A Hands-On, 2-Day Intensive Training
Build confidence in abdominal ultrasound through this highly practical and interactive course designed for veterinarians who want to strengthen their diagnostic imaging skills.
This two-day workshop combines focused lectures with extensive hands-on scanning sessions, allowing participants to apply what they learn immediately in a supervised clinical setting. Participants will learn how to approach abdominal ultrasound systematically, recognise normal anatomy, and identify common pathologies encountered in everyday practice.
With small-group practical sessions and direct guidance from an experienced imaging specialist, this course provides an ideal environment to refine your scanning technique and improve diagnostic confidence.
 
What You’ll Learn
Participants will develop a structured approach to abdominal ultrasound, including:
• Core principles of abdominal ultrasound and machine settings
• Patient preparation and proper probe handling
• Recognition and avoidance of common sonographic artifacts
• Systematic scanning of major abdominal organs including liver, spleen, kidneys, bladder, gastrointestinal tract and reproductive organs
• Identification of common abnormalities such as masses, cysts, calculi and organ enlargement
• Introduction to visualising adrenal glands, pancreas and lymph nodes
• Practical tips for improving image quality and scan efficiency in clinical practice
 
Why This Course Stands Out
✅ Extensive hands-on scanning using live animals
✅ Small-group practical sessions for personalised guidance
✅ Multiple ultrasound machines available for hands-on experience
✅ Real clinical case discussions to reinforce learning
✅ Led by experienced veterinary imaging specialist Dr Tanja Vedel
✅ Up to 16 CPD points (AVS Structured S1)
 
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for:
Veterinarians who want to develop or strengthen their abdominal ultrasound skills
Early-career veterinarians seeking structured hands-on imaging training
Veterinary practitioners who wish to improve confidence in ultrasound interpretation
 
Meet Your Instructor
Dr Tanja Vedel
DVM, MRCVS, DipECVDI
European and RCVS recognised Specialist in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging 
 
Dr Tanja Vedel is a European board-certified specialist in veterinary diagnostic imaging, dedicated to providing advanced diagnostic services to support optimal patient care. Her expertise spans radiology, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and nuclear medicine, offering comprehensive imaging solutions for complex medical and surgical cases.
 
Dr Tanja works closely with the internal medicine, surgery, neurology, and oncology teams to ensure seamless diagnostic collaboration and accurate interpretation of imaging studies. Her precise approach and clinical insight help guide treatment decisions and improve patient outcomes.
 
In addition to her clinical work, Dr Tanja is passionate about teaching and professional development. She actively lectures and provides training to veterinarians, sharing her knowledge and advancing standards in veterinary diagnostic imaging.
 
Course Programme
Day 1
9:00 AM – Ultrasound Basics
Key abdominal ultrasound principles
Patient preparation
Knobology (machine controls and settings)
Common sonographic artifacts
10:00 AM – Knobology Lab
Hands-on machine familiarisation
10:30 AM – Short Break
10:45 AM – Liver and Spleen Ultrasound
Normal anatomy, scanning techniques and common pathologies
11:45 AM – Practical Session
Live animal scanning: liver and spleen
1:00 PM – Lunch Break
2:00 PM – Urinary System and Reproductive Tract Ultrasound
Kidneys, bladder and reproductive tract evaluation
3:00 PM – Practical Session
Urinary system and reproductive tract scanning
4:30 PM – Case Discussion
Review of scans, Q&A and troubleshooting
5:00 PM – End of Day
 
Day 2
9:00 AM – Gastrointestinal Ultrasound
Normal anatomy, scanning techniques and common pathologies
9:40 AM – Practical Session
Gastrointestinal scanning and review
11:20 AM – Teaser Session: Adrenal Glands, Pancreas and Lymph Nodes Ultrasound
Introduction to visualisation techniques and key pathologies
12:20 PM – Lunch Break
1:20 PM – Practical Session
Full abdominal review and bonus organs
4:30 PM – Case Discussion
Review scans, Q&A and troubleshooting
5:00 PM – End of Day