The Unusual Suspects: Exploring Uncommon Endocrine Disorders in Cats and Dogs

Fiona Adam
Fiona Adam
Vet Theory

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This one-day course with Fiona Adam will cover the more unusual endocrine disorders and how to make a secure diagnosis of these very rare conditions.

Monday 11th May 2026
The Imaging and Theory Lab - 14 Bowden Street, London, SE11 4DS
7 Hours CPD
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  • Description

    Hyperthyroid cats, diabetics and Cushingoid patients are common in small animal practice, but endocrinology extends far beyond these diseases. This theory day will focus on some of the more subtle or less commonly diagnosed endocrine disorders.

    We’ll explore unusual causes of polyuria and polydipsia, including the rarity of diabetes insipidus and other potential sources of these symptoms. We’ll also delve into incidental adrenal masses: where should you begin when a mass is identified on imaging? Together, we’ll review the literature and piece together a working plan for these masses.

    The course will also include updates in feline endocrinology, covering the diagnosis of idiopathic hypercalcaemia despite normal total calcium levels, and investigating underlying endocrinopathies in feline diabetes.

     Topics to be covered include:

    • Approach to hypercalcaemia with focus on canine primary hyperparathyroidism
    • Azotaemic, hypertensive cat; chronic kidney disease or Conn's syndrome?
    • Diabetes insipidus, psychogenic polydipsia or something else?
    • Where to start with the incidental adrenal mass 
    • Phaeochromocytomas; hiding from plain sight
    • Updates in feline endocrinology - acromegaly and idiopathic hypercalcaemia
  • Reviews

    Vet Theory Attendee

    Helen Ward

    Great course. Lecturer was really good! Food options fab. Support staff super friendly.
    Vet Theory Attendee

    Melanie Pond

    Fiona Adam was an excellent speaker. Venue easy to get to.

    Stella Coulson - Ash Tree Vets

    Without doubt the best online and in-person CPD available to the veterinary industry. They have exceptional clinicians running the courses and offer excellent value. The annual online CPD practice membership is absolutely fantastic. A brilliant team behind the scenes. I cannot recommend highly enough.

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