Overview:

This session is tailored for veterinarians, wildlife specialists, and echocardiographers, focusing on diagnosing and managing cardiac conditions in great apes. Attendees will gain an understanding of the anatomical and physiological similarities and differences in the cardiovascular systems of great apes compared to other species. Specific echocardiographic techniques for great apes will be covered, including species-specific adjustments and considerations. The session will also cover interpreting echocardiographic findings, recognizing normal and pathological cardiac structures and functions specific to great apes. Management and treatment strategies for cardiac diseases in great apes will be explored, with case study discussions enhancing the application of knowledge to real-world scenarios.

Learning Objectives:

1. Be introduced into the Great Ape Cardiology. Understand the anatomical and physiological similarities and differences in the cardiovascular systems of great apes compared to other species.
2. Be familiar with the Echocardiographic Techniques for Great Apes. Learn specific techniques for performing echocardiographic examinations on great apes, including species-specific adjustments and considerations.
3. Start Developing the skills to diagnose cardiac conditions in great apes. Develop skills to diagnose common and rare cardiac conditions in great apes, such as interstitial myocardial fibrosis and valvular diseases.
4. Understand the Interpretation of Echocardiographic Findings. Gain proficiency in interpreting echocardiographic findings, recognizing normal and pathological cardiac structures and functions specific to great apes.
5. Be familiar with Management and Treatment Strategies. Explore the described and available management and treatment options for cardiac diseases in great apes.
6. Enhance your understanding with Case Studies. Participate in case study discussions to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios, enhancing your ability to manage cardiac conditions in great apes effectively.

Who Should Attend:

• Veterinary Surgeons
• Veterinary Students

Why Attend:

• Familiarise with the cardiology of the great ape.
• Learn specific techniques for performing echocardiographic examinations on great apes.
• Familiarise with the diagnosis of common and rare cardiac conditions in great apes
• Explore available management and treatment options for the cardiac diseases of the great apes.
• Enhance your understanding through discussing cases.
• Learn from a renowned and experienced speaker.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about echocardiography and cardiac diseases of the great apes. Register now for a session that promises to deepen your understanding and enhance your ability to deal with great apes.