetMB, Dipl.ACVS, Dipl.ACVSMR, Dipl.ECVS, MRCVS – Newmarket Equine Hospital, UK

Philippe Benoit DVM, Dipl.ACVSMR – Equisport Consulting, CA, USA

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🐴 Equine Diagnostic Symposium: It’s Time for a Royal Retreat

Mark your calendars for October 3rd-4th, 2024, as the Equine Diagnostic Symposium gears up to revolutionize equine healthcare at The Vale Resort, UK. This prestigious event brings together the crème de la crème of equine surgery, research, and diagnostic imaging for a transformative exploration of cutting-edge diagnostic techniques.

What to Expect: Renowned experts, including equine surgeon Kevin Keegan, TB racehorse expert Chris Whitton, and esteemed radiologists Mathieu Spriet and Kate Wulster, will grace the symposium with their insights. From CT to PET and Objective Gait Analysis technologies, attendees will delve into the latest advancements, gaining invaluable knowledge to elevate their clinical practices.

A Comprehensive Agenda: Over two enriching days, the symposium will feature keynote addresses, tailored diagnostic sessions, interactive workshops, and illuminating case studies. Attendees will explore practical applications of standing CT and PET imaging, objective gait analysis, and the integration of diagnostic findings for comprehensive diagnosis.

Networking and Collaboration: Seize the opportunity to network with peers, exchange ideas, and build lasting professional relationships. With ample networking sessions, the symposium fosters collaboration and camaraderie among equine professionals.

Join Us in Wales, UK: Set amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Wales, UK, The Vale Resort provides an idyllic setting for learning and collaboration. Immerse yourself in a serene atmosphere conducive to innovation and discovery.

Don't miss this dynamic and informative event! Stay tuned for further updates and registration details. Together, let's unlock the future of equine healthcare!

The world-renowned experts will provide an overview of new developments in sports horse medicine and orthopedics and will share valuable tips and tricks and how they deal with challenging scenarios. The practical sessions on live horses will cover exercise testing (HR monitoring, ECG, lactate measurements etc.), ultrasound of the pastern region, digital flexor tendon sheath, fetlock, stifle, static and overground/dynamic endoscopy and different ways of using objective lameness evaluation in practice.

Dr. Mary Durando DVM, PhD, Dipl.ACVIM – Equine Sports Medicine Consultants, NJ, USA

Dr. Matt Durham DVM, Dipl.ACVSMR – Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics, CA, USA

Dr. Deborah Sieber BVetMed – Equinosis, FL, USA

Over the past two decades the equine cervical spine has been extensively researched and advanced imaging modalities like CT and CT-myelography have revolutionized diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities available to equine practitioners. This highly practical course will provide equine practitioners with the knowledge and practical skills to competently examine, diagnose and treat horses affected by neck conditions through the following practical sessions: Neurologic examination (ataxia vs. lameness), CSF tap techniques (incl. US-guidance), neck ultrasound, facet joint injections, x-ray of the neck/ head, guttural pouch endoscopy, nerve blocks for head shakers, neck conditions case discussions, cervical fusion surgery & myelogram demonstrations.

Dr. Steve Reed DVM, Dipl. ACVIM – Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, KY, USA

Dr. Brett Woodie DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVS – Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, KY, USA

Over the past two decades the equine cervical spine has been extensively researched and advanced imaging modalities like CT and CT-myelography have revolutionized diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities available to equine practitioners. This highly practical course will provide equine practitioners with the knowledge and practical skills to competently examine, diagnose and treat horses affected by neck conditions through the following practical sessions: Neurologic examination (ataxia vs. lameness), CSF tap techniques (incl. US-guidance), neck ultrasound, facet joint injections, x-ray of the neck/head, guttural pouch endoscopy, nerve blocks for headshakers, neck conditions case-discussions, cervical fusion surgery & myelogram demonstrations.

Steve Reed DVM, Dipl. ACVIM – Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, USA

Jonathan Anderson BVM&S, Dipl.ACVS, MRCVS – Rainbow Equine Hospital, UK

Giorgio Ricardi DrMedVet(Cum laude), CertISELP, MRCVS – Donnington Grove Equine Vets, UK

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The world-renowned experts will provide an overview of new developments in sports horse medicine and orthopaedics and will share valuable tips and tricks and how they deal with challenging scenarios. The practical sessions on live horses will cover exercise testing (HR monitoring, ECG, lactate measurements etc.), ultrasound of the pastern region, digital flexor tendon sheath, fetlock, stifle, static and overground/dynamic endoscopy and different ways of using objective lameness evaluation in practice.

Andy Fiske-Jackson BVSc, MVetMed, FHEA, Dipl.ECVS, MRCVS – Royal Veterinary College, UK

Fe ter Woort DVM, DVSc, Dipl.ACVIM – Equine Sports Medicine Practice, Belgium

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This course approaches the subject of farriery and therapeutic shoeing in a scientific and as objective way as possible by reporting established facts and recent, cutting-edge findings from scientifically sound clinical studies. The anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of the foot will be covered, followed by lectures on trimming, shoeing, different shoe types, what effect they have on the foot, how to examine the foot and how to deal with specific foot problems. The 7 hours of practical sessions will give attendees plenty of opportunity to put theory into practice on live horses and limb specimens in small groups (2 vets per specimen) and to discuss all aspects of foot trimming, shoeing, foot radiography and general farriery with the specialists.

Michael Schramme DVM, CertEO, PhD, Dipl.ECVS, Dipl.ACVS, Dipl.ECVSMR, Assoc. LA-ECVDI – VetAgro Sup, France

Simon Curtis BSc (hons), PhD, HonAssocRCVS – Farrier & Author, UK

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Developed for practitioners with experience in the field of equine dentistry this course provides a comprehensive overview on diagnostic and therapeutic techniques through lectures and extensive wetlabs (7hrs, 2-3 vets per specimen) covering oral examination, radiography, motorized rasping, local anaesthetic techniques, periodontal therapies & incisor, canine and cheek tooth extraction techniques.

Rob Pascoe BVSc, BAEDT, Dipl.AVDC(Eq), MRCVS – Equine Dentistry Referrals, Kent, UK

Neil Townsend MSc, BVSc, CertES(Soft Tissue), Dipl.ECVS, Dipl.EVDC(Equine), MRCVS – Neil Townsend Equine Dentistry & Surgery Ltd, UK

Elke Pollaris MSc, PhD, Dipl.EVDC(Eq) – Veterinary Clinics de Morette and de Bosdreef, Belgium

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Musculoskeletal imaging is discussed by comparing radiography with other complementary imaging modalities accessible to equine practitioners (especially ultrasound, but also MRI, CT and PET) through which additional information can be gained. The 9 hours of wetlabs (x-ray and ultrasound) on live horses and multi-modality case discussions provide plenty of opportunity for attendees to further develop their radiography, ultrasound and image interpretation skills under the supervision of two of the world’s most eminent equine diagnostic imaging clinicians.

Dr. Myra Barrett DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVR, Dipl.ACVR-EDI – Colorado State University, CO, USA

Dr. Natasha Werpy DVM, Dipl.ACVR – Equine Diagnostic Imaging, FL, USA

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