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Cabo San Lucas

  |   December 3rd - 5th, 2026

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David Twedt D.V.M.

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Medicine
Colorado State University

 

Stanley Marks B.V.Sc., Ph.D.

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (internal medicine and oncology)
Diplomate American College of Veterinary Nutrition
Professor of Medicine
U.C. Davis 

Seminar Schedule:

Travel day Wednesday:  Dec. 2, 2026  

Registration
Seminars
Welcome reception

Thursday: December 3, 2026

1:00 pm – 1:30 pm
1:30 pm – 6:30 pm
6:30 pm

Breakfast

Seminars

Friday: December 4

7:30 am – 8:00 am

8:00 am – 1:30 pm

Breakfast

Seminars

Saturday: December 5

7:30 am – 8:00 am

8:00 am – 1:30 pm

Seminar Topics:

 

  • Clinical approach to abnormal liver enzymes

  • Chronic hepatitis – how to diagnose and treat 

  • Copper associated liver disease – more common than you may think!

  • Four common liver conditions you likely did not learn about in vet school

  • Latest update on feline liver disease; lipidosis, cholangitis, triaditis

  • Acute liver disease – treatment options

  • Canine acute pancreatitis – the diagnosis and management

  • Chronic pancreatitis in the dog and cat

  • Rational approach to esophageal disorders in dogs

  • Food-responsive Enteropathy – Far more common than you think!

  • Update on Giardia diagnosis and management

  • Feline IBD vs. intestinal lymphoma – does it really matter?

  • Acute hemorrhagic diarrheal syndrome – Optimal testing and management

  • Antibiotic-responsive diarrhea – A critical appraisal

  • Rational use of probiotics in diarrheic dogs and cats

 

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Seminar Speakers

  • David Twedt D.V.M. Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Professor of Medicine Colorado State University
  • Stan Marks B.V.Sc., Ph.D. Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (internal medicine and oncology) Diplomate American College of Veterinary Nutrition Professor of Medicine U.C. Davis

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 program

  • Complete seminar notes

 

Accommodations

Hacienda Del Mar Resort

Hacienda Del Mar Resort

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The Resort is now all-inclusive. Please check below for all that is included in the price. Based on our previous years at this resort when it was not all-inclusive – this new pricing is spectacular!

The Hacienda del Mar Resort & Spa of Los Cabos captures the atmosphere of Old Mexico. You can stroll along its cobblestone lanes and winding paths, stopping to enjoy fountains, restaurants and quaint shops. The resort sits on a private beach amid 28 acres of quiet, lush gardens. Surrounding the resort is the famous Cabo del Sol Ocean Golf Course, by Jack Nicklaus. Relax as you lounge by any of four swimming pools or sit on the beach. Enjoy first-class services and amenities, and a state-of-the-art fitness center with spa.

 

Sheraton Hacienda del Mar Resort & Spa

Rooms

Sheraton Hacienda del Mar Resort & Spa

Sheraton Hacienda del Mar Resort & Spa

Our Deluxe Rooms welcome you with ultra-comfortable amenities and Old Mexico style.

Hacienda Garden view rooms: Inspired by Mexican Hacienda Style room offers an inviting modern décor and amenities that accentuate your living style, lush surroundings and stunning garden views. 450 Sq ft

Cabo Ocean view rooms:  Consider this your calm oasis, your room leads onto a private balcony or terrace with views of our peaceful Sea of Cortez plus lush glimpses of gardens. 490 sq ft  

Baja Ocean Front view rooms: Savor your private ocean front room with balcony or terrace and soak up breathtaking ocean front views of Baja’s Sea of Cortez. 490 sq ft

Price:

 

Group room rates (based on number of people in the room):  

Hacienda Garden view:  US$414.00 single occ. per night    Double: $435.00 double occ. per night

Cabo Ocean View: US$444.00 single occ. per night    Double: $465.00 double occ. per night

Baja Ocean Front: US$495.00 single occ. per night    Double: $515.00 double occ. per night

What is in the all-inclusive charge:

  • The rates above are based on single or double occupancy.   There are extra charges for extra adults or children.

    • Accommodations based on one or two people
    • Welcome Drink
    • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & snacks available in restaurants and bars 
    • Activities & entertainment organized by team on property
    • Kids club
    • Unlimited Coffee at El Molino Coffee Shop
    • Alcoholic (national & international) and non-alcoholic beverages available in our outlets during regular operating hours. Beverages are served by the glass
    • Mini Bar restocked daily
    • Room Service *
    • Fully Equiped fitness center
    • Resort Wide Unlimited Wi-Fi Service
    • Taxes & Service Charges: Currently taxes are 16% VAT, 3% Hotel tax & also there is a mandatory daily service charge of 10% per room per night- all are included in the rate

       

      *Limited to one order free of charge. Additional orders and orders from 10:00 PM to 6:59 AM subject to a $10.00 USD delivery fee per room, per order.

Not included in the all-inclusive rate:

  • A daily charge is not included for Environmental Sanitation tax of $82.11 Mexican Pesos per room per night (* charge in US dollars varies based on the prevailing Hotel Exchange Rate) in effect at the time of check-in
    • Special events hosted by the Hotel at an additional cost for all guests, including holidays, theme parties and tastings.
    • De Cortez Restaurant, Girasoles Bar & Ice Cream-Creperie*
    • Some food & beverage items are subject to a surcharge
    • Tours, telephone calls, in-room movies, laundry and dry-cleaning.
    • Bottles of Wine and liquor
    • Transportation Service or Car Rental
    • Doctor Service and all medical related services
    • Gift shops and boutiques: Los Portales, Santa Marina, Arte Sano & La Casona Tobacco Shop
    • Cactus spa services, treatments, products and drinks
    •  Room deliveries.
    • Any other charges not listed in the all-inclusive plan.

       

      * De Cortez Restaurant has an access fee of $10 USD for breakfast & $35 USD for Dinner. Fee grants access to main menu. A credit equal to the fee paid can be applied toward premium dishes if guests decides to order from premium menu instead of main menu.

More details:

  • All-Inclusive Plan starts at check-in time (3:00 PM) and ends at Check-Out time (12:00 p.m.)
  • Refunds and discounts are not provided for unused portions of the All-Inclusive plan.
  • Benefits from the All-Inclusive plan are not transferable to other guests.
  • Group participants are required to wear a bracelet, replacement is subject to a $320.00 usd charge.
  • Take-out or to-go orders from restaurants & bars are not permitted. Box Lunches available with an extra charge
  • 15% discount on Cactus Spa treatment (special packages, beauty salon services or boutique items are not included) or 20% discount for prepaid treatments at Cactus SPA 
  • 10% discount to play at Cabo del Sol Golf Courses and includes free transportation from Hotel to Cabo del Sol Club House.  
  • Rates will be available 2 days prior and 2 days after the meeting dates but will be based on availability only.

Terms

Deposits: One night room rental plus taxes will be charged to each individual guest (non- refundable) 60 days prior to individual reservation arrival date, with the remaining balance due 30 days prior to individual reservation arrival date.

Cancellations: If you cancel between 60-30 days prior to your scheduled arrival, your deposit is forfeited.  If you cancel within 30 days of your scheduled arrival, there will be no refunds and you will be charged for your entire scheduled stay. If you are a no-show or depart early, you will be charged for your entire stay.  Check-in is at 3:00pm; Check-out is at 12:00pm (noon); guests who stay in their rooms beyond the check-out time without Hotel authorization will be charged for an additional room at the prevailing room rate.

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Area Attractions

 

Spa services

Getting There

Please note that US$ are accepted everywhere in Cabo.

Fly to Los Cabos International Airport 

Beware of the timeshare operators offering free rides to the hotel.  Use the official shuttle companies- unless you want a time share…

We have used this company- they have a ticket booth after you clear customs in the arrivals area- or you can reserve online.  Please note that if you take a shared shuttle, it can take an hour to reach the Sheraton because they drop off at multiple hotels.  Transporte terrestre

There are also other shuttle companies available online.

Local Transportation Information

  • Beware of the timeshare operators offering free rides to the hotel.  Use the official shuttle companies- unless you want a time share…
  • We recommend flying into San Jose Del Cabo International Airport (SJD), just 20 miles from the resort. Ground transportation-taxi, shuttle service, or car rental-is the recommended mode of travel to and from the airport and around the area.
  • The shuttle service is located as you exit the baggage claim area. US dollars are accepted for your ride to the Resort.
  • Taxi’s are always available when you want to visit downtown and accept US dollars.

Registration Fees:

 

Early Bird:  $1195.00

Register by:  October 5, 2026

Advanced:  $1215.00

Register by:  November 4, 2026

Regular:  $1235.00

Register after:  November 4, 2026

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:

  • 16 CE hours

  • Breakfast for registrants on Friday & Saturday

  • All breaks

  • Submission of attendance to AAVSB RACEtrack program

  • Welcome reception for all on Thursday nite

 

Seminar Registration:

Details Price Qty
Early Bird $1,195.00 USD  
Advanced $1,215.00 USD   Goes On Sale
October 5, 2026
Regular $1,235.00 USD   Goes On Sale
November 4, 2026

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  • Cabo San Lucas
     December 3, 2026 - December 5, 2026
     12:05 am - 5:00 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-services/racetrack

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:  This year the Resort is all inclusive. Please check the details we have listed.

  • For Cabo, the easiest way to reserve your hotel room is to go online:

  • Online booking Link: Click here

  • any problems: please call our office at 800-487-5650

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.

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.