ExpiredHow I Manage Common Medical & Surgical Problems
Nantucket Island, MA
| September 8th - 10th, 2017
David Bruyette D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Medical Director
West Los Angeles Animal Hospital
John Berg D.V.M.
Diplomate, ACVS
Professor of Small animal soft tissue surgery
Department of Clinical Sciences
Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine
North Grafton, MA
David & John 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 Internist & surgeon is sure to provide you with some very pratical tips on a broad range of topics.
Seminar Schedule:
| Registration: | Friday September 8, 2017 | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Continental Breakfast: | Daily | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Lectures: | Friday September 8, 2017 Saturday September 9 Sunday September 10 |
8:00 am – 1:30 pm 8:00 am – 1:30 pm 8:00 am – 1:00 pm |
Seminar Topics:
Dr. Bruyette’s Topics:
- Can we diagnose thyroid disease in the dog?
- Treating hypothyroidism: Yes, it is confusing…
- Latest thoughts on management of diabetes: Changing paradigms in the management of canine and feline diabetes.
- Oral hypoglycemics-Fact or fiction?
- Is it Cushing’s??
- How should I diagnose hyperadrenocorticism in dogs?
- I diagnosed Cushing’s disease so what do I do now??
- Do cats develop hyperadrenocorticism?
- How should I diagnose hypoadrenocorticism in dogs and cats?
- How should I manage hypoadrenocorticism in dogs and cats?
- Polyuria & polydypsia
Dr. Berg’s Topics
- When are tubes indicate? Learn how to easily place an E tube
- Small intestinal resection and anastomosis – hand-sutured and stapled- practical tips on GI surgery
- Linear foreign body – red rubber catheter technique for removal
- Managing intestinal meseteric border leakage
- Gastrotomies in practice
- Perineal urethrostomy- when are they indicated now?
- Scrotal urethrostomy- when should you consider this?
- Splenectomy- easy techniques
- Liver lobectomy- practical tips for the general practitioner
- Foreleg amputation, hindleg amputation- practical tips
- Screw tail removal- made easy
- Bladder surgery in practice
- Spay/neuter controversy
Seminar Speakers
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David Bruyette D.V.M.
Diplomate,
American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Chief Medical Officer for Anivive Lifesciences. -
John Berg D.V.M.
Diplomate, ACVS
Professor of Small animal soft tissue surgery
Department of Clinical Sciences
Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine
North Grafton, MA
CE Hours
This seminar is AAVSB RACE approved for 16 CE hrs.
Also approved in North Carolina & New York.
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
- Certificate of attendance
- Complete seminar notes
Accommodations
Nantucket Inn
At the Nantucket Inn, you will find an atmosphere that will make you feel right at home on Nantucket. Built around three beautifully landscaped courtyards, you’ll find 100 spacious guest rooms and cottages, many with cathedral ceilings and fireplaces. You’ll also find extensive recreation facilities that include indoor and outdoor pools, a health fitness center, two lighted tennis courts and indoor and outdoor whirlpool spas. Or take our complimentary island shuttle to Nantucket’s quaint village.
Rooms
At the Nantucket Inn, we’ve created an atmosphere that will make you feel right at home. Our hundred spacious guest rooms are built around three beautifully landscaped courtyards, offering a comfortable setting for your island experience.
Configurations
Standard Guest Rooms
Standard guest rooms offer your choice of two full/double beds or one queen sized bed. All of these rooms are comfortably finished with rich cherry furnishings, shades of terra cotta and blue fabrics and a full range of modern amenities.
Oversize Guest Rooms
Oversize Rooms offer 75 more square feet of living space and feature one King sized bed or two full/double beds. These rooms have been newly redecorated with pillow top mattresses and quilted bedspreads in a warm burnt sienna color complimented with pale green and sea blue striped drapes. The double rooms are perfect for families that need a bit of extra space. Our oversize rooms offer the same amenities available in our Standard Rooms. King rooms provide extra amenities for the business traveler.
Cottage Rooms
The cottage rooms offer a charming upgrade for special occasions or when just a little extra space is needed. These units are slightly separated from the other rooms and placed in pairs in each courtyard.
Price
Standard Guest Room Rate:
- $258.17 single or dbl/night- includes taxes & breakfast for 2
- Two full/double beds or one queen only available.
Oversized Room Rate:
- $291.68 single or dbl/night- includes taxes & breakfast for 2
- Two full/double beds only available (limited availability).
Cottage Rate: Call for availability
Please note, the room rate includes lodging, lodging tax, breakfast, breakfast tax and gratuity and is based on two people in a room.
Terms
A deposit equal to 50% of your scheduled stay is required at the time of booking to guarantee your reservation(s). You have up to 7 days prior to your specified arrival date to cancel your reservation(s) and have your deposit refunded, less a 10% of the total stay processing fee. No refunds for cancellations less than 7 days prior to your scheduled arrival, or no-shows, or early departures.
Please Call 1 (800) 487-5650Seminar registration is still open.
Area Attractions
Area Attractions
Off the coast of Massachusetts lies the special island of Nantucket, where history lives and traditions are maintained. Nantucket is a unique and beautiful island, with miles and miles of sandy beaches, deeply wooded moors, colorful cranberry bogs, and an entire ocean beckoning from all sides. It’s also a quaint island, where worn cobblestone streets, lined with the historic residences of whaling captains, lead to one of New England’s most picturesque harbors.
Resort Amenities
Nantucket Inn is proud to offer these fine amenities for their guests. Learn more
Restaurants
Dining is a special experience on the island. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and discover a wonderful selection of fresh seafood, native island specialties and regional continental cuisine. Learn more
Group Tours
The Nantucket Inn is the Island’s only tour-friendly hotel. The Nantucket Inn offers countless opportunities for adventure, exploring, shopping and appreciation of nature’s beauty. Our sales office has designed programs and itineraries featuring attractive packages to allow you to relax during your stay on island while absorbing its abundant history. While at the Inn our friendly staff will make you feel at home as you visit the “faraway land.” Whether it is your first visit or you have been here before, you’re bound to return!
Getting There
Airport
Driving to Hyannis
From New York follow Route 95 to Providence then Route 195 to Wareham where you’ll pick up 495 and 25 East, then take Route 6 over the Sagamore Bridge to Route 132 to Hyannis.
From Boston follow Route 3 to the Sagamore Bridge, then Route 6 to Route 132 to Hyannis.
Then By Sea
Island ferry services depart from Hyannis. So sit back, relax and enjoy the sea air as you glide across the sound and into Nantucket Harbor.
- Steamship Authority (year-round, passengers and cars) 508-477-8600 or 508-548-5011
- Hy-Line Cruises (year-round, passengers only) 508-778-2600
- Freedom Cruise Lines (seasonal only, passengers only) High Speed ferry service from Harwich Port to Nantucket. 508-432-8999
Airline Service
Regularly scheduled airlines fly between Nantucket, Hyannis, New Bedford, Boston, Newark and Providence. Carriers and schedules change frequently, confirm your desired service directly with the airline or your travel agent.
IVS Travel Group Info
Please call the IVS travel group at 1-800-487-5650 for assistance. We can also check packages for you.
Registration Fees:
Early Bird: $825.00
Advanced: $845.00
Regular: $865.00
Special Pricing:
Veterinary Technicians are welcome- there is an $80 seminar registration discount
Registration Includes:
- 16 CE hours
- complete seminar notes
- certificate of attendance
- breakfast and breaks daily
Seminar Registration:
Add to Calendar
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Nantucket
September 8, 2017 - September 10, 2017
1:00 am - 6:00 am
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
Reserving Rooms
We reserve rooms starting the day prior to the seminar and ending on the last seminar day. However, if you need additional days, we will work with the hotel to accommodate your request based on availability.
Getting Confirmation
After you submit this hotel request form, you will receive an e-mail confirmation of your request for the hotel accommodations. Please note that this does not confirm your hotel accommodations.
After processing the request, our office will e-mail you an actual hotel confirmation letter which will confirm your stay with the hotel. You are not confirmed until you receive this hotel confirmation. Please check the details when you receive this confirmation.
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 Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm (pacific) to provide the card number. Your Hotel Confirmation will be emailed to you after your room is guaranteed.
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.