Urgent care medicine update
November 5–8, 2026
Garret Pachtinger V.M.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary
Emergency & Critical Care
Co-founder – Vetgirl
Shelby Reinstein D.V.M., MS.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary
Ophthalmology
Vet Vision Center
Lambertville, NJ
Tim Hackett D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary
Emergency & Critical Care
Professor of Emergency & Critical Care
Cornell University
In this all new seminar, Dr’s Pachtinger, Reinstein and Hackett will discuss management of those patients that don’t need to go to the ER but do need to be seen that day for a non-life threatening problem.
Speakers & Topics
Dr Pachtinger:
1) Recognizing and treating allergic reactions
2) Practical, Case Based Fluid Therapy – Is there anything new? (Part 1)
3) Practical, Case Based Fluid Therapy – Is there anything new? (Part 2)
4) Urgent care approach to respiratory distress
5) Emergency management of acute anemia and hemorrhagic disorders
Dr. Reinstein:
1) Update Your Shelf: Eye Meds for General Practice
2) The Angry Cornea
3) Uveitis in Dogs & Cats
4) Diabetic Cataracts in Dogs
5) Glaucoma in Dogs & Cats
Dr. Hackett:
1) Urgent Care: Staffing, logistics and managing all the same-day/walk-ins
2) Trauma: Triage, priorities, and outpatient care of wounds and lameness
3) The GI special. Gastrointestinal symptoms and outpatient parvo care
4) Urgent Care Neurology: Trauma, seizures and vestibular disease
5) Intoxications: General principles for treating the impaired poisoned pet
Schedule
| Registration | Thursday Nov. 5, 2026 | 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm |
| Welcome Reception | Thursday Nov. 5, 2026 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm |
| Breakfast | Friday Nov. 6 | 7:30 am – 8:00 am |
| Sunday Nov. 8 | 7:30 am – 8:00 am | |
| Lectures | Thursday Nov. 5 | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
| Friday Nov. 6 | 8:00 am – 1:00 pm | |
| Saturday Nov. 7 | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm | |
| Sunday Nov. 8 | 8:00 am – 11:00 am |
Accommodations
While Paradise Island is full of attractions, guests at the Atlantis Resort can find plenty to do without ever leaving the premises. The facilities at the Atlantis feature restaurants, shops, pools, beaches, a spa, a nightclub, and marine habitats, just to name a few.
The resort presents a number of dining opportunities, from casual to elegant. The restaurants on the premises include Nobu, Fish by Jose Andres, Casa D’Angelo, the Bahamian Club, and Olives. For the gourmet restaurants, a reservation and appropriate attire is required.
Guests at Atlantis can experience marine life in a number of ways. Guests can interact with dolphins in an 11-acre habitat at Dolphin Cay or watch feeding times at many of the various marine habitats.
The Atlantis Resort provides a number of activities to fill guests’ days. Besides visiting the beautiful beaches, guests can choose from a number of pools. More adventurous guests can visit Aquaventure, a newly developed, 63-acre waterscape that houses waterslides ranging from the tame river-style ride to the terrifying Leap of Faith, which travels through a shark tank.
While the resort’s tropical setting encourages water-based activities, there are many other recreational options as well. The Mandara Spa offers a number of treatments for guests at the Atlantis. There is also a movie theater that screens three shows a day, many of which are family friendly. Golfers should visit the famed Ocean Club Golf Course. The Marina at Atlantis is yet another attraction to seek out. The harbor accommodates luxury yachts, and its surrounding village offers a number of shopping and dining opportunities.
The resort also has a number of venues to visit at night. There is a casino, a comedy club, and a Vegas-style nightclub on the property.
Price: It is important to remember which tower you have booked.
Coral Tower Group Room Rates:
Run of House: $279.00 single or dbl/night plus taxes
Coral King Water view: $299.00 single or dbl/night plus taxes- based on availability
Royal Tower Group Room Rates:
Run of House: $379.00 single or dbl/night plus taxes
Water view: $399.00 single or dbl/night plus taxes- based on availability
Reef Tower Group Studio Rates:
Run of the Studio: Please visit the Atlantis Resort web site for rates & availability.
Cove Tower Suites: Please visit the Atlantis Resort web site for rates & availability.
**Run of House or Studio, or Suite means: You will get the best available room in that category at the time of check-in.
Terms
- European Plan (no meals), per room, per night, based on single/double occupancy.
- No charge for children 11 years and under in the room-limit 4 persons per room
- There is a $50 per night (plus resort charges) fee for each child or adult 12 years and older sharing the room.
Taxes explained:
- The Resort fee of $39.00 plus tax/per room per night has been has been discounted from $59.95!!
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10.00% VAT (Value Added Tax) assessed on all charges, except gratuities
• The VAT rate is subject to change depending on the rate applicable at the time the services are rendered.11.00% Tax (PITDA and NPIPB) assessed on nightly room rate
• Paradise Island Tourism Development Association & Nassau/Paradise Island Promotional Board- $8.50 per person – one time charge for Bellmen – Includes all persons 12 years and older
- There is a $11.00 gratuities fee per person (over 12 years) per night for housekeeping gratuity, pool/beach attendant/Lifeguard gratuity – Includes all persons 12 years and older. At the Coral and Royal Towers.
- Fees are higher for 1 to 3 bedroom suites
- These rates available 3 days prior to and after the seminars.
- Two nights room and tax will be charged to your credit card to hold the reservation.
- All charges are subject to change
- The Resort fee is higher per person per night in the Reef and Cove Towers- for a studio.
The resort fee includes:
WiFi in guest rooms and lobby for up to 4 devices per room, access to the fitness center for 2 people per day, 2 reusable souvenir water battles per room, in room coffee and Tea, unlimited local phone calls, access to the Atlantis movie theater, casino lessons and shuttle service around the resort.
Cancellations: Two night room and tax will be charged when you book your room. This charge is refundable if you cancel as least 30 days prior to your scheduled arrival. If you cancel within 30 days of your scheduled arrival date there is no refund of the 2 days charges plus taxes. You will be charged for your complete stay if you cancel within 14 days of your scheduled arrival or if you are a no-show or depart early.
All taxes are subject to change.
Room Description
Coral Towers
The Coral Towers have just been completely remodeled. We are proud to unveil The New Coral, dedicated to multigenerational family fun.
From the unconventional flavors of the Bahamas at Sun & Ice in the lobby lounge, to completely renovated rooms and the sparkling poolscape with cabanas, swim-up bar to grab ice pops and signature drinks – the NEW centerpiece of Atlantis sits beside the white sand beaches of Paradise Island. The Coral has the closest proximity to The Marina Village – filled with new Bahamian dining and cultural features, with options for
everyone in the family.
Unplug. Connect. Rediscover The Coral at Atlantis.
Royal Towers
The iconic Royal Towers are the heartbeat of Atlantis and centrally located to all of the resorts premier attractions. Included in your stay is complimentary access to The Dig & Ruins Lagoon, Aquaventure Waterpark, 11 pools and the Royal Casino. Ensconced in stunningly original architecture and Bahamian décor, Royal Towers Guest Rooms are a study in vacation elegance and luxury. Each Royal Towers Guest Room is 400 sq. ft. and features either a king-size or two queen-size beds and variety of amenities such as French balconies with terrace, harbor or water views, sitting areas and full service-bars—plus easy access to the resort’s full service spa, a beautiful private white sand beach, gourmet restaurants, a sprawling waterscape of pools, waterslides, and the Caribbean’s largest casino.
Reef Tower
The Reef Atlantis offers luxurious, residential-style studios and suites providing vacationers with all the comforts of home. Measuring 523 sq. ft., The Reef features amazing ocean views, semi-private pool, and is just steps away from the white-sand beach and crystal-clear Caribbean. The Reef Studio is a spacious, beautifully appointed accommodation with deluxe amenities, kitchen and living areas as well as private balconies. Resort guests can enjoy the gorgeous Bahamian views surrounding The Reef.
*This is a no smoking tower
Cove Tower
At The Cove Atlantis, indulgence is a way of life. An oasis of style and sophistication within Atlantis—The Cove tempts guests with the cuisine of star chef Bobby Flay, the exclusive adults-only ultra-pool, and luxurious ocean-view suites. The Cove Atlantis sits atop two of the most beautiful beaches in the world providing an exclusive escape that’s removed from—but still provides easy, instant access to—the wonder that is Atlantis. Sophisticated and sensual. Private and exclusive. The Cove’s Ocean Suite offers Atlantis Paradise Resort Island guests a haven, a redefined beach vacation experience. Accentuated by luxurious amenities, all the resort services a traveler could ever want from Club Cove and capped by the pure blue of a never-ending Bahamian sky. Ocean Suites offer guests a refined level of comfort and feature a host of designer amenities—including full or French balconies with ocean views, open floor plans with step-down living areas, generous walk-in closets, spacious bathrooms with marble floors, twin granite vanities with vessel sinks, frosted glass-tile enclosed shower and a custom in-room bar.
Things To Do
Just off the coast of Florida, there’s a place where the beaches are breathtaking, the vegetation is lush, and the weather is as warm and inviting as the people.
The Bahamas
Starting 60 miles off the coast of South Florida and stretching as far south as Cuba, Haiti and the Dominican Republic, the Bahamas has over 700 islands, about 30 of which have permanent settlements. Set in the most beautiful, crystal blue waters, these islands share a rich history and culture. Originally called “baja mar”, for the Spanish term meaning shallow waters or sea, the name “Bahamas” effectively means “The Island of the Shallow Sea”
December is the perfect time to visit one of the Bahama’s many spectacular tropical Islands because the weather is wonderful (averages 78F) and the rates are down!
Paradise Island, Bahamas
Paradise Island offers visitors the opportunity to experience the Bahamian culture through unique dining, shopping, and outdoor activities set to the backdrop of beautiful beaches and tropical weather.
Dining on Paradise Island allows guests to experience new flavors and ingredients specific to Bahamian culture. Restaurants prepare local ingredients, such as grouper, snapper, and conch, using spices and techniques influenced by the area’s rich British, Spanish, and West Indian history. Diners can choose the elegance of the five-star restaurant Graycliff or the comfort of many smaller restaurants.
The Bahamian culture is also evident in the shopping opportunities on Paradise Island. There are many shopping districts on the island, each offering distinct souvenirs. Marina Village houses boutiques offering resort wear. Festival Place is a wonderful place to find local crafts, including those made of conch. Straw hats and bags, woodcarvings, and other souvenirs can be found at the Straw Market. Those looking to buy luxury items, such as jewelry or perfume, should find their way to Bay Street. These items can all be purchased duty free.
Shopping and dining in the Bahamas has an added convenience for those visiting from the United States. While the official currency is the Bahamian dollar, U.S. currency is accepted throughout Paradise Island. The Bahamian dollar and the U.S. dollar are equivalent in value. Most major credit cards and traveler’s checks are also accepted.
Paradise Island is also home to beautiful early Colonial architecture. The history of British Colonial rule can be seen in many of the buildings. The Ministry of Tourism offers walking tours of the area that showcase some of the more historical sites.
For more information, please visit www.bahamas.com
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: $1235.00
Advanced: $1255.00
Regular: $1275.00
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
Two night room and tax will be charged when you book your room. This charge is refundable if you cancel as least 30 days prior to your scheduled arrival. If you cancel within 30 days of your scheduled arrival date there is no refund of the 2 days charges plus taxes. You will be charged for your complete stay if you cancel within 14 days of your scheduled arrival or if you are a no-show or depart early.
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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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