4-DAY IN PERSON
Lameness Program Workshop 2026
with Dr Sue Dyson MA Vet MB PhD
When: June 5, 6, 7, 8, 2026 | QLD, Australia
Become More Confident Diagnosing Equine Lameness
Join Dr Sue Dyson MA Vet MB PhD, one of the world’s leading authorities in equine lameness, for an intensive four-day hands-on clinical workshop designed specifically for equine veterinarians.
Through live horse examinations, diagnostic wetlabs, and advanced clinical case discussions, you will learn a systematic approach to diagnosing complex lameness cases.
Dates:
June 5th – Brisbane City
June 6th, 7th, & 8th – Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital
Location:
QLD, Australia
Only 22 veterinarians will be accepted. This incredible workshop offers an intimate learning environment ensuring individual attention, real clinical cases, ask questions without judgement and gain hands-on experience with expert tutors supporting you.
What You Will Be Able To Do After This Workshop
After four days of intensive training, you will leave with the confidence to:
See a horse move, and know exactly where the pain is without the stress of misdiagnosis.
Perform diagnostic anaesthesia to accurately localise lameness
Interpret lameness findings with a structured clinical approach
Select the most appropriate imaging techniques for each case
Avoid common mistakes that lead to misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments
Return to practice able to manage challenging lameness cases with confidence
Workshop Highlights
Over four intensive days you will:
Learn Advanced Clinical Reasoning in Lameness
Understand how subtle changes in gait, performance, and rider feedback can help you identify complex lameness problems.
Refine Your Diagnostic Imaging Skills
Improve your interpretation of radiographs and ultrasound images, with practical guidance on imaging techniques and common pitfalls.
Perform Diagnostic Analgesia with Confidence
Practice regional nerve blocks and joint injections in structured cadaver wet labs with expert supervision.
Work Through Real Clinical Cases
Participate in live horse case workups and group discussions designed to strengthen diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision-making.
Click the videos to hear directly from two graduates of the 2024 workshop
Why Attend?
Learn From One of the World’s Leading Experts in Equine Lameness
Dr Sue Dyson MA Vet MB PhD
Dr. Sue Dyson is internationally recognised for her work in equine orthopaedics and lameness diagnosis.
Her career includes:
Her workshops are known for combining practical clinical experience with structured diagnostic reasoning, giving veterinarians tools they can immediately apply in practice.
Practical Highlights
Participants will gain practical experience with:
Static Examination of the Horse
Interactive case discussions and comprehensive course notes
Dynamic Examination
Clinical Case Workups
Diagnostic Imaging
Diagnostic Analgesia
Secure Your Spot Today – Limited Availability
With just 22 spaces available, this small-group workshop provides a highly interactive learning experience. Get the judgment-free, hands-on correction you need to master complex cases.
These workshops are intentionally limited to a small number of veterinarians to maximise hands-on training so you’ll be able to see a horse move, and know exactly where the pain is without the stress of misdiagnosis.
As a valued member of our community, you are receiving priority access to register before the workshop opens to the wider public.
One time payment
$7,450 AUD
Excluding GST
2 monthly payments
$3,850 AUD
Excluding GST
Workshop Agenda
DAY ONE
Advanced Clinical Lectures
(Brisbane City)
The workshop begins with a full day of advanced lectures focusing on clinical reasoning and imaging interpretation.
Topics include:
The day concludes with panel discussions.
DAY TWO
Systematic Lameness Examination
(Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital)
This day focuses on performing a complete systematic lameness examination.
Participants will practice:
Case workups and diagnostic planning sessions will follow in the afternoon. The day concludes with group discussion.
DAY THREE
Diagnostic Imaging and Analgesia WetLabs
(Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital)
Participants rotate through small-group diagnostic stations including:
These sessions are designed to strengthen practical skills in diagnostic analgesia and imaging interpretation.
DAY FOUR
Advanced Case Workups
(Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital)
The final day focuses on clinical reasoning and real-world lameness investigations.
Participants will:
The workshop concludes with certificates, group photos and final case discussions.
Equine Lameness Workshop 2026 – Schedule
Format: 4 Days (1 Lecture Day + 3 Hands-On Days)
Day 1 – Brisbane City
Day 2, 3 & 4 – Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital
Day 1 – Advanced Clinical Lectures (RACE-approved for 5.5 credits)
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08:30 – 08:55 |
Registration and coffee |
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08:55 – 09:00 |
Welcome and workshop overview |
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09:00 – 09:45 |
Canter may reveal problems you miss at the trot – what to do next |
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09:45 – 10:30 |
Top tips for optimizing radiographs of the hock and image interpretation What matters and what doesn’t |
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10:30 – 10:55 |
Morning Tea |
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10:55 – 11:40 |
Where do you start when the rider’s problem is difficulty in turning in one direction? |
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11:40 – 12:25 |
Radiographic Interpretation of the Foot and Pastern: Common Findings and Misinterpretations |
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12:25 – 12:50 |
Panel Discussion and Audience Q&A |
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12:50 – 13:50 |
Lunch |
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13:50 – 14:35 |
‘My horse’s jumping performance has declined’ – where do you start? |
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14:35 – 15:05 |
Subclinical laminitis in performance horses |
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15:05 – 15:30 |
Afternoon Tea |
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15:30 – 16:15 |
Radiographic Interpretation of the Neck: What Practitioners Should Look For |
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16:15 – 16:35 |
Burst Session: Head Tossing – The Five Most Common Causes |
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16:35 – 16:55 |
Burst Session: Optimising Your Ultrasound Machine |
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16:55 – 17:15 |
Burst Session: Tripping and Stumbling – Common Causes |
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17:15 – 18:00 |
Panel Discussion and Audience Q&A |
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18:00 |
Close and Sponsors Dinner |
Day 2 – Systematic Lameness Examination of the Horse
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08:30 – 09:00 |
Welcome and orientation, tour of Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital |
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09:00 – 10:30 |
Session #1 – Static examination of the horse |
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10:30 – 11:00 |
Morning Tea |
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11:00 – 12:30 |
Session #2 – Dynamic examination of the horse |
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12:30 – 13:30 |
Lunch |
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13:30 – 15:00 |
Session #3 – Case workups |
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15:00 – 15:30 |
Afternoon Tea |
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15:30 – 16:30 |
Session #4 – Safe and Effective Regional and Intra-articular nerve blocks |
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16:30 – 17:00 |
Group discussion and wrap‑up |
Day 3 – Diagnostic Imaging and Analgesia WetLabs
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WetLab Stations |
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08:30 – 09:00 |
Introduction to practical rotations |
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09:00 – 10:30 |
Practical Rotation Block #1 |
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10:30 – 11:00 |
Morning Tea |
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11:00 – 12:30 |
Practical Rotation Block #2 |
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12:30 – 13:30 |
Lunch |
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13:30 – 15:00 |
Practical Rotation Block #3 |
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15:00 – 15:30 |
Afternoon Tea |
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15:30 – 17:00 |
Practical Rotation Block #4 |
Day 4 – Advanced Case Workups
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08:30 – 09:00 |
Welcome and case introduction |
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09:00 – 10:30 |
Live Horse Case Workups |
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10:30 – 11:00 |
Morning Tea |
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11:00 – 12:30 |
Continued Case Workups and Diagnostic Reasoning |
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12:30 – 13:00 |
Certificates and Group Photo |
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13:00 – 14:00 |
Lunch |
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14:00 – 15:00 |
Advanced Case Discussion and Clinical Decision-Making |
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15:00 |
Workshop Close |
Download a copy of the Equine Lameness Workshop 2026 schedule here.
Accommodation Options
Sebel Twin Waters Resort
📍 80 N Shore Rd, Twin Waters QLD 4564, Australia
🛏️ From $320 AUD per night.
For bookings, click here.
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
📍 270 Ocean Dr, Twin Waters QLD 4564, Australia
🛏️ From $220 AUD per night.
For bookings, click here
The closest airport to the venue is Sunshine Coast Airport. Delegates may also choose to fly into Brisbane Airport.
See website here – https://www.sunshinecoastairport.com.au/
For convenience and ease of access, we recommend that delegates arrange accommodation on the Sunshine Coast for the duration of the workshop.
Transfers between the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane for the lecture day may be arranged at cost, subject to availability.
Click the videos to hear directly from graduates of the 2024 workshop
22 Veterinarians
This first of its kind workshop in Australia has been intentionally limited to 22 veterinarians to ensure a high level of hands-on instruction.
Because of the small group size, this hands-on workshop with Dr. Sue Dyson in will fill quickly.
If you would like to participate, we recommend securing your place immediately.
Once the 22 places are filled, registration will close.
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