Small Animal Radiology for Nurses – Taking your Best Radiographs (Ireland – 09/06/26)
IMV imaging Courses 2026
Learning has always been at the heart of IMV imaging. For three decades we have been running practical ‘hands-on’ ultrasound training courses and we are delighted to also offer radiography courses for vet nurses. We are committed to ensuring you can make the most of your equipment.
Small Animal Radiology for Nurses
Course Overview:
This one day course is open to all members of the veterinary nursing team, both Registered Veterinary Nurses and Student Veterinary nurses. It will be of benefit to anyone with an interest in radiography and whom want to improve their skills and knowledge in this area.
This course will provide the theoretical and practical tools to give participants the confidence to complete excellent radiographs covering both abdominal and thoracic studies along with MSK and joint approaches. It covers a systematic approach to understanding the physics of radiography, how to position correctly, and how to avoid the common pitfalls. During the session we will focus on practical tips and hints. This is a very interactive day full of lots of case discussion with quizzes and will allow you to ask our expert all the questions you have had about all things radiography related. This day has been thoroughly enjoyed by previous delegates.
We aim to meet at 9.30am for Tea/coffee and lectures will start at 10.00am. It includes a full 2 course lunch and course notes will be provided.
Topics Covered:
- Radiographic physics and understanding your equipment – what does KV and mAs mean, how to choose exposures and take a good radiograph
- Positioning and radiographic anatomy – top tips and how to maximise your time taking radiographs covering all body areas – thorax, abdomen and musculoskeletal radiography
- Exposures and artefacts – how to tell when the image is diagnostic, what to do or change when things are wrong, common pitfalls, mistakes and artefacts and how to avoid them
- Recognising Pathology – what does normal look like and how to pick up the abnormal including case studies
- Full interactive session on reading radiographs and how to get the best out of your skills
Equipment and Facilities: The day will be informal and relaxed with maximum time for hands-on learning. We aim to meet at 9.30am for Tea/coffee and lectures will start at 10.00am. 2 course lunch will be provided and course notes will be provided.
Location:
IMV Imaging,
Unit 2, Block 3,
City North Business Campus,
Gormanston,
Co.Meath, K32 ER81
Speaker: Mark Coia BVMS DipECVDI MRCVS RCVS and EBVS European Specialist in Diagnostic Imaging
CPD: 6 hours CPD. VCI CVE credits pending approval
Cost: £250 + VAT / €300 + VAT – Includes 2 course lunch and course notes
If you have any further questions, please contact fiona.mcfarland@imv-imaging.com / 0044 7760 908463