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11th annual fall seminar in the Conch Republic
 
Key West
November 9-11, 2009
Join us at the recently renovated Reach
Resort in Key West
Managing common feline problems
Deborah Greco
D.V.M., Ph.D., DACVIM
Senior Medical consultant
Nestle Purina Petcare
&
David Maggs
B.V.Sc., DACVO
Associate Professor of
Ophthalmology
U.C. Davis
Fall is the perfect time to visit everyone's favorite tropical Island in
Florida. The weather is wonderful (in the low 80s) and the rates are down!
The colorful heritage of this laid back Island city has inspired writers and artists
over the last century. Stroll along brick walkways, adjacent to the Custom House
Historical Museum or enjoy a walk to the Truman Whitehouse, Mel Fishers Museum of
sunken treasures and the infamous Hemingway House. Just a few blocks from the resort is Duval
Street offering art galleries, boutiques, cafes and legendary historic watering holes.
Tour the city on the conch-train, enjoy the conch and Caribbean food, biking,
snorkeling, diving, relaxing on the beach, stroll along Dual Street, catch a sunset in
Mallory Square, fishing, a sunset sail, shopping and slowing down for a few days.
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With its $32
million renovation nearly complete, The Reach Resort is set to dazzle
guests with its stunning transformation. Wrap yourself in the stunning
new luxuries of our Key West boutique hotel, and savor enhancements that
include:
- Playful new guestrooms, reminiscent of
laid-back, beachside cottages
- Fabulous bathrooms, redesigned with
freestanding vanities, enlarged showers, and stylish tiles
- Event room enhancements, including a fresh
palette of golds and neutrals, as well as new lighting and carpet
- New boutique lobby, relocated to serve as a
grand entryway for guests
- Strip House, our tantalizing new dining venue
specializing in savory steaks
- Refurbished pool, for greater refreshment and
relaxation
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Savor a taste of tropical living at the most
beloved choice of Key West hotels and resorts -
The Reach Resort. Nestled on the
island's southern edge - spanning more than
400 feet of private beach - our newly remodeled
rooms and suites
provide a luxurious hideaway for travelers.
Bask among soaring palms trees, blooming native
flowers, and sweeping ocean views. Sample the
renowned nightlife of nearby Duval Street , or
the charming attractions of historic Old Town.
Enjoy famed Key West water sports - from
windsurfing to diving in America's only living
barrier reef. Catch some warm sunshine on the
island's largest secluded beach. Stay at our
sophisticated Key West Florida hotel
for
true Caribbean flavor, in a vibrant location:
- Located on a private beach in
Key West, Florida
- A short walk from Southernmost Point
U.S.A and Key West Aquarium
- Minutes from the vibrant attractions and
nightlife of Duval Street and historic Old
Town
- Easy access to world-class water sports,
including deep-sea fishing, wind surfing,
and diving in America's only living barrier
reef
- Only three miles from Key West
International Airport (EYW)
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Sports and recreation
Beach:
Relax on the Resorts private beach.
Watersports: sailing, jet skiing,
windsurfing, canoeing, snorkeling and diving.
Deep sea fishing and catamaran charters are easily arranged.
Golf in the tropics at Key West Golf Club.
Explore the island on bicycles or mopeds.
Snorkeling- take a fast boat to the reefs and snorkel for several
hours- the boats leave from the Casa Marina (only a 1 minute walk)
Restaurants & Nightlife
Old Town has many cafes and restaurants offering food for all tastes. And the nightlife is
legendary in Key West.
Dont forget to catch sunset at Mallory Square- its a
tradition and an experience!
Tours
Jump aboard the Conch Tour Train and take a tour with the
train that has been entertaining Key West since 1958. Enjoy riding in the open-air trains
which takes you to all the major points of interest on the Island. Or board the Old
Town Trolley Tours which allows you to enjoy 14 stops with
reboarding at your own pace (includes a stop near The Beach House). There are over 200
varities of tropical and game fish, sharks and turtles at The Key West Aquarium.
Health Club
& Spa ServicesKey
West Florida Spa & Massage- Beachside Massage in the Florida Keys
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Getting there
Key West can be accessed by air with frequent flights into Key West Airport. In the
terminal you can then contact the hotel from the free phone to arrange for
commercial
Casa Marina & Reach Resort transportation- there is a fee.
Or you can rent
a car from Miami and travel Hwy. 1 over the Keys to Key West. (About a 3 to 4 hour
spectacular drive.)
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An Intimate Escape
Escape to a refined haven, where Royal Palms sway with
the gentle breezes of the Atlantic Ocean, gracefully
silhouetted by every breathtaking sunset. The Reach
Resort artfully combines the delightfully
effervescent feel of the Mediterranean with a cultured
intimate setting.
A Refined Choice Among Key West Hotels
Discover a Caribbean playground at The Reach Resort.
Boasting the only natural beach on the island as our
backyard, this Key West hotel offers the perfect blend
of soft white sand and breathtaking sunshine. Relax and
repose in one of our
150 elegant guest rooms, featuring sweeping beach
views, and attentive services. Witness breathtaking
views from the privacy of your own balcony. Lounge
poolside. Race the surf on a jet ski. Stroll the beach.
Or just watch the sunset from the sandy shore. Delight
in the stunning array of features at our luxurious Key
West Florida hotel, blending warm hospitality with a
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- Located in the heart of Old Town, in Key West,
Florida
- Showcasing Key West's only natural beach as our
backyard
- Only 1 block from the vibrant attractions and
pulsing nightlife of Duval Street.
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- Minutes from world-class deep-sea fishing, scuba
diving, snorkeling, and parasailing
- Just 2.5 miles from Key West International
Airport (EYW), and 150 miles from Miami
International Airport (MIA)
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Click here for nearby Key West Attractions & Activities.
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The
Reach Resort:
1435 Simonton St. Key West
1 block from the Casa Marina Resort
Deluxe run of house: $219.00 sgl or dbl/night
Ocean view: $239.00 sgl or dbl/night
(plus tax and resort fee: $20.00 per room per night)
Self parking fee: $12.00 /day
There is a three night minimum stay required
at this time of year.
The Resort Fee is paid to the
Hotel for the following amenities or services:
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Pool
Ambassador Program offering use of hammocks, umbrellas, cabanas
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Towels
and lounge chairs
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Complimentary local phone calls
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Weekday
delivery of newspaper to your room
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In-room
coffee and tea service
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Access to
fitness center
Complete use of resort
facilities and charging privileges at Casa Marina/The Reach (sister property)
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Unlimited local
and 800 phone calls
Call our travel group at Cruises Etc.
1-800-487-5650
to arrange accommodations at the group rate.
They can also check airfares from your home town
Why choose the
Reach Resort?
Totally remodeled in 2007
Relaxing
tropical resort
Off-peak rates
Beautiful private beach
Relax by the pool
Walk to Duval St. &
historic Old Town
All watersports available
Full Spa and health
facility
The seminars

Managing common feline problems
Deborah Greco
D.V.M., Ph.D., DACVIM
Senior Medical consultant
Nestle Purina Petcare
&
David Maggs
B.V.Sc., DACVO
Associate Professor of
Ophthalmology
U.C. Davis
Dr. Deb Greco is an
internationally recognized expert in Small Animal Internal Medicine. Dr. Greco’s
PhD is in pharmacology and her subspecialty is endocrinology. Dr. Greco is the
past president of the Comparative Endocrinology Society in the American College
of Veterinary Internal Medicine. Prior to joining Nestle Purina as a consultant,
Deb was on faculty at Colorado State University and then more recently, Deb
moved to New York City where she was an Associate Veterinarian in the Internal
Medicine section at the busiest Veterinary Hospital in the world. Deb is a very
practical speaker and a great person to talk to.
Dr. Maggs is on staff at
U.C. Davis where he is actively involved in the management of a very busy case
load. His expertise at presenting practical
and informative seminars has led to invitations to speak throughout the nation.
He also contributes to the veterinary texts (Slatter's latest Ophthalmology
Text) and is also a consultant for online
services.
I am sure that you will enjoy both David and Deb's
presentations!
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The latest thoughts on management
of the diabetic cat- this is all new information that will change the way
that you manage these patients!
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Oral
hypoglycemics—Fact or fiction?
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Management
of the brittle diabetic.
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How
should I manage emergencies in diabetic cats
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Advances
in insulin therapy: Getting the glucose curve you want.
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Do
cats develop hyperadrenocorticism?
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Treatment
of the recalcitrant hyperthyroid cat—I131? Tapazole? Surgery?
Ipodate?
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How
should I manage thyroid emergencies in cats (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy,
renal failure, thyroid storm, hypocalcemia)?
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How
common is hypertension?
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How
should I manage hypertension?
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How
should I diagnose hypoadrenocorticism in cats?
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How
should I manage hypoadrenocorticism in cats?
- Examination Techniques and Ophthalmic
Diagnostics
How can I do a better eye exam?
What are the secrets for detecting
ophthalmic lesions?
The Tonopen - at last measuring IOP is
easy
What's the best test for feline
herpesvirus?
When should I culture the conjunctiva or
cornea?
Can I do my own ophthalmic cytology?
Ophthalmic Surgery
What instruments do I need for ophthalmic
surgeries?
Are there special techniques that will
make me a better ophthalmic
surgeon?
Conjunctival grafts: Why, when and how
Surface ocular disease
Itchy skin, swollen eyelids, what next?
Why is this cornea opaque
What does it mean when the cornea turns
blue?
How deep is that ulcer?
Three reasons a corneal ulcer won't heal
Feline herpesvirus: new treatments for a
frustrating disease
Why are there blood vessels on this
cornea?
Intraocular disease
What diagnostic testing should I do for
this cat with uveitis?
Which steroids should I use for uveitis?
Should I get an aqueous sample and how do
I do it?
Retinal disease
I wish I was better at the fundic exam -
here's how.
There's so much variation in fundic
appearance - what's normal?
How do I detect retinal detachments?
Anisocoria - pupils that teach
Feline hypertension - at last there's a
detached retina we can treat!
Is this eye trying to tell me that the
whole patient is sick?
Ophthalmic Emergencies
When is it a real emergency?
How do I suture eyelid lacerations so that
they heal well?
This eye is perforated - is there anything
I can do?
Why did this patient suddenly go blind?
Videos will be utilized to present
practical interactive cases!
Schedule:
Registration 1.00pm - 1.30pm
Lectures: 1.30pm - 6.30pm
Welcome reception:
6.30pm -7.30pm
Continental breakfast: 7.15am - 8.00am
Lectures: 8.00am - 1.30pm
Continental breakfast: 7.15am - 8.00am
Lectures: 8.00am - 1.30pm
Seminar registration:
(16 Florida approved CE Hours- Also
American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE approved for 16 CE hrs-
accepted in most other states.)
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Early
bird: mailed by September 14
$645.00
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Advanced: mailed by October 14
$665.00
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Regular: mailed after
October 14
$685.00
Cancellation: 90% refund to 30 days. Seminar transfer only, inside
30 days
Seminar registration fee includes:
- 16 Florida approved CE hours- and AAVSB approved for 16 CE hours.
- Complete seminar notes
- Certificate of completion
- Reception on Monday-family welcome
- All breaks
- Continental breakfast: Tuesday & Wednesday
You can register online or by mail, fax or phone
1-800-487-5650

IVS is an American Association of
Veterinary State Boards RACE approved provider of Continuing education.
This
program meets the requirements 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.
CE credits
IVS complies with the following guidelines:
- Speakers are recognized specialists
- Mandatory recorded attendance
- Certificate of attendance
- Complete seminar notes
Register by mail, fax or phone 1-800-487-5650
INTERNATIONAL VETERINARY
SEMINARS
Key West fall 2005
by Mail: 210
Carbonera Drive
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
by FAX: 408-972-1038
by PHONE: 1-800-IVS-5650
Need more
information-Why not visit THE REACH RESORT
or Keywest.com
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