Adrenal Gland Ultrasound Masterclass: A Structured Approach to Reliable Identification and Interpretation in Dogs and Cats

Course overview

This non-interactive masterclass is a recording of the original live RACE-approved webinar and includes the original audience Q&A session. A post-content quiz of 5+ questions will be added and participants must obtain 70% or higher to achieve credit. This practical veterinary ultrasound webinar masterclass focuses on improving clinician confidence and accuracy when imaging the adrenal glands in dogs and cats. Drawing on the presenter's background in education, this course introduces a structured, repeatable approach to adrenal imaging using the L.A.D.R. and R.A.D.R. protocols. These are frameworks specifically developed by the presenter to simplify adrenal localisation and reduce cognitive overload during scanning. These protocols are designed to be easy to remember, clinically applicable and immediately implementable in practice. Participants will learn how to reliably locate and assess adrenal glands using anatomical landmarks, alongside alternative techniques for challenging cases. The course covers adrenal anatomy, scanning techniques, normal ultrasonographic appearance, measurement guidelines, and interpretation of abnormal findings including adrenal enlargement, nodules, mineralisation and small glands. The program incorporates high-quality, professionally filmed ultrasound footage, including detailed visualisation of probe positioning and hand movements, to enhance practical understanding and replicate real-world scanning techniques. Designed for general practitioners and emergency clinicians, this webinar masterclass emphasises clinical application, troubleshooting and integration of ultrasound findings with patient history and laboratory data.