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Practical Ophthalmology for Equine Practitioners – 2 Days of Lectures & Practical Sessions

Fri, 15 November, 2024 - Sat, 16 November, 2024

Species

Equine

Contact Hours

15 Hours (RACE Accreditation Pending)

Early Booking Deadline

Sun, 06 October, 2024

Registration Deadline

Fri, 18 October, 2024

Language

English

Sponsors
Discipline

Diagnostic Imaging

Ophthalmology

Surgery

Industry Partners

Global

Veterinary Partners

Global

COURSE DESCRIPTION

BEVA survey constituted up to 10% of clinical cases seen in practice. In addition, the eye is regularly examined as part of insurance or pre-purchase examinations with the clinician commonly having to make decisions as to the significance of ophthalmic findings. Finally, examination of the eye is an important part of the complete physical and neurological examinations, with the ophthalmic findings often giving a clue as to the underlying disease or problem.  The importance of ophthalmology to the clinician undertaking equine work is therefore undeniable and yet most veterinarians received only limited training in this area whilst in vet school or as a young assistant. This practically-oriented course is intended to help equine clinicians learn about the most important and common problems in the equine eye, to gain confidence in how to deal with these conditions and how to interpret their findings. Extra time will be available after lectures for discussion and attendees are encouraged to interact with the speakers in open and frank conversations.

In the mornings the following topics will be covered in highly illustrated lectures and case presentations :

  • Equine ophthalmic examination: Basic examination & sample collection
  • Diagnostic ultrasonography and infrared imaging
  • 3Corneal ulcers and wound healing
  • Ocular and adnexal neoplasia
  • Diagnosis and treatment of equine uveitis: managing expectations
  • Equine glaucoma & cataracts

In the afternoons, 7 hours of practical sessions will give attendees plenty of opportunity to put theory into practice on live horses and equine specimens and to ask questions in small groups (2 – 4 attendees), all under the supervision of specialists. Attendees will rotate through the following practical sessions: 

  • Ophthalmic ProceduresNerve blocks, lavage system placement, aqueocentesis, intravitreal injections etc.
  • Basic Surgical Techniques – Enucleation, eyelid laceration repair, temporary tarsoraphy, corneal laceration, conjunctival grafts etc.
  • Ocular Ultrasound - live horses
  • Examination of Horses with Eye Problems
  • Pre-Purchase Examination Case Discussions

The combined talents and extensive experience of the team of internationally renowned equine ophthalmologists involved with this course, along with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, will stimulate attendees to assimilate knowledge, to put it into practice in small groups and to discuss these very important clinical problems in the horse and pony. 

The course fee includes lunches, coffee/tea breaks, extensive course notes and a certificate of attendance.  On the evening of the first day all attendees are invited to attend the wine & cheese reception. 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. Ben Buchanan grew up in Navasota, Texas. He went to Texas A&M and graduated from there with his DVM in 2001. Afterwards, he completed two residencies; Large Animal Internal Medicine at University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 2004 and Emergency and Critical Care at University of Pennsylvania in 2005. Ben is one of the very few people in the world to be board certified in Internal Medicine and Emergency Critical Care. Dr. Buchanan has a very unique experience in colic, respiratory disease, cardiac disease, eye conditions and sick foals. He joined BVEH Navasota in 2005, where he works alongside his father, T-Bone. He is also active in community outreach by speaking at meetings and events around the world regarding equine care.

Brian is a native of Akron, Ohio, USA and received his veterinary degree from The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. After a 1-year internship at The Animal Medical Center in New York City and a 3-year ophthalmology residency at Auburn University in Alabama, he returned to The Ohio State University as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology in 1992. In October of 1995, Brian joined the faculty at North Carolina State University as an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and is now a Professor of Ophthalmology and head of clinical ophthalmology at NC State University. He is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists and a Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology. Brian is the immediate past president of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists. His clinical interests include treatment of equine recurrent uveitis, corneal disease, and intraocular surgery. Brian's main research interest is ocular immunology, imaging, and drug delivery. He is the author of over 100 peer-reviewed publications, 30 book chapters, and 3 books, including two editions of 'Equine Ophthalmology'. He is also the co-founder of the International Equine Ophthalmology Consortium and serves as a member of its governing board. 

Dennis E. Brooks passed the certifying examination of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists in 1984. Dr Brooks received a PhD in 1987 from the University Of Florida College Of Medicine. Dr Brooks has been a scientist and clinician in academia and is a Professor Emeritus of Ophthalmology. He was the President of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists from 1997-1998.

Dr Brooks has written over 170 academic scientific publications, 76 book chapters, received $2.3 million in research grants, and has given over 300 lectures both nationally and internationally in comparative ophthalmology. His book, Equine Ophthalmology, was published in 2002 and again in 2008. A book Small Animal Ophthalmology was published in 2011.

He received the British Equine Veterinary Association’s Sir Frederick Smith Memorial Lecture and Medal Recipient in 2007, and received the Frank J. Milne State of the Art Award of the American Association of Equine Practitioners in 2010. Dr Brooks has extensive experience in amnion grafting, corneal transplantation and cataract surgeries of the horse.

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Venue

Brazos Valley Equine Hospital - Navasota, 6999 Hwy 6, Navasota, TX 77868

CONTACT DETAILS FOR CLINIC

Brazos Valley Equine Hospital - Navasota

6999 Highway 6, Navasota, TX  77868

Phone: 936-825-2197

Website: https://bveh.com/

 

DIRECTIONS

From Houston Airport  

Take the TX-8 Beltway W from N Terminal Rd and John F Kennedy Blvd. Continue on TX-8 Beltway W for 9 miles. Take Sam Houston Tollway W and TX-249 N to Aggie Expressway in Montgomery County for 30 miles.  Get on Hwy 6 N/TX-6 N in Navasota from TX-105 W. Merge onto Hwy 6 N/TX-6 N. Turn right into clinic parking lot. 

From William P Hobby Airport 

Take Broadway St. to the I-45 N ramp for 8 miles. Follow I-610 W and US-290 W to Hwy 6 N/TX-6 N in Walker County. Take the TX-6 exit from TX-6 N/US-290 W for 64 miles.  Follow Hwy 6 N/TX-6 N for 21 miles to the clinic on the right. 

 

NEARBY AIRPORTS

International airports

68 miles: George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport 

89 miles: William P. Hobby Airport 

 

NEARBY HOTELS

Comfort Inn & Suites 

9345 Hwy 6 

Navasota, TX 77868 

Tel: 936-825-9461 

Web: https://www.choicehotels.com/texas/navasota/comfort-inn-hotels/txc49?mc=llgoxxpx

 

2.3 miles

$85

Best Western Inn of Navasota

8965 Hwy 6

Navasota, TX 77868

Tel: 936-870-4100

Web: https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.44473.html?iata=00171880&ssob=BLBWI0004G&cid=BLBWI0004G:google:gmb:44473

 

2 miles

$88

Sleep Inn & Suites 

1846 Graham Rd.

College Station, TX 77845. 

Tel: 979-485-5482 

Web: https://www.choicehotels.com/texas/college-station/sleep-inn-hotels/txg77?mc=llgoxxpx

 

16 miles

$130

Qualified Vet

Lectures & Practical Sessions

USD 1190.00

USD 1090.00

Lectures Only

USD 610.00

USD 550.00

2nd vet, same clinic

Lectures & Practical Sessions

USD 1130.00

USD 1035.00

Lectures Only

USD 580.00

USD 525.00

Vet & Vet. Nurse / Vet. Technician

Lectures & Practical Sessions

USD 1990.00

USD 1790.00

Lectures Only

USD 1630.00

USD 1430.00

Intern/Resident (Requires proof of status)

Lectures Only

USD 295.00

USD 295.00

Veterinary Student (Requires proof of status)

Lectures Only

USD 120.00

USD 110.00

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