Advanced Neonatology in Referral Practice – Lectures & Small-Group Case-Discussions

This course is aimed at equine practitioners who have attended the VetPD course on Neonatology in 1st Opinion Practice or vets with a good working knowledge in equine neonatology. The lectures and case-based interactive discussions focus on advanced foal care of the critically ill foal requiring a hospital setting.

The world-renowned panel of foal care experts consisting of Professor Pam Wilkins (Univ. of Illinois, USA), Emily Floyd (Rossdales Equine Hospital, Newmarket, UK) and Vikki Scott (University of Glasgow, UK) will share their wealth of experience through the following highly-illustrated interactive lectures (in English, with Dutch moderation):

The Cardiorespiratory Transition
Advanced Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
The Renal Transition
The Neuroendocrine Transition
CNS Problems of the Foal – Focus on Seizure Control
The Neonatal Immune System
Recognition & Management of Shock
Advanced Concepts in Sepsis Diagnosis & Treatment
Ins & Outs of Fluid Therapy
Advanced Respiratory Therapy
Enteral & Parenteral Nutrition
The 4 hours of case-based discussions in small groups will allow attendees to further develop their decision-making skills under the supervision of the world-renowned specialists. Each attendee will be rotating through the following stations:

Foal-Side Quick Assessment Tests Lab
Use & Troubleshooting of Fluid Pumps
Fluid & Medication Rate Calculations
Advanced Imaging of the Foal
The course fee includes lunches, coffee/tea breaks, 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). On the evening of the first day all attendees are invited to attend the wine & cheese reception. Early course registration is recommended as there are only a limited number of places available.