MINITUBE SEMINAR TCI- The ART of Transcervical Insemination

December 1, 2010
in Giessen, Germany
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:::::::::::: Venue:
MINITUBE SEMINAR
TCI - The ART of Transcervical Insemination:
This is a theoretical and practical seminar designed for the Veterinarian to learn and refine the art of Transcervical Insemination
(TCI). A personal teaching environment coupled with the latest endoscopic equipment makes this an essential course
for the development of the skills necessary to perform TCI in the veterinary practice. All delegates have the opportunity
to practice TCI individually on dogs in season. They return home with all the needed tips, tricks and skills to offer the
technology in their veterinary practice.
JUSTUS-LIEBIG UNIVERSITY, Giessen, Germany
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Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Clinics of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Andrology of
Large and Small Animals
Frankfurter Straße 106
35392 Gießen
Germany

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Dr. John Verstegen, DVM, MSc, PhD., DECAR, Director of Small Animal Reproduction, Minitube
A founding member of the European Society for Small Animal Reproduction and the European College for
Animal Reproduction, member of several scientific associations, and author of numerous publications.
Other Distinguished Lecturer:
Dr. Sandra Goericke-Pesch, Veterinary Specialist for breeding hygiene und biotechnology of
reproduction, University of Giessen
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Wednesday, December 1 (morning)
Theory
• Introduction of the TCI Seminar
• Indications and advantages/disadvantages of TCI versus
surgical insemination
• Presentation of the required equipment
• Equipment/instruments (scopes, camera, light
sources, insufflations, catheters)
• Equipment–cost analysis
• Sterilization/care of instruments
• Video demonstration of TCI technique
• Review of Breeding Management and AI timing with frozen or
deficient semen
:::::::::::: Seminar information
Date: December 1, 2010
Registration: 6 Veterinarians only. Limited space available
Costs: 1.200 Euro (excl. VAT) per person (lunch & beverages included in price)
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Wednesday, December 1 (afternoon)
Practical
• Small group participation
• Assembly and analysation of equipment
• Insemination under the guidance and supervision of
Dr. John Verstegen
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Discussions
• Use of sedation – advantages and pitfalls
• Insemination timing – single or multiple
• Costs, charges and profit
• Success rate
• Potential complications
To reserve your space call or email Ramona Lex at Minitüb Germany
Phone: +49 8709 9229 223 or lex@minitube.de