Our 7th visit to 

Mystic, Connecticut 

July 24 - 26, 2009

Practical management of common medical problems

Senior Veterinary Consultant

Nestle-Purina Pet Care

Historic. Charming. Eclectic. Unique. These are the words that begin to describe Downtown Mystic. First settled in the 17th century, this new world colony along the banks of the Mystic River has been a crossroads for the curious for nearly 350 years.

With age comes beauty. And tradition. And a can do attitude that has kept Mystic as the centerpiece of Southeastern Connecticut’s attractions.

Mystic today is known for it’s unique shops, restaurants, antiques centers and art galleries. It’s is minutes from world class gaming and entertainment, attractions for the whole family, museums that will transport you back to another era. And everywhere you turn you will see the kind of scenic beauty that takes your breath away.

Attractions:

Mystic, Connecticut is a village that promises surprises around every corner. The name itself evokes images of wizened sea captains, historic tall ships and that famous pizza.

Here, summer sun sparkles off waters of the Mystic River, amber shadows highlight crisp autumn foliage, twinkling holiday decorations are reflected on snow covered streets, and spring twilight frames historic houses. The visitor can enjoy each season to its fullest in this uniques riverside villages. World class attractions, history, boating, fishing, swimming, fine dining, quality lodging, shopping and just plain fun.... they are all here!! It is no wonder MYSTIC is Connecticut's most popular destination.
 

Accommodations

• Cancellations:  One night penalty within 7 days of your scheduled arrival. Penalty for early departures

• Check-in:  4.00pm    Check-out:  12.00 noon         

Book early as this hotel always sells out over the summer!

The seminars

Practical management of common medical problems

with

Deborah Greco D.V.M., Ph.D. 

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Senior Veterinary Consultant

Nestle-Purina Pet Care

&

Philip Bergman D.V.M., Ph.D. 

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine- Oncology

Chief Medical Officer

Brightheart Pet Health

 

This course will present the recent diagnostic and therapeutic breakthroughs for some of the most common internal medicine problems using a combination of didactic and case-based teaching. The majority of the problems will be presented in 30 minutes or less to maximize the material you take with you to your practice.

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. Phil Bergman is currently the CMO of Brighheart Pet Care- prior to taking on this position Dr. Bergman was  Head of the prestigious Donaldson-Atwood Cancer Clinic (associated with the AMC) in New York City. Phil has also lectured extensively around the world and is known for his practical style of lecturing.

Both speakers have lectured at the regional and national meetings and have promised me that the seminars have been structured to maximize the material that you will take with you to your practice.

 

The latest thoughts on management of the diabetic cat- this is all new information that will change the way you manage these patients! Also how to manage those difficult canine patients

Oral hypoglycemics—Fact or fiction?

Management of the brittle diabetic.

How should I manage emergencies in diabetic cats

Advances in insulin therapy: Getting the glucose curve you want.

Treatment of the recalcitrant hyperthyroid cat—I131? Tapazole? Surgery? Ipodate?

How should I manage thyroid emergencies in cats (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, renal failure, thyroid storm, hypocalcemia)?

How common is canine and feline hypertension?

How should I manage hypertension?

How should I diagnose hyperadrenocorticism in dogs?

How should I manage dogs with hyperadrenocorticism?

Do cats develop hyperadrenocorticism?

How should I diagnose hypoadrenocorticism in dogs and cats?

How should I manage hypoadrenocorticism in dogs and cats?

	Why Treat Cancer?
	Lumps and Bumps: What can you do? What is the best way to diagnose the problem?
	Canine Lymphoma: How do I diagnose and are there effective treatments?
	Feline Lymphoma: Cats are NOT Small Dogs- Can this be managed?
	Soft Tissue Sarcomas- What should i tell the owner?
	Mast Cell Tumors: The Latest and Greatest- What are the current recommendations?
	Feline Vaccine Associated Sarcoma- do we know what is the cause & how to treat?
	Paragynecology: Perianal and Mammary Tumors- what is the best way to manage?
	Oral Tumors: The good, the Bad and the Ugly- What about the Melanoma vaccine?
	Feline Head and Neck Tumors- care we making any advances in management?
	Paraneoplastic Syndromes- what should we be looking for?
	Chemotherapy Associated Nausea/Emesis: What about the newer medications?
	Chemotherapy Drug Delivery- in general practice?
	When and How to Irradiate?
	Oncology Interactive Cases

Case reports and videos will be included throughout the seminars to emphasize each topic

 

Seminar schedule:

Registration

        Friday July 24        7.15am - 8.00am

Seminars      

        Friday, Saturday    8.00am - 1.30pm

      Sunday                  8.00am - 1.00pm

Continental breakfast   7.15am - 8.00am daily

 

Registration fee: (16 AAVSB RACE approved CE hours. Accepted in CT, MA, RI, NH, ME, VT and PA)

                   

	Earlybird by by June 8         $625.00
	Advanced by July 8              $645.00
	Regular                                     $665.00

•             Complete seminar notes
•             Continental breakfast daily

• Certificate of completion

Cancellation: 90% refund to 30 days. Seminar transfer only, inside 30 days

 

CE credits

IVS is an AAVSB 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.

IVS complies with the following guidelines:

• Speakers are recognized specialists
• Mandatory recorded attendance
• Certificate of attendance
• Complete seminar notes

 

              

 

 

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