Upcoming Managing common medical problems
Whitefish MT- the Gateway to Glacier Nat. Park
| June 15th - 17th, 2026
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
Gary Oswald D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Tampa Bay Veterinary Consultants
Oldsmar, FL
Seminar Schedule:
Registration: |
Monday June 15, 2026 | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
Lectures: |
Monday June 15 Tuesday June 16 Wednesday June 17 |
8:00 am – 1:30 pm 8:00 am – 1:30 pm 8:00 am – 1:00 pm |
Breakfast |
Monday June 15 Tuesday June 16 Wednesday June 17 |
7.15 am – 8.00 am 7.15am – 8.00am 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
Seminar Topics:
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Rational approach to chronic diarrhea in dogs
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Differentiation of feline IBD from intestinal lymphoma – does it really matter?
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My top 10 pearls in managing esophageal disorders in dogs
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How I manage hemorrhagic gastroenteritis in dogs
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What’s the latest in the management of hepatic disorders in cats?
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Lessons learned in feline pancreatitis
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How I manage the chronically vomiting dog and cat
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When should renal biopsy be considered?
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Has SDMA become the preferred means of diagnosing CKD?
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Should quantitative urine protein values be determined in geriatric patients?
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Is blood pressure determination really that important in renal patients?
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Which antihypertensive treatment is preferred in CKD – amlodipine, ACE-Is or ARBs?
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What are the realistic goals in treating chronic kidney disease?
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When should a therapeutic renal diet be started in CKD patients?
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This dog/cat doesn’t like oral phosphorus binders. How important is this drug?
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Is it just an “Ohio State thing” or are vitamin D, calcium and PTH important in CKD?
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Appropriate use of erythropoeitin analogs in anemic CKD patients.
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Appropriate use of fluid therapy and appetite stimulants in hyporexic CKD patients.
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What are the preferred antibiotics in uncomplicated UTI patients?
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How long should antibiotic therapy be administered in uncomplicated UTI?
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What predisposing disorders should I look for in patients with recurrent UTI?
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How do I select an appropriate antibiotic in recurrent UTI patients?
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What follow-up testing is recommended in monitoring UTI treatment?
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What do I do when asymptomatic bacteruria is present?
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What can be done to prevent recurrent UTI development?
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Is oral cranberry effective? What about other drugs or supplements?
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Does improving vulvar and vaginal health help reduce UTIs?
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When to consider Phenylpropanolamine treatment in UTI patients.
Seminar Speakers
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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
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Gary Oswald
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Tampa Bay Veterinary Consultants
Oldsmar, FL
CE Hours
This seminar is 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 AAVSSB RACEtrack program
- Complete seminar notes
- Approved for 16 CE hrs by the AAVSB Race program
Accommodations
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
The town of Whitefish is at the gateway to Glacier National Park.
Nestled between majestic mountains and pristine waters lies The Lodge at Whitefish Lake. A truly a special place, The Lodge is situated between Whitefish Lake and the 28-acre Viking Creek Wetland Preserve, with breathtaking scenery at every turn and no shortage of Montana adventures to experience. If relaxation and leisure are more your style, our first-class amenities and luxurious spa allow you to get comfortable and just be.
Inspired by the grand lodges of the past, The Lodge offers genuine western hospitality sure to create cherished moments and lasting memories. Connect – to yourself, those around you and your environment – and let us take care of the rest. Our friendly staff will go above and beyond to ensure that we exceed your expectations and look after your every need. Refresh your senses, play like a local, indulge in quality culinary experiences, and make yourself at home.
Price: (Group rooms based on availability)
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Viking Lodge – King Classic: $499.00 per room, per night, plus taxes & fees.
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Main Lodge – King Studio suite: $689.00 per room, per night, plus taxes & fees.
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Lakefront condominiums: Call for availability and pricing 877-887 4026
This rate is single/double occupancy. There is a $40.00 per night for a rollaway for extra persons.
Complimentary Wireless Internet is available in all guest accommodations, meeting venues, and common areas
Additional Fees & Taxes:
The above lodging rates do not include tax and service fees. Eight percent (8%) Montana accommodations tax, three percent (3%) resort tax, twelve percent (12%) resort service fee, one percent (1%) Averill Contribution and an optional one percent (1%) Foundation Community Sustainability Fund.
Percentages are subject to change depending on current federal, state, local laws, and resort policy.
Parking: The Lodge provides free parking and on-site car rental service.
Expanded amenities provided, which include airport and Amtrak transfers. Please see the link and information below.
Amenities: https://lodgeatwhitefishlake.com/amenities
Deposits:
For Main Lodge, Viking Lodge & Lakefront Condominiums, one night’s room and tax will be collected at time of booking to guarantee the reservation. Fourteen (14) days prior to arrival the remaining balance due on the entire stay will be deducted from the credit card on file and reservation will be considered non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Cancellations:
For Main Lodge, Viking Lodge & Lakefront Condo reservations, cancellations may be made up until fourteen (14) days prior to arrival with full refund of the deposit. Cancellations, reductions in length of stay, or early departures made within fourteen (14) days of arrival forfeit the entire length of stay.
No-Show Policy: For any reservations that “no show”, the deposit will be forfeited. If the reservation is for multiple nights and the guest is a “no show,” and arrival date will be moved to the following day. If the guest again does not arrive for check in, the reservation will be cancelled and all deposits forfeited.
Area Attractions
Summer activities
Glacier National Park
Local Attractions
Getting There
BY AIR Whitefish is one of the most accessible mountain towns in North America. Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) is only 11 miles from town with direct, year-round flights on major airlines from Seattle, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis, Denver, and Las Vegas, and seasonal direct flights from Chicago, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Oakland, Dallas, and Portland. 
Registration Fees:
Early Bird: $1165.00
Advanced: $1185.00
Regular: $1205.00
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 AAVSSB RACEtrack program
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Breakfast and breaks daily
Seminar Registration:
Add to Calendar
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Whitefish-Glacier Nat. Park
June 15, 2026 - June 17, 2026
12:15 am - 4:30 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 the Lodge at Whitefish Lake
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For room reservations, you can contact group reservations specialists toll-free 877.887.4026, extension 4058, or direct 406.863.4058, and be sure to mention they are with the International Veterinary Seminars
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If you only want to book a room arriving sunday June 14 and departing wednesday June 17, 2026— to reserve your hotel room book online thru this link:
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Booking Link: click here
Please note bookings outside of the contracted dates or for room types not available in the group block will require calling to reserve- please note that rates might differ over the extra days. Call 877.887.4026
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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.