NAVC Conference 2010 Brochure Information

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Saturday, January 16, 2010 • Gaylord Palms • Osceola Ballroom

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Don’t miss these personalities and moreat the 2010 NAVC opening ceremony,

featuring impressionist Frank Caliendo.

Join us to celebrate the beginning of NAVC by attending an exciting evening of entertainment and

professional honors, including the presentation of the prestigious Mark L. Morris Sr. Lifetime Achievement

Award and the announcement of the technician who will present the Jack L. Mara Memorial Lecture.

Impressionist and comedian Frank Caliendo will kick things off with his side-splitting comedy routine.

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NAVC SPONSORSAB Science USA

AbaxisAbbott Laboratories Animal Health

American Heartworm SocietyAmerican Veterinary Exhibitors Association

ASPCAAVEPA

British Small Animal Veterinary AssociationBanfield. The Pet Hospitals

Bayer Animal HealthBoehringer Ingelheim

Campbell Pet CompanyCAPCCEVA

DermaPetElanco

Endoscopy Support ServicesFlorida Veterinary Medical Association

German Small Animal Veterinary AssociationHarrisons’ Pet ProductsHill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc

Humane Society Veterinary Medical AssociationIDEXX Laboratories

Intervet Schering-Plough Animal HealthKarl Storz

Live Oak BankLouisiana State University

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 6-8 Program Highlights So much to look forward to at this year’s NAVC Conference!

10-11 Labs and Demos Descriptions of this year’s sessions geared towards veterinarians.

14-15 Vet Tech Labs and Demos Descriptions of this year’s sessions geared towards Veterinary Technicians.

20 NAVC Housing Information and pricing for the official and alternative NAVC Conference hotels.

22-27 Notable Events / Feature Entertainment All the best entertainment options during the NAVC Conference.

33-36 Top Family Attractions There are many activities available to you and your family in Orlando this year.

38-50 NAVC Conference Registration Form

52-83 Scientific Program Grids Your comprehensive guide for the sessions presented at this year’s NAVC Conference.


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PRESIDENT’S LETTERDear Friends of the NAVC,

It is with genuine pleasure that I welcome you to the NAVC Conference 2010!

In many ways it is hard to believe another year has passed and we are making plans to be in Orlando in January. Yet that is a good thing and we are certainly looking forward to seeing you! There is no question that 2009 has been a year of challenge. Local, state, national and international concerns have been on all of our minds, and economic worries have placed us all in a state of contemplating the known and the unknown. “What ifs…” have had a dominant role in lots of planning and thinking as current and future considerations are on the table. Those of us dedicated to making the NAVC Conference the very best are no different. This has been a year of introspection and yet exciting planning too. We are very happy that you will be with us this year and we look forward to kicking 2010 off to a rewarding start with all of us together in Orlando!

Veterinarians’ resources have traditionally required steady, thoughtful stewardship to maximize returns for efforts and dollars spent. That is common ground in our profession and something we take literally and seriously at the NAVC. We want you to have the best experience possible when putting forward your hard earned money. In planning new experiences, and working with proven events, we strive to bring you the best return on your continuing education investment. We take very seriously our dedication to bringing world class continuing education to the veterinary heath care team. It is our sincere hope that these efforts on your behalf will be palpable to you in the NAVC Conference 2010.

Everyone working with the NAVC would like to make our sincere thanks known to all of our sponsors, exhibitors and attendees. Without you – this wonderful event would not happen. We have great instructors prepared to offer a world class educational experience and our thanks go to those individuals as well. I would like to personally thank our NAVC staff and board members, who work so hard behind the scenes to make the NAVC what it is. It takes many large and small steps to make the

NAVC Conference the event that it is, and “thank you” seems small indeed when expressing our gratitude. But our personal and collective excitement, anticipation and appreciation of having us all together is genuine indeed!

So keep us on your planner and make those reservations for January. We will be waiting and working to make this the best NAVC yet!

Earl M. Gaughan, DVM, DACVS

President, NAVC

FROM THE DESK of PRESIDENT Dr. Earl Gaughn

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Create your own “Meeting within a Meeting”At the ORLANDO WORLD CENTER MARRIOTTTechnicians, Practice Managers & Receptionists, Exotic Animal

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Almost half of the small animal sessions including: Acupuncture, Dentistry, Dermatology, Endoscopy, Holistic Medicine, Hospital Design, Masterclasses and Meet the Professor Luncheons, Medicine, Surgery, The Next Level AND the beautiful 100,000 sq.ft. exhibition hall featuring more than 200 booths.

• 3-track Veterinary Technician Program • “Practice Superstars” • Technician Masterclasses • 4-day, two-track Practice Management Symposium • Exotic Companion Mammal – Surgery and Diagnostics • Reptiles – Analgesia and Anesthesia • Aquatic Medicine • Zoo Animals • Wildlife Medicine and Conservation • Avian – Infectious Diseases • Exotics – Latest and Greatest

WE HAVE SOMETHING FOR EVERY MEMbER OF YOUR TEAMOnce again we are offering a special fee for multi-person registrations. Please remember that in order to receive the discount, all participating registrants MUST submit their individual registration forms and the names of other individuals MUST be noted on the form. SO BRING THE WHOLE PRACTICE AND SAVE!

INTERNATIONAL OUTREACHNAVC has developed strong relationships with a number of international veterinary associations. This is highlighted by reciprocal programming – we present an “NAVC Day” at their national meeting and they present a day of programming at our meeting featuring some of their best speakers. This year we proudly present the WSAVA Animal Welfare Symposium, the GSAVA Gastroenterology Symposium, the BSAVA Neurology Symposium and the AVEPA Clinical Pathology Symposium.

VETERINARy STUDENT LUNChESSATURDAy-TUESDAyNestlé Purina invites all veterinary students to join them in the Student Lounge Saturday through Tuesday on the piazza of the Gaylord Palms Convention Center. Students not only get a free lunch and snacks, but also the opportunity to network with fellow students, interact with industry representatives and win some great prizes! It’s free, fun and you won’t want to miss it!

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE NAVC CONFERENCE 2010

Morris Animal Foundation’s Keynote Luncheon featuring Dr. Stephen J. O’Brien, Chief of the Laboratory of Genomic Diversity at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and author of the book “Tears of the Cheetah and Other Tales from the Genetic Frontier”Opening Ceremony featuring the comedy of impressionist Frank CaliendoBayer Evening entertainmentAVMA/PLIT Symposium2-day Shelter Medicine Symposium2-Day Hospital Design Symposium2-Day Canine Sports Medicine Program“Thriving in Turbulant Economic Times” (formerly The Elephant in the Room forum) International Wound Healing ProgramComprehensive Evening ProgramsSpecial General Interest Evening ProgramsAutotutorials Room: our comprehensive autotutorial program will be open for 12 hours daily Sunday through Wednesday. Check it out!NAVC PrimeTimeTM - your own in-house TV network

FOOD ANIMALTHE JAMES A. JARRETT MEMORIAL LECTURE • Monday, January 18 – 1:45 – 2:35 pm • Gaylord Palms Hotel • This year’s featured speaker, Dr. John Thomson.

DON’T MISS THE POPULAR FOOD ANIMAL PRACTITIONERS’ bREAKFAST WITH THE SPONSORSFood Animal Parasitology Symposium2-day Swine ProgramAmerican Association of Bovine Practitioners Program2-day American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners ProgramComplete Beef and Dairy SessionsDisease at the Wildlife/Livestock Interface

THEN THERE IS THE ExCITEMENT OF THE GAYLORD PALMS:Over 500 vendors in a 178,000 sq.ft. exhibition hall, the Opening Ceremony, Monday Evening Bayer Extravaganza, Novartis Final Night Party

NOT TO MENTIONThe rest of the small animal sessions, Equine, Evening Seminars, Food Animal and Sponsored evening sessions

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HOW DO YOU LEARN? • CHOOSE A FORMAT THAT FITS YOUWe do not all learn in the same way. If you prefer something different than the standard lecture format, try our interactive sessions such as...

Evening Sessions• Integrating Veterinary and Family Medicine: Pets in the Family Life Cycle – Dr. Kate Hodgson

• Rift Valley Fever and Other Emerging Zoonotic Diseases – Are We Prepared? – Dr. Paul Gibbs

• Companion Animals in Fine Art: The More You Look, the More You See – Dr. Andrew Edney

• Small Animal Film Reading – Drs. Eric Herrgesell and Bill Hornof

• 2 Million Acres, 50 Thousand bison, 1 Veterinarian – Dr. David Hunter

• FVMA Pharmacology – Dr. Alistair Webb

• A Day in the Life of Kruger National Park’s Chief Veterinarian – Dr. Roy bengis

NAVC MASTERCLASS SERIES sponsored by METACAM®: Become actively involved in the learning process in case-oriented small group discussions. Registration is limited to 30 and there is a $10.00 fee. Please indicate a first and second choice on the registration form. Seating will only be held for five minutes after posted starting times.

NAVC MEET THE PROFESSOR LUNCHEONS:A tradition at our Conference, Meet the Professor luncheons are scheduled Saturday through Wednesday. These informal lunch seminars provide the opportunity for scholarly discussions with leading clinicians. Registration is limited to 30 veterinarians and the fee is $30.00 each and includes lunch. Please indicate a first and second choice on the registration form.

NAVC “THE NExT LEVEL” sponsored by Virbac An interactive group discussion that will challenge participants to think more deeply about specific medical or surgical problems. The overall format is left up to the speakers, but most sessions will be in the form of case presentations which stress pathophysiology and the pharmacological basis of therapy. If you have previously participated in Masterclasses at the NAVC you will recognize this as a similar format. You should also expect, as the name implies, that the material presented will be at a higher and more challenging level.

STATE OF THE ART LECTURES sponsored by Novartis - Saturday, January 16 – Shining a Flashlight on Feline Degenerative Disease – Dr. D. Lascelles. •Sunday, January 17 – Advances in Cardiac Therapeutics: Turning the Non-Treatable into theTreatable–Dr.A.Estrada.•Monday, January 18 - Liver and Pancreas – What’s New? - Dr. D. Twedt. •Tuesday, January 19 – Fluid Resuscitation – What’s New? – Dr. S. Marks

hELP US hELP yOUR fUTURE COLLEAgUES.By donating $5, $10, $25, or $50 you can help fund our Student Scholarship Program. IT’S EASY - just add the amount you wish to donate on the Registration Fee Worksheet.

AB Science is proud to sponsor the Veterinary Cancer Society Keynote Lecture which will be held on January 20, 2010 from 12:00 – 1:30 PM. The keynote lecture in veterinary oncology will be presented by Dr. Barbara Kitchell, board-certified veterinary oncologist and president of the Veterinary Cancer Society. The keynote lecture will recognize and honor the winner of the Dr. Gordon Theilen Lifetime Achievement Award in Veterinary Oncology.

The AVMA/PLIT Presents: Insurance, estate and financial planning. What will you need? Open to all registrants and Guests.

Saturday January 16 - Orlando World Center Marriott


LABS AND DEMOS

Avian Emergency Techniques – Keeping the Bird AliveLearn and practice important emergency response procedures to keep your avian patients alive and stable including blood pressure monitoring, air sac cannulation, intraosseous catheter placement, blood feather management, endotracheal intubation, gavage feeding, fluid administration, pain management, anesthesia and bandaging techniques. This is a terminal lab using chickens as a model for psittacines.

Bandaging of DogsHave you ever had a dressing fall off or lose effectiveness at or soon after the patient is discharged? Under the guidance of experts, learn how to apply bandages in “Hard-to- Bandage” areas including ear/head, elbow, paw, pelvic area, and tail. Special tips associated with each bandage will be covered.

Behavior – Managing Stress and Anxiety in DogsIn this case-based workshop for veterinarians, learn how to recognize behavioral signs of stress and anxiety in dogs, how to respond, and how to conduct a behavioral assessment in general practice and make it profitable. Understand how to teach relaxation exercises to dogs and owners. You will be guided step-by-step through example cases commonly seen in general practice

Canine EndoscopyOnly three veterinarians per station guarantees plenty of “scope time” for everyone. Learn and practice the fundamentals of GI flexible endoscopy on live dogs including esophagoscopy, gastroscopy, and duodenoscopy. The participants will practice proper handling of the endoscope and maneuvering skills for traversing and examining the upper GI tract. Attendance at the Saturday morning orientation lectures is highly recommended.

Canine UltrasoundLearn the fundamentals of ultrasound imaging under the personalized guidance of experts using live dogs. Improve imaging and interpretation skills even if you have not received formal instruction. Learn basic machine settings for optimal performance, locations of ultrasound probe placement for thoracic and abdominal imaging, imaging techniques, and biopsy skills using a phantom. Although the lab will be aimed at the introductory level, participants will be allocated to small groups based on previous ultrasound experience.

Casting and Splinting in Small AnimalsNever wonder if you have applied the right restraining dressing again. Under the guidance of experts, learn how to apply a routine soft padded bandage, how to splint distal limbs, how to apply spica, Ehmer and Velpeau bandages, and proper cast application in various settings. Special tips associated with each bandage will be covered.

FRANK Communication Workshop NEW ONE AND A HALF DAY FORMAT!!

Good communication skills are the key to success in practice and in life. The renowned “FRANK” 12.5 hour interactive veterinarian-client communication workshop facilitates the development of enhanced communication skills for everyday practice. Through demonstration and observation of communication skills, realistic client portrayal, constructive feedback and video reflection, improve clinical outcomes with increased client compliance, enhanced client and veterinarian satisfaction and improved staff teamwork. You will participate in intensive experiential learning; learn to work collaboratively with your clients; put communication into practice with case-based simulated client interactions; receive individualized attention in a supportive setting; brainstorm alternative communication approaches; and reflect on your own personal DVD and set goals for ongoing integration of communication skills in practice.

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Cytology WorkshopLearn the basics of one the most powerful diagnostic techniques that can be inexpensively and readily applied in any practice. Lymph node aspirates, skin masses, thoracic and joint effusions, and splenic, hepatic and renal aspirates will all be covered as well as neoplastic and infectious conditions. Instruction will be under the guidance of world renowned experts and hands-on with individual microscopes. Brief presentations using a videomicroscope will be given prior to each group of cases as a preview for the changes that are present on the glass slides. This is a very interactive laboratory with opportunity for individual attention from each of the four instructors.

Enhanced Dentistry for VeterinariansTake dentistry in your clinic to a new level as you learn the art of restorations, use advanced equipment for extractions, apply periodontal products and use composite resins to simplify management of jaw fractures. This lab will take the mystery out of modern veterinary dentistry and help you further develop this so important profit center in your practice.

Dental RadiologyA lab entirely devoted to dental radiology! Learn about the available equipment including digital equipment, indications for radiography, patient positioning, film development equipment and techniques, and identification of normal and abnormal radiographic features. This extremely

practical lab will provide the needed information to get you started with confidence in this profitable aspect of veterinary dentistry.

Emergency Procedures (Advanced)Save the lives of critically ill and injured patients! This outstanding all-day wet lab will provide demonstration and hands-on training of numerous emergency procedures including multiple vascular access procedures, intraosseous catheter placement, measurement of central venous pressure, transtracheal catheter placement, tracheotomy, chest tube placement, closed chest CPR, rapid thoracotomy for open chest CPR, aortic cross clamp, nasal tube placement (nasal, nasotracheal, nasoesophageal and nasogastric), esophagostomy, and epidural catheter placement. This wet lab will emphasize techniques that are practical and effective and only require equipment that is normally found in most veterinary hospitals.

Large Animal Emergency RescueVete r inar ians and ve te r inar y technicians are often placed in a first responder situation. Learn the equipment used in large animal emergency rescue, how to safely approach and handle a large animal that has become the victim of an incident, how to provide basic life support for a large animal victim, how to move a recumbent horse backwards, forwards, and sideways, how to lift a horse, and how to transport a recumbent horse.

Laser Advanced Wet LabDesigned for the experienced CO2 small animal laser surgeon, this lab is a must for those who want to move beyond performing only elective and routine surgeries with their CO2 laser. Advanced techniques and procedures

will be demonstrated in slide and video format, and then attendees will have opportunity to practice techniques and performprocedures on cadaver specimens under the guidance of accomplished laser surgeons. Marketing and ways to increase CO2 laser revenue will be discussed and helpful tips will be given to make laser equipment easier to use every day. Multimedia reference material will be given to each attendee.

Laser Basic Wet LabThis lab is a comprehensive introduction to the use of a CO2 surgical laser in small animal practice. New and prospective laser users will learn how CO2 lasers operate and how CO2 laser light interacts with tissue. Laser physics, CO2 laser-tissue interaction, equipment and safety, and practice implementation will be covered from a practical, practitioner’s perspective. In the lab session participants will learn to operate a CO2 laser and practice performing everyday laser techniques on tissue specimens. Exercises will demonstrate laser capabilities and techniques, and opportunity to do common clinical applications will be included. Multi-media reference materials will be given to each attendee.


LABS AND DEMOSOphthalmic Diagnostics WorkshopThis laboratory presents the basics of the complete ophthalmic examination for the general small animal practitioner. Instruction will include eye-related history taking and the proper sequence of diagnostics. Under the guidance of experts, procedures to be performed include: ophthalmoscopy (both direct and indirect); Schirmer’s tear test (STT); nasolacrimal flush (part of the nasolacrimal system exam); gonioscopy (examination of the anterior chamber angle and opening of the ciliary cleft); applanation tonometry using the TonoPen tonometer; and use of portable slit lamp biomicroscope.

Ophthalmic Surgery Wet Lab– CorneaAfter a brief introductory lecture, this hands-on wet lab will focus on the surgical therapy of corneal ulceration and the proper use of conjunctival grafts or flaps. The different types of corneal ulcers will be compared, and those requiring surgical procedures indicated. The different types of conjunctival grafts, their indications, and limitations will be presented and then performed by registrants under the guidance o f e x p e r t instructors.

Practice Management: How to Diagnose and Treat your PracticeLearn to th ink l i ke a prac t ice management consultant in this half-day, hands-on practice management wet lab. Using in-depth information on real veterinary practices, learn how to evaluate practice finances, marketing, leadership, and policies and make informed choices to improve the health of a companion animal practice. Learn a practical, step-bystep method to analyze, diagnose and treat your patient (the practice) to make informed choices for the health of your own practice. Plans will be presented in class so participants will learn from each other’s perspectives as well as practice management experts who will coach and instruct registrants throughout the process.

Abdominal Radiology WorkshopRead complex abdominal radiographs with confidence! Participants will evaluate abdominal radiographs for technical quality, apply a systematic interpretation paradigm, document radiographic abnormalities of the gastrointestinal and genitourinary

system based on a roentgen sign app roach , and d i s cu s s bas i c differential diagnostic considerations and the relative likelihood of each.

Thoracic Radiology WorkshopLearn the basics of diagnostic radiology of this most confusing diagnostic region. This intensive all-day experience will prepare you for accurate diagnosis of a wide array of pleural space, mediastinal, and pulmonary parenchymal lesions. Apply your new skills to a selection of unknown cases.

RadiosurgeryFor less than 1/10 the cost of a laser, a high frequency/low temperature 4 Mhz radiosurgery unit can introduce nearly bloodless surgery into your practice. Aspects to be covered include how to make an incision, taking biopsies, hemostasis, tumor removal, soft palate resection, dentistry, ear surgery, declaw, as well as many other common applications. Pros and cons relative to laser surgery will be discussed.

Rigid EndoscopyRetained in the line-up of wetlabs by popular demand! In a wetlab using anesthetized dogs, introduce yourself


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stem cell treatment for osteoarthritis in dogs. Learn how to identify the common features of arthritis in dogs by palpation. Become proficient in intra-articular joint injections using digital radiography and ultrasound. Learn various rehabilitative therapies for post stem cell treatment for the osteoarthritic dog. Both live dogs and cadaver tissue will be used to demonstrate the different techniques.

Stifle Repair: Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA)Learn the theory and practice the TTA technique on plastic bones and cadaver specimens under the guidance of specialists using state-of-the-art equipment and implants. This program will provide a solid introduction to TTA; an advanced procedure for management of cranial cruciate ligament rupture.

Stifle Repairusing lateral suture and crimp clampsSimplify your management of cranial cruciate ligament rupture. This wet lab will cover surgical approach to the stifle, exploration of the stifle joint, meniscal release, and joint stabilization with lateral suture and crimp clamps. Using cadaver tissue under the guidance of specialists, registrants will be prepared to incorporate this practical and highly successful orthopedic repair technique.

Urethral Catheterization (Made Easy!)Does your whole practice grind to a halt when a female dog or cat needs to undergo urethral catheterization? Are you concerned that your practice catheterization techniques may predispose to UTI? Under the guidance of experts, learn how to perform urethral catheterization efficiently to save time and cleanly to minimize the risk of

to the multipurpose small diameter rigid endoscope and discover the art of rhinoscopy, laryngoscopy, cystoscopy and vaginoscopy. The lab will cover all you need to apply this valuable diagnostic tool to your practice. This scope can also be used for otoscopy, laparoscopy and thoracoscopy.

Exotic Companion Mammals: Toys, Tools and TechniquesThis lab will introduce a number of exciting new products designed to enhance practice for the exotic companion mammal practitioner, including monitoring equipment, diagnostic equipment, surgical instruments, endotracheal and nasogastric tubes, warming devices, retractors and dental equipment. Participants will see the equipment in action, and have ample time for practice. In addition, a number of clinical techniques will be demonstrated and performed, including placement of intraosseous catheters in various species, epidural analgesia, and much more.

Small Ruminant Ultrasound and Pregnancy DeterminationUse transrectal and transabdominal ultrasound techniques to perform reproductive examinations for infertility and pregnancy diagnosis in female sheep, goats and camelids. In addition, perform transrectal and testicular examination in males as part of a fertility exam. All participants will be given opportunity for hands on experience. Each registrant will receive a CD illustrating the ultrasound appearance of pregnancy stages and reproductive abnormalities.

Stem Cell Boot CampIn this full day workshop, learn the science and practical application of

LAbORATORIES FOR VETERINARIANSUTI. This extremely practical lab will cover indications and complications of urinary catheterization, types of urinary catheters, and a proven easy-to-learn technique. Following demonstration of urinary catheter placement, participants will practice placement of various urinary catheters in numerous subjects (cadavers) under the direction of experts.

Urinalysis WorkshopAfter a brief introductory lecture on collection and analysis of urine, participants will perform urinalysis including chemical analysis and urine sediment examination with close instructor oversight. Teaching slides of the urine sediment from selected clinical cases will be evaluated microscopically by participants. Individual microscopes will be available for each person and instructors will assist them using a central video microscope and individual instruction.


bEHIND-THE-SCENESbehind-the-Scenes tours are the highlight of the week for many registrants. These tours require pre-registration and additional fees, so turn to the registration forms in the back section to plan your visit.

Swim with Florida’s Manatees, meet Shamu, experience an authentic African street party - All of these great tours arranged exclusively for NAVC.

MANATEE ENCOUNTERJoin our MANATEE ENCOUNTER beginning Saturday, January 16 for a once in a lifetime adventure. Spend the morning swimming with the “Gentle Giants” of Florida, then enjoy an afternoon at the HOMOSASSA SPRINGS STATE WILDLIFE PARK. Wetsuits, snorkels, masks, fins, transportation, lunch and instruction are included in this tour.See page 47 for registration details.

SPECIAL TOURS FOR A SPECIAL LEARNING ExPERIENCE

SEAWORLD® OF FLORIDAA perennial favorite at the NAVC, this 4.5 hour Behind-the- scenes tour takes you through all of the exciting exhibits of SeaWorld® including the Penguin Encounter, the Manatee Rescue exhibit and the Shark Encounter - you may even meet Shamu close-up.

More importantly, you will experience first hand the veterinary care and attention that the animals receive in this world famous park.See page 46 for registration details.

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THE ADVENTURE bEGINSJust after lunch as participants are taken to Disney’s Animal Kingdom® to enjoy an afternoon and evening of animal adventure, learning and fun. Once you arrive you will be treated to a special behind the scenes tours of the veterinary hospital, animal nutrition center and research laboratories. (Children under 13 years old will not be allowed behind the scenes but will be able to enjoy the rest of the theme park). In addition, participants will be able to get a unique glimpse of our state of-the-art elephant and rhinoceros buildings. Following the behind the scenes tour, you will have some free time to be able to enjoy the attractions at Disney’s Animal Kingdom®. Registrants with children under 13 years of age who plan on going behind the scenes should make sure there is another adult to accompany under-age children.

THE ADVENTURE CONTINUESAfter the theme park has closed and NAVC guests move into the Upcountry walkway which lies on the banks of the Discovery river. This beautiful jungle

pathway is tucked beneath a lush canopy of rainforest foliage and offers a breathtaking view of the Tree of Life. Here you will enjoy a private reception which includes a includes refreshments and a special menu with many traditional dishes created by the Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Chef, which will be enhanced by the sounds of the San

Tropez Caribbean band. During the reception the Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Animal Keepers will be on hand to provide you with “up-close and personal” animal encounters, which could include birds, reptiles, invertebrates, and small mammals and there may be even be a special visit my Mickey and Minnie Mouse®. Following the reception guests will move to the outdoor theatre to enjoy a special presentation by the veterinary staff of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. At the conclusion of this very special afternoon and evening, registrants will depart Disney’s Animal Kingdom® for the return trip home.

DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM® WELCOMES YOUTO A SPECIAL DAY OF ADVENTURE, LEARNING AND FUN

Tuesday January 19Tour hours: 12:30PM - 8:00PM

Tour price: $190.00/person

Price includes:• Round-trip transportation from the

Gaylord Palms Hotel• Disney’s Animal Kingdom® admission

(after 12pm ticket)• Behind-the-scenes tour of the state-of-

the-art Veterinary Hospital• Animal Nutrition Center

• Elephant and Rhinoceros Barn• 1 hour presentation by Disney’s

Animal Kingdom® Veterinarians• Dinner and beverages at Harambe

Village with entertainment• Contribution to the Disney Wildlife

Conservation Fund.

Please Note:• Children under the age of 13 will not

be able to tour behind-the-scenes• Lunch is not included - please bring

a boxed lunch on the bus.


VET TECH LABS

Technicians, Practice Managers and Receptionists can attend any and all veterinary lectures as well as their own programs which will be held at the Orlando World Center Marriott. The Marriott is a very short shuttle ride from the Gaylord Palms and other Conference hotels and will be the venue for the Technician, Practice Management Core, Exotic Animal, Hospital Design and many of the Small Animal sessions.

The technician program on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday consists of three separate tracks - General, Advanced and Specialty. We again present a spectrum of technician only hands-on laboratories and Masterclasses. Be sure to join us on Saturday January 16 for the Opening Ceremony and the comedy of impressionist Frank Caliendo sponsored by NAVC and Hill’s Pet Nutrition.

Avian Emergency Techniques – Keeping the Bird Alive

Learn and practice important emergency response procedures to keep your avian patients alive and stable including blood pressure monitoring, air sac cannulation, intraosseous catheter placement, blood feather management, endotracheal intubation, gavage feeding, fluid administration, pain management, anesthesia and bandaging techniques. This is a terminal lab using chickens as a model for psittacines.

Bandaging of Dogs

Have you ever had a dressing fall off or lose effectiveness at or soon after the patient is discharged? Under the guidance of experts, learn how to apply bandages in “Hard-to-Bandage” areas including ear/head, elbow, paw, pelvic area, and tail. Special tips associated with each bandage will be covered.

Behavior – Managing Stress and Anxiety in Dogs

Put learning theory into practice and have take-home techniques that will make dealing with dogs in practice easier. Manage anxious dogs professionally and safely in your practice. Learn how to recognize and handle behavioral signs of stress and anxiety in dogs to minimize stress and aggression. Teach dogs to respond to behavioral cues such as come, sit, stay and to “calm them on cue” in the veterinary clinic setting. The workshop will include clicker training, lure and targeting techniques, head halter fitting and body harness fitting.

Casting and Splinting in Small Animals

Become an expert in this often tricky area. Under the guidance of experts, learn how to apply a routine soft padded bandage, how to splint distal limbs, how to apply spica, Ehmer and Velpeau bandages, and proper cast application in various settings. Special tips associated with each bandage will be covered.

Cytology Workshop

Learn the basics of one the most powerful diagnostic techniques that

can be inexpensively and readily applied in any practice. Lymph node aspirates, skin masses, thoracic and joint effusions, and splenic, hepatic and renal aspirates will all be covered as well as neoplastic and infectious conditions. Instruction will be under the guidance of world renowned experts and hands-on with individual microscopes. Brief presentations using a videomicroscope will be given prior to each group of cases as a preview for the changes that are present on the glass slides. This is a very interactive laboratory with opportunity for individual attention from each of the four instructors.

Advanced Dentistry

Develop the wide range of skills required to operate a dental operatory in a general practice. Learn advanced dental topics such as intraoral (digital and conventional) radiography, charting, scaling, polishing and instrumentation, sealant/simple restorative and perioceutic applications, and developing a dental pain management protocol that includes local nerve blocks.

Dental Radiology

A lab entirely devoted to dental radiology! Learn about the available equipment including digital equipment, indications for radiography, patient positioning, film development

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bOTH MUST-SEE NAVC CONFERENCE ExPERIENCES!equipment and techniques, and identification of normal and abnormal radiographic features. This extremely practical lab will provide the needed information to get you started with confidence in this profitable aspect of veterinary dentistry.

Large Animal Emergency Rescue

Veterinarians and veterinary technicians are often placed in a first responder situation. Learn the equipment used in large animal emergency rescue, how to safely approach and handle a large animal that has become the victim of an incident, how to provide basic life support for a large animal victim, how to move a recumbent horse backwards, forwards, and sideways, how to lift a horse, and how to transport a recumbent horse.

Laser Basic Wet Lab

This popular full day workshop is a comprehensive introduction to the use of CO2 surgical lasers in a small animal practice. Participants will learn technical support of CO2 laser operation. The workshop features filmed case presentations by accomplished laser surgeons. The fundamentals of laser physics, safety, and laser-tissue interactions are included. Multi-media reference materials will be given to each registrant.

Practice Management: How to Diagnose and Treat your Practice (for Practice Managers)

Learn to think like a practice management consultant in this half-day, hands-on practice management

wet lab. Using in-depth information on real veterinary practices, learn how to evaluate practice finances, marketing, leadership and policies and make informed choices to improve the health of a companion animal practice. Learn a practical, step-by-step method to analyze, diagnose and treat your patient (the practice) to make informed choices for the health of your own practice. Plans will be presented in class so participants will learn from each other’s perspectives as well as practice management experts who will coach and instruct registrants throughout the process.

Small Ruminant Ultrasound and Pregnancy Determination

Use transrectal and transabdominal ultrasound techniques to perform reproductive examinations for infertility and pregnancy diagnosis in female sheep, goats and camelids. In addition, perform transrectal and testicular examination in males as part of a fertility exam. All participants will be given opportunity for hands on experience. Each registrant will receive a CD illustrating the ultrasound appearance of stages of pregnancy stages and reproductive abnormalities.

Urethral Catheterization (Made Easy!)

Does your whole practice grind to a halt when a female dog or cat needs to undergo urethral catheterization? Are you concerned that your practice catheterization techniques may predispose to UTI? Under the guidance of experts, learn how to perform urethral catheterization efficiently to save time and cleanly to minimize the risk of UTI. This extremely practical lab will cover indications and complications of

urinary catheterization, types of urinary catheters, and a proven easy-to-learn technique. Following demonstration of urinary catheter placement, participants will practice placement of various urinary catheters in numerous subjects (cadavers) under the direction of experts.

Urinalysis Workshop

After a brief introductory lecture on collection and analysis of urine, participants will perform urinalysis including chemical analysis and urine sediment examination with close instructor oversight. Teaching slides of the urine sediment from selected clinical cases will be evaluated microscopically by participants. Individual microscopes will be available for each person and instructors will assist them using a central video microscope and individual instruction.

Hill’s is pleased to welcome Dr. Stephen J. O’Brien, head of the Laboratory of Genomic Diversity at the

National Cancer Institute. Dr. O’Brien has researched everything from mapping the

feline genome to the discovery of the fi rst human gene shown to block infection of HIV among its carriers. He will be discussing his book Tears of the Cheetah: And Other Tales

from the Genetic Frontier.

Dr. O’Brien’s presentation is sponsored by Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc.

To attend the Morris Animal Foundation Lunch you must purchase tickets in advance. For details, please refer to

the NAVC registration materials.

Morris Animal Foundation Lunch

Saturday, January 16, 2010

12:00PM – 1:30PM

Join us for a special presentation by Dr. Stephen J. O’Brien

The next frontier

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AFFILIATED MEETINGSAFFILIATED MEETINGS AND GENERAL INTEREST PROGRAMS

VETERINARY WOUND MANAGEMENT SOCIETY MEETINGS

This year the annual business meeting on the VWMS will be held at noon on Sunday, January 17 at the Marriott in conjunction with the Small Animal Wound Healing sessions..

Plan to attend the meeting for some current information on wound management and reconstructive surgery.

CANINE SPORTS MEDICINE SYMPOSIUM

Saturday, January 16 and Sunday, January 17, 2010The University of Florida Center for Veterinary Sports Medicine and NAVC, present a symposium on Canine Sports Medicine on Saturday, January 16 and Sunday, January 17 at the Gaylord Palms Resort. NAVC registrants may attend this program free of charge. For additional information please call 352.392.2226 Ext. 5714.

GENERAL MEETING OF THE AARV“Understanding the Aging of the Human Brain”

Sunday, January 17, 20102:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Los Angeles Room at the Orlando World Center MarriottFor more information please contact:Dr. bert MitchellPhone:941.921.6426•E-mail:[email protected]

CHRISTIAN VETERINARY MISSIONPlease join us for the following two events at NAVC Conference 2010

Ecumenical Worship Service Open to all. No registration required.

Sunday, January 17, 7:00-8:00am Location- Gaylord: Sun D Room

Join us for a time of worship and fellowship with others from the profession. Dr Tom Gillaspie and his family will lead us in a time of praise and worship. Dr. Bryan Coupland with New Tribes Mission will challenge us with a gospel message. Bryan has spent his entire career living out the Great Commission with NTM.

Evening SeminarOpen to all. No registration required.

Tuesday, January 19, 6:00 – 7:30 pmLocation- Gaylord: Tallahassee Room

Dr. Wendell Cantrell will share an overview of CVM efforts around the world. We will review CVM’s work in Mongolia with Dr. Glenn Gaines updating us on his and Kathy’s work as long term fieldworkers. Glenn and Kathy are stationed in Mongolia, but spend every Dec-Feb helping CVM in their outreach efforts at major meetings. We will also hear from recent short-term volunteers that have taken a “working vacation” with CVM. Join us for this special time of fellowship and find out how God is at work through this innovative mission organization.

WE ARE PLEASED TO WELCOME THESE GROUPS ...........................................................

• Academy of Veterinary Cardiology• American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture• American Academy of Veterinary Nutrition• American Animal Hospital Association• American Association of Bovine Practitioners• American Association of Equine Practioners• American Association of Feline Practitioners• American Association of Human Animal Bond Veterinarians• American Association of Retired Veterinarians• American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners• American Association of Swine Veterinarians• American Association of Wildlife Veterinarians• American Association of Zoo Veterinarians• American Board of Veterinary Practitioners• American College of Veterinary Anesthesiology• American College of Veterinary Dermatology• American College of Veterinary Nutrition• American College of Veterinary Surgery• American Heartworm Society• American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association• American Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology

• Association of Avian Veterinarians• Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians• Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians• Association of Shelter Veterinarians • AVEPA • British Small Animal Veterinary Association• Companion Animal Parasite Council• Comparative Gastroenterology Society• Comparative Respiratory Society• German Small Animal Veterinary Association• International Veterinary Acupuncture Society• Society for Aquatic Veterinary Medicine• Veterinary Cancer Society• Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society• Veterinary Endoscopy Society• Veterinary Orthopedic Society• Veterinary Wound Management Society• World Small Animal Veterinary Association

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Merial Educational Sessions

BREAKFAST SESSION: FRONTLINE® Plus: New Research FindingsDr. Mike Dryden

6:30 - 7:30 am

PARASITOLOGY SYMPOSIUM: Ticks from A(mblyoma) to Z(oonotics)Dr. Susan Little & Dr. Mike Dryden

Tick Overview and Rhipicephalus sanguineus8:00 - 8:50 am

Dermacentor and Amblyoma9:00 - 9:50 am

Ixodes and New Developments in the Transmission of Tick-borne Infections10:00 - 10:50 am

Keys to Successful Tick Control11:00 - 11:50 am

Sunday, January 17, 2010

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LUNCHES-ExHIbIT HALLNAVC CONFERENCE 2010 LUNCHES

The NAVC Deli is an exciting place to have lunch. Conveniently located in the exhibit halls at both the Gaylord Palms and the Orlando World Center Marriott you will find a pleasing selection of menu choices. Not your run-of-the-mill standard Conference bag lunches, registrants will be able to choose from such items as hamburgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, salads, fruit, ice cream and other snacks and even a couple of hot buffet selections. Paid registrants’ badges will be loaded with $15.00 for each day of attendance at the Conference (i.e. Friday and Saturday arrivals receive $75.00, Sunday arrivals receive $60.00 and so forth). At the end of the Conference any money remaining on the badges will be donated to a charitable organization chosen each year by Conference attendees. Suggestions for charities can be emailed to [email protected]. Registrants can vote online at www.tnavc.org for their favorite charity.

Please remember to save enough money on your lunch card if you have signed up for a Wednesday Meet-the-Professor Luncheon. Fifteen dollars will be deducted at the Luncheon door and registrants without enough money remaining on the card on Wednesday will have their credit cards charged or will be invoiced after the Conference.

Lunch is now provided each day of the Conference including Saturday - however, you may still want to join us for the Morris Animal Foundation Keynote Luncheon with special guest speaker – Dr. Stephen J. O’Brien, Chief of the Laboratory of Genomic Diversity at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institutes of Health (NIH). He will be discussing his book “Tears of the Cheetah And Other Tales From The Genetic Frontier” Please see the Registration Form to sign up for the Keynote Luncheon.

PLEASE NOTE: Lunch

allowances are good in the NAVC Delis only

and can not be accessed by any of the hotels’

restaurants.

When planning your week, be sure to leave plenty of time to visit the Marriott Exhibit Hall located in the gorgeous 100,000 sq. ft. Cypress Ballroom. For a truly unique exhibit hall experience you won’t want to miss the more than 150 exhibitors, Bayer Central Park, the NAVC Deli, the NAVC Zone and watch the NFL Playoffs in style in the NAVC Sports Bar at the Marriott Exhibit Hall.

When combined with the 178,000 sq. ft. Gaylord Palms shopping extravaganza we offer the largest veterinary shopping experiences in the world. At the Gaylord Palms you will find over 500 commercial and education booths, the NAVC Deli and the NAVC Sports Bar. You also won’t want to miss out on earning some fabulous prizes. Be sure to have the exhibitors swipe your name badge – you earn 3 points for every Gaylord booth and 6 points for every Marriott booth you visit. The more booths you visit, the more points you will accrue – check on-site for redemption item amounts.

Sunday, January 17 . . . . . . . . . 9:30 am to 6:30 pmMonday, January 18 . . . . . . . . 9:30 am to 6:30 pmTuesday, January 19 . . . . . . . . . 9:30 am to 6:30 pmWednesday, January 20 . . . . . 9:30 am to 2:00 pm

EXHIBIT HALL HOURS


NAVC HOUSING

Gaylord Palms

Orlando World Center Marriott

Caribe Royale Orlando All-Suites Resort

OFFICIAL AND ALTERNATIVE NAVC CONFERENCE HOTELS

The Gaylord Palms – with its refreshing fountains gracing the entrance, its 4.5-acre glass domed atrium and Florida themed sections, the Gaylord Palms and Gaylord Palms Conference Center is a breathtaking complement to our two other hotels. Rates start at $188.

Orlando World Center Marriott – four-star luxury at an affordable price, the beautiful World Center Marriott has hosted the NAVC Conference since 1987 and welcomes us back each year with the warmth of an old friend. Only 2.12 miles from the Gaylord Palms Conference Center. Rates start at $199.

The Caribe Royale Resort and Suites – host of the NAVC Conference wet labs offers registrants the comfort and style of our other host hotels with the added benefit of all suite rooms in a tropical atmosphere. Only 3.13 miles from the Conference Center. Rates start at $175.

Main Number: 407.586.0000 Reservations: 407.586.2000 Fax: 407.586.1999

Main Number: 407.239.4200 Reservations (US): 800.621.0638

Main Number: 407.238.8000; or 800.823.8300

VISIT OUR WEbSITE TO bOOK ANY OF OUR HOTELS • www.TNAVC.org • Overflow Hotels

*Terms and Conditions apply, check with hotel for more details. Rates do not include sales tax and/or resort fees if applicable.

2.0miles•$99 Radisson Resort Orlando Celebration 2900 Parkway Boulevard Kissimmee, Florida 34747 Main Number: 800.333.3333 407.396.7000Adjacent to Overflow Parking*Resort Fee Waived 1.7miles•$74 Ramada Orlando Celebration Resort 6375 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway Kissimmee, Florida 34747 Main Number: 407.390.5800 877.467.5786 Adjacent to Overflow Parking 1.7miles•Ratesstartat$155 Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn 14500 Continental Gateway Orlando, FL 32821 Main Number: 407.387.5437877-829-6425*Resort Fee Waived 3.9miles•$132 SpringHill Suites Orlando Lake Buena Vista in the Marriott Village 8601 Vineland Avenue Orlando, FL 32821 Main Number: 407.938.9001 877.682.8552 4.0miles•$112 Fairfield Orlando Lake Buena Vista in the Marriott Village 8615 Vineland Avenue Orlando, FL 32821 Main Number: 407.938.9001v877.682.8552 3.9miles•$135 Courtyard Orlando Lake Buena Vista in the Marriott Village 8623 Vineland Avenue Orlando, FL 32821 Main Number: 407.938.9001 877.682.8552

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SHUTTLE ROUTESShuttle Hours are:

Fri – 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm Registration is open from 1-9pm at both Marriott and Gaylord hotels.

Route 1 and 3B to Gaylord only

Route 2 and 4 to Marriott only

Route 6 Marriott to Gaylord only

No service for Routes 3A and 5

Sat – 6:00 am – 10:00 pmSun – 6:00 am – 11:00 pmMon – 6:00 am – 11:00 pmTues – 6:00 am – 9:00 pmWed – 6:00 am – Midnight

Sat-Wed, refer to the shuttle hotel lobby sign or shuttle flyer at your hotel for exact service, routes and frequencies.

Laboratory Transfers to Caribe RoyaleThere will be ONE transfer at 7:30 AM from the Ramada Orlando/Overflow Parking, Marriott Village and Nickelodeon to the Caribe Royale for the labs. Service from the Marriott and Gaylord to the Caribe begins at 6:00 am.

Overflow ParkingNEW LOCATION – Overflow parking will be located at the Ramada Orlando Celebration Resort, 6375 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy (Hwy 192), Kissimmee, FL 34747 (Route 1).

Parking will be available complimentary on Friday only. Saturday-Wednesday the ‘Park and Ride Fee’ is $5.00 per day.

Shuttles sponsored by:


NOTABLE EVENTSSATURDAY, JANUARY 16, 2010MORRIS ANIMAL FOUNDATION KEYNOTELUNCHEON – FEATURING Dr. Stephen J. O’brien, Chief of the Laboratory of Genomic Diversity

at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institutes of Health (NIH). He will be discussing his book “Tears of the Cheetah And Other Tales From The Genetic Frontier” The history of life on Earth is dominated by extinction events so numerous that over 99.9% of the species ever to have existed are gone forever. If animals could talk, we would ask them to

recall their own ancestries, in particular the secrets as to how they avoided almost inevitable annihilation in the face of daily assaults by predators, climactic cataclysms, deadly infections and innate diseases.

In Tears of the Cheetah, medical geneticist and conservationist Stephen J. O’Brien narrates fast-moving science adventure stories that explore the mysteries of survival among the earth’s most endangered and beloved wildlife. Here we uncover the secret histories of exotic species such as Indonesian orangutans, humpback whales, and the imperiled cheetah-the world’s fastest animal which nonetheless cannot escape its own genetic weaknesses.

Among these genetic detective stories we also discover how the Serengeti lions have lived with FIV (the feline version of HIV), where giant pandas really come from, how bold genetic action pulled the Florida panther from the edge of extinction, how the

NAVC ENTERTAINMENT AND EVENTS

survivors of the medieval Black Death passed on a genetic gift to their descendents, and how mapping the genome of the domestic cat solved a murder case in Canada.

With each riveting account of animal resilience and adaptation, a remarkable parallel in human medicine is drawn, adding yet another rationale for species conservation-mining their genomes for cures to our own fatal diseases. Tears of the Cheetah offers a fascinating glimpse of the insight gained when geneticists venture into the wild.

OPENING CEREMONY

7:00-8:00 pm Gaylord Palms Osceola Ballroom

OPENING ENTERTAINMENT 8:00-9:00 pm Featuring the comedic impressions of Mr. Frank CaliendoFrom his many appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and The

Late Show with David Letterman, to his weekly picks segment on the FOX NFL pregame show with Terry Bradshaw, Howie Long and Jimmy Johnson, comedian/actor/impressionist Frank Caliendo has been all over our screens for the past few years.

Known for “dead on” impressions of famous actors (like Al Pacino, Robin Williams, Robert DeNiro), politicians

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(George W. Bush, Bill Clinton) and broadcasters (John Madden, David Letterman, Jay Leno, and Jim Rome), Frank, a 7 year veteran of television sketch comedy (MadTV, Hype) has his own show “Frank TV” on the TBS network.

On the Stage, Frank’s high energy act is a blend of observations, impressions, characters and anecdotal stories that build to a frenetic pace. Once described by the “Hollywood Reporter” as “a combination of Robin Williams and Jim Carrey” Frank is one comedian that should not be missed.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 17, 2010Alumni Receptions 7:00 pm Orlando World Center Marriott These are some of the more enjoyable events, as veterinarians and their families have the chance to renew old friendships. All Alumni Receptions will be held at the Orlando World Center Marriott. Locations for each reception will be listed in the Official Conference Program Book and can also be found on the information video monitors throughout both the Marriott and Gaylord.

International Delegate Reception 8:00 pm Orlando World Center Marriott Hill’s - Canada and Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc invite all international delegates to a reception at the Orlando World Center Marriott. The Official Conference Program and the information video monitors at the Marriott and the Gaylord will carry the room assignment for this event.

MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2010 Tennis Tournament 9:00 am Orlando World Center Marriott

Tennis players can register at the Novartis Sports Desk for one of the Conference’s favorite athletic events. The

tournament is free so bring your racquet, your best service ace

and your competitive spirit. The Sports Desk is located in the Marriott atrium.

bAYER PRESENTS… 7:00 pm Gaylord Palms Osceola BallroomBayer continues its Concert Series - check our website for updates on the name of the performer.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2010Fun Run 6:30 am Orlando World Center MarriottNovartis Animal Health again challenges attendees to rise for an early, energizing, healthy jog or walk over the pleasant surrounding of the Hawk’s Landing Golf Course. Join fellow runners, joggers and walkers for this scenic

5-kilometer fun run. Top finishers in men’s and women’s divisions and age categories will receive trophies. However, everyone gets a t-shirt to commemorate the effort. The run begins at 6:30 am but come early to warm up, find a good starting point among the pack or to just chat with fellow exercisers. You can sign up for the Fun Run at the Novartis Sports Desk at the Marriott from Friday morning through Monday afternoon.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2010Novartis Finale 7:00 pm Gaylord Palms Osceola BallroomFor this Novartis event you don’t need athletic gear. Instead come as you are and join Novartis Animal Health and the rest of your colleagues for the NAVC Conference 2010’s closing night party. Enjoy plenty of food, great entertainment and make plans to meet up with your friends next year at the NAVC Conference 2011.


ExCLUSIVE FAMILY TOURSOutdoor Adventures – FishingSaturday, January 16, 2010

This is all about you experiencing real nature. You don’t have to be an expert - we will guide you through your day at a pace to suit you. Established over 30 years ago, our 60-acre lake

is one of the finest private lakes in Florida and it is stocked to become one of the best “Trophy bass fishing” lakes in the State. Apart from Bass, you may also catch other types of fish such as Crappies, Snook or Bowfin. On Revolution Lake, we take pride in catering first time fisherman or seasoned veterans. You may fish from the bank or from our boat but remember we operate CPR (catch, photograph and release) so no fish are permitted to take home. Includes fishing experience, trained instructors, safety equipment, lunch, guide and transportation.

Time: 8:30AM-1:30PMCost: $119.00 per person

Outdoor Adventures – Dune BuggiesSaturday, January 16, 2010

Our 220 acres of some of the most picturesque land in Florida and purpose built tracks and trails all combine to give the thrill of a lifetime. Add in dune buggies, qualified instructors, whose paramount preoccupation is to ensure

that you have a safe and great day, and you have the unique ingredients for our Off-Road Experience. Driving across grassy tracks and sandy surfaces doesn’t even begin to describe how much fun these four-wheeled Joyner Sand Viper dune buggies can be whether driving or as a passenger. To drive the Dune Buggies, participants must have a valid driver license, be 16 years of age and be able to drive a stick shift. Includes dune buggy experience, trained instructors, safety equipment, lunch, guide and transportation.


Kennedy Space CenterSunday, January 17, 2010

Your exploration of Kennedy starts with the world-renowned tour where you see many NASA landmarks, including the massive launch pads, the Vehicle Assembly Building, the Apollo/Saturn V Center and the International Space Station Center. There is much to see and do at the Visitor Complex when you return. View rockets from all eras of space exploration in the Rocket Garden, walk through a full-size Space Shuttle mock-up, and enjoy IMAX Theater space films on gigantic five-story screens. And, it’s 3...2...1...launch as you take your own journey of the Space Shuttle’s rush to Earth’s orbit on the Shuttle Launch Experience. Shopping and food concessions are also available. In addition to the day, you will have Lunch with an Astronaut. This offers an up close and personal opportunity to share in the excitement of space exploration through the eyes of one of NASA’s best all while enjoying a buffet meal. You can ask questions, take photos with the Astronaut and receive an autographed picture. Includes admission into Kennedy Space Center, lunch with an astronaut, guide and transportation.

Time: 8:30AM – 5:30PMCost: $96.00 per adult$81.00 per child

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ExCLUSIVE FAMILY TOURSORLANDO BOASTS PLENTY TO DO AND SO MUCH TO SEE!

Kayaking - A Guided Voyage of DiscoverySunday, January 17, 2010

This is an interactive learning wildlife tour by kayak. The tour begins en-route to the launch site, as certified Eco-Guides narrate the significance of this endangered backwater estuary. The river is considered a sanctuary

for the endangered West Indian Manatees, Bottled-Nose Dolphins, Florida Alligators, American Bald Eagles, Roseate Spoonbills, and Wood Storks as well as an extensive list of birds and wildlife. Just as the pre-Columbian Timucuans found the wilderness’ virtues, you too will experience nature as you take an easy paddle along the shore line of this protected, calm, inland waterway from Manatee Cove to the estuary’s wild, uninhabited barrier island. Here you will stop for an easy guided nature walk, paddling rest, and stretch before heading back. Includes kayaking, bottled water, guide and transportation.

Time: 8:00AM – 12:00PMCost: $89.00 per person

baldwin Park: breakfast at Trish’s with Farris and Foster’s Famous Chocolate Factory PartyMonday, January 18, 2010

Trish’s, located in Baldwin Park, is Orlando’s Award Winning Tea Shop and offers gourmet loose leaf teas and teabags, tea ware, tea accessories and delicious edibles. Guests will enjoy breakfast tea featuring scones, fruits, finger sandwiches in

Trish’s Private Room. After tea, it’s on to Farris and Foster’s Famous Chocolate Factory where you will become a chocolatier. If ever you wanted to play in vats of creamy, rich, dark and milk chocolate, this is your chance. You can design and create your own chocolate delights! Take melted chocolate from the kettle and pour it into one of over 500 different shaped molds or take one of their pre-molded chocolate creations and decorate it with liquid colored chocolate. You can also dip strawberries, raspberries, bananas and other fresh items or make small chocolate cups full of macadamias, almonds, coconut or raisins. If you love chocolate, this activity is for you! Includes breakfast tea, chocolate party, 1 pound of your chocolate creations to take home, guide and transportation.


SkyVentureMonday, January 18, 2010

SkyVenture of Orlando is a state-of-the-art vertical wind tunnel that draws the air through the flight chamber at 120 m.p.h., replicating the skydiving experience. You will enjoy the sensation of free falling during skydiving without needing a parachute, a plane or any previous skydiving experience! With 9’ high acrylic panels surrounding the flight chamber, you will get to view and cheer on your fellow flyers. The group will be divided into groups of 12, where each group will experience three different levels of SkyVenture: the classroom, the gear room and the skydive. Everyone will begin in the classroom where the instructor will teach you the correct body positions and the hand signals used to communicate during flight. After, you’ll suit up in your jumpsuit in the gear room. Next, to the flight chamber where each person gets two simulated skydives (two minutes total per person) with the aid of the instructor. Includes transportation, guide, 2 minutes of flight time and a personalized flight certificate.

Time: 1:45PM-4:15PMCost: $84.00 per person


ExCLUSIVE FAMILY TOURSZipline SafariTuesday, January 19, 2010

This Zipline experience, the first and only of its kind in Florida, allows you the perfect aerial vantage point to learn about Florida’s diverse ecosystems. Along the two and a half hour journey, you’ll soar through the tree tops, 55 feet off the ground, making your way across skybridges while learning about Florida’s natural flora and fauna from your expert guide. Zipline smoothly through Pine Flatwoods and over wetlands and

prairie, home to native Florida wildlife including alligators, black bears, white tail deer and the endangered Florida Panther, all at speeds up to 25 miles per hour! Includes ziplining experience, lunch, guide and transportation.


Horseback RidingTuesday, January 19, 2010

The 1,300 acre working cattle ranch and the 3,200 acre wilderness preserve combine to offer you a ride that you won’t forget on the home of one of the largest herds of cracker cattle and horses in existence. These beautiful animals were brought over by the Spanish explorers nearly 500 years ago and roamed Florida’s backcountry when it was the “wild east”. The land

is a beautiful mixture of pine flat woods, hardwood forests, dark water creeks and sloughs. Includes horseback riding, lunch, guide and transportation.


Discovery CoveWednesday, January 20, 2010

Imagine a place where you can touch and swim with dolphins, wade with mysterious rays, snorkel lazily through colorful tropical fish and safely come eye-to-eye with sharks! Where plunging through a waterfall allows for the discovery of a towering free-flight aviary of brilliant exotic birds. Take a getaway of personalized service never before encountered in Orlando. Discovery Cove: A day of adventure and a lifetime of memories. Includes admission into Discovery Cove, lunch, transportation and guide. Children must be at least 6 years old to participate in the dolphin swim. (This tour also includes admission to Sea World or Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. More information to be provided once tour is booked.)

Time: 8:30AM-5:30PMCost: $275.00 per person with dolphin swim$153.00 per person without dolphin swim

Date Tour #of Tickets Price Total CostSaturday 1/16 Outdoor Adventures: Fishing Person(s)___ __ @ $119.00 = $________

Outdoor Adventures: Dune Buggies Person(s)_____ @ $119.00 = $________

Sunday 1/17 Kennedy Space Center Person(s)__ ___ @ $96.00 = $________Child(3-11)____ @ $81.00 = $________

Kayaking: A Guided Voyage of Discovery Person(s)______ @ $89.00 = $________

Monday 1/18 Baldwin Park: Breakfast, Tea, and Chocolate Party

Person(s)__ ___ @ $88.00 = $________

SkyVenture Person(s)______ @ $84.00 = $________

Tuesday 1/19 Zipline Safari Person(s)______ @ $131.00 = $________Horseback Riding Person(s)______ @ $131.00 = $________

Wednesday 1/20 Discovery Cove with Dolphin Swim Person(s)______ @ $275.00 = $________Discovery Cove without Dolphin Swim Person(s)______ @ $153.00 = $________

TOTAL = $ _________

Name: _________________________________________ Home Phone: ______________________

Address: _______________________________________ Work Phone: _______________________

City: _______________________ State: _____________ZIP: ________ Fax#:_________________

Email: _______________________________________________________________________________

____ My check or money order is enclosed (Please make checks payable to Hello Florida. Payments must be made in US funds.)

Charge my credit card: ____Visa ____MasterCard ____American Express ____Discover

Credit Card #: ___________________________________ Exp. Date: _________________

Name of Cardholder: ____________________________________________________________

Billing Address if different from above: ______________________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________________________________________

Note: Transportation for all tours departs and returns to the Gaylord Palms Convention Entrance. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. Hello Florida reserves the right to cancel any tour if the minimum is not met by the deadline date of December 21, 2009. Pre-registration is strongly advised. Decisions to cancel low enrollment tours will be made close to the deadline date. Should Hello Florida cancel a tour, you will be contacted via phone and your money will be refunded in full. Attendee cancellation of any tour prior to January 1, 2010 must be made in writing or online. No refunds or exchanges will be made after January 1, 2010.

MAIL OR FAX ORDER FORM NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 21, 2009 TO:

HELLO FLORIDAAttention: Lynn Naylor 4205 VINELAND ROAD, SUITE L-3ORLANDO, FL 32811407.425.6132 ext. 300 407.425.8910 (FAX)

Booking Deadline Date is December 21, 2009

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IT’S NOT EASY BEING GREEN

Our host hotels have been certified “FloridaGreen Hotels” by implementing green-practicesin Energy Efficency, Waste Management, CleanAir Practices, Water Conservation and Food-Related Initiatives

NOW YOU CAN HELP US CONSERVEBring your badge back each year

Place your badge holder in the recycle bin

Buy a sports bottle at the NAVC Store and fillwith water from the water stations.

Sign-up on Registration Form to not have theBrochure mailed - use digital version onlineinstead

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Take Your Team from Good to Exceptional!CLINICIAN’S BRIEF AND MERIAL PRESENT

Sunday, January 17th Marriott World Center

Everyone has the power and potential to be a leader, no matter position, age, or personality. This Workshop gives you the tools to make a real difference.

UNDERSTAND what makes you tick, accurately PERCEIVE the personality of others, PRACTICE diffusing conflict before it begins, learn the true meaning of SERVANT LEADERSHIP and EMPOWER yourself and others to EXCEL

Attendees are encouraged to assess their own personality traits by completing the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator before the session at myevt.com.* Make it a team event. Veterinarians, Technicians, and Practice Managers are all invited!

THIS DAY CAN CHANGE YOUR TEAM—AND YOUR LIFE!

*MBTI assessment is made available by MerialED.

Join our first Exceptional Veterinary Team™ LIVE EVENT!Register today – see Registration Form in this brochure or online at www.tnavc.org

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THE NAVC STORE™

Visit us online to purchase:NAVC Gear™ featuring the artwork of Jim Wilson

T-shirts....Sweatshirts...Children’s Wear...Scrubs....Aprons....Tote Bags...Mugs...Art prints and Posters

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• NAVC OnDemand™ Audio RecordingsOfficial NAVC Conference Proceedings

Printed...CD...and new this year...by the page•

NAVC Publications•Clinical Signs in Small Animal Medicine - Dr. Michael SchaerClinical Avian Medicine (2-Book Set) - Drs. Greg Harrison and Theresa LightfootNAVC Clinician’s Brief’s Algorithms to Guide Your Diagnosis and Treatment

Clinical Medicine of the Dog and Cat (2nd Edition) - Dr. Michael SchaerAvailable for pre-order

IS OPEN!

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Your 2 1/4” binder with a heat sealed cover and D-ring includes: • Diagnostic trees printed on 8pt laminate for easy cleaning in the lab• Differential diagnosis presented on such topics as: Vomiting Canine Skin Eruptions Feline Anorexia Urinary Tract Infection Dyspnea Hemolytic Anemia Canine Cough• Annual updates available• 52 updated algorithms published from 2002 through 2008

Proptosis

• Lids trapped behind globe

• History of trauma

• Replace globe if possible

• Enucleate if irreparable

damage

Buphthalmos

• Enlarged globe due to

chronic glaucoma

• Usually elevated IOP

• Corneal diameter > normal

• Blindness

• Usually painful

Consider:

• Enucleation

• Evisceration & prosthesis

• Globe salvage procedures

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Exophthalmos

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Paul E. Miller, DVM, Diplomate ACVO, University of Wisconsin–Madison

d i a g n o s t i c t r e e

Investigation

Treatment

“Apparent” Exophthalmos

Retrobulbar lesion is not present

Episcleritis

• Nodular or diffuse scleral

thickening

• May mimic buphthalmos

• Scleral thickening visible

• Inflamed globe

• Normal corneal diameter

If extreme globe exposure or pigmentary

keratitis is present, perform a medial

and/or lateral canthal closure to limit

corneal exposure.

CT = computed tomography; IOP = intraocular pressure; MRI = magnetic resonance imaging; US = ultrasound

Shallow Orbit

• Brachycephalic breeds

• IOP is normal

Facial Palsy

• No blink reflex

Macropalpebral

Fissure

• Abnormally large eyelid

opening

• Globe normal

Diagnosis

Result

Exophthalmos

• Mass effect posterior to globe equator

• Difficulty retropulsing globe into orbit

• Lagophthalmos

• Exposure keratitis

• Third eyelid protrusion

• Chemosis

• Ocular discharge

ALGORITHMS TO GUIDE YOUR DIAGNOSIS & TREATMENT

CLINICAL SIGNS IN SMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE

Michael Schaer, DVM, DACVIM, ACVECCProfessor, Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences,

College of Veterinary Medicine, University of FloridaNAVC Associate Program Coordinator

Dr. Schaer is one of the world’s leading veterinary clinician’s and instructors. Following the acclaim for his ground-breaking textbook Clinical Medicine of the Dog & Cat, he has selected more than 400 clinical cases for his new book that represent the distilled wisdom and experience derived from his career in practice and as a university professor.

Grouped by subject, the cases are presented by means of over 800 high-resolution, color photographs, complete with detailed captions focusing on key diagnostic and treatment pointers. The underlying, yet unspoken, theme of the book is that the clinician’s eye, thought processes and judgement will always be central to successful clinical practice. Clinical Signs in Small Animal Medicine is a veterinary treasure-house for all involved in medicine of the dog and cat - practitioners, instructors, trainees and students.

Contents: Introduction and Clinical Pearls

1. Dermatology (25 cases) 2. Ophthalmology (22 cases) 3. Infectious Diseases (23 cases) 4. Cardiovascular (21 cases) 5. Respiratory (20 cases) 6. Hematology (22 cases) 7. Gastrointestinal (70 cases) 8. Endocrine (49 cases) 9. Urogenital (28 cases)10. Neurology (20 cases)11. Neoplasia (39 cases)12. Intoxication including snake bites (34 cases)13. Miscellaneous (42 cases)

Index

CLINICAL AVIAN MEDICINE Volumes I & II

• Fresh perspectives on common clinical disorders and practical solutions• Three-section chapter on avian behavior and behavior modifications• Both volumes printed entirely in full color (1,300+ color images)• Hardbound 2-volume set (1,039 pages)• Clinically-relevant comprehensive text• More than 50 contributing authors• Broad-based referenced formulary

Greg J. Harrison, DVM, DABVP - Avian (Emeritus), DECAMS (Retired)

andTeresa Lightfoot, DVM, DABVP - Avian

Edited by:

Michael SchaerMANSONPUBLISHI

NG

SECOND

EDITION

ClinicalMedicine of the

Dog and Cat

COMING SOON THE 2nd EDITION OF DR. SCHAER’S

See Registration form to pre-order

CLINICAL MEDICINE OF THE DOG AND CAT

FEATURED PUBLICATIONS

All of the Featured Publications are available for purchase on the Registration Form (page 43 of this brochure)or in the NAVC Store™ either online at www.tnavc.org or onsite at the NAVC Conference 2010.


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Your 2 1/4” binder with a heat sealed cover and D-ring includes: • Diagnostic trees printed on 8pt laminate for easy cleaning in the lab• Differential diagnosis presented on such topics as: Vomiting Canine Skin Eruptions Feline Anorexia Urinary Tract Infection Dyspnea Hemolytic Anemia Canine Cough• Annual updates available• 52 updated algorithms published from 2002 through 2008

Proptosis

• Lids trapped behind globe

• History of trauma

• Replace globe if possible

• Enucleate if irreparable

damage

Buphthalmos

• Enlarged globe due to

chronic glaucoma

• Usually elevated IOP

• Corneal diameter > normal

• Blindness

• Usually painful

Consider:

• Enucleation

• Evisceration & prosthesis

• Globe salvage procedures

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Exophthalmos

OP

HT

HA

LMO

LOG

Y

Paul E. Miller, DVM, Diplomate ACVO, University of Wisconsin–Madison

d i a g n o s t i c t r e e

Investigation

Treatment

“Apparent” Exophthalmos

Retrobulbar lesion is not present

Episcleritis

• Nodular or diffuse scleral

thickening

• May mimic buphthalmos

• Scleral thickening visible

• Inflamed globe

• Normal corneal diameter

If extreme globe exposure or pigmentary

keratitis is present, perform a medial

and/or lateral canthal closure to limit

corneal exposure.

CT = computed tomography; IOP = intraocular pressure; MRI = magnetic resonance imaging; US = ultrasound

Shallow Orbit

• Brachycephalic breeds

• IOP is normal

Facial Palsy

• No blink reflex

Macropalpebral

Fissure

• Abnormally large eyelid

opening

• Globe normal

Diagnosis

Result

Exophthalmos

• Mass effect posterior to globe equator

• Difficulty retropulsing globe into orbit

• Lagophthalmos

• Exposure keratitis

• Third eyelid protrusion

• Chemosis

• Ocular discharge

ALGORITHMS TO GUIDE YOUR DIAGNOSIS & TREATMENT

CLINICAL SIGNS IN SMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE

Michael Schaer, DVM, DACVIM, ACVECCProfessor, Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences,

College of Veterinary Medicine, University of FloridaNAVC Associate Program Coordinator

Dr. Schaer is one of the world’s leading veterinary clinician’s and instructors. Following the acclaim for his ground-breaking textbook Clinical Medicine of the Dog & Cat, he has selected more than 400 clinical cases for his new book that represent the distilled wisdom and experience derived from his career in practice and as a university professor.

Grouped by subject, the cases are presented by means of over 800 high-resolution, color photographs, complete with detailed captions focusing on key diagnostic and treatment pointers. The underlying, yet unspoken, theme of the book is that the clinician’s eye, thought processes and judgement will always be central to successful clinical practice. Clinical Signs in Small Animal Medicine is a veterinary treasure-house for all involved in medicine of the dog and cat - practitioners, instructors, trainees and students.

Contents: Introduction and Clinical Pearls

1. Dermatology (25 cases) 2. Ophthalmology (22 cases) 3. Infectious Diseases (23 cases) 4. Cardiovascular (21 cases) 5. Respiratory (20 cases) 6. Hematology (22 cases) 7. Gastrointestinal (70 cases) 8. Endocrine (49 cases) 9. Urogenital (28 cases)10. Neurology (20 cases)11. Neoplasia (39 cases)12. Intoxication including snake bites (34 cases)13. Miscellaneous (42 cases)

Index

CLINICAL AVIAN MEDICINE Volumes I & II

• Fresh perspectives on common clinical disorders and practical solutions• Three-section chapter on avian behavior and behavior modifications• Both volumes printed entirely in full color (1,300+ color images)• Hardbound 2-volume set (1,039 pages)• Clinically-relevant comprehensive text• More than 50 contributing authors• Broad-based referenced formulary

Greg J. Harrison, DVM, DABVP - Avian (Emeritus), DECAMS (Retired)

andTeresa Lightfoot, DVM, DABVP - Avian

Edited by:

Michael SchaerMANSONPUBLISHI

NG

SECOND

EDITION

ClinicalMedicine of the

Dog and Cat

COMING SOON THE 2nd EDITION OF DR. SCHAER’S

See Registration form to pre-order

CLINICAL MEDICINE OF THE DOG AND CAT

FEATURED PUBLICATIONS

All of the Featured Publications are available for purchase on the Registration Form (page 43 of this brochure)or in the NAVC Store™ either online at www.tnavc.org or onsite at the NAVC Conference 2010.


because .... What Happens at the NAVC Conference Doesn’t Have to Stay at the NAVC Conference!

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NAVC OnDEMAND... A PORTAbLE PIECE OF ORLANDO

WHAT IS NAVC ONDEMAND?NAVC OnDemand is an exact audio replication of NAVC Conference lectures in MP3 format. The MP3 files can be downloaded after the Conference from www.tnavc.org or by filing out an order form onsite at the Conference.

HOW DO I PURCHASE NAVC ONDEMAND?NAVC Conference 2010 lectures will be available onsite at the Conference – just visit the NAVC OnDemand desk. Lectures will be available for download after the Conference from our Online Store at www.tnavc.org. All recorded lectures will also be available after the Conference in a DVD Box Set.

WHO SHOULD bUY NAVC ONDEMAND?

Anyone! NAVC OnDemand is available anytime you want to learn. Listen in your car, at the gym, by the pool, or at work with colleagues. Perhaps you missed a lecture or track….or you just want to hear a lecture again - purchase the audio file and review when and where you want.

The audio files are perfect for students and technicians as review and reference material. Files can be played on your computer, iPOD, or MP3 player. Many CD players now play the MP3 format.

(Audio CD’s available upon request after the Conference. Additional charges apply.)

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TOP FAMILY ATTRACTIONSRELAx & ENJOY ORLANDO’S ATTRACTIONS

Magic KingdomFollow your dreams to a place where storybook fantasy comes to life. Seek out adventures, create magical memories with beloved characters and discover the fun where imagination reigns in seven lands of timeless fun. You could be part of wacky, interactive fun—that’s different each time you enjoy it—as “Monster of Ceremonies” Mike Wazowski presents Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor, inspired by Disney•Pixar’s “Monsters, Inc.”Find yourself in the midst of a

rootin’, tootin’, cowboy camp led by Woody himself or a “howto” in swashbuckling pirate skills. See your Disney favorites in the Dream-Along With Mickey show. Catch everyone’s favorite buccaneer, Captain Jack Sparrow, as he joins the crew of the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction! Set off with Donald Duck on a madcap romp through classic Disney memories at Mickey’s PhilharMagic 3-D Spectacular.

Epcot CenterFrom wide-eyed excitement to mind-boggling creations, Epcot® is where the magic of Disney comes together with the wonders of the real world. Board a “clamobile” and follow Marlin and Dory as they chase that ever-curious little clown fish in The Seas with Nemo & Friends. Take your imagination to new heights as you wing your way through the skies on a breathtaking, awe-inspiring flight on the exhilarating Soarin’™ attraction! Then choose between two amazing journeys to Mars on Mission: SPACE®. Strap in for the full force of the original thrilling version or enjoy an exciting, but milder, journey to Mars. Back on the ground, shift into the fast lane and zoom your way through an automotive proving ground while exploring the cultures and cuisine of 11 nations as you journey around World Showcase. There’s great entertainment around every corner. And at night, you’ll discover the ultimate finale, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth—an incredible symphony of lasers, music and fireworks.

Disney-Hollywood StudiosDisney’s Hollywood Studios™ is where action takes center stage. You’ll experience all the action, thrills and glamour of today’s movies, television, music and theater. Step right up andcompeteinmidway-stylegamesinspiredbyDisney•Pixar’s“Toy Story” films as you ride through the new, 4-D fun of Toy Story Mania! Play and dance with over 20 favorite Disney•Pixar Characters in the wildest, most interactive

parade in Disney history, Block Party Bash. How about some rip-roaring thrills? Scream as you zoom through 13 floors of

fear on a radically random elevator experience. Blast from 0 to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds on Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster® Starring Aerosmith—a wild, twisting Hollywood road trip. And for more musical excitement, check out the High School Musical 2: School’s Out! experience and dance along to great tunes from the hit Disney Channel Original Movie. Then as the sun sets, cheer on your pal Mickey as he goes face-to-face with the fiercest Disney villains in the nighttime spectacular, Fantasmic!

Animal KingdomIn this amazing place, you’re at the center of one breathtaking adventure after another, amid amazing creatures, real and fantastic. See the beloved story inspired byDisney•Pixar’s“Finding Nemo” come to life as never before in a new musical extravaganza. Find the latest thrills at the mysterious heights of Expedition Everest™, a high-speed train trek forward and backward through the Himalayan unknown—guarded by the

menacing Yeti (a.k.a. the Abominable Snowman)! From a blast through flaming meteors and ferocious dinosaurs to a crazy, twisting romp through time, every turn brings unexpected wonders. Venture out on safari across 110 acres of African savannah to encounter freely roaming

wildlife. Also, get a hilarious 3-D look at the world from a bug’s point of view. In Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, every path and trail invites you to explore the awesome surprises of nature

combined with all the enchantment of Disney.


TOP FAMILY ATTRACTIONSDisneyquestCreate your own adventures in this one-of-a-kind indoor interactive Theme Park bursting with games that give “s ta te -o f - the -ar t” new meaning. Discover five floors exploding with cutting-edge technology, virtual reality and 3-D experiences — all fueled by Disney innovation and imagination. The entry portal, Ventureport, leads to four different zones: the Explore Zone, for virtual adventure; the Score Zone, for superhero quests; the Create Zone, for artistic endeavors; and the Replay Zone for nostalgic fun. Anyway you cut it, you’re in the Zone at DisneyQuest!

Universal Studios FloridaYou’re the star at Universal Studios, the number one movie and TV based theme park in the world. At this real film and

television studio you’ll go behind the scenes, beyond the screen and right into the action of your favorite movies. Whether you’re a fan of high-powered excitement, side-splitting comedy or

heart-warming children’s tales, nobody puts you in the picture like Universal Studios. Enjoy The Simpsons™ Ride featuring all new animation starring the voices of the show’s Emmy-winning original cast, projected onto a towering 80 foot dome. Soar through the air on the new Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster where riders pick their favorite tunes to enjoy at speeds of up to 65 mph!

Universal’s Islands of AdventureJourney with your family through five remarkable islands where all your favorite myths, legends, comic books, cartoon heroes and children’s stories come to life on the most innovative rides and attractions ever created. From high-speed roller coasters to whimsical children’s rides to groundbreaking 3-D attractions, Islands of Adventure is where once-in-a-lifetime

experiences happen every day.

Universal CityWalkHome to an array of nightclubs, restaurants, concert venues, shops, cinemas, street performers and vendors, Universal CityWalk is all the excitement of the city neatly wrapped into one 30-acre package. Universal CityWalk makes your nights at Universal Orlando every bit as exciting as your days. One ticket gives you unlimited all club access for incredible music and entertainment all night. No matter what kind of fun you’re in the mood for, CityWalk has it all! Newest to Universal CityWalk is Rising Star. CityWalk’s Rising Star will allow guests to live out their pop star fantasies while being backed up by a full on 7-piece party band! Say goodbye to the hokey prerecorded karaoke bars of the past and say hello to CityWalk’s Rising Star.

SeaWorld Adventure ParkSeaWorld Orlando is the world’s premiere marine adventure park with 200 acres of world-class shows, exciting rides and unforgettable animal encounters. Explore the mysteries of the sea with up close and hands-on animal interactions. State-of-the-art rides twist, turn and drench guests with unprecedented thrills while amazing animal encounters include killer whales, dolphins, sea lions, stingrays and more. At Shamu Stadium, witness the Believe Show, a captivating and visually stunning Shamu show that transports your heart to the edge of wonder, or witness the all new Shamu Rocks Show which is a rock n´ roll concert of unprecedented proportions combining improvisational movements of killer whales with music remixed with some of the hottest rock stars in the industry. Also experience Blue Horizons, a new, vivid theatrical show featuring acrobatic dolphins and whales, soaring birds and spirited performers. Find out what it’s like to spin, glide, skim and fly like a giant ray when you ride Manta, the only flying roller coaster of its kind in the world.

Orlando Dinner ShowsTravel around the world, step back in time one thousand years, test your deductive skill to solve a puzzling mystery or witness a re-enactment of patriotic America. See just one Dinner Show, or experience them all! Choose from Arabian Nights Dinner Show, Medieval Times Dinner Show, and/or Sleuth’s Mystery Dinner Show.

Orlando, Florida

January 16 – 20, 2010 Tickets Shipped 10 Days after DEADLINE DATE of

December 21, 2009.

TICKET VALUE SELL PRICE NUMBER OF TOTAL AT GATE (tax inclusive) TICKETS COST

WALT DISNEY WORLD (Walt Disney World tickets valid for 14 days after first day of use.)5 Day Park Hopper (Adult)* $298.20 $282.00 x _____ = $_______ 5 Day Park Hopper (Child 3-9)* $263.06 $247.00 x _____ = $_______4 Day Park Hopper (Adult)* $295.01 $279.00 x _____ = $_______ 4 Day Park Hopper (Child 3-9)* $263.06 $245.00 x _____ = $_______ 3 Day Park Hopper (Adult)* $288.62 $271.00 x _____ = $_______ 3 Day Park Hopper (Child 3-9)* $254.54 $238.00 x _____ = $_______ 2 Day Park Hopper (Adult)* $221.52 $207.00 x _____ = $_______ 2 Day Park Hopper (Child 3-9)* $197.03 $181.00 x _____ = $_______ *Includes one (1) FUN Visit which entitles the guest to a choice of one (1) of the following: Disney Quest, Blizzard Beach, Typhoon Lagoon or Oak Trail 1 Day After 2:00PM (not a hopper) Not Sold at Gate $ 61.00 x _____ = $_______ 2 Day After 2:00PM (not a hopper) Not Sold at Gate $108.00 x _____ = $_______DisneyQuest (Adult) $43.67 $ 36.00 x _____ = $_______DisneyQuest (Child 3-9) $37.28 $ 27.00 x _____ = $_______UNIVERSAL ORLANDO2 Park / 7 Day Pass Adult $133.12 $114.00 x _____ = $_______ 2 Park / 7 Day Pass (Child 3-9) $120.34 $103.00 x _____ = $_______ (Includes seven consecutive days admission to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and CityWalk)1 Day Universal Park to Park Pass (Adult) $101.17 $ 95.00 x _____ = $_______ 1 Day Universal Park to Park Pass (Child 3-9) $90.52 $ 82.00 x _____ = $_______ USF and IOA After 2:00pm Not Sold at Gate $ 49.00 x _____ = $_______ SEAWORLDSeaWorld (Adult) $79.82 $ 71.00 x _____ = $_______ SeaWorld (Child 3-9) $69.17 $ 61.00 x _____ = $_______ SeaWorld After 12:00PM (Adult) Not Sold at Gate $ 59.00 x _____ = $_______ SeaWorld After 12:00PM (Child 3-9) Not Sold at Gate $ 48.00 x _____ = $_______ DINNER SHOWSArabian Nights (Adult) $59.06 $ 43.00 x _____ = $_______ Arabian Nights (Child 3-11) $30.89 $ 29.00 x _____ = $_______ Medieval Times (Adult) $52.38 $ 43.00 x _____ = $_______ Medieval Times (Child 3-11) $35.26 $ 29.00 x _____ = $_______ Sleuth’s Mystery (Adult) $53.20 $ 43.00 x _____ = $_______ Sleuth’s Mystery (Child 3-11) $25.51 $ 22.00 x _____ = $_______

Shipping and Handling Fee: $25.00 (FedEx International Express)

Shipping and Handling Fee: $11.00 (Two Day FedEx Continental U.S.)

>Incomplete order forms cannot be processed. NO phone orders will be taken. >Tickets are shipped no later than 10 days via FedEx after December 21, 2009. >If you miss the deadline, the above tickets will also be available on-site at the Hello Florida! Attraction Ticket Sales Desk near convention registration. All attraction tickets may be sold on-site at a higher price. >Tickets Fed Ex and signature is required for delivery. No P.O. Box. >Hello Florida! is unable to contact individuals upon receipt of order; no confirmations will be faxed or mailed. >Hello Florida! is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets once received by guest.

TOTAL ENCLOSED $_______

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Signature: ______________________________________________

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MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO HELLO FLORIDA! INC. MAIL TO: Hello Florida! Inc. 4205 Vineland Road, Suite L-3, Orlando, FL 32811

OR FAX ORDER TO: 407-425-8910; Phone: 407-425-6132, Ext. 300

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2-5 DAY PARK HOPPERS - 4 PARKS A Two, Three, Four or Five Day Park Hopper pass to all FOUR Disney Parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom PLUS 1 Visitto one of the following :Blizzard Beach, Typhoon Lagoon, Disney Quest or Oak Trail

BLIZZARD BEACH Disney legend has it that after a freak winter storm blanketed the area, Florida's first ski resort was born. Enjoy the most slushy, slippery, exhilarating Water Park anywhere!

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA (USF)At USF, instead of just watching the movies, you get to live them. With more than 40 incredible rides, shows, movie sets and attractions, it’s the only place on earth where you can Ride the Movies. It’s only at Universal Studios Florida!

1 OR 2 DAY AFTER 2:00PMA One or Two Day After 2:00PM admission

ticket to ONE of the Disney Parks. This ticket is NOT a Park Hopper.

TYPHOON LAGOONTyphoon Lagoon promises a wonderful watery adventure. Navigate nine exhilarating waterslides and streams or conquer one of the world's largest artificially created waves!

UNIVERSAL’S ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE (IOA) IOA brings together the most unforgettable encounters of all time and challenges you to “Live the Adventure” by exploring all five islands: Seuss Landing, The Lost Continent, Toon Lagoon, Jurassic Park and Marvel Super Hero Island.

MAGIC KINGDOM Follow your Disney dreams to a place where storybook fantasy comes to life for children of all ages. Seek out adventures, create magical memories with beloved characters and discover the fun where imagination reigns.

OAK TRAIL Enjoy a delightful time at this retreat that is home to a pleasurable nine-hole, par-36 course. Play the excellent, undulating target greens. Reservations required. Please call (407) WDW - GOLF

UNIVERSAL CITYWALK Home to an array of nightclubs, restaurants, concert venues, shops, cinemas, street performers and vendors, Universal CityWalk is all the excitement of the city neatly wrapped up into one 30-acre package. One ticket gives you unlimited all club access for incredible music and entertainment all night.

EPCOTGather with family and friends to celebrate the fascinating cultures and numerous wonders of the world around you through dazzling shows, interactive experiences and amazing attractions. Marvel at the power of the human imagination to set the spirits soaring.

SEAWORLD FULL DAY / AFTER 12PMSeaWorld Orlando is the world’s premiere marine adventure park with 200 acres of world-class shows, exciting rides and unforgettable animal encounters. Explore the mysteries of the sea with up close and hands-on animal interactions.

ARABIAN NIGHTS DINNER SHOW Arabian Nights brings a fairy tale to life on horseback. A majestic display of breathtaking horses and colorful costumes create a celebration of the relationship between horses and riders. Menu features: dinner and dessert, complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks.

DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS Salute the world of showbiz - from the Hollywood classics of yesteryear to the best in popular entertainment. Take center stage as the star of your own adventure: from rock 'n' roll fantasy to Broadway-style stage spectaculars, from the silver screen to the TV screen to behind the scenes.

2 PARK / 7 DAY PASS The 2-Park 7 Day pass entitles one (1) guest admission to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure and CityWalk for a total of up to seven (7) consecutive calendar days which includes the first day any theme park or CityWalk portion of the ticket is used.

MEDIEVAL TIMES DINNER SHOWWhile feasting on a four-course meal served by the castle wenches, you can cheer your very own knight to victory. Competitions consist of jousting matches, sword fights, games on horseback and more. Menu features: dinner and dessert, complimentary beer, iced tea, coffee and soft drinks.

DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM Disney storytelling comes to life in a kingdom brimming with fun, wonder and adventure. Savor thrilling attractions, shows, the majesty of nature and the fascinating animals - real and imagined - that enrich our planet.

PARK TO PARK PASS With the Universal Orlando Park to Park Pass, you buy one ticket that allows unlimited park to park access for 1 or 2 days - visit BOTH parks in the same day.

SLEUTH’S MYSTERY DINNER SHOWStep into the world of mand intrigue. Mingle with the unusual characters. Watch for clues. You will be kept onthe edge of your seat as you try to solve an exciting who-dunnit. Each shfeatures audience participation; dinner and dessert; unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks and prizes for Successful Sleuths.

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DISNEYQUESTCreate your own adventures in this one-of-a-kind indoor interactive theme park bursting with games that give "state-of-the-art" new meaning. Discover five floors exploding with cutting-edge technology, virtual reality and 3-D experiences — all fueled by Disney innovation and imagination.

UNIVERSAL AFTER 2PMA One Day pass After 2:00PM admission ticket to Both Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. This ticket is a Park to Park Pass and includes one night to CityWalk.

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Title ________________________________________ ❏ DVM / VMD

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Address __________________________________________________❏ Home ❏ Practice

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Vaccines Symposium

8 to 8:50 a.m. Vaccine Technology Dr. Melissa Kennedy

9 to 9:50 a.m. Leptospirosis Dr. Richard Goldstein

10 to 10:50 a.m. Canine Vaccination Dr. Ronald Schultz

11 to 11:50 a.m. Q&A Panel Discussion Moderated by Dr. Richard Ford

Pain Management Symposium

2 to 4:50 p.m. Covering the latest in pain management Presenters to be announced

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Sunday – FRONTLINE® PLUS - New Research Findings – Dr. M. Dryden

Masitinib – A Novel Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor for the Treatment of Mast Cell Tumors in Dogs – The European Clinical Experience – Drs. M. Brearley and J. deVos

Ensuring the Care of Animal Companions in the Event of Their Owner’s Death or Disability – Dr. A. Shever

Managing Canine and Feline Behavior 24/7 – Dr. C. Tuba

Using Technology to Boost Efficiency, Satisfaction and Your Bottom Line – Dr. M. Heinke

Don’t Lose Your Patients – How to Keep Clients and Prevent Shelter Relinquishment – Dr. N. Dodman

Trends and Tools – Dr. K. Felsted

Anesthesia and Fluid Therapy in Critical Care – Dr. J. Gaynor

Understanding the Human Animal Bond Inside and Out - Ms. G. Gilbert Stoga

Stress: The Silent Player in Feline Medicine – Drs. T. Buffington and S. Heath

FVMA Pharmacology Update for Florida Licensed Practitioners – Dr. Alistair Webb

Canine Influenza: Update and Prevention Strategies – Drs. C. Crawford and L. King

Skin: You’ve Got 15 Minutes – Dr. C. Griffin

Monday – Perception and Reality: Knowing the Difference is Important in Successful Flea Control – Dr. B. Blagburn

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Clinical Pathology Symposium

Cutting Edge SymposiumDermatology Symposium

Cardiology SymposiumSymposium on Pain-Orthopedics

NAVC Clinician’s Brief – Consultant on Call

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Advanced Learning Series: Managing Microbes, GI, Insights From the Experts, Hidden Treasures

Animal Welfare Symposium

Parasitology SymposiumPain Management Symposium Vaccine Symposium

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Training Seminar Announcement A PennHIP training seminar will be offered in conjunction with the North American Veterinary Conference on January 15, 2010. The seminar consists of 7 hours of lecture covering the current understanding of canine hip dysplasia with specific emphasis on the science to support the PennHIP radiographic procedure. Ample opportunity will be provided for hands-on practice of the technique through the use of bone and simulated mechanical models. Attendees will receive 6 hours of continuing education credit. Technicians are welcome toaccompany a veterinarian, for a reduced fee. Coffee breaks and lunch will be included. Registrants are responsible for their own travel and lodging. Interested veterinarians can register by calling 215-573-3176 or by completing and submitting this form.

Compression View Distraction View

The PennHIP method of canine hip evaluation utilizes a special distraction device and depends on precise positioning of the patient to obtain diagnostic radiographs. Only “certified” PennHIP members can take and submit radiographs for official analysis. Certified members have successfully completed quality assurance exercises at their respective practices to ensure consistency and accuracy in performing the PennHIP radiographic technique. A distraction device is required to perform PennHIP radiography and can be purchased through PennHIP. A one-time reading fee is charged for the quality assurance exercises (see fee schedule below). Although these fees are optional, we suggest that registrants pay for them with registration so that the distractor will be delivered to the seminar and certification exercises may be started immediately upon return to your clinic.

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For more information about the PennHIP program, or for upcoming training seminars, please visit the PennHIP website at www.pennhip.org.

NEW REGISTRANTS Seminar Registration Fees: Check one. Equipment and Certification Fees Veterinarian (new registrant) – DVD & manual included $375 Quality Assurance Evaluation Fee $300 Technician – DVD & manual included $155 Distractor† (required to perform procedure) $300 Technician – No DVD or manual $100 †Subject to shipping and handling charges if purchased after seminar date

CURRENTLY CERTIFIED PENNHIP MEMBERS Registration Fees: Check one.

Veterinarian – PennHIP Certified Associate Member applying for Full membership - DVD & manual included $375 Veterinarian – PennHIP Certified Full Member taking a “refresher course” - DVD & manual included $155Note: All prices subject to change without notice

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