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Kent Event Centre,Maidstone,ME14 3JF
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This course covers the basics for performing a lameness examination, performing the common nerve and joint blocks as well as recognising and understanding the most common diseases. The principles of remedial farriery will be discussed, as well as guidelines when to refer a case for further lameness investigations at a referral hospital. Diagnosis and management of acute and chronic laminitis, PPID and an update on EMS will also be reviewed. The course will include lectures, practicals and discussions. WHERE Kent Event Centre, Kent Showground, Detling, Maidstone, ME14 3JF COURSE FEES BEVA Members £240 Non-Members £480
KEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES • Develop an understanding of basic approach to lameness, assessment of back and pelvis problems and remedial farriery. • Refresh your knowledge on acute and chronic laminitis, PPID and EMS •Learn practical skills in removing shoes and performing nerve and joint blocks of the lower limb • Be able to confidently identify when to refer a lameness and to be able to recognise indications for referral for advanced imaging • Refresh your knowledge on common diseases of the lower limb COURSE ORGANISER Dr Evita Busschers DVM MVR FHEA DACVS DECVS DACVSMR MRCVS COURSE SPEAKERS Dr Alison Fairburn BVSc DipECVDI-LA MRCVS Dr Edd Knowles MA VetMB MVetMed DipECEIM MRCVS Dr Evita Busschers DVM MVR FHEA DACVS DECVS DACVSMR MRCVSDirections
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