Upcoming Eyes, ears & beyond
Newport RI
| September 28th - 30th, 2026
Catherine Outerbridge D.V.M.
Diplomate American College of Veterinary Dermatology
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Clinical Medicine
U.C. Davis
Joshua Seth Eaton V.M.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologist
Associate Clinical Professor, Comparative Ophthalmology
School of Veterinary Medicine
University of Wisconsin—Madison
Seminar Schedule:
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Registration: |
Monday Sept. 28, 2026 |
7:15 am – 8:00 am |
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Breakfast: |
Daily |
7:15 am – 8:00 am |
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Lectures: |
Monday Sept. 28 Tuesday Sept. 29 Wednesday Sept. 30 |
8:00 am – 1:30 pm 8:00 am – 1:30 pm 8:00 am – 1:00 pm |
Seminar Topics:
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Low Tech but High Value: The Power of Skin Cytology
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Using Clinical Clues to Help Differentiate Canine Allergies
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Apoquel or Cytopoint did not work now what to do… It’ s back to basics
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Topical Therapy in Allergic Dermatitis: What’s the Evidence It Really Works?
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Pseudomonas Otitis Externa
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Client Communications: “Perhaps I Wasn’t Clear!”
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Now for My Next Trick How to Manage Itchy Cats Without Corticosteroids
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Strange Cat Noses: Dorsal Muzzle Diseases in Cats
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Which organ system has the issue, is it the eyes, the skin, or both?
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Expand Your Ophthalmology Playbook: Winning Tactics for Ocular Assessment
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Corneal Ulcer Bootcamp: Two Hours to Confident Diagnosis and Treatment
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Ocular Medications Unpacked: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What’s New
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Pressure Points: Glaucoma Care in Dogs and Cats
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Flare Factor: Managing Uveitis from Diagnosis to Definitive Care
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Enucleation in 2026: Improving Outcomes Through Advanced Perioperative Care
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Eyelid Surgery Essentials: A Practitioner’s Guide to Precision and Success
Seminar Speakers
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Catherine Outerbridge D.V.M.
Diplomate American College of Veterinary Dermatology
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Clinical Dermatology
U.C. Davis
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Seth Eaton
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
Associate Clinical Professor, Comparative Ophthalmology
School of Veterinary Medicine
University of Wisconsin—Madison
CE Hours
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 AAVSB RACEtrack
- Complete seminar notes
Accommodations
Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
Placed amid the historic downtown district, the Newport Marriott offers scenic luxury along the shimmering Rhode Island waterfront. Discover Newport’s most celebrated attractions including Fort Adams, Naval Station Newport, Belle Mer, Cliff Walk and Thames Street. Ignite your senses with flavorful American fare, draft beers, fine wines and innovative cocktails in MainSail and Skiff Bar both enhanced by breathtaking water views. Our expansive, nautical-themed hotel accommodations are generously appointed with luxurious amenities and spa-like bathrooms with waterfall showers. After a satisfying day of business, sightseeing or fun at the beach in Newport, RI, treat yourself to a massage, beauty treatment or wellness therapy at our full-service hotel spa or try a workout in Studio Fit. When you stay at the Newport Marriott, you’ll discover a luxury haven along the downtown waterfront.
Rooms
Our thoughtfully designed rooms welcome you to your waterfront stay, with locally inspired art and luxurious, comfortable beds.
Price:
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Group Room rate: $409.00 single or dbl/night plus tax
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Hotel’s room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes (currently occupancy tax of 13%) and a tourism assessment of $1.50 per room, per night) in effect at the time of check-out.
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VALET PARKING (hotel) $40.00/day (subject to change). Available for hotel guests
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SELF-PARKING (Newport Gateway Center) – for day visitors
Terms
Cancellations: No penalty if you cancel at least 7 days prior to your scheduled arrival. You will be charged for your complete stay if you cancel within 7 days of your scheduled arrival. There are also penalties for early departures.
Please contact our office at 800-487-5650 if you need to cancel or change your reservation.
Area Attractions
The Spa at the Newport Marriott
Balance the mind, body and spirit with a full menu of therapeutic spa amenities, including massage, beauty and wellness treatments, just steps from your hotel room. Our resort spa is located at the side entrance of Newport Marriott in RI at 77 Long Wharf.
Hours: Mon-Sun: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Appointment is Required. Phone: +1 401-848-6983
Local attractions in Newport
Getting There
Where is the Newport Marriott?
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 seminar notes
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submission of attendance to AAVSB RACEtrack program
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breakfast and breaks daily
Seminar Registration:
Add to Calendar
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Newport RI
September 28, 2026 - September 30, 2026
12:05 am - 4:00 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?
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 Newport, the easiest way to reserve your hotel room is to book online through this link:
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Booking Link: click here
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Please assist us and try this link rather than using the form below as we are hoping to transition to online hotel registration for all locations in the future.
Please only use the hotel request form below, if you are having problems with reserving your room through the online hotel registration link. 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.