This training is the best option you can find to specialize in and make more accurate diagnoses” 

Veterinarians face new challenges every day in treating their patients. The postgraduate diploma in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae : Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae comprises a complete and up-to-date educational program including the latest advances in Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery in Large Animals.

The theoretical and practical content has been chosen taking into account its potential practical application in daily clinical practice. Furthermore, the audiovisual material collects scientific and practical information on the essential disciplines for professional practice.
 
In each topic, practical cases presented by experts in Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery in Large Animals have been developed, with the objective of the practical application of the knowledge acquired. In addition, students will participate in a self-evaluation process to improve their learning and knowledge during their practical activities.
 
The teaching team has programmed a careful selection of techniques used in the diagnosis and treatment of Lameness in Ruminants (Cattle, Sheep), Camelids (Camels, Alpacas, Llamas), Swine (Pigs, Boars) and Equidae (Horses, Donkeys and Mules), including the description of musculoskeletal surgery and rehabilitation in those species to which they are applied. 

The teaching surgeons of this postgraduate diploma are Graduates of the European or American College of Veterinary Surgeons and have extensive experience both in the university field and in private practice. In both areas, they are responsible for large animal surgery services in leading veterinary centers and most of them direct residency programs, master's degree programs and research projects.   

As a result of the training of the faculty of this postgraduate diploma in North America and Europe, the techniques developed have been widely contrasted and are internationally recognized. 
 

Don't miss the opportunity to study this program with us. It's the perfect opportunity to advance in your veterinary career" 

This postgraduate diploma in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae offers the characteristics of a program of high scientific, teaching and technological level. These are some of its most notable features:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals: Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Latest innovations in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals:  Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in  Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals:  Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae
• 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

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

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 training 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 system of interactive videos made by recognized experts in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae who have vast experience in the field.  

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

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

The postgraduate diploma in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae is oriented to facilitate the performance of the Veterinary Professional with the latest advances and most innovative treatments in the sector.   

You will learn first-hand from professionals in the sector how to analyze the most frequent anesthetic complications in the Large Animals clinic, particularly those related to orthopedic surgery"  

General Objectives

• Evaluate the equipment and instruments used in synovial cavity surgery
• Fundamental knowledge of arthroscopy, tenoscopy and bursoscopy techniques
• Develop synovial cavity exploration techniques
• Establish endoscopy as a method of surgical treatment of synovial pathologies
• Gain fundamental knowledge of musculoskeletal injuries and infections
• Establish an appropriate methodology for its exploration, diagnosis and treatment
• Generate specialized knowledge of the different materials and techniques used for the treatment of these pathologies
• Propose therapeutic strategies in wound management alternative to the conventional ones
• Gain advanced knowledge of the angular deformities, flexural deformities, osteochondrosis, and subchondral cysts
• Determine the different treatments for angular and flexural deformities
• Establish an appropriate methodology for the identification, treatment and prognostication of osteochondral lesions
• Generate specialized knowledge on the etiopathogenesis, identification, treatment and prognosis of subchondral cysts
• Propose therapeutic strategies to limit the negative consequences of these pathologies
• Develop specialized knowledge to correctly plan surgery
• Examine the necessary general pharmacological, anesthesia and material bases to surgically deal with the different pathologies in the rest of the modules
• Analyze the most frequent anesthetic complications in the Large Animals clinic, particularly those related to orthopedic surgery
• Examine the most frequent surgical complications in orthopedic surgery and provide useful protocols to solve or avoid them

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Arthroscopy, Bursoscopy and Tenoscopy in Large Animals: Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae

• Develop specialized knowledge of materials used in endoscopy surgery of synovial cavities
• Specify the indications of endoscopy for the treatment of synovial pathologies
• Specify the techniques of endoscopic surgery in joint cavities, bursae and synovial sheaths
• Perform correct endoscopic treatment of synovial pathologies
• Justify the use of endoscopy in the treatment of joint fractures
• Expose the possible complications associated with the arthroscopy, bursoscopy and tenoscopy techniques
• Present the different postoperative care and rehabilitation guidelines

Module 2. Musculoskeletal Injuries and Infections in Large Animals; Ruminants, Swine and Equidae

• Develop knowledge of the different phases of skin healing
• Specify the different types of wounds that can occur in large animal clinics
• Indicate the tests to be performed on a patient with a musculoskeletal injury or infection to determine the significance of the injury
• Determine the techniques of tissue management, hemostasis, suturing, reconstruction and skin grafting
• Set guidelines for the choice of different types of sutures, needles and drains
• Select the appropriate dressing or bandage for each clinical situation
• Expose the importance and application of the fiberglass technique
• Apply the different therapeutic guidelines in acute and chronic wounds
• Carry out a correct diagnosis and treatment of synovial and bone infections
• Specify the use of the different tenorrhaphy techniques
• Present the different causes of exuberant granulation and its treatment
• Apply the different therapeutic guidelines in burns

Module 3. Developmental Diseases: Angular and Flexural Deformities, Osteochondrosis and Subchondral Cyst in Large Animals: Ruminants, Swine and Equidae

• Develop specialized knowledge on the etiopathogenesis of angular deformities, flexural deformities, osteochondrosis and subchondral cysts
• Carry out a correct diagnosis of the different alterations presented
• Specify the techniques for delaying and stimulating bone growth used in the surgical treatment of angular deformities
• Determine the medical treatments and application of resins, splints and orthopedic tools used in the treatment of angular and flexural deformities
• Specify the demotomy and tenotomy techniques used in the treatment of flexural deformities
• Establish the specificities in the treatment of deformities according to the age of the patient and the anatomical area affected
• Determine the prevalence, predisposing factors, diagnosis, localization, treatment and prognosis of osteochondral lesions and subchondral cysts

Module 4. Preoperative Aspects in Large Animals: Ruminants, Swine and Equidae

• Analyze the importance of patient acceptance for surgery, operative risks and pre-surgical evaluation of the patient
• Fundamentals of the basic principles of general anesthesia and sedation for orthopedic surgical procedures
• Recognize the general material necessary for general orthopedic surgery in Large Animals 
• Establish correct disinfection protocols for surgical material
• Differentiate the diagnostic imaging techniques available as an intra-surgical aid
• Establish a scheme of work for the preparation of the patient, the surgeon and the surgical field
• Develop postoperative treatment protocols for major orthopedic surgeries in the Large Animals clinic  

A path to achieve training and professional growth that will propel you towards a greater level of competitiveness in the employment market"