Kurser
Neurosurgery
Sista anmälningsdag: 10. juli 2026
This intensive, clinically focused course is designed for veterinary professionals seeking to advance their knowledge and technical competence in small animal neurosurgery. Emphasizing both theoretical understanding and hands-on application, the course covers fundamental neurodiagnostic techniques and common spinal neurosurgical procedures.
This course is ideal for veterinarians with a foundational understanding of neurology and surgery who wish to enhance their clinical decision-making and operative skills in veterinary neurosurgery.
Sponsored by Elanco
Datum:
10. september 2026 - 11. september 2026
Tidpunkt
09:00 - 16:00
Plats
Vetnordic kursuscenter, Korskildeeng 4, 2670 Greve
Lärare
Sebastien Behr, DVM (Hons) MRCVS DipECVN
Vets
Språk
English
Anmäl dig till kurs: mia@vetnordic.com
Visa kursbeskrivningLectures Include:
Neurological Examination:
Systematic approach to the neurological evaluation of small animal patients, with emphasis on lesion localization and differential diagnosis.
Neurodiagnostics:
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collection techniques, analysis, and interpretation
Diagnostic imaging: Indications and interpretation of X-Ray, CT, and MRI
Thoracolumbar Disc Disease:
Clinical signs, differential diagnoses, and staging
Decision-making in conservative vs. surgical management
Principles of surgical planning and approach selection
Lumbosacral Disc Disease:
Diagnostic strategies and clinical presentation
Comparative discussion of medical and surgical treatment options
Pre-operative planning and patient selection for decompressive surgery
Practical Training:
Wet Lab:
Hands-on training in CSF collection (cisternal and lumbar puncture) and epidural injection techniques
Surgical procedures on cadaveric specimens including thoracolumbar hemilaminectomy, mini-hemilaminectomy, corpectomy, disc fenestration, and lumbosacral dorsal laminectomy
Dry Lab (3D Simulation):
Skill development using 3D-printed spinal models and drill guides provided by Vet3D for pre-surgical planning and instrument handling