Learn how to accurately and safely treat corneal conditions in patients who come to the veterinary practice, with this exceptional and comprehensive postgraduate certificate”

The cornea and sclera form part of the fibrous tunica of the eyeball, the outermost part of the eye. The incidence of corneal alterations is very high in small animals. Scleral pathology is much less frequent, but no less important.

In this program, before beginning to detail the different pathologies that the cornea and sclera can suffer, students will look at how these structures naturally repair themselves when tissue damage is present. The cornea is one of the most exposed and visible areas, in which any alteration can be detected very quickly. Each corneal component heals to a different degree, at a different speed and through different mechanisms. Understanding these differences will help us to identify whether repair is occurring abnormally, and allow us to perform early interventions and improve the prognosis of our patients.

During the course this postgraduate certificate, key aspects will be taught that will allow students to approach one of the most complex phases of ophthalmologic examination: identification of changes in color, edges and visual "texture", as well as their association to each corneal pathology and their clinical relevance.

The various corneal and scleral pathologies, clinical signs, as well as the diagnostic protocol, updated medical and/or surgical treatment and prognosis of all of these conditions will also be described.

The main objective is to improve the visual prognosis of affected animals, as the complications associated with corneal and scleral lesions can lead to loss of vision due to extensive scarring, severe uveitis sequelae, corneal perforation, or phthisis bulbi, among others. For this reason, it is essential to be able to diagnose and establish early treatment. Monitoring the evolution during the first few days after diagnosis will prevent complications or allow them to be treated before they seriously affect the eye.

The most advanced program in corneal pathology treatment techniques and protocols, which will allow the student to perform a safe and efficient approach to ophthalmologic conditions"

This postgraduate certificate in Corneal Diseases and Surgery in Small Animals contains the most complete and up to date scientific program on the market. Its most important features include:

• Case studies presented and developed by experts in Veterinary Ophthalmology
• Graphic, schematic, and practical contents created to provide scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• 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

An intensive and practical study of corneal pathologies in small animals based on the most advanced knowledge"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

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 immersion training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

With the efficiency of a study system created for online teaching, this postgraduate certificate is the best option to boost your professional growth"

Studies that will offer you the knowledge from a unique and highly effective perspective”

This program will provide students with specialized knowledge of veterinary ophthalmology. TECH has designed the most comprehensive and up to date academic program on the market. After completing the 150 hours of study of the postgraduate certificate, professionals will be able to practice in this exciting field with total precision and from a perspective based on maximum scientific rigor, the most relevant studies and the latest advances.

TECH offers you an intensive and comprehensive growth program that will put your skills at the forefront of ophthalmology intervention"

General Objectives 

• Develop a systematic diagnostic protocol for corneal and scleral pathologies
• Analyze pathological changes in the cornea and sclera, as well as their clinical relevance
• Determine differential diagnoses for corneal and scleral pathologies
• Establish the medical and/or surgical therapeutic possibilities and prognosis for each corneal and scleral pathology

Specific Objectives

• Analyze physiological corneal repair mechanisms
• Accurately recognize changes in color, edges and visual "texture" characteristic of each corneal pathologic response
• Classify and categorize corneal ulcers
• Develop general and specific treatment principles for each type of corneal ulcer
• Describe the different corneal surgical techniques and evaluate their advantages and disadvantages
• Compile and study the most common non-ulcerative corneal pathologies in dogs and cats
• Identify the various corneal manifestations of systemic diseases
• Present the different neoplasms located in the cornea
• Study the pathologies that can affect the sclera and their treatment

The latest examination and diagnostic techniques and processes used in Small Animal Ophthalmology, through an exceptional postgraduate certificate"