|
52.
Equine Vets to
attend X-ray Seminar
|
14/08/2002 |
|
|
|
Leading
Australian equine veterinarians will converge on Sydney University on Sunday for
a Yearling Radiographic Seminar ahead of the introduction of a nationwide X-ray
repository system at Australia’s major yearling sales in 2003.
The seminar, organized by the Rural Industries Research and Development
Corporation (RIRDC) in conjunction with Aushorse and Magic Millions, features
internationally renowned equine veterinarians.
Keynote speaker is Dr Jim Morehead, who has been resident veterinarian at Three
Chimney’s Farm in Kentucky since 1999 and is acknowledged as an authority on
radiographs in yearlings.
He will outline to an estimated 170 participants how the repository system works
at Keeneland in Kentucky.
Dr Morehead will also speak on the significance of lesions seen on radiographs
to racetrack performance.
Aushorse director John Kelly, who is chairman of the joint Aushorse –
Thoroughbred Breeders’ Australia sub-committee on yearling X-rays, will
provide a vendor perspective.
“The X-ray repository is not a guarantee on the future soundness of a horse.
It is more information for the buyer to make an informed decision before
purchase,” said Kelly.
“Vendors have to keep in mind the way we introduce the repository system is
going to have an enormous impact on the selling of thoroughbred horses, thus
impacting on the future of all breeders,” he said.
“Obviously, Keeneland has had a repository system in place for some years, and
we hope to benefit from the learning curve experienced there, minimizing any
negative effect on our market as a result of introducing a repository system.
“We applaud RIRDC and Magic Millions for supporting this important initiative
to help ensure Australia’s leading equine vets have access to the very latest
information, and the opportunity to discuss issues in a national forum,” said
Kelly.
Randwick Equine Centre surgeon Dr Jonathan Lumsden will provide a
veterinarians’ perspective and Dr Alistair MacLean will speak on the topic of
X-raying yearlings for Hong Kong.
From 1985 to 1990, Dr Morehead was with Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital of
Lexington, and since 1990 has owned Equine Medical Associates PSC in Lexington.
He is a member of the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association, the Farm
Managers' Club, the American Association of Equine Practitioners, and the
Kentucky Association of Equine Practitioners.
Aushorse and Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association members, other breeders and
their veterinarians as well as many leading purchasers are also expected to
attend the seminar.
By: Mark Smith
|
