ExpiredIt’s all in their head- managing common clinical problems

Destin, FL

  |   October 20th - 22nd, 2023

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Kathryn Good Kohler D.V.M.

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
Professor – Clinical Ophthalmologist
U.C. Davis

Terry Marie Curtis D.V.M., M.S.

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Behaviorists
Clinical Behaviorist
Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences
College of Veterinary Medicine
Gainesville, FL

Kathy & Terry are going to discuss management of the most common problems that they encounter in their clinical practices. This course will present a practical approach to the diagnosis and management of these common problems using a combination of didactic and case-based teaching. This combination of an Ophthalmologist and Behaviorist is sure to provide you with some very practical tips on a broad range of topics.

 

Seminar Schedule:

Registration: Friday Oct. 20, 2023 7:15 am – 8:00 am
Continental Breakfast: Daily 7:15 am – 8:00 am
Lectures: Friday Oct. 20
Saturday Oct. 21
Sunday Oct. 22
8:00 am – 1:30 pm
8:00 am – 1:30 pm
8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Seminar Topics:

Practical ophthalmology topic

  • Corneal lacerations- what 2 questions must I ask and why?

  • Which ophthalmoscope should I use and how do I use it?

  • Feline conjunctivitis: can I treat it like canine conjunctivitis?

  • Feline herpesvirus: What anti-viral do I use?

  • Medical treatment for cataracts: what do I need to know?

  • How do I treat an infected ulcer?

  • What one prognostic test must I do with a ruptured eye?

  • KCS: What do I do when cyclosporine doesn’t work?

  • This superficial ulcer won’t heal! What do I do next?

  • Entropion: any options other than the Hotz-Celsus?

  • Cherry eye surgery: Why won’t this gland stay in place?

  • Lens luxations: what do I do before I send it to you?

  • What are my options for eyelid tumors in old dogs?

  • How do I make any sense of my fundus examination findings?

  • Golden retriever uveitis: What is it and why do I need to know about it?

  • Glaucoma: What do I really need to know?

  • Corneal melanosis: why does it happen and what can I do about it?

 

Practical behavior topics:

  • Language and Learning – It’s Everything                                                                                        

  • Behavioral Psychopharmacology – Which Medication to Use and Why                     

  • Human-Directed Canine Aggression: Why Dogs Bite People – Do You Think You Know?   

  • Inter-Dog Aggression: Why Dogs Fight- It’s Not Always What You Think                                             

  • House Soiling in Cats – Part I: Eliminating Outside of the Litter Box – Still The #1 Issue in Cats: WHY??            

  • House Soiling in Cats – Part II: Urine Marking – “Normal” Behavior That Drives US Crazy!                                                                                         

  • Departure/Separation/Kennel Anxiety: Why Dogs Panic When Left Alone  

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Seminar Speakers

  • Kathryn Good Koehler D.V.M. Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists Clinical Professor of Veterinary Ophthalmology U.C. Davis
  • Terry Marie Curtis Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Behaviorists Veterinary Clinical Behaviorist. St. Augustine, FL.

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

Hilton Sandestin Beach

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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 rooms are sold out. Please contact our office at 800-487-5650 for current availability

Group room rates:

Spa/Beachview: $279.00 dbl/night plus taxes & resort fee

Spa/Emerald Lanai-poolside: $329.00 dbl/night plus taxes & resort fee

  • Rates are based on single/double occupancy. There will be a $20.00 charge for each additional adult-subject to change
  • Taxes:FL State sales tax: 7%. Walton County occ. tax: 4%- subject to change.
  • Resort fee discounted to $15.00 per room per night (from $40.00)- Includes self-parking, upgraded wifi in each room, access to the fitness center & local & 800 calls.
  • Valet parking – extra charge. $25.00 per night.

 

Terms

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.

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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.

Resort directions

Registration Fees:

Early Bird: $995.00

Register by:  August 25, 2023

Advanced: $1015.00

Register by:  September 22, 2023

Regular: $1035.00

Register after:  September 22, 2023

Special Pricing:

Veterinary technicians are welcome- there is an $80 seminar registration discount

Registration Includes:

  • 16 CE hours

  • complete seminar notes

  • submission of attendance to AAVSB RACEtrack program

  • breakfast and breaks daily

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  • Destin
    October 20, 2023 - October 22, 2023
    12:05 am - 2:05 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-services/racetrack

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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:  Group rooms are sold out. Please contact our office at 800-487-5650 for current availability

  • For Destin, the easiest way to reserve your hotel room is to book online thru this link:

  • Booking Link: click here

  • 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.