Dr. Alessandro Vetere
DVM, MSc, PhD, GPCert (ExAP), DECZM (Herpetology)
August 4–7, 2025 Shanghai, China
Course Overview
Go beyond the basics. Think like a specialist. Operate like a pro.
This 4-day intensive program, led by internationally recognized exotic pet expert Dr. Alessandro Vetere, is designed for veterinarians seeking to advance their clinical and surgical expertise in reptile medicine. Covering everything from husbandry and internal disease management to endoscopy and complex surgery, the course offers a structured, species-specific curriculum combined with practical training.
This course will give you the tools, insights, and hands-on experience needed to tackle complex reptile cases with confidence.
What You'll Learn
· Species-specific diagnosis and treatment strategies for reptiles
· Advanced gastrointestinal, reproductive, respiratory, and orthopedic care
· Imaging interpretation: ultrasound, radiography, and CT
· Reptile anesthesia, analgesia, and perioperative care
· Endoscopy and surgical techniques for real-life clinical situations
· Regenerative medicine applications: TLRP, stem cells, and laser therapy
Why Join This Course?
✔ International faculty with deep expertise in exotic and zoo animal care
✔ Focused hands-on training in anesthesia, imaging, and reptile surgery
✔ Small-group instruction with direct feedback and mentorship
✔ Case-based learning and simulation-based skill-building
Learning by Doing: Our Teaching Philosophy
· Wet labs and guided surgical exercises
· Realistic clinical scenarios with group discussion and feedback
· Integration of diagnostics, decision-making, and procedural execution
Curriculum
Day 1
● Husbandry, nutrition, and behavior (including inpatient care) of reptiles
● Diagnosis and treatment of digestive system diseases in reptiles
Day 2
● Reproduction and urogenital system diseases in reptiles
● Diagnosis and treatment of respiratory system diseases in reptiles
● Locomotor System in Reptiles: Common Orthopedic Surgery in Reptilian Traumatology
Day 3
● Regenerative Medicine in Reptiles—The use of TLRP, stem cells, and therapeutic lasers
● Imaging Interpretation in Reptiles: Ultrasound, X-ray, and CT
● Seminar on complex internal medicine cases in reptiles
● Anesthesia and analgesia in reptiles
● Endoscopy and surgery in reptiles
★Day 4 - Practical Operation:
● Anesthesia and analgesia in reptiles
● Ultrasound examination technique for reptiles
● Endoscopy and surgery in reptiles (Biological sampling, bronchoscopy for lung lavage)
Practical Operation:
● Common surgical techniques for reptiles (Carapace/plastron osteotomy, fracture repair, sterilization, and obstetrics)
Instructor
Dr. Alessandro Vetere
DVM, MSc, PhD, GPCert (ExAP),DECZM (Herpetology)
The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Milan
ESVPS GPCert certificate in exotic animal practice
Second-level Master's degree in Exotic Animals from the University of Parma, Italy
PhD at the University of Parma
Certified by the American College of Exotic Pet Medicine
ECZM European College of Zoological Medicine and joined its Examination Committee
Currently works as a researcher in the Department of Veterinary Science at the University of Parma
The executive board of the Italian SIVAE
Payment Method
· Bank Transfer (CNY / EURO / USD / HKD)
· Alipay
Course Fee
Three Sessions Combined Registration | 21000 CNY |
Exotic Program for Small Mammals | 8800 CNY |
Exotic Program for Avians | 8800 CNY |
Exotic Program for Reptiles | 8800 CNY |
Cancellation & Refund Policy
· More than 10 days before the course: 90% of the tuition will be refunded. Within 10 days before the course: Only 50% of the tuition will be refunded. Alternatively, your spot can be transferred to another participant.
· In case of course-related changes (e.g. rescheduling or venue change), a full refund can be requested. No additional compensation will be provided.
· Refunds are typically processed within one month. Thank you for your patience.
· If an invoice is required, please submit your request within 3 months after the course ends. Invoices must be issued within the same calendar year as the tuition payment. No refunds will be processed once an invoice has been issued.
