Online Mouse Catheterization Training

Learn the skills, techniques and procedure for performing microsurgery in mice, all online. 

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Overview

Conducting quality research involving catheterizations requires adherence to specific standards. We are committed to education and have assembled a complimentary library of resources to assist and enlighten you. Our free library offers the following presentations: 

  • Rodent Surgical Guidelines
  • Surgical Instruments for Mouse Catheterization
  • How to Achieve Optimal Patency Duration
  • Sterile Solutions and Catheter Maintenance

When you're ready to perform the procedure yourself for the first time, or wish to refresh on existing techniques, we offer a two hour live online course featuring an in-depth video and standard operating procedure. Each course includes the following:

  • Free samples: Five Vascular Access Buttons™, Five catheters, and flush solution ($275 value)
  • PDF downloads of all presentations
  • 90 days of full access to the course content, including a video of the procedure
  • Detailed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
  • Course Completion Certificate (course eligible for CEUs with ASR and AALAS)

Note: Enrollment fees and samples are per student. Contact us for group discount rates.

Free Video Library

A solid foundation is crucial for mastering any advanced skill, particularly rodent surgery. To maximize your online catheterization learning experience, we encourage all students to review the presentations listed below before starting their course.

Rodent Surgical Guidelines

From equipment and supplies to analgesia and anesthesia to recovery and post procedure care, this is where every microsurgeon should begin their learning. 

Surgical Instruments for Mouse Catheterization

Preparing for survival microsurgery involves numerous considerations. Beyond surgical skills, possessing the appropriate tools can be crucial in determining success or failure. Read this"Guide to Surgical Instruments for Rodent Catheterization" for a general overview, and review this presentation specific to instruments for mice.

Do you need surgical instruments of your own? In collaboration with Fine Science Tools we developed a Vascular Catheterization Surgical Pack for Mice 

How to Achieve Optimal Patency Duration

If you're performing survival catheterization surgeries, patency matters. There are five factors that influence patency, and this presentation succinctly walks you through each.

Sterile Solutions and Catheter Maintenance

What kind of flush solution to use? What about lock solutions? How often should you perform catheter maintenance? Whether it's a conflict of information or a lack thereof, this video gives you the tools needed to make informative decisions when it comes to what solutions to use and how to maintain the catheters.

Live Online Course

How to Perform the Catheterization Surgery

Students who sign up for our online learning program receive complete access to the course of their choice. Whether it's the jugular vein or carotid artery catheterization procedure, you'll acquire the knowledge necessary to independently perform a surgery in mice.

Course Agenda:

  • Introduction: 15 minutes
  • Overview and Discussion of Presentations: 30 minutes
  • How to Measure Catheter Insertion Length: 15 minutes
  • The Surgical Procedure with Video: 30 minutes
  • Questions and Answers: 30 minutes
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Upcoming Courses

Course

 Part Number Date Time (New York Timezone)
Mouse Jugular Vein TRSRG-V2HR-MJVC April 1, 2026 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Mouse Jugular Vein TRSRG-V2HR-MJVC May 6, 2026 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Mouse Jugular Vein TRSRG-V2HR-MJVC June 16, 2026 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
       
Mouse Carotid Artery TRSRG-V2HR-MCAC May 8, 2026 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

 

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Scholarships Available

Great research begins with great education. To assist those who face challenges securing the funding to learn rodent catheterization, we now offer scholarships to qualified candidates.

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Meet Your Instructor

Andrée Lapierre, BS, LATG, CMAR, SRS

andree-circleAndrée has over 30 years of experience in animal research with the past 25 years focused on rodents and surgical procedures. She worked at the Jackson Laboratory for 22 years managing the Surgical Services department for over 12 years and was an integral part of the surgical team for 21 years. She has extensive experience in training surgical procedures nationally and internationally since 2004. 

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