WORKSHOPS

The use of diode lasers in veterinary medicine has revolutionized the field, offering surgeons greater precision, efficiency, and faster recovery times for patients. To help veterinarians fully leverage the potential of this technology, we are pleased to invite you to an exclusive Wet Lab on the applications of diode lasers in veterinary ophthalmology, led by Dr. Ingo Hoffmann, Dipl. ECVO.

Dr. Ingo Hoffmann is a renowned specialist in veterinary ophthalmology and a member of the European College of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ECVO). Thanks to his many years of experience in advanced surgical techniques, Dr. Hoffmann is a leading authority on the clinical application of diode lasers. His teaching approach combines in-depth scientific knowledge with practical, concrete insights, ensuring participants gain skills that can be immediately applied to their clinical practice.

Participants are kindly requested to bring their own loupes for use during the workshop, if available.

Dear delegates, we are pleased and honored to present an unprecedented event in veterinary ophthalmology education: a Wet lab dedicated to OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography). Guided by Dr. Sara Thomasy, a Diplomate ACVO, we will immerse ourselves in a technique that is revolutionizing the way we see the eye of our patients.

We will begin with a solid theoretical introduction to the technique to understand what lies behind high-resolution images and, above all, why OCT today represents the ultimate "optical biopsy," indispensable for the retina, the optic nerve, and the anterior segment.

We will guide you through the key criteria for choosing the best instrument based on the needs of your caseload. We will conclude with the analysis and interactive discussion of clinical cases. OCT is not just a "beautiful" image, but a decisive tool for refining diagnosis, prognosis, and treatments.