This two-day highly practical course covers the theory and practical skills of performing ultrasound-guided orthopaedic injections and ultrasound-assisted minimally-invasive surgery covering all regions of the musculoskeletal apparatus of the horse.  Bringing together internationally renowned orthopaedic specialists with a strong interest in this field, this course also provides a critical overview of conventional and biologic treatment modalities for orthopaedic conditions.  This course is suitable for veterinarians from mixed or equine practice who have experience with ultrasonography.  Between both afternoons, 7 hours of practical sessions will give attendees plenty of opportunity to train the different injection techniques on horses and specimens and to get tips and tricks in small groups (2 – 4 attendees per ultrasound machine), under the supervision of the specialists.  Each attendee will rotate through the following practical stations:  Tendon & ligament injections;  Stifle, Hip & Shoulder Joint injections; Cervical facet joint injections;  Injections of the Back;  Lumbosacral & Sacroiliac injections;  Injections of Bursae & Ultrasound-assisted Surgery.

This course was developed for equine veterinarians with practical experience and a working knowledge in mare reproduction. The 1^st day will focus on the diagnosis, management and latest techniques in artificial insemination, including semen management to maximize pregnancy rates in barren and subfertile mares.  The 2^nd day will focus on the pregnant mare including management of twin pregnancies, fetal sexing, pre- and post-partum related problems and peri-partum emergencies incl. dystocia & retained fetal membranes etc.  Seven hours will be devoted to practical hands-on highly interactive small-group sessions under the supervision of three world-renowned specialists.