Upcoming Yes! You can do that surgery in your practice
Amelia Island
| July 11th - 13th, 2025
Catriona MacPhail D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Professor of Surgery
Colorado State University
Kristin Coleman D.V.M., MS.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists
Houston, TX.
Sheilah Robertson BVMS, (Hons), Ph.D.
DACVAA, DECVAA, DACAW, DECAWBM (WSEL), MRCVS.
Senior Medical Director, Lap of Love
Gainesville, FL
In this all new seminar, Dr’s MacPhail, Coleman and Robertson will discuss how to manage patients requiring common surgical procedures that you can do in your practice.
Seminar Schedule:
| Registration: | Friday, July 11 | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Continental Breakfast: | Daily | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Lectures: |
Friday July 11 |
8:00 am – 1:30 pm |
Seminar Topics:
This brand-new seminar will be technique- and patient-centered around common surgical techniques that can be done in general practice. These topics will be presented by an academic surgeon and a private-practice surgeon, guided by an anesthesiologist/pain-management specialist to help frame the entirety of each procedure. You can do this!!!
SKIN
- SIMPLE SKIN MASS REMOVAL
Did you take too little or too much?
Local analgesia
Postoperative incisional care
- ANAL SACCULECTOMY & VULVOPLASTY
Sacrococcygeal and epidural blocks
HEAD & NECK
- Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Surgery
To Do or Not To Do in Practice?
Temporary Palatoplasty
Managing concurrent gastrointestinal issues
What does anesthetic recovery look like?
- AURAL HEMATOMA
- TEMPORARY TRACHEOSTOMY
- ESOPHAGOSTOMY TUBE
ABDOMINAL
- DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA REPAIR
Cats versus Dogs
Acute versus Chronic
Challenges in the postoperative management
- GI SURGERY
Risk factors for complications
Perioperative and postoperative pain management
(NSAIDs or no NSAIDs…and what else can I do?)
- SPLENECTOMY
Is it always cancer?
Divide and conquer those vessels
What’s new in perioperative and postoperative care
UROGENITAL
- CYSTOTOMY
Does this cat need a PU?
- PYOMETRA
How sick is she?
- C SECTION
So many new things!
Seminar Speakers
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Catriona MacPhail D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Professor of Surgery
Colorado State University
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Kristin Coleman D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Small Animal Surgery
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists
Houston, TX
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Sheilah Robertson B.V.M.S, Ph.D.
DACVAA, DECVAA, DACAW, DECAWBM (WSEL), MRCVS.
Senior Medical Director, Lap of Love
Gainseville, FL
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:
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Speakers are recognized specialists
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Mandatory recorded attendance
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Submission of attendance to AAVSB RACEtrack program
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Complete seminar notes
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Approved for 16 CE hrs by the AAVSB Race program
Accommodations
Omni Amelia Island Resort
Omni, Amelia Island Resort is Florida’s premier AAA-Four Diamond destination island resort in perfect harmony with nature. Located on Amelia Island, Florida, just 29 miles north of Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), the 1350 acre property overlooks the blue water of the Atlantic on the east and the green marshland and Intracoastal Waterway on the west. Enjoy luxurious oceanfront accommodations, world-class resort pools, championship golf, full-service spa, endless dining options, and family-friendly activities. Relax on the largest multi-tiered pool deck in northeast Florida, featuring an adults-only infinity edge pool, a 10,000-square-foot family-friendly pool, Splash Park water playground for the kids, two hot tubs, and oversized fire pits.
Stroll 3.5 miles of pristine beach or spend an afternoon kayaking and paddleboarding through Amelia Island’s preserved marshlands. Children will enjoy our award-winning kids’ camp and Nature Center, both of which offer supervised activities.
Tee off from one of three Audubon International Certified Sanctuary golf courses. Designed by Pete Dye, Bobby Weed and Tom Fazio, our pristine courses have earned Omni Amelia Island Plantation a “Top 121 Golf Resorts in the World” ranking by Condé Nast Traveler. Follow up your tee time with a relaxing afternoon at The Spa or dining at any one of our nine superb restaurants.
Rooms
The ocean view Omni Amelia Island Resort, offering 404 oceanview hotel rooms and suites. All private balconies face the ocean and are a delightful place for an early morning breakfast while enjoying the sunrise.
Price:
Group room rate: Ocean Front $389.00 double occ. per night plus applicable state & local taxes, currently 12%.
In addition to the rate set forth above, a Resort service fee is charged in the amount of $28 (reduced from $40 for IVS) per day plus taxes, and includes the following amenities:
- Premier In-Room Wi-Fi
- On-property resort shuttle transportation service (guests under 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult)
- Unlimited use of Health & Fitness Center at Racquet Park
- 24/7 access to hotel gym including two Peloton™ bikes
- In-room coffee and tea station
- Resort beach private access
- Preferred Racquet Club and Golf Course reservation access
- Two bottled waters in room per day
- Access to more than 7 miles of bike and walking trails
- Access to recreational parks and children’s playgrounds throughout the resort
- 24/7 access to Gamer’s Lounge
- 10% off retail items at Salty Threads, Amelia’s Treasures, The Spa Shop and Golf Shop (discount cannot be combined with any other offer or discount, not valid for spa treatments)
- Digital Wall Street Journal
- Local and toll-free phone calls
Reduced Self Parking fee: $15.00 (normally $25.00)
Terms
Check-In: 3:00pm; Check-Out: 11:00am
Cancellations: All reservations must be guaranteed by a valid major credit card. You can cancel your reservations up to 7 days prior to your scheduled arrival without penalty. Cancellations made within 7 days of your scheduled arrival, or no-shows, or early departures, will be charged for the complete scheduled stay.
Area Attractions
Amelia Island has plenty to offer the adventurous traveler. Whether you seek shopping and dining or festivals and culture, we can point you toward memorable days and nights out on the island. Learn More
Golf at the Resort
Omni Amelia Island Resort is committed to providing our guests and members with a first-class golf experience. Named a “Top 121 Golf Resort in the World” by Conde Nast Traveler, our resort is home to three incredible championship courses. And it was recently selected as the home of Golf Channel’s “Big Break: Florida.” We offer a golf pro shop, private instruction, equipment rentals, customized gifts and an extensive collection of golf accessories and sportswear. Amelia Island golf
For tee times, call (904) 277-5907 or visit their website.
Amelia Island State Parks
From the tree-canopied roads of Fort Clinch to the remote driftwood beaches of Big Talbot, Amelia Island’s State Parks are among the most varied and beautiful in Florida. Perfect for campers, anglers, beachcombers and explorers alike, the Florida State Parks at Amelia Island offer an assortment of activities for every outdoor enthusiast. Enjoy daily tours at Fort Clinch State Park. Experience horseback riding, kayak tours and more at Amelia Island State Park. Explore the diverse variety of Amelia Island’s flora, fauna and fowl on Egans Creek Greenway.
Spa
Omni Amelia Island’s spa is pleased to offer a relaxation area and garden, perfect for before and after your treatments. Enjoy our vast array of herbal teas and organic citrus water, then relax and revive with our men’s and women’s spa treatments, including couple massages, facials, steam showers, signature Seaside Sensory Journey and Plantation Blossom Rituals. Our full-service salon offers haircuts, hairstyling, makeup application, bridal party appointments, manicures, pedicures, and child and teen services. Yoga classes are available through our spa, hosted in the “spa tree house.” Learn more
Dining
A skilled culinary team of chefs and hospitality professionals, along with inventive southern-style cuisine and a variety of dining venues, have earned the Omni Amelia Island Resort a reputation for excellence in Florida resort dining. Our dining restaurants at Omni Amelia Island Plantation are family-friendly, offering many choices for children. Learn more
Getting There
Airport
Omni Amelia Island Resort is only 29 miles from Jacksonville International Airport – JAX.
Location
Registration Fees:
Early Bird: $1155.00
Advanced: $1175.00
Regular: $1195.00
Special Pricing:
Veterinary Technicians receive an $80 discount using promo code “techsaver”. Enter the code during checkout.
Registration Includes:
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16 CE hours
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complete seminar notes
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submission of attendance to AAVSB RACEtrack program
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breakfast and breaks daily
Seminar Registration:
Add to Calendar
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Amelia Island
July 11, 2025 - July 13, 2025
12:05 am - 5:00 pm
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
Please note:
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For Amelia Island, the easiest way to reserve your hotel room is to go online
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Booking Link: Click here
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Please DO NOT use the form below. If you are having trouble booking your room thru the above link, please call our IVS Office at (800) IVS-5650.
Please only use the hotel request form below, if you are having problems with reserving your room thru the online hotel registration link and are not able to contact our office at 800-487-5650. This form is sent to our office and it will take up to 1 week for our office to receive confirmation from the hotel and then send out a confirmation to you.
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.