How I manage common clinical problems
June 30 – July 7, 2023
Justine Lee D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary
Emergency & Critical Care
CMO- Vetgirl
Terri Bonenberger D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Dermatology
Southeast Veterinary Dermatology & Ear Clinic
Charleston, SC
Speakers & Topics
Dr. Lee:
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Common mistakes in the ER… and how to avoid them!
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Should you give steroids with trauma?
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Know what the real shock dose of fluid therapy is
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Why it’s wrong to get steroids with head trauma
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Top 20 toxic titans… and how to treat them
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Top 5 human medications affecting dogs and cats
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Rodenticide toxicosis in dogs and cats
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Common mistakes to avoid in the poisoned patient
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How to induce emesis in cats
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How to gastric lavage
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Knowing the indications and contraindications for activated charcoal
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Common emergency room procedures you must know!
Dr. Bonenberger:
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Pharmacotherapy for Canine Atopic Dermatitis- when to choose what
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What to do when Cytopoint and Apoquel stop working!
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Starting from Scratch: How to approach the itchy cat!
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Feline Non-Allergic Dermatology: 10 diseases that can fool
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Canine Recurrent Pyoderma: Challenges in the Era of methicillin-resistant Staph
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Dermatology Hotline: Practice Tips and Tricks, along with answers to your most common consult questions
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Otitis Media: Understanding the Causes and Improving patient outcome
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Top 10 Dermatology Emergencies: Do you know what to do?
Schedule
Schedule subject to change:
| Friday June 30 | Seattle | Depart: 4.00pm |
| Saturday July 1 | At Sea | |
| Seminars | 8:00am – 1:00pm | |
| Sunday July 2 | Ketchikan | Arrive: 7:00am Depart: 4:00pm |
| Monday July 3 | Endicott Arm | Arrive: 5:30am Depart: 10:00am |
| Juneau | Arrive: 1:30pm Depart: 10:00pm |
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| Tuesday, July 4 | Skagway | Arrive: 7:00am Depart: 6:00pm |
| Inside Passage | Arrive: 6:30pm Depart: 10:30pm |
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| Wednesday July 5 | At Sea | |
| Seminars | 8:00am – 1:00pm | |
| Thursday July 6 | Victoria | Arrive: 5:30pm Depart: 11.59pm |
| Seminars | 8:00am – 1:00pm | |
| Friday July 7 | Seattle | Arrive: 6:00am |
Accommodations
Experience a vacation like no other aboard Celebrity Solstice. Relax and enjoy unforgettable spaces, world-class amenities, and all of the distinct features that make our cruises so extraordinary. Enjoy all of the award-winning onboard experiences as we make our way to incredible destinations. Our stylish accommodations include Concierge Class staterooms and spa-inspired AquaClass® with exclusive clean cuisine dining at Blu. The Retreat® experience includes private restaurant dining and 24/7 lounge. Enjoy dining options that include distinctive restaurants with menus crafted by Michelin-starred chefs and the most awarded wine collection at sea. Play your favorite outdoor games, catch a concert, or just take in some sun at The Lawn Club. Invigorate your senses and discover an amazing level of soothing spa treatments at The Spa. Relax, rest, and recharge aboard Celebrity Solstice and we’ll take care of every detail, so all you have to do is enjoy your vacation.
If only life on land was as good as life on Celebrity Solstice.
Cabins:
Visit Celebrity Cruise’s staterooms
Suites:
Celebrity Cruises® suite accommodations set the standard for modern luxury. Unparalleled comfort and convenience come standard, as well as exceptional amenities and exclusive onboard experiences. From personal butler service to private restaurants and lounges, this is what it means to live The Suite Life.
Aqua:
When you stay in our signature AquaClass® staterooms, you’ll enjoy luxurious spa elements infused into the stateroom experience, savor clean cuisine with exclusive dining at Blu restaurant, and escape to the SEA Thermal Suite on our Celebrity Edge® Series ships or Persian Garden on our Celebrity Millennium® Series and our Celebrity Solstice® Series ships. Relax with AquaSpa® treatments arranged by your personal spa concierge and feel rejuvenated with wellness classes such as meditation and yoga.
Concierge Class:
Little details make a world of difference, and now our meticulously thought out Concierge Class staterooms are even better. Featuring new services, amenities, and exclusive events, step inside and discover a space that is so much more than a room—it’s an experience. As a Concierge Class guest, your team of dedicated professionals will take care of all your vacation needs. From Priority Check-In—when you’re greeted by your Concierge—to the moment you head back home, we’re there to assist you.
Verandas:
Ample indoor and outdoor space come together to create your private sanctuary at sea. Your personal veranda lets you greet the day, enjoy fresh sea breezes, and soak in breathtaking sunsets
Ocean view Staterooms:
Expansive views make Ocean View Staterooms on the Celebrity Sostice the ideal place to unwind at sea. These perfectly indulgent spaces come furnished with Celebrity’s eXhale™ bedding featuring a luxury Queen-sized mattress and everything else a modern traveler needs.
Inside Staterooms:
Your escape at sea, Inside Staterooms offer ample living space, including a sitting area and a flat screen TV. Each inside stateroom on board Celebrity Solstce includes world-class amenities.
Price:
Please note that to register for this seminar you must reserve your cabin thru our travel company. We request this as it allows us to provide you with quality, practical CE while you cruise to Alaska.
With the constantly changing pricing associated with cruising, please contact our office for the latest prices.
Here are some current examples based on two per room:
- Aqua class category A2 2444.98 per person
- Concierge class category C2 2027.98 per person
- Balcony class category V2 1998.98 per person
- Balcony class category V1 1970.98 per person
- Inside class category I1 1597.87 per person
Please call IVS for pricing & booking. (800) 487-5650
Terms
- What is not included:
Air transportation; transfers to and from the ship in Seattle; items of a personal nature, such as shore excursions, specialty restaurant fees, some beverages, photographs, medical services, seminar registration.
Bus transfers to and from the ship (connecting to and from Seattle International Airport) can also be purchased from Celebrity- just ask the IVS office.
Payment Schedule:$250 DEPOSIT PER PERSON AT TIME OF BOOKING. FINAL PAYMENT IS ON APRIL 3, 2023
CANCELLATION POLICY:
74-57 days prior to sailing- you will lose your deposit of $250.00 per person
56-29 days prior to sailing – you will lose 50% of cruise fare
28-15 days prior to sailing – you will lose 75% of cruise fare
14- 0 days prior to sailing- there is no refund.
We recommend Travel insurance which can be purchase through our office.
Things To Do
Shore excursions
Make your cruise even more personal by purchasing Shore and Land Excursions. In order to reserve excursions online, make sure you have made at least one payment towards your cruise. Please call 1-800-487-5650 for your reservation number
The Ship
Cruise itinerary- subject to change
JUNE 30 SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 4:00pm
JULY 1 AT SEA
JULY 2 KETCHIKAN, ALASKA 7:00a – 4:00p
JULY 3 ENDICOTT ARM FJORD 5:30a – 10:00a
JULY 3 JUNEAU, ALASKA 1:30p – 10:00p
JULY 4 SKAGWAY, ALASKA 7:00a – 6:00p
JULY 4 ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE 6:30P – 10:30P
JULY 5 AT SEA
JULY 6 VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA 5:30p -11:59p
JULY 7 SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 6:00a
Need To Know
Registration
Online registration is easy and fast. But please confirm your hotel reservations prior to completing your registration or booking flights. Many Hotels are selling out many months ahead of our seminars. If you need to book a hotel room, click the link to the online hotel registration page. If none is available for your selected seminar, please fill out our hotel request form or contact our office at 800-487-5650. Please note that hotel rooms are not confirmed until you receive confirmation from the hotel (if you booked online thru our group link) or from our office for hotels that do not offer the online link.
IVS is now required by AAVSB RACE to upload your completed attendance into their “RACEtrack” system. Your state of license and your license number are required for all seminars starting in January 2022. More information is available at https://www.aavsb.org/ce-
Early Bird: $975.00
Advanced: $995.00
Regular: $1015.00
We have closed the online method of seminar registration.
Please note that registration is open and there is room on the ship but to register you must reserve your cabin thru our travel company- please call 800-487-5650. We ask that you do this as it allows us to provide quality, practical CE on the cruise.
Veterinary technicians are welcome- there is an $80 seminar registration discount
For International Travel
Passport requirements for international travel
Please note that all passengers traveling by air to or from the United States will be required to hold a valid passport. This requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens, traveling to and from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean.
When planning international travel, please be sure that you are in possession of all required documents for both outbound and return flights. Remember to allow ample time for acquiring official travel documents.
For complete information on the U.S. Department of State’s New Travel Initiative Requirements, please visit travel.state.gov.
Pricing
74-57 days prior to sailing- you will lose your deposit of $250.00 per person
56-29 days prior to sailing – you will lose 50% of cruise fare
28-15 days prior to sailing – you will lose 75% of cruise fare
14- 0 days prior to sailing- there is no refund.
We recommend Travel insurance which can be purchase through our office.
Global Vet Community Meets CE Experiences
IVS trips are designed to meet your CE requirements while offering a break from traditional, conference-style learning. With focused half-day sessions, small-group learning, and destinations worth the journey, IVS creates close-knit communities where education feels both engaging and rewarding.
Earn Your CE Credits
IVS makes it easy — and worth the trip — to keep your CE hours current. Each trip includes 12–18 CE credit hours, along with access to a dedicated portal where certificates and trip details are easy to find when you need them.
Explore the World
Choose from 50+ destinations worldwide, including classic travel locations and Bio Bio adventure trips. No matter the setting, IVS seminars are structured to support focused learning in an environment that feels immersive — not overwhelming.
Connect With Your Community
IVS brings together veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and leading specialists in intentionally small groups. Designed for shared experience and meaningful discussion, these seminars foster professional connections that last well beyond your trip.
Get More from Every Trip
With points earned for every trip you attend, bonuses for referring friends, and a convenient user portal for tracking and seminar details, IVS makes earning your CE credits even more rewarding.
Postcards from Our Trips
From close to home to destinations abroad, hear what veterinary professionals are saying about their IVS experience.
The speakers were excellent, as were the accommodations. I love coming to IVS Seminars.”
I enjoyed this conference VERY much! The speakers were engaging and superb. I had a surgery day this past Tuesday and have implemented several of their pearls of knowledge!”
The trip was just perfect! My husband and I loved every minute.”
Thank you for a great conference! This was my first IVS experience, and it was great. … I’m hoping to arrange a trip for my vet school friends (11 of us total) in the future.”
I enjoyed the seminar. IVS [is] still the best CE in my opinion. Great venue also.”
Thank you for putting on a fantastic program in Cabo!”
Thank you. I always enjoy the CE experience IVS provides.”
Good to Know Before You Go
Registration is simple. Browse upcoming seminars using the search on our homepage, then click through to the seminar page and complete registration online. You will receive an email confirmation once your registration is complete, and a separate email confirming your payment. Please keep both for your records. You can also call our office at 1-800-487-5650 to register by phone.
IVS holds group space at each seminar venue and handles hotel bookings on your behalf. You can book accommodations at the same time as your seminar registration or separately — whichever you prefer.
On your selected seminar’s page, click the Accommodations tab and scroll down to the Book Accommodations button. Please note: if you need a room outside the standard seminar dates, availability will need to be confirmed with the hotel. Hotel bookings made through our site are not automatic and require some processing time. Once confirmed, you will receive a hotel confirmation letter from IVS by email. All hotels require a credit card to guarantee your booking, and cut-off dates apply — early registration is always advised. Our team is available at 1-800-487-5650, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm PST.
10% of the registration fee is non-refundable. If you cancel more than 30 days before the seminar start date, you may choose a refund of the remaining 90% or a Future Transfer Credit (FTC). If you cancel within 30 days, only a Future Transfer Credit is issued. The FTC can be applied to any future IVS seminar within 2 years of your cancellation date; it is forfeited if not used within that window. To cancel, you must contact our office and receive email confirmation of your cancellation before the seminar begins. Cancellations requested after the seminar has started, or without email confirmation on file, will forfeit the full registration fee. Please also note that cancellations will remove any Loyalty Program points earned from that registration.
IVS specializes in small group seminars — usually fewer than 80 people per seminar. Most veterinarians appreciate the smaller setting, as it allows for more interaction with speakers and other participants and gives everyone a chance to get their questions answered.
International Veterinary Seminars is an AAVSB RACE-approved provider of CE, which is accepted by all state boards throughout the US and Canada. We are provider #13 and are also an approved provider in New York State. Please contact your state board or our office with any questions. For more information, visit the AAVSB RACE program website.
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