Courses Overview
Prof. Cristina Giordano
Head of the Veterinary Ophthalmology Service at the University of Turin.
March 10–11, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
CPD AVAILABLE
CPD Points: 35
Course Overview
Setting the Gold Standard in Clinical Practice
In-depth Training on Veterinary Ophthalmology: Learn core diagnostic techniques and advanced emergency management.
Hands-on Demonstrations: Practical experience with ophthalmic equipment including slit lamps, tonometers, and fundus cameras.
Key Topics Covered:
Diagnosis and management of corneal diseases, dry eye, and ocular trauma.
Advanced surgical skills for corneal resection and suturing.
Join us to expand your expertise in veterinary ophthalmology and enhance your clinical skills!
Curriculum
Day 1
Ocular Anatomy
Core Examination
● Fluorescein Staining: ulcer location
● Schirmer Tear Test:<15mm = suspected dry eye
● Penlight Exam: Check for pupil symmetry
● Tonometry: >25mmHg warrants caution
● How to look at the fundus
Emergency management of ocular trauma and acute glaucoma
Demonstration - Use of Ophthalmic Equipment & Basic Diagnostic Techniques
- Microscope
- Slit Lamp
- Fundus Camera
- Tonometer
Day 2
Corneal Disease Progression
● Epithelial Defect → Pain/squinting (like skin abrasion)
● Stromal Damage → Corneal opacity (like cracked glass)
● Descemetocele → Blue bulge (EMERGENT REFERRAL!)
Step Corneal Ulcer Protocol
● Superficial corneal ulcer
● Debridement
● Medical therapy
● Contraindications
Dry eye and related complications
Cornea Surgery
Demonstration - Demonstrating corneal resection and suturing
Instructor
Prof.Cristina Giordano
Head of the Veterinary Ophthalmology Service at the University of Turin.
Professor of Small Animal Surgery at the University of Turin, specializing in ophthalmology.
Director of Ophthalmology Education at the SCIVAC Advanced Veterinary School in Cremona.
Served as President of the Italian Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology from 2011 to 2015.
Since 2008, has been an ophthalmology consultant for multiple veterinary clinics in Turin.
Since 2007, has been a graduate mentor at the Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Turin.
Payment Method
· Bank Transfer (CNY / EURO / USD / HKD)
· Alipay
Course Fee
Clinical Practice Guidelines for Ophthalmic Diseases | 2000 RM |
