This event is designed for horse owners, riders and paraprofessionals.

Pre-Purchase Exams. What the research says and common diagnostic findings 

Speakers David Bolt, Senior Lecturer in Equine Surgery, Freddie Dash, Lecturer in Equine Diagnostic Imaging, and Jason Tupper, Head Vet at the RVC Equine Practice, take you on a journey into the world of pre-purchase exams; from what the exam entails, to what the findings actually mean for you and the horse. 

• Find out what is involved in a pre-purchase examination and why they should be undertaken
• 2 stage or not 2 stage - what is the difference between a 2 stage and 5 stage vetting
• Why can horses fail PPEs? What the research says - findings from a recent research paper published by RVC Vets
• Learn about common radiographic findings and what they mean for the result of the examination
• Q&A with our speakers

Registration commences at 18:30 where refreshments will be available. Lecture time 19:00 - 21:00. Late-comers may be refused entry.

Delegates attending the lecture will get access to the recorded version. You will be emailed when it is available to view and will have two weeks to watch the webinar from date emailed.

Booking information
Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets must be purchased in advance and before midday on the day. Please note we cannot accept payment at the door. Delegates will be registered on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the cost of administration no refunds can be given.

Can’t attend? 

The lecture will be made available as a recording after the live event has taken place. Please email us on cpd@rvc.ac.uk to register your interest in a recorded version.

Other lectures in this series:
Wednesday 5th February - Equine dentistry - Getting to the root of the problem – what your vet can do - Andy Fiske-Jackson
Wednesday 2nd April - My horse isn’t quite right. When to work up and the diagnostic journey - Alex Hawkins
Wednesday 6th August - Intellect and incisions - interesting medical and surgical cases - Jenny Reed/Alex Hawkins
Wednesday 1st October - Laminitis - raising endocrine awareness, it's not just podgy ponies! - Nicola Menzies-Gow
Wednesday 3rd December - The equine MOT - Nicola Fossey