Upcoming Clinical management of urinary disorders in dogs and cats: It is as easy as peeing in bed!
Savannah in the fall
| November 7th - 9th, 2025
Jessica Quimby D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Medicine
The Ohio State University
Michael Lappin D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Medicine
Colorado State University
Catriona MacPhail D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Professor of Surgery
Colorado State University
International Veterinary Seminars is excited to announce this new course and welcome Dr. Jessica Quimby to the IVS team! Dr. Quimby is an internist on faculty at the Ohio State University and loves all things urinary! Dr. Quimby is on the scientific board of the International Renal Interest Society and has published many instrumental papers on urinary diseases in cats and dogs. One great clinical example is her work with mirtazapine, ultimately bringing it to market in cats. IVS is bringing the team back together again! Dr. Quimby completed her residency and PhD at Colorado State University (CSU) and worked closely with both Drs. Lappin and MacPhail during her training programs. Dr. Lappin is an internist at CSU and continues to study infectious diseases, stress associated illness in cats, and incontinence in dogs. He is a member of the International Society for Companion Animal Infectious Disease guidelines committee and looks forward to providing updates from that group on the diagnosis and treatment of urinary infections. He also performs urodynamic procedures for the hospital and looks forward to sharing practical ways to diagnose and medically manage urinary incontinence in dogs. Dr. MacPhail is a general surgeon at CSU and has enjoyed providing the surgical management of urinary tract diseases of both dogs and cats for many years on faculty. The 3 speakers will also be debating some of the classic issues in urinary tract diseases including the appropriate use of subcutaneous ureteral bypass catheters. Drs. Lappin and Quimby will interact on parts of the CKD and FIC/Stress lectures.
Seminar Schedule:
| Seminar registration | Friday Nov. 7, 2025 | 7:15am – 8:00am |
| Seminar schedule |
Friday Nov. 7 |
8:00am – 1:30pm |
| Breakfast | Daily | 7:15am – 8:00am |
Seminar Topics:
Dr. Quimby
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Updates on Management of Feline CKD
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Approach to Protein-Losing Nephropathy
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Nutrition in Feline CKD: Focus on calories and Calcium
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Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Ureteral Obstruction
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Frustrations with Feline Idiopathic Cystitis
Dr. Lappin
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Update on the management of urinary tract infections in dogs and cats
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Overview and update of the ISCAID guidelines
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Update on leptospirosis
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Update on brucellosis and Q fever
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Management of urinary incontinence in dogs
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Vaccine associated CKD in cats; does it exist?
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Non-pharmaceutical management of stress in cats
Dr. MacPhail
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When a simple cystotomy may not be so simple
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Surgical options for urinary incontinence
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Current thoughts on feline perineal urethrostomy
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Urinary trauma
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Episioplasty (or is it vulvoplasty?)
Seminar Speakers
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Jessica Quimby D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor, Small Animal Internal Medicine
The Ohio State University
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Michael Lappin
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Medicine
Colorado State University
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Catriona MacPhail D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Professor of Surgery
Colorado State University
CE Hours
This seminar is RACE approved for 16 CE hrs.
This program has been submitted for 16 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions, which recognize AAVSB’s RACE approval; however, participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and /or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call IVS at 800-487-5650 for further information.
IVS complies with the following guidelines:
- Speakers are recognized specialists
- Mandatory recorded attendance
- Submission of attendance to AAVBS RACEtrack program
Accommodations
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Rooms
At Hyatt Regency Savannah, you’ll enjoy our newly restyled rooms designed with historic architectural elements and a modern twist to immerse you in the artistic personality of Savannah. Relax and sleep soundly on our signature Hyatt Grand Bed™, pamper yourself with Pharmacopia bath products in our transformed guest bath, stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access and enjoy your favorite music with an iHome stereo with iPod® docking station.
Price:
Group Room rate for run of house room: $289.00 dbl/night plus taxes
- Rate above is subject to applicable state & local taxes, currently 15%
- City occupancy fee is currently $1 per night
- Georgia Hotel/Motel fee in the amount of $5.00 per night, per room
- $25.00 per night for each additional adult over two adults per room
- Parking: Valet only, $38.00 per day and is subject to change without notice
- Self Parking is off-site in the Whitaker Street Garage
- Free wifi in all rooms.
Elective fee: There is a daily destination fee of $25 (subject to change) that can be applied during your stay in downtown Savannah to provide the following services and amenities, which enhance the guest experience. Please contact the hotel directly at check in.
- $3 discount for Prohibition Museum tickets purchased at Hyatt Regency Savannah Concierge
- Credit in the pantry
- Complimentary batch cocktail/mocktail upon arrival
- Complimentary appetizer for two guests with reservation in Moss + Oak for lunch or dinner
- Complimentary drip coffee in the Lobby 8–10 a.m.
- Daily 12-ounce local draft or 6-ounce wine tasting in Moss + Oak
- Two complimentary bottles of water
- $10 per person discount on Savannah Port Tour
- 10% discount with Southern Christmas
Terms
Check-In: 4:00pm; Check-Out: 11:00am
Cancellations: A two night cancellation charge will be made to your credit card if you cancel within 7 days of your scheduled arrival. You will be charged for the complete scheduled stay if you cancel within 3 days of your scheduled arrival or are a no-show or depart early.
Area Attractions
Welcome to Savannah, the Hostess City of the South. Named by Conde’ Nast Traveler as one of the top 10 U.S. cities to visit, Savannah offers an enchanting stroll back in time and an invitation to uncover its hidden charms. Bits and pieces of Savannah’s rich, colorful history adorn virtually every corner of the downtown area. The stately mansions, moss-draped oaks, and massive churches give the city a unique flavor found nowhere else in the world. Savannah’s Historic District is a 2.5-mile walking district full of bistros, quaint shops, green squares and grand architecture. Savannah boasts one of the largest National Landmark Historic Districts in the United States, featuring historically significant buildings, including examples of Federal, Italianate and Victorian architecture.Savannah’s 22 squares form the heart and soul of the historic district and are considered to be the city’s precious jewels. General James Oglethorpe, Savannah’s founding father, vision of southern hospitality and a genteel way of life is still alive in the faces of those who call Savannah home.
Getting There
Savannah GA airport is approx a 20 minute drive from downtown Savannah.
Location Transportation Information
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Parking: Valet only, $38.00 per day ($21 for 4-8 hours )and is subject to change without notice
- Self Parking is off-site in the Whitaker Street Garage
IVS Travel Group Info
Please contact our office at 800-487-5650 for travel arrangements or questions.
Registration Fees:
Early Bird: $1195.00
Advanced: $1215.00
Regular: $1235.00
Special Pricing:
Veterinary Technicians receive an $80 discount using promo code “techsaver”. Enter the code during checkout in the submit promotion code box.
Registration Includes:
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16 CE hours
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Complete notes
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Submission of attendance to AAVBS RACEtrack program
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Breakfast and breaks daily
Seminar Registration:
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Savannah in the fall
November 7, 2025 - November 9, 2025
12:15 am - 5:00 pm Savannah in the fall
Register online
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-
Questions?
For regular seminars: ivseminars@yahoo.com
Passport Information
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.
Accommodation Registration
Please note:
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For The Hyatt Regency Savannah, the easiest way to reserve your hotel room is to go online:
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Online booking Link: Click here- coming soon.
- Any problems: please call our office at 800-487-5650
Please only use the hotel request form below, if you are having problems with reserving your room thru the online hotel registration link and are not able to contact our office at 800-487-5650. This form is sent to our office and it will take up to 1 week for our office to receive confirmation from the hotel and then send out a confirmation to you.
Hotel Request Form:* Required Fields
Please note: At this time, we are not able to accept credit card details online. As all hotels require a valid credit card to guarantee your room, after submitting the hotel request form, please call our office at 1 (800) 487-5650 to provide the card number.
Questions?
Please call the IVS travel group at 1 (800) 487-5650 for assistance.
Passport Information
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.