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Ultrasound of the Mid-Distal Limb & Stifle for Equine Practitioners – A 2-Day Practical Course

Fri, 20 March, 2026 - Sat, 21 March, 2026

Can't make these dates? Don't worry, this course is also available as anOnline Lecture Series.

Species

Equine

Contact Hours

15 Hours (RACE Accreditation Pending)

Early Booking Deadline

Sun, 11 January, 2026

Registration Deadline

Fri, 23 January, 2026

Language

English

Sponsors
Discipline

Diagnostic Imaging

Orthopaedics

Sports Medicine

Industry Partners

North America

Growth Partners

North America

Veterinary Partners

Global
North America

This course is held in association with the
New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association (NJVMA)


COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course has been designed to equip the equine practitioners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to make the most of their abilities and ultrasound machine, in the diagnosis and treatment of various equine musculoskeletal conditions affecting the mid and distal frontlimb and hindlimb, including the stifle joint. This course is suitable for all vets aiming to improve their knowledge and skills in this area, as the practical sessions will be adapted to the attendee’s skill level.

The course will run over two days, with a focus on highly illustrated lectures which will be systematically approached:

  • How to get the most out of your ultrasound machine
  • Ultrasonographic Anatomy and Conditions of the Foot & Pastern
  • Digital Flexor Tendon Sheath & Annular Ligament
  • Fetlock Joint Region
  • Flexor Tendons & Check Ligaments
  • Suspensory Ligament – Frontlimb vs. Hindlimb
  • Carpus & Carpal Sheath
  • Tarsus, Tarsal Bursae & Sheath 
  • Stifle Joint Region

The speakers will be sharing invaluable tips/tricks and pearls of wisdom with the attendees during the 7 hours of practical sessions in small groups (2 – 4 vets per ultrasound machine) on live horses.  Each attendee will be able to hone his/her practical skills at the following practical stations:  Machine set-up, foot & pastern, digital flexor tendon sheath, fetlock region, suspensory ligament, flexor tendons & check ligaments, tarsus & tarsal sheath and the stifle joint region.

The course fee includes hot lunches, coffee/tea breaks, the wine & cheese reception, extensive electronic course notes and a certificate of attendance. Attendees can choose to only attend the lectures (= Lectures Only) on this course or can register for the entire course (= Lectures & Practical Sessions). Early course registration is recommended as there are only a limited number of places available due to the highly practical nature of this course.

Dr. Gibson is a clinical assistant professor of veterinary radiology at Texas A&M University with research and clinical interest in equine musculoskeletal imaging and comparative imaging in both large and small animal species. Prior to completing radiology residency at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Gibson completed a rotating equine internship with a heavy surgical, sports medicine, and imaging caseload at Oakridge Equine Hospital in Edmond, Oklahoma then went on to complete a large animal ultrasound and cardiology fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center. She enjoys teaching and looks forward to her new role as faculty at Texas A&M University School of Veterinary Medicine as well as participating as an instructor in imaging-related continuing education courses. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, listening to live music, and cooking as well as trying new restaurants and cuisines.

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Dr. Wade Tenney completed his veterinary studies at Colorado State University. He then went on to do an equine private practice internship at Littleton Equine Medical Center where he stayed on for an additional two years as an associate veterinarian. He then joined B.W. Furlong and Associates in Oldwick, New Jersey where he practiced as an ambulatory/clinic veterinarian with a strong focus on reproduction and nuclear scintigraphy. In 2005, Dr. Tenney completed a 1 year fellowship in Large Animal Ultrasound with Dr. Mary Beth Whitcomb and Dr. Betsy Vaughan at the University of California, Davis. Following his fellowship, Dr. Tenney joined Steinbeck Country Equine Clinic on California’s central coast. During this time, he worked as a general practitioner with a strong focus on sports medicine and ultrasound. He also provided care to clients at the HITS Thermal Horse Show during the winter months. In April of 2013, Dr. Tenney joined the Large Animal Ultrasound Department at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. At the Hospital for Large Animals, Dr. Tenney works closely with the Sports Medicine, Internal Medicine and General Surgery services, providing diagnostic ultrasound services to horses throughout the Northeast. Dr. Tenney is also an FEI Veterinarian and officiates as a Veterinary Delegate at FEI Jumping, Dressage and Eventing competitions throughout the US, Canada and Mexico.

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Venue

Mid-Atlantic Equine Medical Center, 40 Frontage Road, Ringoes, NJ 8551

CONTACT DETAILS FOR CLINIC

Website: www.midatlanticequine.com
Email: beth@midatlanticequine.com
Phone: 609-397-0078

DIRECTIONS

From New Jersey Coastal Area:

Take 195 West to 295 junction. Continue on 295 North to 95 South to Exit 4 (Route 31). Take Route 31 North to Route 202 North/Flemington. Stay straight under the overpass following signs for Ringoes. Go about 0.5 mile into the center of town. There will be a firehouse on the right. Make a hard left turn onto Route 179 South. Go 0.5 mile and just past the Amwell Rescue Squad building is Frontage Road. Make a right onto Frontage Road. The hospital is 0.8 of a mile down on the right.

From Northern New Jersey:

Take Route 80 or Route 78 to 287 South. Take the exit for Routes 202/206 Somerville. Continue on Route 202 South towards Flemington. Go halfway around Flemington traffic circle. Stay on Route 202/31 South towards Lambertville. You will pass an intersection with a Dunkin Donuts on the northbound side. Continue south through the next traffic light at Wertsville Road to the second exit for Ringoes (Route 179 North). Take the first left turn onto Frontage Road. The hospital is 0.8 of a mile down on the right.

Directions from Southwest 

(Philadelphia/Delaware):

Take Route 95 North through Philadelphia to New Jersey. Immediately over the Delaware River take exit for Route 29 North towards Lambertville. Approximately 13 miles north, Route 29 will branch to the left at a traffic light (towards bridge to New Hope, Pennsylvania). Go straight through the traffic light and bear right up the hill. The road becomes Route 179 North. Go 5 miles and make a left onto Frontage Road. The hospital is 0.8 of a mile down on the right.

Directions from Northwest 

(Easton, Allentown, Wind Gap area):

Take Route 78 East to New Jersey. Stay on Route 78 East to Route 31 South Flemington. Go halfway around the Flemington traffic circle. Stay on Route 202/31 South towards Lambertville. You will pass 

an intersection with a Dunkin Donuts on the northbound side. Continue south through the next traffic light at Wertsville Road to the second exit for Ringoes Route 179 North. Take the first left onto Frontage Road. The hospital is 0.8 of a mile down on the right.

Directions from Route 202 Pennsylvania:

Take Route 202 North over the Delaware River into New Jersey to the Mount Airy/Dilts Corner exit. Make a left off the exit and go underneath Route 202 overpass to an immediate right onto Frontage Road. The hospital is 1.8 miles down on the left.

 

NEARBY AIRPORTS

International aiports 
53 miles: Philadelphia International Airport - Philadelphia, PA
53 miles: Newark Liberty International Airport - Newark, NJ
71 miles: LaGuardia Airport - New York, NY
79 miles: John F. Kennedy International Airport - New York, NY
92 miles: Atlantic City International Airport - Atlantic City, NJ

Domestic airports 
15 miles: Trenton-Mercer Airport - Trenton, NJ 
41 miles: Morristown Municipal Airport - Morristown, NJ

 

 

Local Hotels

Ramada 
6426 Lower York Rd.
New Hope, PA. 18938 
Tel: +1 215-862-5221 
Website: www.ramada.com

 

 

Distance from Clinic 7.4 miles Rooms from $70

Hampton Inn Flemington
14-B Royal Rd.
Flemington, NJ 08822
Tel: +1 908-284-9427
Website: www.hamptoninn3.hilton.com

 

Distance from Clinic 7.5 miles Rooms from $140

Travel Inn and Suites Flemington 
482 Highway 202 North
Flemington, NJ 08822
Tel: +1 908 782-2883. 
Website: www.travelinnsuitesnj.com

 

Distance from Clinic 8.6 miles Rooms from $65
Ramada Flemington 
250 U.S. 202
Flemington, NJ 08822 
Tel: +1 908-782-7472
Website: www.ramada.com

 

Distance from Clinic 7.2 miles Rooms from $65

 

Qualified Vet

Lectures & Practical Sessions

USD 1530.00

USD 1390.00

Lectures Only

USD 770.00

USD 695.00

2nd vet, same clinic

Lectures & Practical Sessions

USD 1455.00

USD 1320.00

Lectures Only

USD 730.00

USD 660.00

Vet & Vet. Nurse / Vet. Technician

Lectures & Practical Sessions

USD 2600.00

USD 2360.00

Lectures Only

USD 1960.00

USD 1780.00

Intern/Resident/PhD (Requires proof of status)

Lectures Only

USD 385.00

USD 385.00

Veterinary Student (Requires proof of status)

Lectures Only

USD 155.00

USD 140.00

NJVMA Member

Lectures & Practical Sessions

USD 1225.00

USD 1110.00

Lectures Only

USD 615.00

USD 560.00

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