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Introduction to the Program
Take a step further in your professional career with TECH and become an expert in Equine Lens Surgery! You will be ready to offer your patients an adequate, effective and safe treatment”
Eye diseases in equids not only impact the animal's vision, but can also trigger other medical complications if not properly treated. Therefore, knowing the latest diagnostic and surgical treatment techniques is essential to provide the best possible care for equids. With specialized training in this field, veterinarians not only improve their clinical practice, but also contribute significantly to the well-being of horses, helping to preserve their vision and, consequently, their overall health and quality of life.
Against this backdrop, TECH offers this Postgraduate certificate in Diseases and Surgery of the Crystalline Lens in Equids, which will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to treat the most common ocular conditions. Through a practical and accessible approach, professionals will receive a detailed understanding of the diseases that directly affect equine vision, as well as the most advanced surgical techniques to treat them. They will also develop key skills to effectively diagnose these pathologies and manage the postoperative process, enabling them to provide comprehensive treatment to horses.
At the professional level, this degree will give graduates a competitive advantage in the labor market, specializing them in a highly demanded field. In this way, they will not only improve their technical skills, but also increase their confidence in performing complex surgical procedures. As a result, they will contribute to the welfare of animals, while providing high quality and specialized medical care in their veterinary practice.
The 100% online modality will allow experts to access flexible, innovative and high quality training from anywhere in the world. Through this approach, students will benefit from the Relearning methodology, designed to maximize the academic experience through a continuous process of reflection and reinforcement. This technique is based on the principle that learning is most effective when it builds on previous knowledge and is constantly reinforced.
The combination of flexibility and active training make this program the ideal choice for advancing your career as a veterinarian without sacrificing your time or commitment to professional excellence”
This Postgraduate certificate in Diseases and Surgery of the Crystalline Lens in Equids contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market.The most important features include:
- The development of case studies presented by experts with a deep mastery of Diseases and Surgery the Crystalline Lens in Equids
- The graphic, schematic and eminently practical content of the book provides scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
- Practical exercises where the process of 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
Want to master equine surgical techniques and transform your career? With this TECH program you will achieve your goals, becoming a specialist in Crystalline Diseases”
The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational 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 immersive education programmed to learn 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 during the course. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts.
Specialize in equine eye surgery with the most complete and updated Postgraduate certificate in the academic market! You will learn at your own pace, without preset schedules"
Empower your veterinary practice in the largest online university in the world, according to Forbes: TECH! In this innovative program you will be trained by experts and you will have access to exclusive content"
Syllabus
This academic pathway will provide advanced and specialized training in one of the most critical areas of Equine Veterinary Medicine. Through a comprehensive curriculum, covering the most up-to-date aspects, students will address advanced surgical techniques, including cataract surgery in horses and specialized postoperative management, which are fundamental for a successful recovery. In addition, they will delve into key topics such as pre-surgical evaluation, advances in ocular diagnostics and post-operative complications, among others.
With a comprehensive and efficient approach, you will enjoy a flexible, dynamic and applied academic experience designed to enhance your professional development in this highly specialized field”
Module 1. Diseases and Surgery of the Crystalline Lens in Equids
1.1. Embryology of the Crystalline Lens in Equids
1.1.1. Embryology of the Crystalline Lens in Equids
1.1.2. Histology of the Lens
1.1.3. Alterations in Lenticular Development
1.2. Physiology of the Crystalline Lens in Equids
1.2.1. Metabolism of the Crystalline Lens
1.2.2. Alterations in Crystalline Lens Metabolism
1.2.3. Transparency and Refraction of the Lens
1.3. Examination of the Crystalline Lens in Equids
1.3.1. Limits of Examinations in the Field
1.3.2. Pupillary Dilation, Pharmacology of Iris Dilators and Cycloplegics
1.3.3. Slit-Lamp Evaluation of the Lens
1.3.4. Lens Dilation with Direct Use of Retroillumination
1.3.5. Peculiarities of the Examinations in Newborns
1.4. Alterations of Lenticular Transparency in Equids
1.4.1. Congenital Disorders
1.4.2. Hereditary Disorders
1.4.3. Acquired Disorders
1.5. Alterations of Lenticular Transparency in Equids: Cataracts
1.5.1. Extralenticular
1.5.2. Capsulolenticulars
1.5.3. Lenticulars
1.5.3.1. Focal Cataracts
1.5.3.2. Suture Line Cataracts
1.5.3.3. Axial Cataracts
1.5.3.4. Traumatic Cataracts
1.5.3.5. Complete Cataracts
1.6. Anatomical Alterations of the Crystalline Lens, Dislocation and Subluxation of the Lens in Equids
1.6.1. Congenital Disorders
1.6.2. Hereditary Disorders
1.6.3. Acquired Disorders
1.7. Other Lenticular Changes in Equids
1.7.1. Rupture of the Lenticular Capsule
1.7.2. Anterior Subcapsular Vacuoles
1.7.3. Concentric Cortical Lamination
1.7.4. Age-Associated Physiological Findings
1.7.5. Evaluation of Lesions during Pre-Purchase Examination
1.8. Cataract Surgery in Equids
1.8.1. Indications
1.8.2. Previous Diagnostic Tests
1.8.3. Surgical Procedure
1.8.4. Complications
1.8.5. Post Surgical Management
1.9. Anterior Lens Luxation Surgery in Equids
1.9.1. Indications
1.9.2. Surgical Procedure
1.9.3. Complications and Post Surgical Management
1.10. Medical Management of Patients with Non-Operable Cataracts in Equids
1.10.1. Phacolytic Uveitis
1.10.2. Glaucoma Secondary to Cataracts
1.10.3. Pharmacology of Phacolytic Uveitis
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Postgraduate Certificate in Diseases and Surgery of the Crystalline Lens in Equids
Lens diseases in horses, such as cataracts, can severely compromise vision, affecting their performance and overall well-being. Faced with this problem, it is essential for veterinary professionals to acquire a solid understanding of the pathologies related to the lens and the most advanced surgical techniques to treat them. Aware of this need, TECH has developed this Postgraduate Certificate in Diseases and Surgery of the Crystalline Lens in Equids that will equip you with the necessary skills to intervene effectively in these cases. This postgraduate course is taught 100% online, which gives you accessibility and flexibility, allowing you to develop your specialization without leaving aside your work responsibilities. Through the curriculum, you will know how to identify the early symptoms of these diseases, which will allow you to offer timely diagnoses and effective treatments. In addition, you will address both non-invasive diagnostic techniques and surgical interventions that can be applied in cases of opaque crystalline lens.
Addresses the main pathologies of the lens in horses
Why choose us? Because we not only have significant academic experience endorsed by major educational organizations and international media such as Forbes, but we offer a 100% online professionalization with infallible results. As a result, in addition to medical diagnosis and treatment, this postgraduate course will offer an intensive focus on equine lens surgery, covering from the simplest to the most complex interventions. Likewise, the most current surgical techniques will be addressed, including cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation, which is essential to restore vision in horses that have lost their visual capacity due to various conditions of the crystalline lens. From this, you will master the essential post-surgical aspects, such as follow-up and ocular rehabilitation, to ensure that the animal recovers its visual function optimally. Upon completion, you will have the necessary tools to successfully deal with the most complex ocular pathologies and provide high quality veterinary care in this specialized field. Enroll now!