St Kitts
February 21-24, 2025
Emergency Medicine &
Ophthalmology
$979
Travel to the hidden Caribbean gem of St Kitts!
A weekend at the beach is just what you need to recharge
***Earn 15 Hours RACE Approved CE***
SOLD OUT! Email info@travelingvetretreats.com for availability!
SPEAKERS
Amanda Cavanagh
DVM, DACVECC
Dr. Cavanagh is an Assistant Professor of Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care at Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and is the section head of the Emergency Service. Dr Cav received her undergraduate degree from Georgetown University in Washington DC. She then received her DVM from Auburn University in 2011 and acquired ACVECC board certification after completing a residency at North Carolina State University in 2015. Dr. Cavanagh has a special interest in cats, point of care ultrasound, traumatology, and toxicology. She is owned by 4 lovely children, two moderately dyspneic pugs, and two hairless cats with an impressive multi-season, holiday inclusive wardrobe.
LECTURE TOPICS
- The Systematic XABCDE Triage Exam: Rapidly Identify and Fix Life Threatening Problems
- Finding Feline and Canine Sepsis
- Fixing Feline and Canine Sepsis
- Successfully Employing Point of Care Diagnostics
- Vasopressors in Practice
- Fixing Electrolytes in Critically Ill Pets
- Decontaminating the Poisoned Pet (including lipids)
Candace Auten
DVM, DACVO
Dr. Auten earned both her Bachelor of Science in Biology (1998) and Master of Science in Biology (2000) degrees from Purdue University. She graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2006 after completing a clinical year at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After graduation, Dr. Auten worked as a mixed animal veterinarian for several years. She completed her 3-year residency program at Eye Care for Animals in 2018 and became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists in 2019. She recently participated in a research project with the UC Davis ophthalmology department, focusing on sudden acquired retinal degeneration in dogs.
LECTURE TOPICS
- Ocular Emergencies – When to Treat & When to Refer
- Scratching the Surface: Common Corneal Conditions
- The Comprehensive Ophthalmic Exam
- Common Conditions of the Uvea
- Medical and Surgical Conditions of the Adnexa, Conjunctiva, and Third Eyelid
- Medical and Surgical Conditions of the Lens
- Retinal and Vitreal Conditions
Group hotel
HOW TO GET THERE
Fly into Robert L Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
Rent a Car or Taxi to hotel
Join our Facebook group (invitation on registration email) to coordinate traveling with other attendees!
Taxis are readily available to take you anywhere on island
It is also easy and safe to rent a car on island. We recommend Bullseye. Please note! St Kitts drives on the LEFT hand side of the road! There is free parking at the Marriott.
Daily Itinerary
February 21
9:15am – Welcome Yoga (Lawn near Building 13)
12:40pm – Check In Starts
1 – 2:30pm
The Systematic XABCDE Triage Exam
2:40 – 3:30pm
New Techniques in Respiratory Emergencies
Break
3:50 – 4:40pm
The Comprehensive Ophthalmic Exam
4:50 – 5:40pm
Ocular Emergencies
6:00 – 7:00pm
Welcome Reception – Rasta Pasta & Open Bar – Seaview Terrace
Februrary 22
Dr Auten – Ophthalmology
8 – 9:30am
Scratching the Surface: Common Corneal Conditions
9:40 – 10:30am
Conditions of the Adnexa, Conjunctiva & Third Eyelid
Break
10:50 – 11:40am
Conditions of the Uvea
11:45 – 12:30pm
Conditions of the Lens
12:40 – 1:30pm
Retinal & Vitreal Conditions
Free to Explore
February 23
Catamaran Snorkeling Trip
Departure: 10am
Return: ~4pm
Location: Port Zante
Lunch and Open Bar Included!
Attendees and Pre-Approved Guests Only!
NO LECTURES TODAY
February 24
Dr Cavanagh – Emergency Medicine
8 – 8:50
Successfully Employing Point of Care Diagnostics & Fixing Electrolytes
9 – 9:50
Vasopressors in Practice
Break
10:10 – 11
Finding Feline & Canine Sepsis
11:10 – 12:00pm
Fixing Feline & Canine Sepsis
12:10 – 1:00pm
Decontaminating the Poisoned Pet
Pick Up Your CE Certificates
Free to Explore
Group Catamaran Trip
and
Group Yoga
Group Catamaran Trip
Start Time: 10am
Where: Port Zante
Full day sail with lunch and open bar provided!
Be sure to select if you will or will not attend during registration, this is important for a head count. ALL attendees have a spot included in registration. If you would like your companion to attend, this is an extra charge – please email info@travelingvetretreats.com to inquire, spaces are limited.
Morning Yoga
When: Thursday, February 20, 2025
Start Time: 8am
Location: TBD
Be sure to select if you will or will not attend during registration, this is important for a head count. Only registered attendees please.
Travel Tips
Travel Insurance
Favorite Travel Items
Don’t forget your YOGA MAT like this one from Amazon – it folds easily into your suitcase
This program is approved for 15 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that
recognize RACE approval. Course # 20-1234380 We are a NYSED Approved CE provider
St Kitts Veterinary CE 2025
This program is approved for 15 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval. Course # 20-1234380 We are a NYSED Approved CE provider
St Kitts Veterinary CE 2025