Managing Common Abdominal Problems
July 14–16, 2017
David Twedt D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Medicine
Colorado State University
Gary Oswald D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Chief of Staff
Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists
This course will present a practical approach to the diagnosis and management of the most common abdominal problems using a combination of didactic and case-based teaching. Dr. Twedt is one of the worlds leading authorities on gastrointestinal diseases. Dr. Twedt expertise also involves both endoscopic and laproscopic diagnostic techniques. Dr. Oswald expertise includes pancreatitis, diabetes and urinary disorders. Dr SImpson is internationally recognized for his work on many GI problems including Boxer colitis.
Dave, Kenny & Gary have lectured at the regional and national meetings and have promised me that the seminars have been structured to maximize the material that you will take with you to your practice.
Speakers & Topics
- When should I be concerned about elevated liver enzymes?
- What are the new medical treatments for chronic-active hepatitis?
- Are all yellow (icteric) cats dead cats?
- What can I do to save the “fatty liver” cat?
- Hepatic lipidosis? Just feed ‘em, I’ll show you how.
- What the heck is feline triaditis and is there any therapy?
- Must I always do surgery on biliary mucoceles?
- Why run more GI panels ? What does serum cobalamin & folate really tell me?
- Endoscopic GI biopsies – should I buy an endoscope for my practice?
- What are the best treatments for IBD in dogs?
- What are the best treatments for PLE/lymphangectasia?
- Feline IBD or could it be lymphoma; how do you tell the difference?
- Is probiotic therapy really useful in managing GI patients?
- How do I quickly and accurately diagnose pancreatitis?
- How important is the PLI test?
- What are the 4 most important therapies for acute pancreatitis?
- The chronic vomiting patient; what should I do now?
- When should I use Cerenia?
- Does Helicobacter cause disease?
- How best do I treat megaesophagus in the dog?
- What’s with all the new urinary diets ? Will they really prevent urinary stones?
- What’s the secret to managing feline cystitis/LUTD?
- What’s the secret to managing urinary incontinence?
- Does this patient have acute or chronic renal disease?
- How important is a kidney biopsy? Is it safe?
- Should all renal failure patients be receiving fluid therapy?
- Is blood pressure determination really that important in renal patients?
- Which antihypertensive treatment is better – amlodipine or benazepril?
- What is the best way to improve urine output in oliguric patients?
- What are the realistic goals in treating chronic renal failure?
- What diet and drugs really work in chronic renal failure patients?
- I found a stone – should it be removed?
- Is lithotripsy an effective treatment for stones in dogs and cats?
- Can I perform voiding urohydropropulsion in my practice?
- Why does dissolution diet therapy not always work for me?
- What is the best way to prevent recurrent struvite or oxalate stones?
Case reports and videos will be included throughout the seminars to emphasize each topic
Schedule
| Registration | Friday July 14, 2017 | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Breakfast | Daily | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Lectures | Friday July 14, 2017 | 8:00 am – 1:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:00 am – 1:30 pm | |
| Sunday | 8:00 am – 1:00 pm |
Accommodations
Discover the lovely Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes hotel. It’s a stunning getaway in Myrtle Beach with the perfect balance of resort comfort and business-friendly amenities. Our Myrtle Beach, SC hotel offers 405 luxurious guest suites with ocean views, two telephones with separate lines, data ports and high-speed Internet.
As part of the Grande Dunes, an upscale 2,200-acre plantation-style residential community, we provide more amenities than most other resorts in Myrtle Beach and the Carolinas. Popular activities include championship golf, tennis, a fitness center, a large, beachfront pool with a waterslide, a European spa with an indoor pool or the simple pleasure of relaxing on our pristine beach. Experience the finest of resorts in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes hotel.
Price
Group room rates:
Resort view: $269.00 dbl/night plus tax & resort fee
Partial Ocean view: $359.50 dbl/night plus tax & resort fee
Ocean front: $439.00 dbl/night plus tax & resort fee
Additional Fees & Taxes:
- Hotel room rates are subject to state and local taxes, currently 15.5% and are subject to change without notice.
RESORT FEE
Room Description
Escape to one of the most unforgettable, idyllic beachfront hotels in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
- Experience a restful night’s sleep in our oceanfront hotel’s cotton-rich linens and custom duvets.
- Outstanding among beachfront resorts in Myrtle Beach, relax at our pool with deluxe waterslide.
- Stay connected at our hotel with high-speed Internet access, spacious desks and ample lighting.
- Our marble bathrooms feature Bath & Body Works bath products, a hair dryer & two plush bathrobes.
- Drink in the breathtaking scenery and use the convenient amenities in your Myrtle Beach hotel suite.
- This hotel has a smoke-free policy
The Resort Fee is discounted to $10 + 8% tax for our group! Included in the daily resort fee:
- Complimentary self-parking in our parking facility
- Unlimited in-room access to high-speed wired or WIFI Internet service
- Newspapers available at the front desk
- Full use of our Fitness Center
- Coffee in your guest room
- Turndown service upon request
- Complimentary local calls from your guest room
- Complimentary fax service available at the front desk
- Board games located at the front desk
- Use of our Recreation Room including foosball and video games
- Use of our outdoor recreation area including Ping-Pong, and basketball
Things To Do
Area Attractions
Family Kingdom Amusement Park
Seaside amusement for the whole family!
Ocean Blvd & 3rd Avenue
843-916-0400 or visit www.family-kingdom.com
Ripley’s Aquarium
Travel under the recreated Reef Tunnel at S.C’s MOST visited attraction!
Located at Broadway at the Beach
843-916-0888 or visit www.ripleysaquarium.com
Broadway at the Beach
Features 20 restaurants, 10 nightclubs, over 100 shops and 15 attractions!
Broadway Cinema – Pavilion Nostalgia Park – Carousel Park/Kiddie Rides – NASCAR Speedpark- Miss Broadway Water Taxi – Dragon’s Lair Fantasy Mini Golf and MUCH MORE!
Located off Hwy 17 between 21st & 29th avenues North
843-444-3200 or visit www.broadwayatthebeach.com
for Click and Print COUPONS!
Brookgreen Gardens
300 acres of beautiful gardens on a former rice plantation!
843-235-6000 or visit www.brookgreen.org
Alligator Adventure
Over 800 gators, lizards, vipers and pythons!
843-361-0789 or visit www.alligatoradventure.com
Great American Riverboat
Cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway!
Boats depart from Barefoot Landing &Waccatee Zoo. Dinner Cruises available.
843-650-6600 or visit www.mbriverboat.com
Things to do
Where to eat
Myrtle Beach offers many different places to dine
Out and about
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