Upcoming Diagnosis & management of the limping dog and cat
Destin FL
| October 24th - 26th, 2025
Ross Palmer D.V.M., MS.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Professor of Orthopedics
Colorado State University
Michael Lappin D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Medicine
Colorado State University
Seminar Schedule:
| Registration: | Friday Oct. 24, 2025 | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Continental Breakfast: | Daily | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Lectures: | Friday Oct. 24 Saturday Oct. 25 Sunday Oct. 26 |
8:00 am – 1:30 pm 8:00 am – 1:30 pm 8:00 am – 1:00 pm |
Seminar Topics:
There are many conditions that can result in lameness in dogs and cats. Orthopedic, infectious, and immune-mediated causes exist and are all very common. In this lecture series, the perspectives of an orthopedic surgeon and an internist on this common problem will be presented. Drs. Palmer and Lappin shared part of their advanced training time at the University of Georgia in the 1980’s and now have worked together at Colorado State University on clinical service for over 10 years. Their rounds rooms are about 30 feet apart and so they commonly interact on clinical cases. Both speakers have also been in practice and so their approach to clinical medicine and surgery is very practical. Drs. Lappin and Palmer both have easy going styles and are very interactive. The lectures will be presented using a case based format and will include many video clips to emphasize clinical presentations and techniques.
The surgeons perspective:
- Orthopedic screening evaluation – detecting unrecognized ortho diseases
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How to improve your gait evaluation skills
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Art of the Orthopedic Exam
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Science of the Orthopedic Exam
- Clinical Case Discussion – The dreaded duo of OA and Obesity
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Is it shoulder or is it elbow?
- Clinical case challenges
The Internists perspective:
Polymyosititis
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What are the most common infectious causes?
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How do I differentiate infectious and immune mediated causes
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Can I diagnose Toxoplasma and Neospora with antibody titers?
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What are the optimal treatments for protozoal muscle diseases?
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What does of anti-inflammatory drugs should I use for immune mediated disease?
Polyarthritis
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How do I collect joint fluid?
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What tests should be performed on joint fluid?
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Are PCR panels for infectious agents worth the money?
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Does Bartonella really cause polyarthritis
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How can I prove ehrlichiosis, mycoplasmosis, anaplasmosis, borreliosis, and bartonellosis?
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Do cats get immune mediated polyarthritis?
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What are optimal primary therapies for infectious agents?
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What is the best dose of prednisone?
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In what order should I try “rescue” drugs for refractory immune mediated cases?
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Should I use the Borrelia vaccines?
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Which Borrelia vaccine is best?
Clinical Case Discussions – Surgeon vs. Internist
Seminar Speakers
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Ross Palmer, D.V.M., MS.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Professor of Orthopedics
Colorado State University
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Michael Lappin
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Medicine
Colorado State University
CE Hours
This seminar is AAVSB 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:
- Mandatory recorded attendance
- Submission of attendance to AAVSB RACEtrack program
- Complete seminar notes
- Approved for 16 CE hrs by the AAVSB Race program
Accommodations
Hilton Sandestin Beach Resort
Stay in paradise at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa. Discover the emerald green waters and sugar-white sand of the gulf as you enjoy the amenities of this award-winning Destin hotel. Located in the center of the Florida Panhandle, our hotel in Destin, FL features a wealth of resort activities such as golf, tennis, sailing, and watersports. Guests at this Destin resort hotel can stay active or choose a relaxing vacation on the beach.
Unwind in one of the most pristine beach resort hotel destinations in Florida. Stroll along miles of white sand beaches or bathe in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Experience the world-class spa facilities of Serenity by the Sea, or enjoy a swim in one of three hotel swimming pools. Bring your golf clubs; our beach resort also features four championship golf courses.
Price
Group room rates:
Spa/Beachview: $289.00 dbl/night plus taxes & resort fee
Spa/Emerald Lanai-poolside: $355.00 dbl/night plus taxes & resort fee
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Rates are based on single/double occupancy. There will be a $20.00 charge for each additional adult-subject to change
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Taxes:FL State sales tax: 7%. Walton County occ. tax: 4%- subject to change.
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Resort fee discounted to $25.00 per room per night (from $40.00)-
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Daily Secured Self-Parking
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Guest Access to Resort Wi-Fi
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Local and 800 Calls
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24-hour access to Resort Fitness Center
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Daily Yoga Classes at Serenity by the sea Spa
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Access to Sandestin Resort Activities (water vessel rentals, tennis, golf green fees and bicycle rentals)
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Children under age twelve (12) receive complimentary breakfast in Sandcastles Restaurant with paid adult
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Resort Tram Service
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Shuttle Service to Silver Sands Premium Outlets and The Shops of Grand Boulevard
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Exclusive shopping discount program for Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Grand Boulevard that is provided only for Hilton guests in the resort charge program
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Board and beach games upon availability
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- Valet parking – extra charge. $30.00 per night.
In order to confirm individual reservations, a first night’s room deposit will be taken at least 30 days prior to your arrival. Full refund of an individual room deposit will be forfeited unless cancellation is received 14 days prior to arrival. You will be charged for your entire stay if you cancel within 14 days of your scheduled arrival or are a no-show or depart early.
Area Attractions
Area Attractions
Area golf
Serenity Spa
Getting There
Airport
The resort is located close to the Northwest Florida Regional Airport serving Fort Walton & Destin. Then rent a car for the 30 minute drive to the resort.
Registration Fees:
Early Bird: $1095.00
Advanced: $1115.00
Regular: $1135.00
Special Pricing:
Veterinary technicians are welcome- there is an $80 seminar registration discount
Registration Includes:
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16 CE hours
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complete seminar notes
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submission of attendance to AAVSB RACEtrack program
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breakfast and breaks daily
Seminar Registration:
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Destin
October 24, 2025 - October 26, 2025
12:05 am - 8:05 pm
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?
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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 Destin, the easiest way to reserve your hotel room is to book online thru this link:
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Booking Link: click here.
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Please DO NOT use the form below. If you are having trouble booking your room thru the above link, please call our IVS Office at (800) IVS-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
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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.