A Hands-On, 2-Day Intensive Training
Master the art of small animal echocardiography in this immersive course designed to transform your diagnostic capabilities. Through a blend of expert-led lectures and intensive practical sessions, you will develop the confidence and technical proficiency to perform and interpret echocardiograms with precision whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills.
 
What You Will Learn
Fundamentals to advanced techniques
Ultrasound physics, probe handling, and patient positioning.
Acquisition of standard views including right parasternal, left apical 4-chamber, and subcostal views.
Mastery of M-mode measurements (LVIDd/s, FS%, LA/Ao) and Doppler applications (PW/CW).
Pathology recognition
Identify echocardiographic changes in MMVD, HCM, pericardial effusion, and more.
Differentiate normal versus abnormal findings through live and pre-recorded cases.
 
Why This Course Stands Out
✅ Hands-on scanning with live animals, allowing participants to practice in real time under expert guidance
✅ Small-group sessions for personalised feedback
✅ Case-based learning through interactive challenges and group discussions
✅ Taught by an industry leader: Dr Kittipong Tachampa (DVM, MSc, PhD, DTBVM)
✅ Up to 16 CPD points (AVS Structured S1)
 
Who Should Attend?
Veterinarians seeking to enhance cardiac diagnostics.
Veterinary students/interns pursuing specialization.
Technicians supporting echocardiography procedures.
Only limited spots available!
 
Meet Your Instructor: Dr. Kittipong Tachampa
Dr. Kittipong Tachampa is an esteemed Assistant Professor at Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, and a leading expert in veterinary cardiology. He holds a DVM (Hons), MSc in Physiology, and a Ph.D. in Physiology & Biophysics, and is a Diplomate of the Thai Board of Veterinary Medicine. As a cardiologist at the Small Animal Teaching Hospital of Chulalongkorn University and private hospitals, Dr. Tachampa specializes in advanced diagnostics and treatment, making significant contributions to the field.
A dedicated educator and researcher, he is passionate about advancing veterinary medicine through innovative techniques, particularly in ultrasound and cardiac care. His participation in this event highlights his commitment to sharing cutting-edge knowledge with the veterinary community.
 
Course Agenda*
Day 1
09:00 – 10:45 | Echo Basics
Physics of ultrasound (10 mins)
Knobology (10 mins)
Cardiac anatomy in relation to echocardiogram (15 mins)
Cardiac cycle (10 mins)
Patient positioning and probe handling (20 mins)
10:45 – 11:00 | Coffee and Tea Break
11:00 – 12:30 | Standard Views
PLAX, PSAX, A4C, A5C (40 mins)
12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch
13:30 – 14:00 | M-mode Lecture
Introduction to M-mode measurements
14:00 – 17:00 | Hands-on: Image Acquisition Practice
PSAX scanning (30 mins)
PLAX scanning (30 mins)
A4C and A5C views (30 mins)
17:00 – 17:30 | Q&A
 
Day 2
09:00 – 10:00 | 2D Echocardiographic Changes in Common Cardiac Diseases
Pathophysiology of common cardiac diseases in relation to cardiac dimension changes (30 mins)
2D subjective assessment (30 mins)
10:00 – 11:00 | Measurements in 2D and M-mode
11:00 – 12:30 | Lectures: Echo Features in Common Cardiac Diseases
MMVD (30 mins)
DCM (20 mins)
HCM (30 mins)
Cardiac tumour and pericardial effusion (10 mins)
12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch
13:30 – 16:00 | Hands-on: Case Scanning
Live case scanning if available
16:00 – 17:00 | Case Sharing and Interpretation
17:00 – 17:30 | Certificates
 
Sample course agenda subject to change.