Coolmore Ireland Breeders' Handbook 2019

Fethard Equine Hospital

Fethard Equine hospital, situated adjacent to Coolmore, is one of the most modern and advanced equine hospitals in the world. The state- of-the-art facilities include three surgical suites, an intensive care facility featuring a neonatal critical care unit, as well as an advanced diagnostic imaging facility. Short keyhole joint surgery, standing fracture repair, mare reproductive and colic surgery are routine procedures undertaken here. Diagnostic tools include Digital X-ray, Endoscopy, Ultrasound examination and Arthroscopy in addition to a fully equipped diagnostic laboratory. The practice is also at the forefront of 3D imaging with the very latest in diagnostic CT technology. Four Board Certified Equine Surgeons, along with a Board Certified Internal Medicine Specialist are presently working in the hospital, assisted by six interns, six veterinary nurses, barn and administrative staff. There is 24-hour cover provided at the hospital with several vets and a nurse living on site to ensure the highest standard of veterinary care.

The CT scanner, which is the only one of its kind in the country, is capable of capturing high resolution 3D images while the horse is standing.

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