Veterinary Thermal Imaging Course

September 9th to September 12th, 2015, San Luis Obispo, California

This course is RACE approved for 26 CE hours and is endorsed by the American Academy of Thermology. Designed to teach Veterinarians all aspects of Thermal Imaging through lectures, case-based problem-solving & practical experience, this course is presented by Internationally recognized Thermographers:

• Dr. Tracy Turner
• Dr. Kimberly Henneman
• Dr. Ken Marcella

The workshop consists of all species related lectures and interactive wet labs. The course focuses on clinical thermal imaging as it is incorporated in a multi-modality approach to achieving diagnosis.
Participation will provide attendees with a functional understanding of the use and application of thermal imaging in all aspects of clinical veterinary practice.
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Infrared Thermography in Veterinary Medicine

I have not attended or reviewed this course, but it appears to be a thorough approach to veterinary thermography based on an international ISO standard. - Gary

University of Florida - Thermal Imaging Seminar

Catastrophic injuries in the racing industry, as well as other avenues of equine competition, have recently brought pressure on the veterinary profession to prevent, or diagnose earlier, injuries before they become life-threatening. Injury detection earlier than is available through other modalities makes thermography an excellent tool.

Thermal imaging systems have the capability to detect changes in temperature related to local inflammation and/or blood flow to the tissue. These changes have been shown to occur 2-6 weeks prior to the onset of clinical signs of lameness.

With the use of Thermal Imaging THE possibility exists that these abnormalities can be identified when the tissues are in a state of stress, rather than anatomical disruption.

Intervention at this point provides less costly, and more time efficient options with which to manage the injury to a successful outcome. Conditions effecting the musculoskeletal system, including Saddle Fit analysis are the most common uses, with use to detect neurological, dental, and infectious disease as well. Sessions will also be presented on the use of thermal imaging in Marine Mammals, Wildlife, and Companion Animals.

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