Radiography and Radiology 

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This course aims to refresh and enhance your knowledge and skills in radiography and radiology, a vital component of veterinary care. By completing this module, you will gain confidence in taking and reading radiographs, allowing you to effectively diagnose animals in your care.

Why should you do this module?

  • Advancements in technology.
  • Improved diagnostic efficiency.
  • Compliance and best practices.
  • Confidence boost.
  • Client communication.
  • Career growth.

Topics

  • Basic veterinary radiography
  • Interpretation of the general abdomen
  • Interpreting radiographs of the GI tract
  • The thoracic study
  • Genitourinary imaging
  • Acquired orthopaedic disease

Learning objectives

  • Understand your obligations under the Radiographic Safety and Code of Practice for Veterinary Radiation.
  • Understanding safety protocols and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Know the key principles required to obtain diagnostic radiographs.
  • Understand how to resolve issues that might arise during the imaging process, including those related to positioning.

Contributors

  • Angela Hartman BS DVM DACVR
  • Nicki Moffat DCR (London)
  • Mark Owen BVSc DipECVDI FANZCVS (Radiology) MRCVS
  • Rachel Pollard DVM PhD DACVR