Graham Munroe BVSc(Hons) PhD CertEO DESM DipECVS FRCVS

Graham graduated from Bristol with Honours 1979. He has spent nine years in equine practice in UK and New Zealand and held the position of Lecturer in Equine Surgery and Reproduction at Glasgow University. Graham gained his PhD on Neonatal Foal Ophthalmology and Fellowship by examination in equine ophthalmology. Graham set up a private equine consultancy practice in 1998 and consult in clinics in Scotland and Northern England, and occasionally in Europe.

Course Content

This course will concentrate on how to examine the equine eye thoroughly using equipment found in general practice. Particular emphasis will be placed on identifying the normal variations that are seen in various parts of the eye, particularly in the fundus and in relation to the pre purchase examination. The very important problems of corneal ulceration and uveitis will be discussed in detail. Simple surgical techniques and periorbital disease will finish off the course which will be very visual and interactive.

Key Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, delegates should be able to:

• Understand the approach to eye cases and how to examine a case properly using simple equipment

• Discuss the normal variations in appearance of the various parts of the eye

• Describe the differential diagnosis of common conditions of the eye such as ocular pain and discharge, blindness and periocular swelling

• Describe the management of common ocular conditions including the use of various therapeutic procedures