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Our 7th visit to
Georgia May 15 - 17, 2009 Practical management of common gastro-intestinal problems with David Twedt D.V.M. Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Professor of Medicine Colorado State University & Kenneth Simpson B.V.M&S. Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Associate Professor of MedicineCornell University
Savannah is the sultry and mysterious "Belle" on the Southeastern coast.
Savannah captivates the suitors with her natural beauty, eccentric charm and
traditional Southern Hospitality. Savannah’s Historic District is a 2.5-mile walking district full of bistros,
quaint shops, green squares and grand architecture. Accommodations
Welcome to historic Savannah's finest and most elegant hotel...the Award Winning Mulberry Inn. Located on beautiful Washington Square and within steps of Savannah's rich history, The Mulberry Inn takes you back to the elegance and graciousness of another era. Throughout the hotel, you are sure to find that the period furnishings, oil paintings, polished hardwood floors, and elegant chandeliers offer an endless escape into Savannah's rich history. The Mulberry represents a style of service and hospitality that is traditional to the Old South. The hotel features 145 graciously designed guestrooms and suites. Whether your traveling alone, with a group or your family, our accommodations were designed with your in mind. All our rooms and suites include a coffee maker, hair dryer and iron & ironing board...you'll feel right at home! Enjoy the luxury of a deluxe guest room that features 27" cable television, VCR, refrigerator and much more. For extra comfort, pamper yourself in one of our spacious well-appointed suites. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner in our picturesque Courtyard Café and cocktails in Sgt. Jasper's Tavern. Slip away with your favorite book in our beautifully appointed Living Room, while enjoying afternoon tea and dessert treats from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. Relax by our heated outdoor swimming pool, hot tub or just sit back and enjoy the beauty of our lavishly landscaped Courtyard.
Group Room rate:$184.00/night single or double (plus tax & $1.00 city occupancy tax) Parking fee: $8.00 per day for registered guests Cancellations: A one night cancellation charge will be made to your credit card if you cancel within 14 days of your scheduled arrival.
Continuing education Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Professor of Medicine Colorado State University & Kenneth Simpson B.V.M&S. Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Associate Professor of MedicineCornell University This course will present a practical approach to the diagnosis and management of the most common gastrointestinal problems using a combination of didactic and case-based teaching. Dr. Twedt and Dr. Simpson are two of the worlds leading authorities on gastrointestinal diseases. Dr. Twedt expertise also involves both endoscopic and laproscopic diagnostic techniques. Both speakers have published extensively in all the major journals & texts including JAVMA, Compendium on Continuing Education & Textbook of Internal Medicine. 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 lectures will detail how to manage the majority of the problems when you don't have access to an endoscope! Regurgitation-diagnostic considerations Megaesophagus- has anything changed? Esophagitis - which drugs to reach for Gastro-esophageal reflux- can it be diagnosed? and how to treat Esophageal foreign bodies- do you always need an endoscope to remove? Hiatal hernias- more common than you think- what can be done? Feeding tubesWhen are they indicated? Esophagostomy & PEG tubes- technique tips for the busy practitioner. Gastric disease Clinical approach to vomiting- determining the cause– it’s not always easy! Initial diagnotics & therapeutics in practice Chronic gastric disease Gastric ulceration Helicobacter-diagnosis & therapy Gastric motility disorders-clinical tests & therapy- GI dilemmas- which anti-emetic? which antacid ?
Pancreatitis- more common than you thought! - what’s new in the diagnosis and management of this disease. What about the new tests- how to interpret them..
Diagnostic steps in practice Giardiasis Eosinophilic gastroenteritis Inflammatory bowel disease Idiopathic villous atrophy Bacterial overgrowth Lymphangectasia Clostridium Perfringens Clinical approach to treatment- what are the logical steps in a busy practice Trial therapies Chronic Colitis Diagnostic approach Fecal smears Fecal cytology Fecal cultures Clinical approach to treatment New drugs for the GI tract What is available & what is coming?Elevated liver enzymes - what now? Yellow cats-where to start? Megacolon Medical management What about cisapride? Endoscopy & laparoscopy Indications for useGain a new understanding of what these techniques can offer & their limitations
Seminar schedule: (16 Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Louisiana & South Carolina approved CE hrs- also American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE approved for 16 CE hrs)Registration Friday May 15 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 Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, Louisiana & South Carolina approved CE hrs- also American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE approved for 16 CE hrs)
IVS complies with the following guidelines:
IVS is an American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE approved provider of Continuing education. #13
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.
Register for the seminar online or by mail, fax or phone 1-800-487-5650
For more information, visit the Savannah Visitors Bureau For Hotel information, visit The Mulberry Inn
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Savannah
elcome
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
Awaits Your Arrival!
The Mulberry Inn 
