Emergency medicine and surgery
February 26–28, 2024
Tim Hackett D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary
Emergency & Critical Care
Professor of Emergency & Critical Care
Chair, Dept. of Clinical Sciences
Cornell University
Howard Seim III D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Professor of Surgery
Colorado State University
Speakers & Topics
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Managing the patient in shock
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Common cardiac arrhythmias in critical patients
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Perioperative critical care
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Vascular access techniques
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Anesthesia for the critical patient
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Treatment issues for the Hemorrhaging Trauma Patient
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Practical transfusion medicine
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Canine respiratory emergencies
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Feline respiratory emergencies
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Surgical Management of GDV
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Feeding Tube Placement
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Principles of GI Surgery
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GI Surgery Cases
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Surgical Repair of Diaphragmatic Hernia
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Chest Drain Placement
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Surgical Management of Canine Calculi/Canine Urethral Surgery
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Surgical Management of penetrating abdominal trauma
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Surgical Management of Uroabdomen
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Managing the patient in shock
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Common cardiac arrhythmias in critical patients
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Perioperative critical care
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Vascular access techniques
-
Anesthesia for the critical patient
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Treatment issues for the Hemorrhaging Trauma Patient
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Practical transfusion medicine
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Canine respiratory emergencies
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Feline respiratory emergencies
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Surgical Management of GDV
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Feeding Tube Placement
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Principles of GI Surgery
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GI Surgery Cases
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Surgical Repair of Diaphragmatic Hernia
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Chest Drain Placement
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Surgical Management of Canine Calculi/Canine Urethral Surgery
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Surgical Management of penetrating abdominal trauma
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Surgical Management of Uroabdomen
Schedule
| Registration | Monday Feb 26, 2024 | 7:00 am – 7.30 am |
| Breakfast | Daily | 7:00am – 7.30 am |
| Lectures | Monday Feb. 26 | 7.30 am – 10:00 am |
| Tuesday Feb. 27 | 4.30pm – 7.00pm | |
| Wednesday Feb. 28 | 7.30 am – 10:00 am | |
| 4.30pm – 7.00pm | ||
| 7.30 am – 1.30 pm |
Accommodations
Retreat to a Ski-In/Ski-Out Resort in Telluride’s Mountain Village
Located a short walk from the Telluride—Mountain Village Gondola, The Peaks Resort & Spa offers warm, welcoming hospitality, a wide selection of comfortable rooms, suites & penthouses, an unmatched collection of onsite amenities, and a convenient ski-in/ski-out location.
The full experience at The Peaks Resort includes the ALTEZZA Restaurant, ski valet, fitness center with numerous classes and state-of-the-art equipment, indoor/outdoor pool and lap pool, full-service Spa and salon, as well as spectacular views of the surrounding San Juan Mountains.
Hotel Location
- Slopeside at the Telluride Mountain Resort
Hotel Amenities
Peaks Resort Amenities
- Ski-in/Ski-out
- On site restaurant, ALTEZZA , for breakfast, lunch & dinner
- On site coffee shop/cafe, the Bean Cafe
- Full-service Spa and salon
- State-of-the-Art Fitness Center
- Daily Housekeeping
- 24 Hour Guest Services
- 24 Hour Security
- Valet Covered Parking
- Wireless Internet
- Ski Valet
- Complimentary in-room coffee, tea and bottled water
- In-room safe
- Dog-friendly rooms available for an additional fee
Choose from a tempting array of experiences, including traditional and innovative spa services, wellness programs and fitness and outdoor recreation surrounded by the pristine beauty of 14,000-foot Rocky Mountain peaks. Find restoration, transformation and renewed energy while experiencing the luxuries of the 42,000-sq ft. sanctuary.
Room Configurations
Alpine Vista rooms: Picturesque views of Mountain Village, the rooms feature one king bed and a queen sleeper sofa or two king beds. (Bedding arrangement not guaranteed)
Sunset Vista rooms: Stunning views of the Rocky Mountains, the rooms feature one king bed and a queen sleeper sofa or two king beds. (Bedding arrangement not guaranteed)
Price
- Alpine Vista Room with one king bed: $469.00 per room, per night, plus taxes & fees.
- Alpine Vista Room with two king beds: $489.00 per room, per night, plus taxes & fees.
- Sunset Vista Room with one king bed: $499.00 per room, per night, plus taxes & fees.
*The above rate is based on single or double occupancy, for a max occupancy of to 2 adults and 2 children. There is an extra charge, per adult over 2, staying in the room.
Additional Fees & Taxes (subject to change without notice):
- The above rate is subject to state and local taxes, currently 12.65%
- Valet parking is available at a charge: $34.00 per car per night
Terms
Deposits:
A deposit equal to one (1) night’s stay including tax and service fees is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations:
Your deposit is fully refundable up to thirty (30) days prior to arrival. If your reservation is cancelled within thirty (30) days prior to arrival, or you are a no-show, a cancellation fee will be assessed equal to complete reservation.
Check-In: 4:00 pm Check-Out: 11:00 am
We strongly suggest purchasing trip insurance. If you would like us to give you a quote, please give us call. 800-487-5650
- Resort Fee is $25.00 per room per day and will apply to all guestrooms. This fee includes internet access throughout the rooms and public areas, ski valet (excluding gratuities) and ski/boot storage, in-room water and local/long distance/international telephone calls. This nightly Resort Fee also includes a daily membership to the Spa at The Peaks (normally $60 daily entry fee). This membership allows access to the locker room and all amenities, full use of the weight room and cardio room, access to the sauna, steam room, hot tubs, indoor lap pool and indoor/outdoor pool areas (excludes treatments and scheduled activities).
Things To Do
Visit Telluride Ski Resort
Visit the Telluride adventure center
Where to dine?
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: $1035.00
Advanced: $1055.00
Regular: $1075.00
Special Pricing:
- Veterinary Technicians receive an $80 discount using promo code “techsaver”. Enter the code during checkout in the submit promotion code box.
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
Deposits:
A deposit equal to one (1) night’s stay including tax and service fees is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations:
Your deposit is fully refundable up to thirty (30) days prior to arrival. If your reservation is cancelled within thirty (30) days prior to arrival, a cancellation fee will be assessed equal to the room rate, tax & service fee per night that is cancelled.
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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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