UpcomingThe role of nutrition in practice today – cancelled. Now an online course
Palm Springs
| March 5th - 7th, 2021
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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
Deborah Greco D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Senior Medical Consultant
Nestle Purina Petcare
Michael Lappin D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Medicine
Colorado State University
Dr. Stan Marks is also board certified in nutrition and oncology and so is exceptionally qualified for this course. Dr. Deb Greco is an endocrinologist that has spent years studying diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats and pioneered many studies on managing Type II diabetic cats.. Deb currently works for Nestle Purina and has a great perspective on nutritional management of many other medical conditions. Dr. Mike Lappin has been working with infectious causes of gastrointestinal disease and urinary tract diseases in cats his whole career. He has completed many studies associated with diarrhea, in particular, those where probiotics were used. Deb, Stan, and Mike have collaborated on many research projects together and have lectured together all over the world and IVS believes you will love their interactive skills while providing you valuable information to use in your practices.
Seminar Schedule:
| Registration: | Friday March 5, 2021 | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Continental Breakfast: | Daily | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Lectures: | Friday March 5 Saturday March 6 Sunday March 7 |
8:00 am – 1:30 pm 8:00 am – 1:30 pm 8:00 am – 1:00 pm |
Seminar Topics:
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Dietary management of lower urinary tract disease in dogs and cats.
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Dietary management of CKD in dogs and cats.
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Evidence for immune modulation by probiotics.
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Dietary considerations in the management of giardiasis and parvoviral infections.
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Dietary management of hepatic disease
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Dietary management of gastrointestinal disorders
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What’s the latest on the dietary management of canine and feline pancreatitis?
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Fecal Microbiota Transplantation – the ideal probiotic for the management of GI disease?
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ABCs of selecting, placing, and maintaining enteral feeding devices
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The good, the bad, and the ugly on feeding raw food diets to dogs and cats
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Dietary management of endocrine disorders: Diabetes and hyperthyroidism
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Down on the “fat”farm: Management of obesity in dogs and cats
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Taking the itch out of food allergy: Choosing a hypoallergenic diet
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Grain free/ancestral diets…Not as bland as you thought
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Food for thought:Dietary management of neurologic disorders
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Beyond ingredients: How to read a pet food label
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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Deborah Greco D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Senior Medical Consultant
Nestle Purina Petcare
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Michael Lappin D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Medicine
Colorado State University
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:
- Speakers are recognized specialists
- Mandatory recorded attendance
- Certificate of attendance
- Complete seminar notes
- Approved for 16 CE hrs by the AAVSB Race program
Registration Fees:
Early Bird: $895.00
Advanced: $915.00
Regular: $935.00
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:
- 16 CE hours
- Certificate of completion
- Complete seminar notes
- Breakfast and all breaks
Seminar Registration:
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- Palm Springs
March 5, 2021 - March 7, 2021
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
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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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Questions?
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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.