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Limited to 65 attendees

6th annual 

Sunset at English Bay.Vancouver

June 20 - 21, 2008

 

 

Managing common feline problems

Michael Lappin D.VM., Ph.D., DACVIM

Professor of Medicine

Colorado State University

&

Deborah Greco D.V.M., Ph.D., DACVIM 

Senior Medical consultant

Nestle Purina Petcare

Tamara Grubb D.V.M., DACVA 

Assistant Professor

Washington State University

 

(AAVSB approved for 16 CE hrs by the AAVSB RACE program)

 

The rocks are perfect for sunbathing at Lighthouse ParkAttractions: 

Museums
Maritime Museum
Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver Museum

Parks
Alexandra Park
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Lynn Canyon Park
Queen Elizabeth Park
Stanley Park
Stanley Park - Brockton Point
Stanley Park - Second Beach
Stanley Park - Third Beach
Vanier Park

Views
The Lookout at Harbour Centre

Shopping
Gastown District
Granville Island
Robson Street
Yaletown

Architecture
Canada Place
Hotel Vancouver
Robson Square
Sylvia Hotel
Vancouver Public Library

Attractions
Capilano Suspension Bridge
Gastown Steam Clock
Harbour Cruises
IMAX at Canada Place
IMAX at Science World
Pacific Space Centre
Science World
Vancouver Aquarium

 

Venue:

The Westin Grand, VancouverWestin Grand Hotel

downtown Vancouver

433 Robson Street and Homer Street Vancouver ,   V6B 6L9 Canada

Group room rate: Superior one bedroom suite: CAN $259.00 dbl/night 

plus Provincial Sales tax (10%) & Federal GST (7%)- 

(the GST is refundable to non-residents)

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Please call 1-800-487-5650 to book your room at the group rate

The Westin Grand, Vancouver opened in April 1999 as an all-suite, full-service luxury hotel located at the crossroads of the city's downtown, Yaletown, and Gastown districts. On the doorstep of the finest in theatres, shopping, restaurants, nightclubs and bars, The Westin Grand offers guests all the comforts of home combined with all of the luxuries of fine hotel living. Work out in the fitness center overlooking the outdoor lap pool, then relax in the sauna. Afterwards, be sure to stop by Aria Restaurant and Lounge for West Coast fusion-style dining, or tapas and drinks.

      

Book early- summer is a popular time to visit this spectacular city!

 

  

Continuing education:

               

Managing common feline problems

Michael Lappin D.VM., Ph.D., DACVIM

Professor of Medicine

Colorado State University

&

Deborah Greco D.V.M., Ph.D., DACVIM 

Senior Medical consultant

Nestle Purina Petcare

Tamara Grubb D.V.M., DACVA 

Assistant Professor

Washington State University

 

This course will present the recent diagnostic and therapeutic breakthroughs for  the most common feline problems using a combination of didactic and case-based teaching. The majority of the problems will be presented in 30 minutes or less to maximize the material you take with you to your practice. Drs. Greco and Lappin are internationally recognized experts in feline diseases. Dr. Greco is one of the world's leading endocrinologists with special interest in feline diabetes.  Dr. Lappin is one of the world's leading authorities on infectious diseases and his research includes investigating the cause of many feline diseases. Dr. Grubb's areas of expertise include anesthesia and pain management.

 

This seminar has been designed to present the most current information on the diagnosis and treatment of the many common feline disorders seen in general practice. The main emphasis of the seminars will be to give you practical information that you can readily utilize in your practice- along with providing information on the current treatments being offered at the referral centers. 

 

Topics:

 

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The latest thoughts on management of the diabetic cat- this is all new information that will change the way you manage these patients!

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Oral hypoglycemics—Fact or fiction?

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Management of the brittle diabetic.

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How should I manage emergencies in diabetic cats

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Advances in insulin therapy: Getting the glucose curve you want.

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Do cats develop hyperadrenocorticism?

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Treatment of the recalcitrant hyperthyroid cat—I131? Tapazole? Surgery? Ipodate?

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How should I manage thyroid emergencies in cats (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, renal failure, thyroid storm, hypocalcemia)?

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How common is hypertension?

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How should I manage hypertension?

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How should I diagnose hypoadrenocorticism in cats?

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How should I manage hypoadrenocorticism in cats?

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Diagnosis and management of Haemobartonella felis infection  

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What is the new name for Haemobartonella felis?

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Did you know that there are now two Haemobartonella spp in cats!

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Is enrofloxacin effective for haemobartonellosis?  How many cats will go blind?

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Salmonella & Campylobacter                  

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Inflammatory bowel disease

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Tumors including lymphoma

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Large bowel diarrhea

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Empirical treatment of gastrointestinal diseases (Giardia, Cryptosporidium, parasites, 

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How can I avoid doxycycline esophageal strictures?

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Two different ehrlichias were just found in cats in the United States !  Learn the optimal diagnostic and  therapeutic plan!

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Learn Dr. Lappin’s favorite 10 antibiotics and learn how he uses them empirically while finishing the diagnostic workup.

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Is there anything new in the diagnosis of FeLV or FIV infected cats?

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Should I use antiviral drugs in FeLV or FIV infection

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What about the FIP vaccine?

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Fibrosarcomas- current thoughts

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Developing a vaccination plan for catteries

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Should I use Giardia vaccine?

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Should I use Bordetella vaccine

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Nasal disease  & nasopharyngeal polyps

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Calicivirus infections

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Empirical treatment of respiratory diseases  (URI, pneumonia, asthma)

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How to do transoral airway washing

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Removing inflammatory polps

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Pain management in the cat- what is available and what is coming

Using NSAID's in the cat

 

 

 

                  

 Seminar Schedule

(16 CE hours)

Registration

Friday     June 20                 7.30am - 8.00am

Seminars      

Friday & Saturday            8.00am - 5.00pm

                Lunch- included           12.30pm-1.30pm daily 

 

Registration fee: (16 AAVSB RACE approved CE hours)

IVS is an American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE approved provider of Continuing education- this seminar is approved for 16 CE Hrs.

Registration includes continental breakfast and lunch daily. Please advise if you need a special meal.

Earlybird       By May 20            US $615.00   

Regular                                     US $635.00

  • Complete seminar notes
  • Continental breakfast and lunch daily
  • Certificate of completion

Cancellation: 10 % processing fee prior to May 20. Transfer only, after May 20, 2008

Limited to 65 attendees

                        

CE credits

Approved by the AAVSB RACE program for 16 hrs.

IVS complies with the following guidelines:

  • Speakers are recognized specialists
  • Mandatory recorded attendance
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Complete seminar notes

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