Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
Professor – Clinical Ophthalmologist
U.C. Davis
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.
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 |
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
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:
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.
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
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.
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.
Veterinary technicians are welcome- there is an $80 seminar registration discount
16 CE hours
complete seminar notes
submission of attendance to AAVSB RACEtrack program
breakfast and breaks daily
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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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.
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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.