Fundamentals of Equine Emergencies

About the Course

A day course to improve decision-making skills in the following emergency scenarios; the recumbent horse, myopathies, acute severe trauma (head, thorax, abdomen), the non-weight bearing lameness and finally, how to manage wounds.  Pre-course online theoretical learning will allow for emphasis on the day to be placed on practical training and case-based discussions.  A tour of Liphook Equine Hospital and Laboratory will be available after the course.

Key Learning Objectives

• Develop an understanding of how to approach emergency call outs and out of hours work.
• Refresh your knowledge on wounds and lameness.
• Learn practical skills in bandaging and wound assessment.
• Gain confidence in your approach to severe haemorrhage
• Gain confidence in your approach to acute dyspnoea

Course Organiser

Tom Hughes MA VetMB Cert ES (Orth) DipECVS MRCVS, Hants

Course Speakers

Russell Parker BVSc MSc DipECVS MRCVS, Hants
Victoria South MA VetMB CertAVP (EM) DipECEIM MRCVS, Hants
Rachel Tucker BSc BVetMed MVetMed CertAVP (ESO) DipECVS MRCVS, Hants

Course Fees

• BEVA Members      £240
• Non-Members        £480

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Full Course Programme

• Cancellation more than 6 weeks prior to the start of the course: A refund will be made less a 10% administrative charge.
• Cancellation less than 6 weeks prior to the start of the course: No refunds can be guaranteed, but if BEVA can resell the place a refund will be made less a 20% administrative charge.
• Transfer of Delegate: Booked places can be transferred to another person. If the transferee is not a BEVA Member he/she will be liable for the difference between the Member and Non-Member delegate rates.
• Insurance: All delegates must have appropriate liability and professional indemnity insurance.
• Safety: Delegates must bring appropriate safety wear (coveralls, hard hats, boots etc) to courses involving practical sessions.
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• Compliance: I am a qualified to undertake the procedures being taught, or I am in training for such a qualification, in which case I will make the organisers aware of my status.