Practical Flexible Endoscopy in Small Animal Practice

Practical Flexible Endoscopy in Small Animal Practice

Jan 24, 2026

Course Overview

Master the essentials of flexible endoscopy in small animal practice in this hands-on, two-day intensive course. Combining focused theory with extensive practical training, the course covers upper airway endosco-py and complete gastrointestinal endoscopy in dogs and cats.

From nasopharyngoscopy and laryngoscopy to gastroduodenoscopy and colonoscopy, participants will gain the skills, confidence, and clinical insight needed to safely perform endoscopic procedures and immediately apply them in everyday practice. Small-group practical sessions ensure maximum hands-on time under expert guidance.

What You Will Learn

  • Core principles of flexible endoscopy and equipment handling
  • Step-by-step techniques for nasopharyngoscopy, laryngoscopy, and esophagoscopy
  • Practical approach to gastroduodenoscopy and colonoscopy
  • Patient preparation, positioning, and procedural safety
  • Recognition of normal anatomy and common pathological findings
  • How to confidently integrate endoscopy into routine clinical workflows
In collaboration with
Yi Cui

Yi Cui

DVM, ECVIM-CA, MRCVS, European Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine

Yi’s love and passion for animals has led her to pursue the art of veterinary science at the university of Ghent (Belgium). To get a taste of all the different specialisations in companion animals, she finished a rotating internship the following year and visited many different universities in the UK, Germany, France and Switzerland, exploring the different worlds of internal medicine. This gave her the insight in how the same problem can be approached from many different angles with each their own advantages and disadvantages. After her travels, she started a residency Internal Medicine at the university of Giessen (Germany) and became an European Internal Medicine specialist in 2019.

To explore different academic environments, she worked at the Universities of Ghent, Utrecht and Bern, to practice Internal Medicine and learn from esteemed colleagues in their own respectable fields. After her academic career she tried private practice in Hong Kong, to experience a completely new environment, which has taught her many lessons.

Exploring new places, learning different ways of medicine and experiencing new cultures has been an important part of her personal growth. That is why, in 2023, she decided to explore the world, one country at the time and work online, educating and supporting primary vets. Combining that with working in different clinics around the world, learning from other colleagues and volunteering at local shelters.

DAY 1

Time Title Format
09:00-10:30 Introduction to flexible endoscopy Theory
10:30-11:00 Breakfast / Coffee Break Break
11:00-13:00 Nasopharyngoscopy – Laryngoscopy- Esophagoscopy Theory
13:00-14:00 Lunch break Break
14:00-15:30 Nasopharyngoscopy Practice
15:30-16:00 Coffee Break Break
16:00-17:00 Laryngoscopy – Esophagoscopy Practice

DAY 2

Time Title Format
09:00-10:30 Gastroduodenoscopy Theory
10:30-11:00 Breakfast / Coffee Break Break
11:00-13:30 Gastroduodenoscopy Practice
13:30-14:30 Lunch Break Break
14:30-16:30 Colonoscopy Theory
16:30-17:00 Coffee Break Break
17:00-18:00 Colonoscopy Practice
Feline Internal Medicine – key aspects of feline health

Feline Internal Medicine – key aspects of feline health

Dec 12, 2024

Dear participants,
I am thrilled to have you join us on this journey into feline medicine. Throughout this course, we will explore key aspects of feline health, focusing on respiratory, gastrointestinal, and geriatric diseases. The curriculum will cover a range of topics, starting with upper and lower respiratory conditions, progressing to chronic gastrointestinal disturbances, and examining common age-related diseases such as diabetes mellitus and chronic kidney disease (CKD).
The program will feature case-based discussions that will enhance your understanding of these specific conditions, providing you with practical insights into diagnosis and management. Additionally, hands-on training will be offered in critical procedures, including the placement of thoracic drains, nasal sampling, and inserting feeding tubes, among others. These practical sessions aim to equip you with the skills necessary for effective clinical practice in feline medicine.
We look forward to engaging with you in these specialized areas and supporting your development in this field.
Yi Cui
DVM, DECVIM-CA, MRCVS

Dr Yi Cui

Dr Yi Cui

DVM, ECVIM-CA, MRCVS, European Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine

Yi’s love and passion for animals has led her to pursue the art of veterinary science at the university of Ghent (Belgium). To get a taste of all the different specialisations in companion animals, she finished a rotating internship the following year and visited many different universities in the UK, Germany, France and Switzerland, exploring the different worlds of internal medicine. This gave her the insight in how the same problem can be approached from many different angles with each their own advantages and disadvantages. After her travels, she started a residency Internal Medicine at the university of Giessen (Germany) and became an European Internal Medicine specialist in 2019.

To explore different academic environments, she worked at the Universities of Ghent, Utrecht and Bern, to practice Internal Medicine and learn from esteemed colleagues in their own respectable fields. After her academic career she tried private practice in Hong Kong, to experience a completely new environment, which has taught her many lessons.

Exploring new places, learning different ways of medicine and experiencing new cultures has been an important part of her personal growth. That is why, in 2023, she decided to explore the world, one country at the time and work online, educating and supporting primary vets. Combining that with working in different clinics around the world, learning from other colleagues and volunteering at local shelters.

Day 1 – Suturday

  1. Block 1 theory: Infectious diseases
    • How COVID Changed the Game for FIP
    • Chest Full of Trouble: Understanding Pyothorax in Cats
  2. Block 1 practical
    • FIP Case Discussion
    • Thoracocentesis and chest tube placements in cats
  3. Block 2 theory: Respiratory diseases
    • Sniffles, Snores to masses: Nasopharyngeal Disease in Cats
    • From Cough to Crisis: Tackling Feline Asthma in Practice
  4. Block 2 practical
    • Mastering inhalation techniques in cats
    • Step-by-Step practice in feline nasopharyngeal polyp removal techniques
    • Feline Nasal Biopsy Techniques Made Practical

Day 2 – Sunday

  1. Block 1 Theory: Geriatric diseases
    • Feline CKD: From Early Diagnosis to Long-Term Management
    • Taming the Glucose Rollercoaster: Holistic Management of Feline Diabetes
  2. Block 1 Practical
    • The Art of the Infusion: Fluid Therapy 101
    • Choose Your Fluid: Case-Based Challenges in Therapy
  3. Block 2 theory: GI diseases
    • The Triple Threat: Navigating Feline Triaditis
    • The Backed-Up Cat: Managing Chronic Constipation
  4. Block 2 Practical
    • Feeding Tube Fundamentals: Mastering naso-oesophageal/gastric and e-tube Placement
    • Flush with Confidence: Colonic Lavage Training Workshop