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7th fall Caribbean seminar

St. Thomas   USVI 

November 4 - 7, 2007

Hot topics in medicine

Debora Greco  D.V.M., DACVIM

Senior Consultant

Nestle Purina

Sandy beaches. Gentle breezes. Inviting pools. And plenty of soothing sunshine. Best of all, you’ll find it all just a short flight away. The only thing you might lose track of is the hectic pace back home. You're invited to take a trip to paradise.

Ritz Carlton St. Thomas

 Please call 800-487-5650 for hotel availability

     There is a 4 night minimum stay required   

Group room rate

Resort view: $209.00 double/night

Ocean view: $259.00 dbl/night

Club rooms and Exec suites available on request.

Not included in the room charge:

•  The above rates are subject to an 8% state and local taxes.

•  Baggage Handling:  $8.00 total, per person, in and out

•  Room Attendant:      $4.00 per day, per room

• The maximum number of people per guest room is three (3) adults or two (2) adults and two (2) children.  A maximum of two (2) children per room, under the age of twelve are complimentary.  There will be an additional charge of $30.00 per day for each additional person over age 12 and/or over two (2) adults in a guestroom.  Charges for roll-aways and cribs may apply.

   

In addition to the room rate, there is a twenty-five dollar ($25.00) resort fee charged per room/per day. The resort fee covers the following wide variety of additional services and activities provided for your enjoyment:

 (Because of our long term relationship- the Ritz- Carlton has agreed to discount the $45.00 resort fee to $25.00)

                   Complimentary valet parking

Complimentary use of the Fitness Center

                  Complimentary use of the Tennis Courts

Complimentary local phone calls

Complimentary Wireless, high speed Internet access

Complimentary in-room coffee service

Complimentary use of the following non-motorized water sports equipment (weather permitting and based on availability):

o        Hobie Cats

o        Kayaks

o        Snorkeling Equipment

o        Windsurfing

Complimentary participation in the following activities (weather permitting and based on availability):

o        Daily Aqua Rejuvenation classes

o        Island shopping “insider” tips

o        Daily shopping shuttle to Charlotte Amalie

o        Beach Power Walk & Run

o        Yoga

o        Garden Tours

o        Hobie Cat Clinic

o        Windsurfing Clinic

o        Snorkeling Clinic

o        Tennis Clinic

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Situated on a 30-acre secluded estate along Great Bay on the eastern tip of St. Thomas Caribbean hotel featuring 180 guestrooms and suites, each with a private balcony or terrace Spa, salon and fitness center  Infinity-edge pool, traditional pool and Jacuzzi Great Bay and Coconut Cove beaches Aquatic Center featuring non-motorized water activities on property The Lady Lynsey, a 53-foot luxury catamaran, available for day sails, sunset cruises and private charters Four dining venues featuring Caribbean-inspired cuisine and spectacular island views More than 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and function space perfect for business meetings, retreats, weddings or receptions Important Notice to Our Guests text goes here LOCALE 20 minutes from Charlotte Amalie 30 minutes from Cyril E. King International Airport 15 minutes by ferry to St. John 15 minutes from the Mahogany Run 18-hole championship golf course   ADDRESS/PHONE The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas 6900 Great Bay St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands 00802 U.S.A. Phone: (340) 775-3333 Fax: (340) 775-4444 DINING For dining reservations call (340) 775-3333. Sails- Oceanfront Grill Sails is a casual oceanfront dining experience. Bleuwater- A Seafood Restaurant Island casual, yet decidedly sophisticated. Bleuwater captures the tranquil beauty of ocean waters and inspires the palate with the freshest local seafood. Great Bay Lounge- Spirits, Wines and Small Plates Great Bay Lounge is a relaxed, evening retreat featuring light fare. Coconut Cove Beach Bar and Grill Tropical breezes await you at this casual beachfront restaurant serving traditional island favorites. SUGGESTED TRANSPORTATION If you require transportation assistance, or if you have other personal requests, please call Guest Services at (340) 775-3333.     The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas offers 180 luxurious guestrooms, including ocean view and deluxe rooms and suites. Featuring décor inspired by the Caribbean sand and sea, the newly remodeled accommodations are tucked into Mediterranean-style villas overlooking Great Bay. In-Room Features Private balcony or terrace with all guestrooms 24-hour room service Twice-daily housekeeping In-room safe 32-inch high-definition, LCD flat-panel television Wireless, high-speed Internet access Nintendo 64 systems Evening turndown Fully stocked refreshment cabinet Coffee maker with complimentary coffee Laundry service Bath butler and bath menu services

 

Call 1-800-487-5650 for rooms at the group rate

The seminars

Hot topics in medicine

with

 

Deborah Greco D.V.M., DACVIM

Senior Veterinary Consultant

Nestle Purina

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.

 

• The topics

       

The latest thoughts on management of the diabetic cat- this is all new information that will change the way you manage these 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 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?

 

 

Seminar schedule:

                    Sunday, November 4:                                                            Welcome reception and registration

 6.30pm- 7.30pm

                    Monday   November 5:

Lectures: 2.00pm - 6.30pm

                   Tuesday November 6

                  Wednesday November 7:

Continental breakfast: 7.15am - 8.00am

Lectures: 8.00am - 1.00pm

Please call 800-487-5650 for hotel availability

Registration fee: (American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE approved for 15 CE hrs.)

	Earlybird  by Sept. 14                    US$615.00
	Advanced by October 15             US$635.00
	Regular after October 15              US$655.00

•             Complete seminar notes
•             Continental breakfast Tuesday & Wednesday
•             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 15 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.