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From the ground up Equine Podiatry with Dr. Sammy Pitman
Join HoofFlix for a unique live webinar with Dr. Sammy L. Pittman, DVM, CF, APF, one of the leading voices in equine podiatry.
Date and time : Thu, 2 Oct 2025 20:00 – 22:00 BST:
Location : Online webinar : Tickets are only available through the Eventbrite Link attached below:
About the Speaker : Dr. Sammy Pitman DVM, CJF of Innovative equine services
Dr. Sammy L. Pittman grew up shoeing horses before pursuing veterinary medicine. Inspired by world-renowned podiatrist Dr. Ric Redden, he founded Innovative Equine Podiatry & Veterinary Services in Texas, one of the few clinics in the U.S. dedicated solely to equine podiatry. His work combines advanced diagnostics such as digital radiography and venography with therapeutic shoeing to manage some of the most challenging hoof conditions.
About this event
ground-up: A Conversation with Dr. Sammy L. Pittman, DVM
Welcome to ground-up, an online event where you can have a casual chat with Dr. Sammy L. Pittman, DVM. Join us for an insightful conversation about all things related to veterinary medicine and equine podiatr. Dr. Pittman will share his expertise and answer your burning questions. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned professional in the field. Mark your calendars and get ready for an engaging discussion!
Who Should Attend:
- Farriers (novice to advanced)
- Equine veterinarians and veterinary students
- Hoof care professionals & technicians
- Riders, trainers, and horse owners who want deeper understanding of hoof / lower-limb biomechanics
Why:
- To gain insight into advanced hoof assessment and treatment strategies not often taught in standard farriery or veterinary curriculum.
- To understand how to interpret radiographs & venograms in hoof pathology.
- To learn strategies for difficult hoof cases where “standard” trimming/shoeing has failed.
- To apply preventive measures in training, management, and hoof care to reduce risk of chronic disease.
Event Synopsis & Learning Outcomes
In this webinar, Dr. Pittman will discuss his professional journey, mentorships, and an array of complex cases drawn from his work in equine podiatry. By the end, attendees will leave with not just theory, but practical, applicable tools they can use in hoof assessment and therapeutic farriery.
Learning Outcomes: Attendees will be able to…
- Understand Dr. Pittman’s approach to hoof health.
- Identify key diagnostic tools (radiographs, venograms) and how to interpret specific measurements (bone angle, palmar angle, toe lever, etc.).
- Recognize signs of major hoof pathologies (laminitis/founder, navicular, club feet, high-low syndrome, etc.).
- Explain preventive strategies including trimming/shoeing modifications that relieve tendon load, improve vascular supply, and correct alignment.
- Formulate a plan for managing difficult hoof cases using advanced diagnostics, shoeing techniques, and foot care products.