Courses Overview
Prof.Federico Fracassi
DVM, PhD, Dipl ECVIM-CA
Oct. 21-23, 2026 | Shanghai,China
Course Overview
Endocrine emergencies in dogs and cats can progress rapidly and require timely recognition, decisive intervention, and appropriate long-term management. This intensive 3-day course focuses on the most clinically relevant endocrine emergencies, combining current therapeutic principles with practical case-based discussions.
From diabetic ketoacidosis and hypoglycemia to Cushing’s syndrome, electrolyte disorders, Addisonian crisis, and hypocalcemia, participants will develop a structured approach to recognizing critical endocrine disorders and making confident clinical decisions.
Course Highlights
Diabetes & Glucose Emergencies — Pathophysiology, updated treatment strategies, DKA management, hypoglycemia, and long-term diabetes care.
Cushing’s Syndrome — HPA axis physiology, glucocorticoid use, diagnosis, complications, long-term therapy, and emergency management.
Electrolyte Disorders & Addison’s Disease — Practical management of sodium and potassium disorders, Addisonian crisis, and hypocalcemia.
Interactive Case Discussions — Apply clinical knowledge to real-world cases and strengthen emergency decision-making.
Curriculum
Day 1 - Emergency of Glucose Related Problems and Long-Term Management of Diabetes Mellitus
l Pathophysiology of Diabetes Mellitus in dogs and cats, therapeutic principles in 2026, and how to prevent critical complications
l Emergency management of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) with case discussions
l Monitoring and long-term management of diabetes mellitus
l Hypoglycemia: differential diagnosis, treatment and interactive discussion of clinical cases
Day 2 - Emergency and Long-Term Management of Cushing’s Syndrome
l The hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis: physiology and the clinical use of glucocorticoids in Veterinary Medicine
l Pathogenesis and diagnosis of Cushing’s syndrome, and identification of complications
l Long-term pharmacotherapy and monitoring for Cushing’s syndrome. What to do if an emergency occurs?
l Cushing’s syndrome: interactive discussion of clinical cases
Day 3 - Emergency and Long-Term Management of Electrolyte Disorders and Addison’s Disease
l Sodium and potassium disorders: frequently encountered endocrine emergencies: clinical case discussions (part 1)
l Sodium and potassium disorders: frequently encountered endocrine emergencies: clinical case discussions (part 2)
l Hypoadrenocorticism: diagnosis, recognition, emergency recognition and management of Addisonian crisis
l Diagnosis and management of hypocalcemia: a real emergency
Instructor
Prof.Federico Fracassi
DVM, PhD, Dipl ECVIM-CA
Dr. Fracassi graduated cum laude with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from the University of Bologna, Italy. In 2005, he defended his PhD thesis and subsequently completed a residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Zurich, Switzerland. He became a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine – Companion Animals (ECVIM-CA) in 2012. He is currently Associate Professor of Veterinary Internal Medicine at the University of Bologna.
Dr. Fracassi’s primary research focus is small animal endocrinology. He is the Director of the international second-level Master’s program in Canine and Feline Endocrinology and has organized the ESVE Summer School in Bologna every two years since 2016. His publication record includes more than 120 articles in peer-reviewed journals and 14 book chapters.
He serves as Editor of Veterinaria, a peer-reviewed journal, and as Associate Editor of the Journal of Small Animal Practice. In 2017, he co-edited Feline Endocrinology (translated into six languages) with Dr. Feldman and Dr. Peterson. In 2022, he edited Diagnostic and Therapeutic Algorithms in Internal Medicine for Dogs and Cats (translated into seven languages), and in 2024 he co-edited Canine Endocrinology with Dr. Sara Galac.
Dr. Fracassi has been invited as a speaker in 24 countries.
Payment Method
· Bank Transfer (CNY / EURO / USD / HKD)
· Alipay
Course Fee
Emergency and Long-Term Management of Critical Endocrine Diseases | 5,299 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.
