Professional Courses in Equine Thermography.
We are delighted to be able to announce that Donna Harper DVM will be coming to England from the United States to provide training in Professional Equine Thermography. Donna Harper DVM has over twenty years experience in the field of Equine Thermal Imaging and is a leader and specialist in her field. Our joint aim is to provide a practical and sensible course which will enable you to become an excellent technician of thermal imaging and to support you in your training and learning.
Further, there will be a presentation and demonstration of the latest camera equipment and software that have been designed specifically for use in horses and other animals; this is a big step forward for veterinary thermography.
For individuals who would like to offer a future service to clients.
For individuals working for the larger establishment and want a practical, useable and useful training package.
Session 1: Basic Instruction In Veterinary Infrared Thermography
You do not need to be a veterinarian to attend this course
Dates: 8th - 11th October 2010
This session will focus on how to choose and operate an appropriate infrared camera; applicable anatomy and physiology, how to prepare the patient and the environment for an infrared examination, proper patient positioning, artifact avoidance, etc. Both small and large animal models will be discussed. There are homework assignments each evening with discussion the following day. Extra attention is given to problem areas.
Day 1: Introduction to Animal Infrared Technology, Safety, Conformation, Anatomy.
Day 2: Environmental Considerations; Patient Preparation, Camera Information and Operation
Day 3: Patient Positioning; Lab and Image Interpretation
Day 4: Report Writing; Discussion and Course Summation/Questions, etc
Restricted Class Size
Tuition Fee: £1550.00
A non-refundable deposit of £155.00 is required on Application. Full payment to be received by 31st August 2010
Venue:
This course is to be held at The Fortune Centre of Riding Therapy,
Avon-Tyrrell,
Dorset, BH23 8EE.
Session 2: Advanced Course: Clinical Application of Thermographic Principles
This course is for experienced Veterinary Thermographers only. You do not need to be a veterinarian to attend this course.
Dates: 15th - 18th October 2010
This session is designed as a continuation of Session 1, however its focus is primarily on helping experienced veterinary thermographers improve their ability to produce high quality thermal images that are suitable for diagnostic use. Additionally, this session will incorporate opportunities to present and discuss clinical cases, review critical principles such as artifact detection, and taking a working field trip to a local equine facility. Persons with no previous training/experience in veterinary thermography should not take this course until they have taken Session 1.
Tentative Schedule:
Day 1: AM - Review and discussion of Patient Preparation, Positioning, Environmental Considerations, etc
PM - Lab presenting
new physiology information and newest trend in camera equipment and software.
Day 2: AM - Review of problem areas and discussion of participant's
problem cases.
PM - Morning
session continued.
Day 3: AM - Group Case Preparation
PM - Group Case Preparation
Day 4: AM - Working practises in the yard
PM - Question, Answers, Evaluation of
morning's imaging.
- Case Presentations, Discussion and Windup
Tuition Fee: £1550.00
A non-refundable deposit of £155.00 is required on Application. Full payment to be received by 31st August 2010
Venue:
This course is to be held at The Fortune Centre of Riding Therapy, Avon-Tyrrell, Dorset, BH23 8EE.
Accommodation:
A list of local Bed & Breakfasts is available on request.
Travel:
Instructions to the venue by road, rail or air travel also available on request.
