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Posted: 6th April 2023

ISFM to launch feline endocrinology course
Hyperthyroidism and diabetes mellitus are common in middle-aged and older cats.
The online course will be available from 26 April.

The International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) is launching a new online course on feline endocrinology for veterinary surgeons.

Written by Dr Sam Taylor, head of veterinary specialists at ISFM, the course uses examples from real cases to help veterinary surgeons practically apply endocrine theory in a clinical practice setting.

Endocrinopathies, especially hyperthyroidism and diabetes mellitus, are commonly seen in middle-aged and older cats. Although many of the cases a veterinary surgeon sees can be simple, some are difficult to diagnose and manage.

ISFM is the veterinary division of the charity International Cat Care, which exists to improve knowledge about cat health and welfare and increase the standard of treatment around the world.

Dr Taylor said: “We have used real cases and real test results and I have been honest about the limitations and challenges of treating some cases of diabetes mellitus and hyperthyroidism. The cases follow the twists and turns of real-life feline medicine cases, not just those that follow the textbook!

“In the course, we have all the theory you need, but I know I always remember things better when applied to a case rather than in a load of text. I hope we have covered the tricky and the straightforward of diabetes and hyperthyroidism, but in a holistic way, thinking about cat friendly interactions with the cats, comorbidities and things like adverse effects and complications – so really warts and all!”

The course will be available from 26 April 2023.



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