Ultrasound of the Mid-Distal Limb & Stifle for Equine Practitioners – A 2-Day Practical Course
Species
Equine
Contact Hours
14 ATF Hours (Pending)
Early Booking Deadline
Sun, 23 August, 2026
Registration Deadline
Fri, 04 September, 2026
Language
Englisch (mit deutscher Moderation)
Extras
Printed Set of Course Notes (pick up at venue) - USD 97.11
Discipline
Diagnostic Imaging
Orthopaedics
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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 (in English), 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:nMachine 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.
This course is suitable for RCVS Modules: B-EP.3; C-E.3; C-E.15; C –VDI.5Andy qualified from the University of Liverpool, UK in 2004. He initially spent three months working for the Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad, a charity caring for working equids, in Morocco. He then spent two years working for a mixed practice doing predominantly farm and equine work. In July 2006 he undertook an eighteen month internship at the Liphook Equine Hospital after which he spent a further six months working as a first opinion equine ambulatory vet for the same practice. In July 2008 he started a residency in equine surgery at the Royal Veterinary College and went on to join the surgical team at the College where he currently works. He became a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons in February 2012. Andy has published several articles in peer reviewed publications and presented at various national and international meetings. His research interests include digital flexor tendon sheath pathology, mesenchymal stem cell application in superficial digital flexor tendonitis and the role of back pain in poor performance.
More InfoCarolin qualified as a veterinary surgeon in 2007 from the University Tierärztliche Hochschule Hannover in Germany. Before moving to the UK, she worked in a busy sports horse practice in Bremen, Germany. In 2008 Carolin joined the team at Rossdales Equine Hospital in Newmarket, UK. After completing the diagnostic imaging internship in 2009 she stayed on as an orthopaedic assistant. Until May 2018, she was working as a senior clinician at Rossdales Diagnostic Centre seeing referral cases from a wide variety of disciplines. Carolin is now heading up the orthopaedics department at the Tierklinik Hochmoor in Gescher-Hochmoor, Germany. In 2025, Carolin became a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Sporets Medicine & Rehabilitation. Carolin has been invited to speak at a number of national and international meetings. Her special interests are orthopaedics, diagnostic imaging (particularly ultrasonography) and poor performance investigations.
More InfoPlease download the Program PDF to view it: Download PDF
CONTACT DETAILS FOR CLINIC
Stephansmühle Medizinisches Pferdezentrum GbR
Stephansmühle 3
D-91161 Hilpoltstein
Phone: +49 (0) 9174 / 977 404 – 0
E-Mail: info@stephansmuehle.com
Website: https://stephansmuehle.com
NEARBY AIRPORTS
Munich International Airport (Franz-Josef-Strauss) - 130 km
Albrecht Durer Airport Nuremberg - 41 km
NEARBY HOTELS
Hotel Johanns*** Christoph-Sturm-Straße 25-29 91161 Hilpoltstein Telefon: +499174976360 Website: https://johanns-hotel.de/
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Distance from Clinic 3.5km | Rooms from €80 |
Qualitel Hilpoltstein***
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Distance from Clinic 10.2km | Rooms from €45 |
Hotel & Reitsportzentrum Kreuth***
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Distance from Clinic 12.9km | Rooms from €60 |
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“Very practical, good tips, great atmosphere”
- Christine Feicht, Mobile Pferdepraxis, Germany, Equine Joint & Tendon Sheath Ultrasound and Therapies course 2024
“Great learning, super practical sessions in small groups”
- Nicola Albrecht, Praxis Gerhold, Germany, Equine Joint & Tendon Sheath Ultrasound and Therapies course 2024
Qualified Vet
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 1812.00
USD 1646.20
Lectures Only
USD 906.00
USD 823.10
2nd vet, same clinic
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 1723.18
USD 1563.30
Lectures Only
USD 858.63
USD 781.65
Vet & Vet. Nurse / Vet. Technician
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 2984.47
USD 2712.08
Lectures Only
USD 2398.24
USD 2179.14
Intern/Resident/PhD (Requires proof of status)
Lectures Only
USD 455.96
USD 455.96
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Lectures Only
USD 183.57
USD 165.80
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