Small Animal Ultrasound Series
This course provides lectures and hands-on laboratories for practitioners who wish to become more competent at abdominal ultrasonography in the small animal patient. It will provide a solid foundation in ultrasound physics, anatomy and a large number of case examples. In addition, this course allows hands-on experience for the practitioner.
The course offers 15 hours of North Carolina Continuing Veterinary Medical Education for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. This program also abides by the standards of the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) and is part of the Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) events for NC and out-of-state attendees. Full attendance is required to receive total CVME credit.
Questions? Contact [email protected].
Upcoming Course Dates
- January 10-11, 2026
- April 18-19, 2026
- June 13-14, 2026
- October 10-11, 2026
Sample Course Schedule
This schedule is preliminary and subject to change.
Saturday Schedule
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:30AM – 8:00AM | Check-In |
| 8:00AM – 8:50AM | Introduction to Ultrasound: Knobology, Application, and Techniques |
| 8:50AM – 9:00AM | Break |
| 9:00AM – 9:50AM | Organ Evaluation: Liver |
| 9:50AM – 10:00AM | Break |
| 10:00AM – 12:00PM | Lab – Basic Ultrasound Techniques: Liver and Spleen |
| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | Lunch (provided) |
| 1:00PM – 1:50PM | Organ Evaluation: Kidney and Urinary Bladder |
| 1:50PM – 2:00PM | Break |
| 2:00PM – 2:50PM | Organ Evaluation: Gastrointestinal Tract |
| 2:50PM – 3:00PM | Break |
| 3:00PM – 5:00PM | Lab – Kidneys, Urinary Bladder, and Gastrointestinal Tract |
Sunday Schedule
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8:00AM – 8:50AM | Organ Evaluation: Spleen and Pancreas |
| 8:50AM – 9:00AM | Break |
| 9:00AM – 9:50AM | Organ Evaluation: Small Parts (Adrenal Glands, Lymph Nodes, Prostate) |
| 9:50AM – 10:00AM | Break |
| 10:00AM – 12:00PM | Lab – Adrenal Glands, Pancreas, and Lymph Nodes |
| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | Lunch (provided) |
| 1:00PM – 1:50PM | Case Presentations |
| 1:50PM – 2:00PM | Break |
| 2:00PM – 4:00PM | Lab – Hands-on Overview of the Abdomen |
Animal sedation and monitoring performed by Dr. Bernie Hansen. Animals provided by the veterinary students at the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine. Laboratories have been reviewed and approved by the NC State University Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee.
Lodging
A block of rooms are available at the Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh located at 1520 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607 (directly next door to the NCSU CVM).
- January 2026: Arrival – January 09, Departure – January 11; Click here to reserve your room for the January course
- April 2026: Arrival – April 17, Departure – April 19; Click here to reserve your room for the April course
- June 2026: Arrival – June 12, Departure – June 14; Click here to reserve your room for the June course
- October 2026: Arrival – October 09, Departure – October 11; Click here to reserve your room for the October course
Cost and Registration
Fee: $1,450.00
The small animal ultrasound courses are two-day courses; one-day registrations are not available. The fee includes lunches and printed proceedings. Enrollment for each course is limited to 30 attendees, so early registration is recommended.
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds will be granted for cancellation notices received via e-mail up to four weeks prior to the course beginning. A refund minus a 25% administrative fee will be granted for cancellations received during the four weeks leading up to the course. No refunds will be granted after the course has begun.