The Sands at Grace Bay

The Sands at Grace Bay couldn’t be in a better location in the Turks and Caicos Islands. This gracious six-acre four-star resort is situated on famous Grace Bay Beach, a 12-mile expanse of white powder sand considered to be one of the best beaches in all of the Caribbean. The beauty of the beach and its companion turquoise clear water is complimented by the resort’s lush garden courtyard with three free-form swimming pools. The pools are adorned by a cascading waterfall, a relaxing Jacuzzi and small grottoes. An additional circular swimming pool is beachside. Guests take in the sun while relaxing on chaise lounges and stay cool under oversized canvas umbrellas. Fresh terry cloth pool towels are made available for guests’ daily use during their stay.

 

All Studios have kitchenettes that include a mini-fridge, microwave oven, toaster, coffeemaker, dinnerware, cutlery and a small sink. Also, each unit has ceiling fans, air-conditioning, color television w/ remote, cable television, data port hook-ups, a clock radio, in-room safes, washer/dryer (available in all Studio Garden Views and some Studio Ocean Views), and direct-dial telephones. Studio Courtyard Maximum Occupancy is two (2). Master bedroom with Queen sized bed and full bathroom, sitting area, a view from bedroom window into courtyard.   Studio Gardenview Maximum Occupancy is two (2). Master bedroom with King sized bed and full bathroom, sitting area, a view of the garden, with private screened balcony.   Studio Oceanview Maximum Occupancy is two (2). Master bedroom with King or Queen sized bed, full bathroom, private screened balcony with oceanview.   Studio Oceanfront Maximum Occupancy is two (2). Master bedroom with Queen sized bed, full bathroom, and private screened balcony facing the ocean with sitting room.   Hemingway's Restaurant & Bar - oceanfront location serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Beach & pool cocktail service Tour & excursion desk Concierge service for car rental, taxi and all other reservations you may require On-site dive shop by "Caico's Adventures" 18-hole championship golf course - less than five minute drive 3 swimming pools with waterfall connected via canals Outdoor in-ground jacuzzi On site massage therapy and spa treatments by Spa Tropique Fully air-conditioned fitness center Convenience store Hospitality center Jewelry shop Tennis court Coconut grove with hammocks

 

Rate:

Studio Courtyard: $257.00 dbl/night

Studio Gardenview: $315.00 dbl.night

Studio Oceanview: $360.00 dbl/night

One bedroom Gardenview suite: $383.00 dbl/night

One, two & three bedroom suites with all views also available upon request.

Continuing education

Mary Glaze D.V.M., a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists, currently is employed as a referral Ophthalmologist in Houston Texas, where she manages many of the common problems encountered by the general practitioner. Prior to 2001, Mary was a Professor of Ophthalmology and clinical Ophthalmologist at Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Glaze has published an atlas of feline ophthalmology and has published widely in veterinary texts and journals. Because of her ability to present informative and entertaining lectures Dr. Glaze has been invited to present over 130 clinical presentations in the U.S., Australia, Puerto Rico, Canada, Japan and Germany.

Dr. Craig Griffin is the founding partner of referral dermatology practices in Garden Grove (Los Angeles) and San Diego. Being in the largest private referral practices means that Craig has probably seen and treated it all. This also means that he will be presenting practical methods of treatment! Dr. Griffin is one of the leading Veterinary Dermatologists and has written chapters and articles in most of the texts and journals. He is a co-author of Small Animal Dermatology and is a frequent speaker at all the major conferences in the U.S. and around the world.

Catriona MacPhail is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Colorado State University who is actively involved with the management of patients admitted to the university clinics and with the ongoing management of patients requiring surgery.

I have asked the speakers to discuss how they actually manage the cases presented. All to often this is not the main focus of many lectures and is not adequately presented in a detailed fashion.  Cases will also be presented to allow for a more complete discussion of the topics. 

• Practical thoughts on eye examinations

Elements of a complete examination using a penlight and 3 ancillary diagnostic tests. Hear practical examination tips based on 15 years in a dimly lit room.

 

• The first ocular examination

The eyes of puppies and kittens can look considerably different. See what is acceptable in the immature eye, what problems can be appreciated during the patients first ocular exam and what can be done to manage such problems as entropion

 

• Corneal ulcers-routine and difficult

What to do when an ulcer persists or progresses despite conventional therapy. What's new in the management of the superficial ulcer, recurrent epithelial erosion and deep/perforating (real deep!) corneal ulcers.

• Choosing the appropriate drugs

Find out which antibiotics, anti- inflammatories and other selected drugs are best and why

• Differential diagnosis and management of the red eye

Anterior uveitis, glaucoma and conjunctivitis are common causes of a red eye. Here's a simplified system for distinguishing one from another, along with recommendations for therapy.

• Persistent ocular discharge

Yellow, tenacious exudates and brown-stained facial hairs are colorfull consequences of canine lacrimal and nasolacrimal diseases. Includes easy diagnostic and realistic treatment regiments for keratoconjunctivitis sicca and epiphora.

• Ocular emergencies

Practical solutions for injuries including eyelid lacerations, corneal lacerations, ocular foreign bodies, the proptosed globe and hyphema/intraocular hemorrhage. Learn to predict which individuals have the best prognosis for vision and comfort

• Feline ophthalmology

A discussion of unique feline features including eyelid agenesis, eosinophilic keratitis, corneal sequestrations, herpetic keratitis, infectious conjunctivitis, anterior uveitis and glaucoma

• Geriatric ophthalmology

A discussion of the aging canine and feline eye, including corneal mineralization, cataracts, retinal detachment, endothelial dystophy and tumors

• Otitis externa & media- including practical tips on how to manage this difficult problem

• Diagnostic procedures- what's new 

• Cutaneous cytology- learn how to incorporate this important diagnostic method

• Malassezia infections- more common than you think

• Intractable otitis externa- can anything be done?

• Which medications really work

• Immune mediated diseases

• Chin disease in the cat--More than just feline acne?

• The intrigue of pemphigus foliaceous--principles of recognition, diagnosis, and therapy.

• Diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in the cat: eosinophilic granuloma complex, otitis externa, demidicosis, dermatophytosis, atypical mycobacteriosis, lymphocytic-plasmacytic stomatitis

• The itchy face: 

  •         Food allergy

  •         Atopy

  •         Intradermal skin testing

  •         In vitro allergy testing- does it work?

  •         Non-steroidal therapies

  •         Dermatophytosis

• Lateral ear canal resections

• Surgical management of brachycephalic syndrome (stenotic nares, elongated soft palate, everted laryngeal saccules

• Diagnosis of canine laryngeal paralysis

• Surgical management and prognosis of canine laryngeal paralysis 

• Diagnosis and Treatment of Feline Nasopharyngeal Polyps

Schedule:

Sunday  March 22:

Travel day

Monday March 23:

Tuesday  March 24:

Seminar registration: American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE approved for 18 CE hrs.

Early bird:

                            mailed by Feb. 3, 2009           $645.00

Advanced:

                            mailed by March 6, 2009       $665.00

Regular:

                           mailed after March 6, 2009    $685.00

Seminar registration fee includes: