ECG & Cardiac Radiography in Dogs and Cats

ECG & Cardiac Radiography in Dogs and Cats

Dec 17, 2025

Enhance your confidence in veterinary cardiology with this intensive two-day course focused on ECG interpretation and cardiac radiography in dogs and cats. Through clear, step-by-step guidance and interactive case discussions, you will learn how to acquire high-quality ECGs, recognise clini-cally relevant arrhythmias, and interpret cardiac radiographs with confidence.
Designed for everyday practice, the course bridges theory and real-world application, helping you make faster, more accurate clinical decisions in small animal cardiology.

What You Will Learn

  • When and how to use ECG effectively in dogs and cats
  • A systematic approach to ECG acquisition and interpretation
  • Recognition of common arrhythmias and conduction disorders
  • Interpretation of advanced ECG changes in cardiac disease
  • Practical assessment of cardiac radiographs, including heart size and pulmonary patterns
  • Identification of radiographic signs of congestive heart failure and pericardial disease

Speaker

Laurent Locquet

Laurent Locquet

DVM MRCVS GPCert (VC) Diplomate ECVIM-CA (Cardiology)

Laurent graduated in 2015 from Ghent University, Belgium and worked in general practice for one year both abroad in South-Africa as well as in Belgium, primarily with cats, dogs and wildlife, before starting a rotating Internship in a busy referral centre in the UK. During his Internship, Laurent obtained his certificate in Veterinary Cardiology. After completing his Internship, Laurent completed a Residency in Veterinary Cardiology at the University of Ghent before joining a busy referral practice in the Greater London Area for one year before joining Dick White Referrals in 2022.
Laurent enjoys all aspects of veterinary Cardiology though he has a particular interest in procedures involving cardiopulmonary bypass, minimally invasive interventions and wildlife cardiology.

DAY 1

Time Topic Format
09.00 – 09.30 ECG indications, role of ECG in clinical cardiology, dogs vs cats Theory
09.30 – 10.30 ECG acquisition, lead placement, paper speed, gain, artefacts Theory
10.30 – 11.00 Breakfast / Coffee break Break
11.00 – 12.45 Systematic ECG interpretation: heart rate, rhythm, P waves, PR interval, QRS morphology Theory
12.45 – 13.45 Lunch Break Break
13.45 – 15.15 Supraventricular arrhythmias: sinus arrhythmias, atrial premature complexes, atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter Theory
15.15 – 15.45 Coffee Break Break
15.45 – 17.30 AV conduction disturbances and interactive ECG case interpretation Theory + Practice

DAY 2

Time Topic Format
09.00 – 10.30 Ventricular arrhythmias Theory
10.30 – 11.00 Breakfast / Coffee break Break
11.00 – 12.45 Bundle branch blocks, intraventricular conduction delays, ECG changes in cardiomyopathies and myocarditis Theory
12.45 – 13.45 Lunch Break Break
13.45 – 14.45 Systematic approach to cardiac radiography: positioning, image quality, VHS, pulmonary vessels Theory
14.45 – 15.30 Radiographic patterns of left- and right-sided congestive heart failure, pericardial disease Theory
15.30 – 16.00 Coffee Break Break
16.00 – 17.30 Interactive cardiac radiography case interpretation (dogs & cats) Theory + Practice

Echocardiography in dogs

Echocardiography in dogs

Dec 17, 2025

Introduction and course objectives:

This echocardiography training programme is designed to provide participants with a solid theoretical foundation while building the hands-on competence required to perform transthoracic cardiac ultrasound in both diagnostic evaluation and management of cardiovascular conditions. The course enables attendees to strengthen and tailor their practical abilities according to their professional background and day-to-day clinical practice.

The programme explores the clinical relevance of echocardiography, with in-depth coverage of ultrasound equipment, Doppler principles, cardiac anatomy, blood flow dynamics, and cardiovascular physiology. Emphasis is placed on understanding functional cardiac measurements and their application in routine practice. Participants will engage in supervised practical sessions focused on image acquisition and interpretation, and will gain guidance on producing accurate, structured echocardiography reports in line with accepted professional standards.

Practical scanning:

Laurent Locquet
Nikoleta Novak

Speaker

Laurent Locquet

Laurent Locquet

DVM MRCVS GPCert (VC) Diplomate ECVIM-CA (Cardiology)

Laurent graduated in 2015 from Ghent University, Belgium and worked in general practice for one year both abroad in South-Africa as well as in Belgium, primarily with cats, dogs and wildlife, before starting a rotating Internship in a busy referral centre in the UK. During his Internship, Laurent obtained his certificate in Veterinary Cardiology. After completing his Internship, Laurent completed a Residency in Veterinary Cardiology at the University of Ghent before joining a busy referral practice in the Greater London Area for one year before joining Dick White Referrals in 2022.
Laurent enjoys all aspects of veterinary Cardiology though he has a particular interest in procedures involving cardiopulmonary bypass, minimally invasive interventions and wildlife cardiology.

DAY 1

Time Topic
09.00 – 10.30 Anatomy and (patho) physiology
10.30 – 11.00 Break
11.00 – 12.30 Echocardiography in daily veterinary practice
12.30 – 13.30 Practical
13.30 – 14.30 Lunch
14.30 – 16.00 Practical
16.00 – 16.30 Break
16.30 – 17.30 Practical
17.30 – 18.00 Questions and remarks
DAY 2

Time Topic
09.00 – 10.30 MMVD and DCM in dogs
10.30 – 11.00 Break
11.00 – 12.30 Common congenital cardiac diseases in dogs
12.30 – 13.30 Practical
13.30 – 14.30 Lunch
14.30 – 16.00 Practical
16.00 – 16.30 Break
16.30 – 17.30 Practical
17.30 – 18.00 Questions and remarks

Neurolocalisation and case-based work-up of cranial, spinal and peripheral nervous system lesions

Neurolocalisation and case-based work-up of cranial, spinal and peripheral nervous system lesions

Dec 1, 2025

Introduction

This intensive two-day course, Neurolocalisation and Case-Based Work-Up of Cranial, Spinal and Peripheral Nervous System Lesions, offers a practical, highly interactive deep dive into small-animal neurology. It combines concise, targeted lectures with hands-on case discussions to help clinicians sharpen their diagnostic skills and improve everyday clinical decision-making. With no restriction on participant numbers, the programme is designed to be accessible, engaging and immediately applicable in practice.

Course Objectives

  • Strengthen confidence and accuracy in small-animal neurolocalisation.
  • Quickly distinguish central from peripheral vestibular disease.
  • Understand when and how to perform CSF taps, and interpret CSF findings effectively.
  • Work through real cranial, spinal, peripheral and neuromuscular cases using a structured problem-solving approach.
  • Enhance clinical reasoning and streamline neurological work-ups in general practice.

Thomas Flegel (Germany)
Diplomate ACVIM (Neurology), Diplomate ECVN
(Neurology)

Veterinary Training
1986-1992 – Humboldt-University Berlin, Germany

Working Experience
1992-1998 – Working experience in large and small animal medicine in university (Freie University Berlin) as well as in private practice in Berlin
1998-1999 – Department of Companion Animals and Special Species College of Veterinary Medicine, North Carolina State University, USA, Internship in Veterinary Neurology
1999-2001 – Department of Veterinary Clinical Scienes, The Ohio State University, USA, Residency in neurology and neurosurgery
Since November 2002 – Department of Small Animal Medicine, University of Leipzig, Germany, Head of the section of neurology and neurosurgery

Veterinary and Academic Qualifications
1994 – Doctor medicinae veterinariae (summa cum laude)
2001 – Master of Veterinary Sciences (The Ohio State University, USA)
2003 – Diplomate American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology)
2005 – Diplomate European College of Veterinary Neurology
2008 – European Specialist in Veterinary Neurology
2010 – Dr. med. vet. habilitatus (small animal surgery and small animal neurology)
2016 – 2018 – President of the European College of Veterinary Neurology

DAY 1

09.00-09.10 – Welcome
09.10-10.30 – Neurolocalisation
10.30-11.00 – Coffee break
11.00-12.00 – Differentiating between central and peripheral vestibular disease
12.00-13.00 – Talk: CSF tap and CSF analysis
13.00-14.00 – Lunch break
14.30-16.00 – Interactive case-based workup of cases with cranial pathologies (I)
16.00-16.30 – Coffee break
16.30-17.15 – Interactive case-based workup of cases with cranial pathologies (II)
17.15-18.00 – Day recap and welcome cocktail

DAY 2

09.00-10.30 – Interactive case-based workup of cases with spinal pathologies (I)
10.30-11.00 – Coffee break
11.00-13.00 – Interactive case-based workup of cases with spinal pathologies (II)
13.00-14.00 – Lunch break
14.00-16.00 – Interactive case-based workup of cases with peripheral nervous system pathologies
16.00-16.30 – Coffee break
16.30-17.30 – Interactive case-based workup of cases with neuromuscular lesions
17.30-18.00 – Closing remarks

Neurolocalisation and case-based work-up of cranial, spinal and peripheral nervous system lesions

Neurosurgery – Spinal Surgery

Dec 1, 2025

Ventral slot and hemilaminectomy are the most frequently performed spinal surgeries for treating cervical and thoracolumbar intervertebral disc disease in dogs. The course will teach how to perform both procedures step by step, through theoretical lectures and practical wetlabs using cadavers. However, spinal surgery is only the final stage in the work-up of clinical patients. Therefore, the course will also cover clinical reasoning, spinal neurolocalisation, as well as spinal imaging, ensuring a complete and structured approach from diagnosis to surgical decision-making.

Thomas Flegel (Germany)
Diplomate ACVIM (Neurology), Diplomate ECVN
(Neurology)

Veterinary Training
1986-1992 – Humboldt-University Berlin, Germany

Working Experience
1992-1998 – Working experience in large and small animal medicine in university (Freie University Berlin) as well as in private practice in Berlin
1998-1999 – Department of Companion Animals and Special Species College of Veterinary Medicine, North Carolina State University, USA, Internship in Veterinary Neurology
1999-2001 – Department of Veterinary Clinical Scienes, The Ohio State University, USA, Residency in neurology and neurosurgery
Since November 2002 – Department of Small Animal Medicine, University of Leipzig, Germany, Head of the section of neurology and neurosurgery

Veterinary and Academic Qualifications
1994 – Doctor medicinae veterinariae (summa cum laude)
2001 – Master of Veterinary Sciences (The Ohio State University, USA)
2003 – Diplomate American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology)
2005 – Diplomate European College of Veterinary Neurology
2008 – European Specialist in Veterinary Neurology
2010 – Dr. med. vet. habilitatus (small animal surgery and small animal neurology)
2016 – 2018 – President of the European College of Veterinary Neurology

DAY 1

09.00-09.15 – Welcome and Introduction
09.15-09.45 – Neurolocalisation spinal cord
09.45-10.45 – Talk: Thoracolumbar hemilaminectomy
10.45-11.15 – Coffee break
11.15-11:45 – Wetlab Demonstration: Thoracolumbar hemilaminectomy (done by Flegel)
11.45-13.00 – Wetlab: Thoracolumbar hemilaminectomy Part I (done by participants)
13.00-14.00 – Lunch break
14.00-15.45 – Wetlab: Thoracolumbar hemilaminectomy Part II (done by participants)
15.45-16.15 – Coffee break
16.15-17.00 – Talk: Spinal imaging
17.00-17.45 – Day recap and welcome cocktail

DAY 2

09.00-10.30 – Neurolocalisation spinal cord based on videos of cases spinal diseases
10.30-11.00 – Coffee break
11.00-11.45 – Talk: Cervical ventral slot
11.45-12.15 – Wetlab: Demonstration: Cervical ventral slot (Flegel)
12.15-13.15 – Lunch break
13.15-15.30 – Wetlab: Cervical ventral Slot Part I (done by participants)
15.30-16.00 – Coffee break
16.00-17.30 – Wetlab: Cervical ventral Slot Part II (done by participants)
17.30-17.45 – Closing remarks

2-Day Small Animal Internal Medicine Course (Dogs & Cats)

2-Day Small Animal Internal Medicine Course (Dogs & Cats)

Nov 24, 2025

Target audience: Practicing veterinarians
Format: Lectures, interactive case discussions, wetlabs, small-group workshops
Focus: Practical diagnostic skills, problem-oriented approach, and hands-on procedures

Course Introduction

Welcome to this comprehensive 2-day Small Animal Internal Medicine Course designed for practicing veterinarians seeking to enhance their clinical skills and decision-making abilities. This course uniquely combines cutting-edge theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on sessions, ensuring that participants can immediately apply what they learn in their daily practice. From diagnostic strategies to problem-oriented clinical reasoning, renal and urinary disorders, polyarthritis, and PU/PD management, this programme offers an unparalleled learning experience.
Participants will benefit from interactive case discussions, practical wetlabs—including nasogastric and oesophageal feeding tube placement, joint taps, and bone marrow biopsies—and small-group workshops, allowing for intensive skill development and personalised guidance from experienced instructors.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Apply systematic diagnostic strategies in small animal internal medicine.
  2. Utilise a problem-oriented approach for effective differential diagnosis and clinical reasoning.
  3. Recognise, diagnose, and manage renal and urinary tract disorders, including FLUTD.
  4. Understand and implement treatment strategies for polyarthritis and PU/PD cases.
  5. Perform key practical procedures confidently, including feeding tube placement, joint taps, and bone marrow biopsy.
  6. Integrate practical knowledge from wetlabs and case-based workshops into clinical practice for better patient outcomes.
Jana Milenkovic

Jana Milenkovic

DVM, Dr. med.vet, DACVIM (SAIM)

Jana Milenkovic graduated with honors in 2015 from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Belgrade, Serbia. After graduation, she worked for two years at the Veterinary Clinic “Novak” in Belgrade, Serbia. In 2017, she enrolled in a Rotating Internship program at the Justus-Liebig-University in Giessen, Germany. Following the successful completion of the Rotating internship, she began a Specialty Internship in Internal Medicine in 2018 at the Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Bern, Switzerland. In 2020, at the same university, she completed her doctoral thesis on canine thyroid tumors and tumor-derived organoids. Later that year, she started a Residency program of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM – SAIM). In 2024, Jana achieved Diplomate status, becoming Board Certified in Small Animal Internal Medicine. Jana is currently working as a senior clinician in internal medicine at the Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Bern, Switzerland.

Day 1 – Diagnostic and Problem-Oriented Approach in Internal Medicine and Urinary Disorders

08:30–09:00 Registration and Welcome Coffee

09:00–09:15 Introduction and Course Overview

09:15–10:00 Diagnostic Strategies in Small Animal Internal Medicine

10:00–10:45 Problem-Oriented Clinical Reasoning: Differential Diagnosis in Practice

10:45–11:15 Coffee Break

11:15–12:00 Acute Kidney Disorders: Recognition and Initial Management

12:00–12:45 Chronic Kidney Disease: Long-Term Management Strategies

12:45–13:30 Glomerular Disorders: Diagnosis and Clinical Approach

13:30–14:30 Lunch Break

14:30–15:15 Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD): Practical Approach

15:15–16:00 Interactive Case Discussion: Renal and Urinary Tract Conditions

16:00–16:30 Coffee Break

16:30–18:00 Small Group Case-Based Workshop: Applying Diagnostics and Clinical Decision-Making

18:00–18:30 Welcome Cocktail

Day 2 – Advanced Clinical Skills, Polyarthritis, and PU/PD Approach

09:00–09:15 Welcome and Brief Recap of Day 1

09:15–10:00 Polyarthritis: Recognition, Diagnosis, and Clinical Importance

10:00–10:45 PU/PD in Dogs and Cats: Systematic Assessment and Differential Diagnosis

10:45–11:15 Coffee Break

11:15–12:00 Treatment Strategies in Internal Medicine: Focus on PU/PD and Polyarthritis

12:00–12:45 Practical Wetlab: Nasogastric and Oesophageal Feeding Tube Placement

12:45–13:30 Practical Wetlab: Joint Tap (Arthrocentesis)

13:30–14:30 Lunch Break

14:30–15:15 Practical Wetlab: Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy Techniques

15:15–16:00 Case Discussion: Polyarthritis, PU/PD, and Complex Internal Medicine Scenarios

16:00–16:30 Coffee Break

16:30–18:00 Small Group Case-Based Workshop: Applying Diagnostics, Clinical Reasoning, and Treatment Planning

18:00–18:30 Closing Remarks and Farewell