November 8-15, 2008
Join us in St. Kitts
Mark your calendar - this November, Ross University is once again hosting the West Indies Veterinary Conference.
This week-long program features 25 hours of continuing education covering a range of topics of interest to veterinarians of all specialties. Held at the beautiful Marriott resort on St. Kitts, it's a wonderful setting to take continuing education while enjoying a variety of networking and social events. Room rates for conference participants start at $132 per night.
Calling all Ross Alumni
Together with the Continuing Education program, the West Indies Veterinary Conference also marks the 3rd annual Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine Alumni Reunion. Relax, connect with old and new friends and see all the exciting changes on campus and on St. Kitts!
Scheduled Speakers
Dr. Dennis Chew, DVM, DACVIM
Professor at The Ohio State University
Renal Medicine & Feline Cystitis
Dr. Mark Petersen, DVM, DACVIM
Associate Director of the Caspary Research Institute
Naturally-Occurring Endocrine Disorders of Canines and Felines
Dr. Dean Richardson, DVM, DACVS
Chief - Section of Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania
Equine, Bovine, & Camelids
Dr. Sandra Manfra Marretta, DVM, DACVS, DAVDC
Professor - Small Animal Surgery & Dentistry at the University of Illinois
Small Animal Dentistry
Steve Dale
Pet Expert & Certified Dog and Cat Behavior Consultant
Animal Behavior & Veterinary Communication/Media Training
Activities Include:
- Welcome Reception - Sunday, November 9th
- Cocktail Reception at Ottley’s Plantation - Monday, November 10th
- Catamaran Trip to Nevis/Sunshine's - Wednesday, November 12th
- Brimstone Hill Dinner (Ross Alumni Reunion Dinner) - Thursday, November 13th
- Closing Reception - Friday, November 14th
- 5K "Hash Run" - Saturday, November 15th
Registry for Approved Continuing Education (R.A.C.E.)