Veterinarians must continue their training to adapt to new developments in this field”

Cardiovascular disorders in animals are highly significant because they can affect their quality of life and life expectancy. Advanced knowledge of cardiology is indispensable for large animal veterinarians: ruminants (cattle, sheep, goats), camelids (alpacas, camels and llamas), swine (pigs, wild boars) and equidae (donkeys and mules).

Cardiology in ruminants and swine has been limited, for a long time, due to the limited literature and diagnostic limitations, especially in advanced therapeutic procedures.

Regarding equidae, a high number of horses are used for sporting purposes and cardiac pathologies limit their capacity and even force the animal to withdraw from competition. This is more evident the more demanding the equine is in terms of sport and cardiovascular effort. The management of food species differs, but it also affects their production capacity.

This program covers the basics of Cardiology and delves into the most up-to-date and advanced techniques currently available, offering extensive and in-depth content. 

The postgraduate diploma in Diagnostic Techniques in Cardiology in Large Animals brings together all the detailed information from the different areas of Cardiology at a high and advanced level of specialization, and is taught by renowned professors in the fields of internal medicine, cardiology and minimally invasive surgery in veterinary medicine.

Don't miss the opportunity to study this postgraduate diploma with us. It's the perfect opportunity to advance your career and stand out in an industry with high demand for professionals”

This postgraduate diploma in Diagnostic Techniques in Cardiology in Large Animals contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features of the specialization are:

• Development of practical cases presented by experts in Diagnostic Techniques in Cardiology in Large Animals
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• New developments on Diagnostic Techniques in Cardiology in Large Animals
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Diagnostic Techniques in Cardiology in Large Animals
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This postgraduate diploma is the best investment you can make in selecting a refresher program to update your knowledge in veterinary cardiology"

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive learning programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in Diagnostic Techniques in Cardiology in Large Animals. 

This training comes with the best didactic material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

This 100% online program will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

The postgraduate diploma in Diagnostic Techniques in Cardiology in Large Animals is designed to facilitate the performance of veterinary professionals with the latest advances and the most innovative treatments in the sector. 

Learn about the latest advances in the field from the comfort of your home, thanks to the online mode on which this program is based"

General Objectives

• Establish a suitable methodology for animal cardiopathy examination 
• Identify all clinical signs associated with cardiovascular disease 
• Generate specialized knowledge of cardiac auscultation 
• Establish the specific clinical approach to animals with a cardiovascular disorder
• Develop a suitable working methodology to optimize the use of non-invasive 
  diagnostic tests
• Analyze the basics of ultrasound to learn the tools useful in the assessment of cardiac function and structure
• Establish solid concepts in the genesis of the electrocardiogram
• Develop a diagnostic protocol based on the electrocardiogram
• Generate specialized knowledge in advanced cardiac diagnostic and therapeutic techniques
• Examine the instrumentation required to perform cardiac catheterization and minimally invasive surgery
• Establish the appropriate methodology for the performance of these advanced procedures, including their anesthetic approach
• Strengthen the basis for selecting appropriate cases for cardiac catheterization and minimally invasive surgery
• Develop cardiopulmonary resuscitation protocols

Specific Objectives

Module 1. General Examination of Large Animals with Cardiovascular Pathology: Equidae, Ruminants and Swine

• Develop specialized information on the clinical examination of cardiac patients
• Accurately recognize the normal sounds that can be encountered 
• Differentiate between physiological murmurs and pathological murmurs 
• Establish differential diagnoses of abnormal rhythms based on irregularity and heart rate 
• Establish a work methodology for patients with murmurs and for patients with arrhythmias
• Generate a work methodology for patients with syncope 
• Develop a work methodology for animals with heart failure

Module 2. Complementary non-invasive cardiovascular tests in large animals: equidae, ruminants and swine 

• Fundamentals of ultrasound physics and imaging principles
• Differentiate the types of echocardiography and analyze their usefulness in different 
  clinical situations
• Recognize all the ultrasound planes described and propose a standardized protocol for evaluating the heart
• Gain insight into the genesis of the electrocardiogram in order to analyze its pattern, the existence of artifacts and morphological anomalies
• Specify the different recording systems and methods used to obtain the electrocardiogram and adapt it to the patient's clinical situation
• Establish a systematic protocol that simplifies the reading of the electrocardiogram
• Identify the main mistakes made when analyzing the electrocardiogram

Module 3. Advanced Cardiac Procedures: Interventionism, Minimally Invasive Surgery and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Large Animals: Equidae, Ruminants and Swine 

• Analyze the specific risks posed by anesthesia 
• Develop appropriate anesthetic protocols that allow for safe anesthesia
• Adequately select cases that can undergo cardiac catheterization and minimally invasive surgery, establishing a risk-benefit ratio
• Develop in-depth knowledge of the instruments used in cardiac catheterization and minimally invasive surgery techniques
• Differentiate the types of existing pacemakers and defibrillators
• Integrating electrical cardioversion as a routine treatment option in the equine clinic
• Examine the complications that arise during cardiac catheterization and minimally invasive surgery procedures and establish protocols for dealing with these complications
• Establish up-to-date protocols for cardiopulmonary resuscitation in foals and adult horses

A unique specialization program that will allow you to acquire advanced training in this field"