The role of nutrition in practice today
April 12–14, 2019
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.
Speakers & 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
Schedule
| Seminar registration | Friday April 12, 2019 | 7:15am – 8:00am |
| Seminar schedule | Friday April 12 | 8:00am – 1:30pm |
| Saturday April 13 | 8:00am – 1:30pm | |
| Sunday April 14 | 8:00am – 1:00pm | |
| Breakfast | Daily | 7:15am – 8:00am |
Accommodations
Step into the DeSoto Savannah and experience the new definition of Southern style, service and hospitality. Surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens, magnificent homes, and architectural gems, our contemporary hotel in the Savannah Historic District offers a mix of warm Southern charm and modern style in the heart of Georgia’s First City. Whether you’re traveling for pleasure or business, your rendezvous with history is filled with 21st century comfort and the light of Southern hospitality. Experience an inviting hotel retreat and get into the spirit of this alluring coastal city. A historic Savannah hotel with a contemporary Southern elegance
Our Location – Standing 15 stories in Savannah’s Historic District, overlooking Madison Square, historic mansions, and oaks draped in Spanish moss, The Desoto Savannah is a timeless sparkle on the Savannah skyline. Our downtown hotel is steps from Savannah’s treasured landmarks, museums, theaters, parks, and incredible dining and shopping. Walk to exciting attractions like River Street, City Market, Forsyth Park, Historic Savannah Theater, Savannah Civic Center and Savannah College of Art & Design.
Price:
Please note that the hotel is sold out on April 9 and April 10. Rooms are still available starting April 11, 2019. Also only two double beds available.
Group Room rate: – $215.00 dbl/night plus taxes
- Rate above is subject to applicable state & local taxes, currently 13%
- City occupancy fee is currently $1 per night
- transportation refurbishment fee/tax in the amount of $5.00 per night, per room
- $10 per night for each additional adult over two adults per room
- Parking: Valet only, $30 per day and is subject to change without notice
- If you are not staying at the Desoto-valet for the day only, is $15.00 plus tax
- Free wifi in all rooms.
Terms
Check-In: 4:00pm; Check-Out: 11:00am
Cancellations: A two night cancellation charge will be made to your credit card if you cancel within 7 days of your scheduled arrival. You will be charged fo the complete scheduled stay if you cancel within 3 days of your scheduled arrival or are a no-show or depart early.
Room Description
Enjoy spacious rooms with beautiful views of historic Savannah and modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. These stylish rooms feature a chair and ottoman for relaxing, large desk space, high-speed wireless internet, 32-inch flat screen LCD, and Alarm Clock Radio with iPod connection. Get a great rest on either a king or two double sized Serenity Bed collection with a Super Topper mattress pad, down-filled comforters, Touch of Down pillows, and 250 thread-count sheets. Enjoy the Peter Thomas Roth bath amenities and plush towels.
Savannah Lodging Amenities:
- High Speed Wireless Internet
- Clock Radio with iPod connectivity
- Luxurious Peter Thomas Roth skin care products
- Coffee Maker to brew tea or Lavazza coffee
- Ample Work Space & Ergonomic Chair
- Iron & Ironing Board
- In-room safes (Will Hold Laptop)
- Print To Desk Service From Room
- Valet Dry Cleaning Service
- Room Service
- Complimentary Newspaper Delivery
- 32-Inch Flat Screen LCD’s
- Hilton Smart-Choice Breakfast
- Hairdryers
- Free Local Calls
- Rollaway Beds
- Telephones With Voice Mail
Things To Do
Area Attractions
Welcome to Savannah, the Hostess City of the South. Named by Conde’ Nast Traveler as one of the top 10 U.S. cities to visit, Savannah offers an enchanting stroll back in time and an invitation to uncover its hidden charms. Bits and pieces of Savannah’s rich, colorful history adorn virtually every corner of the downtown area. The stately mansions, moss-draped oaks, and massive churches give the city a unique flavor found nowhere else in the world. Savannah’s Historic District is a 2.5-mile walking district full of bistros, quaint shops, green squares and grand architecture. Savannah boasts one of the largest National Landmark Historic Districts in the United States, featuring historically significant buildings, including examples of Federal, Italianate and Victorian architecture.Savannah’s 22 squares form the heart and soul of the historic district and are considered to be the city’s precious jewels. General James Oglethorpe, Savannah’s founding father, vision of southern hospitality and a genteel way of life is still alive in the faces of those who call Savannah home.
Need To Know
Registration
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-
Early Bird: $875.00
Advanced: $895.00
Regular: $915.00
Special Pricing:
Veterinary Technicians receive an $80 discount using promo code “techsaver”. Enter the code during checkout in the submit promotion code box.
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.
Pricing
Cancellations: A two night cancellation charge will be made to your credit card if you cancel within 7 days of your scheduled arrival. You will be charged fo the complete scheduled stay if you cancel within 3 days of your scheduled arrival or are a no-show or depart early.
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IVS trips are designed to meet your CE requirements while offering a break from traditional, conference-style learning. With focused half-day sessions, small-group learning, and destinations worth the journey, IVS creates close-knit communities where education feels both engaging and rewarding.
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IVS makes it easy — and worth the trip — to keep your CE hours current. Each trip includes 12–18 CE credit hours, along with access to a dedicated portal where certificates and trip details are easy to find when you need them.
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Good to Know Before You Go
Registration is simple. Browse upcoming seminars using the search on our homepage, then click through to the seminar page and complete registration online. You will receive an email confirmation once your registration is complete, and a separate email confirming your payment. Please keep both for your records. You can also call our office at 1-800-487-5650 to register by phone.
IVS holds group space at each seminar venue and handles hotel bookings on your behalf. You can book accommodations at the same time as your seminar registration or separately — whichever you prefer.
On your selected seminar’s page, click the Accommodations tab and scroll down to the Book Accommodations button. Please note: if you need a room outside the standard seminar dates, availability will need to be confirmed with the hotel. Hotel bookings made through our site are not automatic and require some processing time. Once confirmed, you will receive a hotel confirmation letter from IVS by email. All hotels require a credit card to guarantee your booking, and cut-off dates apply — early registration is always advised. Our team is available at 1-800-487-5650, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm PST.
10% of the registration fee is non-refundable. If you cancel more than 30 days before the seminar start date, you may choose a refund of the remaining 90% or a Future Transfer Credit (FTC). If you cancel within 30 days, only a Future Transfer Credit is issued. The FTC can be applied to any future IVS seminar within 2 years of your cancellation date; it is forfeited if not used within that window. To cancel, you must contact our office and receive email confirmation of your cancellation before the seminar begins. Cancellations requested after the seminar has started, or without email confirmation on file, will forfeit the full registration fee. Please also note that cancellations will remove any Loyalty Program points earned from that registration.
IVS specializes in small group seminars — usually fewer than 80 people per seminar. Most veterinarians appreciate the smaller setting, as it allows for more interaction with speakers and other participants and gives everyone a chance to get their questions answered.
International Veterinary Seminars is an AAVSB RACE-approved provider of CE, which is accepted by all state boards throughout the US and Canada. We are provider #13 and are also an approved provider in New York State. Please contact your state board or our office with any questions. For more information, visit the AAVSB RACE program website.
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