February 2, 2005  Some rooms still available- please call 800-487-5650

Our 3rd visit to the Rockies

Steamboat Springs, Colorado ski seminar  

February 28 - March 2, 2005

Cool cat topics

with 

Catriona MacPhail D.V.M.  

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary 

Surgeons

Michael Lappin D.V.M., Ph.D.  

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary 

Internal Medicine

Colorado State University

(AAVSB approved for 16 CE hrs)

Steamboat Springs is one of Colorado's premier destinations for world-class skiing and year-round entertainment for the whole family. During the winter, Steamboat provides skiing and snowboard terrain for all levels. 

While in Steamboat, chances are that you will get to see one of our many Olympians practicing or competing in Nordic events at Howleson Hill or Freestyle Events on Mt. Werner. Known as "Ski Town USA" Steamboat is home to more Olympians (56 and counting) than any other town in the United States. 

You can also enjoy snowshoeing or cross country skiing on Rabbit Ears Pass. Take a snowmobile tour or dogsled ride through the backcountry. View Steamboat from the sky in a hot air balloon. Or relax your muscles in the natural hot springs of Strawberry Park. In the evening take a sleigh ride to dinner on the mountain or to a quaint country inn.

Restaurants:  

Sevens Restaurant, located at the base of the ski area next to the Silver Bullet Gondola, offers a warm western atmosphere with great views of the slopes. From American continental cuisine to Sheraton Cuisine Essentials, there is something to tantalize all tastes and all ages for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Enjoy your favorite drink in front of the fireplace in 3 Saddles Bar and Grill. Serving appetizers and late night sandwiches, we also boast one of the best decks in Steamboat.

Bear River Bar and Grill knows how to keep our visitors entertained year-round. During the winter, we'll dazzle our skiers with everything from karaoke to comedy. When the sun is shining and the temperatures are rising, we offer a daily BBQ on our deck. There are also many wonderful restaurants in the Steamboat Ski area and downtown.

How to get there

Complete directions will be mailed with your registration

You'll notice our warm hospitality the moment you enter our lobby - from a friendly greeting to our western décor, leather furnishings, and beautiful sculptures. Our concierge staff will be happy to assist you in making dinner reservations or one of the many other great activities Steamboat has to offer.

From December to April, Steamboat is a winter wonderland. Our backyard is the world-class Steamboat Ski Resort, and we are literally just steps from the chairlift and the Silver Bullet Gondola. Enjoy alpine skiing, snowboarding and telemark skiing in our world famous "champagne powder." It's no wonder why Ski Magazine readers rated us one of the top five ski resorts in North America. After a day of skiing, enjoy a workout in our fitness center and steam room or just relax in our outdoor heated pool or one of seven rooftop hot tubs. The Sol Day Spa offers a variety of treatments including massages, manicures, pedicures, facials, Vishy Salt Glow and LaStone Reflexology. You can also stroll through Wildhorse Art Gallery and enjoy the many paintings and sculptures created by local and national artists or visit one of the many shops.

Sheraton Steamboat Springs room rate:

Group room rates: 

Well appointed Village view: 2 queen beds-$205.00

Valley view: $229.00

Mountain view: $249.00

Condominiums also available- please call 800-487-5650 for pricing

plus tax & resort fee (The $12 per room per day resort charge includes parking, local and toll-free connection fees, incoming faxes, in-room Starbucks coffee, transportation fee, access to the fitness room, in-room bottled water and ski & board storage in the lower level of the hotel.)

Rates available 3 days either side of the seminar- 

extra nights at same rate based on availability

The seminars:

Cool cat topics

with 

Catriona MacPhail D.V.M.  

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary 

Surgeons

Michael Lappin D.V.M., Ph.D.  

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary 

Internal Medicine

Colorado State University

Dr. Johnson is an internationally recognized expert on respiratory medicine. Lynelle contributes to all the major veterinary texts and is a frequent speaker at both the national and international meetings.  Lynelle is a frequent IVS speaker, where she has presented practical seminars

Dr. Maggs expertise at presenting practical and informative seminars has led to invitations to speak throughout the nation. He also contributes to the veterinary texts and is also a consultant for online services. 

Dr. Michael Lappin is Professor Of Medicine and Head of the Internal Medicine section & Dr. Catriona Mac Phail is a staff Surgeon at Colorado State University. They are both actively involved with the management of patients admitted to the university clinics and with the ongoing management of patients requiring intensive therapy. This  means that they will be presenting practical methods of treatment!  Both Michael and Catriona are frequent speakers and they are recognized as professional & practical speakers. 

All four speakers, (who are very personable) will present their thoughts on many of the more common feline problems that the general practitioner encounters in their practice.

The speakers will present "quick hitters" - i.e. short presentations on what's new in the following areas:

    Respiratory diseases

    Gastrointestinal diseases

    Ocular diseases

    Surgical management of common feline problems.

Helicobacteriosis

Panleukopenia

Salmonella

Campylobacter

Parasites

Inflammatory bowel disease

Tumors including lymphoma

Anorexia

Large bowel diarrhea

Medical management of constipation- what's new

Empirical treatment of gastrointestinal diseases (Giardia, Cryptosporidium, parasites, IBD, Helicobacter)

Management of inflammatory polps

Diagnosis and prevention of FIP

Diagnosis and management of dirofilariasis

Diagnosis and management of triaditis

  (pancreatitis, cholangiohepatitis, and IBD)

Medical management of constipation- what's new

Empirical treatment of gastrointestinal diseases (Giardia, Cryptosporidium, parasites, IBD, Helicobacter)

Gastro-intestinal surgery- tricks of the trade

Sneezing, Snotty-nosed Cats
Chronic feline rhinitis
Nasal masses: Cryptococcus and neoplasia

Tracheobronchial Disease
Coughing cats
When and how to do a tracheal wash
Chronic tracheobronchial disease
Bordetellosis in cats
Feline asthma and chronic bronchitis
 
Lung Disease
Bacterial pneumonia
Interstital pneumonia
Choosing respiratory drugs
Respiratory therapy
Oxygen supplementation
 
Pleural Disease
Rational diagnostic testing
Atraumatic thoracocentesis
When and how to place a chest tube
Can chylothorax be managed?
Pyothorax and FIP
 
Respiratory Emergencies
Where is the problem?
Initial management of respiratory distress
Laryngeal paralysis
Why is this cat blue?

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?

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 cantreat!

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?

 

Monday 7.00am - 9.30am

4.30pm-7.00pm

 

Tuesday    

7.00am - 9.30am

4.30pm-7.00pm

Wednesday  

7.00am - 1.00pm  

Videos will be utilized to present

practical interactive cases!

 

Seminar schedule

                                   4.30pm - 7.00pm

• Earlybird         mailed before January 14      $545.00    

• Regular            mailed after January 14         $565.00

Technicians - subtract $80.00

• Complete notes

• Continental breakfast daily

• Certificate of attendance

Seminar transfer only after January 26, 2005

or call 1-800-487-5650

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

IVS is an American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE approved provider of Continuing education. 

This seminar is approved for 16 CE hrs. in most states including Colorado.

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.