Embryo Transfer Courses

TRANSFERRING BOVINE EMBRYOS

A practical two-day training course.

Practical "hands-on" course
Course structure covers all aspects of embryo transfer, including ultrasound evaluation of recipients.
Direct transfer technique used.

TUTORS INCLUDE:

JOHN DAWSON MRCVS, BVMS, Cert CHP. Embryonics Ltd.

MARK BOLAND Embryonics Ltd

The driving force behind this course is the commercial availability of one-step-thaw bovine embryos. These can be put into cows relatively quickly without the need for expensive specialist equipment. This offers, therefore, a real opportunity for practicing cattle vets to become involved in embryo transfer without having to sacrifice everyday routine work or spend a fortune on equipment.

Two areas of new work are envisaged: firstly, implanting repeat-breeder dairy cows with cheaper one-step-thaw embryos; then, after pregnancies have been achieved, implanting pedigree embryos for farmers in your locality.

This new opportunity needs to be grasped firmly by cattle vets, before others do so. Topics covered during the two-day course will include:

Recipient management and examination, including ultrasound.
Embryo storage, handling & thawing demonstration
Epidurals, rectalling, implanting Demonstrations & practice on whole technique and heifer post-mortem tracts
Demonstration of foetal sexing
Repeat breeder treatment and results
Legislation and records
Synchronization and post-implant alternatives
Materials, costs and charges

BOVINE EMBRYO COLLECTION COURSE

Practical training course

Small groups for individual tuition
Practical "hands-on" course
Course structure includes all aspects of the collection of embryos, including evaluation of donors

This course has been organised to satisfy demand from practicing practitioners to learn the skills required to recover bovine embryos. The course will be the starting point; on returning to your practice environment, total back-up will be available for all aspects. Embryonics will supply equipment and embryological expertise. We can also be available to assist you when you flush your first cow.

Implanting Course - 17 - 18 September £595.00 per person + VAT / Flushing Course - 18 - 20 November 2008 £1495.00 per person + VAT. Please contact us for further information and a booking form.