Courses Overview
Master Systematic Course For Cardiology
Prof. Paolo Ciaramella
Full Professor
Dr.Kieran Borgeat
BSc BVSc MVetMed CertVC FHEA FRCVS DipACVIM DipECVIM-CA
Dec.14-17, 2026 | Shanghai, China
Course Overview
The EAVSI Master Cardiology Course brings together the world's most respected names in veterinary cardiology to deliver an advanced, structured, and practice-driven training experience. Designed and led by Dr. Claudio Bussadori—a pioneer in the development of the ECVIM-CA system—this course is a unique opportunity to learn directly from the minds behind modern cardiovascular medicine.
What You'll Learn (in 7 modules)
· The course offers a deep dive into all major areas of small animal cardiology, including:Echocardiography (TTE & TEE)
· ECG interpretation and arrhythmia management
· Congenital and acquired heart diseases
· Cardiovascular pharmacology and therapeutic strategies
· Cardiac emergencies and interventional cardiology
· Case-based decision making and clinical reasoning
Why Join This Course?
✔ Train with global leaders
✔ Understand the standards and practices of international cardiology experts
✔ Build a robust, logical approach to cardiac diagnosis and treatment
✔ Elevate your professional value and clinical impact
A Truly International Curriculum
This course fosters not only clinical excellence but also global thinking. With input from specialists around the world, it gives participants the tools to thrive in any cardiovascular setting—whether pursuing further certification, advancing in referral practice, or contributing to the development of veterinary cardiology in their region.
Curriculum
Day 1 Theory and practice of electrocardiography and arrhythmology in veterinary patients
● Anatomy of the conduction system. Cardiac electrophysiology. Genesis of the electrocardiogram
● Formation and interpretation of electrocardiographic waves, Normal sinus rhythms and heart rate variability
● Chamber enlargement
● Pathogenesis and classification of arrhythmias
Day 2 Theory and practice of electrocardiography and arrhythmology in veterinary patients
● Bradyarrhythmias and conduction disturbances
● Electrocardiographic changes secondary to systemic disorders and drugs
★ Clinical Cases and Interactions
● Supraventricular tachycardias. Junctional rhythms
● Ventricular arrhythmias
★ Clinical Cases and Interactions
Day 3 Theory and practice of electrocardiography and arrhythmology in veterinary patients
★ Clinical Cases and Interactions
● Anti-arrhythmic drugs
Day 4 Theory and practice of electrocardiography and arrhythmology in veterinary patients
● Indications and procedural techniques for pacemaker implantations, and recommendations for postoperative checks
● Hemodynamic consequences of arrhythmias and related clinical signs
● Holter monitoring, telemetry and loop recording, indication technical and practical aspect, interpretation and reporting
Instructor
Prof.Paolo Ciaramella
Full Professor at the Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production (DMVPA) of the University of Naples Federico II
Clinical Area Coordinator and Head of the Internal Medicine Unit at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital of the Department of Veterinary Medicine - University of Naples Federico II
From 2019 to date, Coordinator of the Veterinary Medicine Degree program at the University Federico II in Naples.
From 2007 to date Director of the Advanced Course in Small Animal Cardiology at the University Federico II in Naples
From 2018 to date President of the Italian Society of Veterinary Clinicians (SiClimVet).
Author and Coauthors of several papers in internationally refereed journals related to diagnosis and therapy in veterinary cardiology.
Dr.Kieran Borgeat
BSc BVSc MVetMed CertVC FHEA FRCVS DipACVIM DipECVIM-CA (Cardiology)
Senior Cardiologist at Bristol Vet Specialists, UK
Program Director, ACVIM Residency Program, BVS
Chair of Cardiology Credentials Committee, ECVIM-CA
Prior Chair of ACVIM Cardiology Research Committee, JFMS Editorial Board, and Committee Member of Veterinary Cardiovascular Society, UK
Pioneer of novel interventional surgery in dogs, including transpulmonic stent angioplasty and transcatheter edge-to-edge repair
Lecturer and teacher on various cardiology topics, across USA, Europe, and Asia
Active clinical researcher over last 15-years in veterinary cardiology, author of several textbook chapters and lead author on Case Studies in Cardiothoracic Medicine (c)2021 Servet publishing, ISBN: 978-8418020414
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Veterinary Cardiology
Co-host and producer, The Animal Heartbeat podcast
Payment Method
· Bank Transfer (CNY / EURO / USD / HKD )
· Alipay
Course Fee
| Seven-module Combined Registration | 60,000 CNY |
| Module 1 Echocardiography | 11,000 CNY |
Module 2 Cardiovascular Embryology, Pathophysiology and Basic Clinical Examination | 11,800 CNY |
| Module 3 Congenital Heart Diseases | 11,800 CNY |
Module 4 Electrophysiology | 9,900 CNY |
Module 5 Complex Congenital Heart Diseases | 10,800 CNY |
Module 6 Acquired Heart Diseases and Heart Failure | 10,800 CNY |
Module 7 Cardiovascular Emergency and Critical Care Medicine | 10,800 CNY |
Cancellation & Refund Policy
· More than 10 days before the course: 90% of the tuition will be refunded. Within 10 days before the course: Only 50% of the tuition will be refunded. Alternatively, your spot can be transferred to another participant.
· In case of course-related changes (e.g. rescheduling or venue change), a full refund can be requested. No additional compensation will be provided.
· Refunds are typically processed within one month. Thank you for your patience.
· If an invoice is required, please submit your request within 3 months after the course ends. Invoices must be issued within the same calendar year as the tuition payment. No refunds will be processed once an invoice has been issued.
