We understand the frustrations involved when a horse’s ability to perform at expected levels is impaired. Our experienced clinicians can systematically assess the potential causes and advise on treatment.
Lameness is one of the most common causes of poor performance and time off work. Varying severities of lameness are common in all types of horse, ranging from obvious at walk, through to much more subtle signs. The priority in all cases is to identify and treat the underlying cause. Horses and ponies referred to NEH will undergo a thorough clinical evaluation including observation at the walk and trot, lunged on both soft and hard surfaces and, when appropriate, a ridden assessment. In some cases, these procedures will be sufficient to determine the source of lameness. However, many others will require further in-depth investigations such as nerve blocks to reveal this. Once the site of lameness has been localised, diagnostic imaging techniques such as radiography, ultrasound and MRI scanning are used to characterise the cause of lameness fully.
There are many other causes of poor performance in the horse in addition to lameness. Reduced levels of performance may be caused by one, or a combination of problems. Musculoskeletal pain (other than those causing lameness) are common contributors, but other body systems may equally be involved, such as the respiratory, cardiovascular or gastrointestinal systems. Some examples include breathing difficulties, cardiac arrhythmias and gastric ulcers to name just a few.
Our consultants have a wealth of expertise and clinical experience, together with the most advanced diagnostic imaging equipment available. These include nuclear scintigraphy, digital radiography, ultrasonography, MRI, video endoscopy and overground endoscopy. When necessary, samples can be sent to our on-site laboratory, ensuring the provision of rapid and accurate results.
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Will returned to the Newmarket Equine Hospital on completion of his surgical residency to join the referrals team and specialise in equine surgery. In February 2014 Will successfully passed the qualifying examinations of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons, becoming a Diplomate of the college and gaining recognition as a European Specialist in Equine Surgery.
Will has published several papers in peer reviewed scientific journals and presented both nationally and internationally, on subjects including soft tissue injuries to the tarsocrural joint and sinus surgery.
Prior to embarking on his veterinary career Will was a keen event rider, unfortunately Will no longer competes but still finds time to ride.
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Gaynor graduated from the University of Bristol in 1998 and following an internship and experience in first opinion practice joined the referrals team headed by Ian Wright in 2002. She gained the RCVS Certificate in Equine Surgery (Orthopaedics) in 2007 and became a partner at Newmarket Equine Hospital in 2011. Following the European College latterly developing a large animal track residency in Diagnostic Imaging, Gaynor achieved Diplomate status in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging in 2019 and is a RCVS and EBVS recognised specialist in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging.
Our Practices
Our Practices
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Jeremy qualified as a vet in 1998 from Cambridge University having previously done a degree in Animal Science at Nottingham University.
He enjoys all aspects of equine practice, especially sport and leisure horse veterinary work and equine dentistry. He is normally accompanied by his trusty canine companion, Ricky (from Romania) while out on his visit rounds.
He is a keen polo player in his spare time and loves breeding and training young ponies.