Scientific Program and Schedule of Events 28th Biennial Caribbean Veterinary Medical Association (CbVMA) Conference 2014 Cayman Opening New Frontiers in Veterinary Medicine: The Work, The Life, The Balance Grand Cayman Island Marriott Beach Resort November 4-7, 2014 To use the Mobile Event Guide (conference app), scan the QR code: CbVMA CARIBBEAN VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION Table of Contents Table of Contents Committees and Staff .............................................................. 3 Reviewers .................................................................................. 3 Moderators ................................................................................ 3 Presenters/Instructors ............................................................... 3 Exhibitors and Sponsors ........................................................... 4 Special Thanks .......................................................................... 4 Information to Assist You.......................................................... 5 Mobile Event Guide (similar to an APP) ........................... 5 Continuing Education Credit ............................................ 5 Internet Access .................................................................. 5 Dress Code ......................................................................... 5 Conference Evaluation...................................................... 5 Practical Labs ..................................................................... 5 Message Board .................................................................. 6 Name Badges and Tickets ................................................ 6 Proceedings and Speaker Handouts ............................... 6 Recording of Sessions ........................................................ 6 Speaker Ready Room........................................................ 6 Activities .................................................................................... 7 Guest Program ................................................................... 7 What to Do on the Island ................................................... 7 Child Care........................................................................... 7 Opening Ceremony and Reception ................................ 7 Governor’s Reception........................................................ 7 Cultural Night ...................................................................... 7 Closing Dinner Banquet ..................................................... 7 Schedule at a Glance.............................................................. 8 Tuesday ............................................................................... 9 Wednesday ........................................................................ 9 Thursday ....................................................................... 10-11 Friday............................................................................ 12-13 Posters...................................................................................... 12 Exhibit Profiles .................................................................... 14-15 Meeting Room Layout ........................................... Back Cover Thank You for Joining Us in the Cayman Islands The Cayman Islands Veterinary Medical Association (CIVMA) welcomes you to the 28th Biennial Caribbean Veterinary Medical Association (CbVMA) Conference. We are honored to host this premier meeting and are so glad you have joined us. The Scientific Program has been designed to fit our theme, “Opening New Frontiers in Veterinary Medicine: The Work, The Life, The Balance” and features regional and international renowned speakers. This chosen theme has the ultimate goal of improving both animal and human quality of life. We hope you find the sessions informative, the networking enjoyable, and the events entertaining. Be sure to register for Cultural Night at the beautiful Grand Old House, a George Town eatery specializing in Island cuisine. Our group will enjoy local entertainment full of Caymanian culture and a private dinner on the spectacular deck with an ocean view. Price includes transportation, full dinner buffet, soft drinks/juice, welcome rum punch, cash bar, dessert, and entertainment. Tickets are still available for purchase. Please see registration. There is no better place than Grand Cayman, one of the Caribbean’s finest islands, to enjoy a good work and life balance. Welcome! CbVMA 2014 Conference Committee Mission Statement of the CbVMA The mission of the Caribbean Veterinary Medical Association is to advance the practice of Veterinary Medicine in the Caribbean Region by providing a forum for integration, communication, and continuing education. 2 Acknowledgments Presenters / Instructors Brandy Darby, DVM, Committee Co-Chair and CIVMA President Alfred Benjamin, Cert Hon, BSc, DVM, MS, Committee Co-Chair and CIVMA Director Kanyuira Gikonyo, DVM, MPH, Committee Member and CIVMA Vice-President Brendan Lee, DVM, MSC, MPH, DACVPM, Curriculum Committee and CIVMA Treasurer Brian Roberts, DVM, DACVECC, Curriculum Committee Karen Rosenthal, DVM, MS, Curriculum Committee Nigel Elliott, DVM, Committee Member Charles Dickinson, DVM, MS, DACVIM, Committee Member Elisabeth Broussard, DVM, CVA, CVCHM, Committee Member and CIVMA Secretary Mark Adam, DVM Michael Aronsohn, VMD, DACVS David Bartram, BVetMed, Dip ECSRHM, MPhil, FRCVS Asha Beharry Ilze K. Berzins, MS, PhD, DVM Sheldon Bovell, DVM Gary Butcher, DVM, MS, PhD, DACPV Craig Clermond Gus Cothran, PhD, MS Charles Dickinson, DVM, MS, DACVIM Cheyenne Dixon, B.S. Animal Science, M.S. Meat Science Cindy Driscoll, DVM Maarten Drost, DVM, Dipl ACT Steve Fitz-Coy, MS, PhD Richard Ford, DVM, MS David Freeman, MVB, PhD, DACVS Lori Gaskins, DVM, DACVB, DACAW Karla Georges, DVM, MSc, PhD Paul Gibbs, BVSc, PhD, FRCVS Carlton Gyles, DVM, PhD Jessica Harvey, BSc. (Hons) Guy Harvey, PhD Fisheries Science Cindy Hatfield, BSc, DVM, MSc, Cert. Vet (Anesthesiology) Dan Hawkins, MS, DVM, DACVS Crystal Jerome Justine John Martha Keller, DVM, MS Micah Kohles, DVM, MPA Meera Koongebeharry Jan Kovacic, DVM, DACVECC Kashena McCarthy David McKenzie, DVM, MPH, PhD Michelle Mellowes, BSc, DVM, MSc Hannah Nangoo Christine Navarre, DVM, MS, DACVIM (LA) Leigh O’Mara, PhD Chris Oura, BVetMed, MSc, PhD, MRCVS Carla Phillips, DVM, MPhil, PhD Ioana Popescu, DVM, Magistra Medicinae Veterinarie Brian Poteet, MS, DVM, DACVR, DABSNM Brian K. Roberts, DVM, DACVECC Chris Sanchez, DVM, PhD, DACVIM Michael Schaer, DVM, DACVIM (saim), DACVECC Louanne Serrette Hasani Stewart, DVM, Mphil Janelle St. Aime Darrel Styles, DVM, PhD Steve Surujbally, BVSc, MVSc, Dr Med Vet Alex Thomasson, DVM Nyoni Winchester Elizabeth Wunderlich, B.S. Animal Science CbVMA Executive Dr. Paul Crooks, President Dr. Curtis Padilla, Immediate Past-President Dr. Michelle Bell, Vice-President Dr. Audrie McNab, Treasurer Dr. Nigel Elliott, Secretary Conference Planning Office the Planners Debbie Cowen, CMP, Owner/Conference Director Caitlin Mueller, Meeting & Event Planner Elizabeth Smith, Online Promotion/Design, Proceedings Projects Stephen Smith, Special Web Projects Contact Information Denver, CO Ph: 303-886-7137; Fax: 303-459-5113 [email protected] www.theplannersco.com Proceedings Abstract/Manuscript Reviewers Aftab Awan, DVM, PhD, MSc Alfred Benjamin, Cert Hon, BSc, DVM, MS Brandy Darby, DVM Charles Dickinson, DVM, MS, DACVIM Karla Georges, DVM, MSc, PhD Kanyuira Gikonyo, DVM, MPH Brendan Lee, DVM, MSC, MPH, DACVPM Nigel Elliott, DVM Brian Roberts, DVM, DACVECC Karen Rosenthal, DVM, MS Acknowledgments 2014 CbVMA Conference Committee Moderators David Bartram, BVetMed, Dip ECSRHM, MPhil, FRCVS Alfred Benjamin, Cert Hon, BSc, DVM, MS Paul Crooks, DVM Brandy Darby, DVM Charles Dickinson, DVM, MS, DACVIM Nigel Elliott, DVM Kanyuira Gikonyo, DVM, MPH Brendan Lee, DVM, MSC, MPH, DACVPM Colin Manson, BVMS, RCVS Cert SAS Michelle Mellowes, BSc, DVM, MSc Curtis Padilla, DVM, BSc Coleen Phillips, DVM, MSc-VPH Brian Roberts, DVM, DACVECC Karen Rosenthal, DVM, MS Steve Surujbally, BVSc, MVSc, Dr Med Vet 3 Acknowledgments Continued 2014 Exhibitors and Sponsors Acknowledgments International Abaxis Aquatic Animal Health Program The Best Dressed Chicken Henry Schein Animal Health IDEXX Laboratories. Inc Karl Storz MDS Inc Merial NOLA Region MNM Veterinary Supply NAVC Oncura Partners Diagnostics Photonic Health, LLC Purina Royal Canin University of West Indies Vet Brands International, Inc. Vétoquinol Canada Inc: VIN VitalRads Zoetis Local Island Caribbean Utilities Company Cayman Animal Hospital Cayman Auto Spa Dart Enterprises Department of Environment, Cayman Islands Government Dr. Cavelle Benjamin-Arias Fosters Food Fair Health Services Authority, Cayman Islands Island Veterinary Services Mr. Taron Jackman The Veterinary Clinic & Specialty Boarding Water Authority-Cayman Speaker and Practical Lab Sponsors Cuattro Digital Imaging Department of Agriculture Guy Harvey Horizon Veterinary Services Jurox Inc. Merial North American Veterinary Community Oxbow Animal Health St. Matthew’s University United States Meat Export Federation University of West Indies VitalRads Special Thanks We wish to thank the following for their special consideration of our attendees: Her Excellency The Governor Mrs. Helen Kilpatrick, CB, for hosting a reception at the Governor’s House in honor of our attendees; Hon. D. Kurt Tibbetts, Minister for Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure, for officially opening the Conference; Government Ministries and Departments, namely, those responsible for Agriculture, Tourism, Health and Culture, Her Majesty’s Customs, Immigration Services and the Cayman National Cultural Foundation for funding, facilitation and logistical assistance; St Matthew’s University School of Veterinary Medicine for their collaborative efforts; Grand Old House and Marriott Beach Resort Hotel; Tropicana Tours for offering our guests discounted prices on their services; and a host of individuals who gave unselfishly of their time and skills to make this a most memorable conference. 4 Information to Assist You NEW THIS YEAR! 2014 CbVMA Mobile Event Guide (similar to an APP) Get easy access to your registration record, schedules, maps, and the attendee directory. Our mobile event guide will even allow you to exchange your personal information with a QR code and quickly browse attendee directories. You can gain access to all of this with no mobile app to install. Access the mobile event guide by using this link: http://www.cbvma.org/2014app and entering the username and password you used to register for the conference. If you do not know your password, simply follow the “reset password” link on the sign-in page. You may also use the QR Code to gain access to the mobile event guide. Dressing for Sessions The Dress Code is “smart casual” for all sessions and receptions. Be prepared for temperature changes. Meeting rooms will be air conditioned so dressing in layers is strongly advised. Air temperatures outside could get high; and temperatures in the different rooms will vary based on the size of the space and the number of people. We suggest you carry a sweater or light jacket for your comfort. Conference Evaluation Cell phones – please turn them OFF or set to VIBRATE NEW THIS YEAR: take the survey online using this link: http://www.cbvma.org/2014eval Thank you for this courtesy and for helping to ensure a professional educational environment during sessions. Practical Labs Continuing Education Credit RACE Provider Name: Caribbean Veterinary Medical Association; Provider Number: 760 Maximum CE hours an individual can obtain: 20 hours This program has been submitted (but not yet approved) for hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have -limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call Dr. Brandy Darby, phone: 817-710-4833; [email protected] for further information. Buses depart the hotel front door at 1:00 p.m. Please meet in in the lobby and we will take attendance as you board the bus. Please look for signs of your correct lab bus. • Examination and Manipulation of Reproductive Tracts will be held at the Cayman Island Agriculture Pavilion • Ultrasound Practical Lab will be held at the St. Matthew’s University Clinical Teaching Facility Practical Labs Still Open–Register Today! • There are open slots available. See registration desk. Continuing Education credits are recognized through RACE (Registry of Approved Continuing Education) and are offered for certain sessions. Please complete the Certificate of Attendance Form in your packet. Be sure to sign-in at each session you attend for proper attendance records. Attendee is responsible for completing Certificate of Attendance with accurate attendance and submitting to their appropriate accreditation office. Internet Access The hotel is offering all conference attendees FREE high-speed internet access in your sleeping room, meeting space and the lobby. • To access the internet as a hotel guest throughout the hotel, use the same code used within your room. To login, select “I am a registered guest”. Follow the steps, select the number of days and accept the charges. The amount will not be reflected on your final bill. (No code will be provided for the rooms). • The lobby is free to connect for everyone. Select “Marriott Public”. • To access in the meeting space, please use the code located in the meeting space. This is assigned for our group only. Note: When linking to the internet in the meeting space areas, that will be the only connection that will show as available (“Marriott Conference”) but if you are already connected from your hotel guest room, you are able to use that same connection in this space without having to sign-in again, unless the connection is expired. 5 Info to Assist You To help the conference committee plan future education programs and events, please complete the evaluation form. Return your completed form to the registration desk or fax it to the Conference Office by November 15: fax 303-459-5113. Your evaluation is important and we thank you in advance for taking the time to tell us what you think. Information to Assist You No Refunds for Practical Labs Program Disclosure • Please note that the statements made by the speakers and the materials distributed are solely those of the speakers / distributors. CIVMA/CbVMA do not endorse such statements or materials and disclaims any and all liability arising out of reliance on any speaker’s statements or materials. • No refunds will be made for lab assignments that conflict with your schedule. Lab fees cannot be refunded for cancellations made during the conference regardless of reason. If you decide to “sell” your time slot to someone else you must see registration personnel for approval and processing no later than 10:00 a.m. on Friday. Material Distribution and Exhibitor Prize Policies • Info to Assist You • • Non-exhibitors may not distribute materials. Please respect the exhibit and sponsor process. If you would like to distribute information to attendees, please see registration personnel for payment options. We reserve the right to dispose of any and all unauthorized materials that may be found outside an approved exhibit. Exhibitors may sponsor individual drawings or giveaways at their booths. Each exhibitor is solely responsible for its own drawing and contacting the winners. We will not provide for announcements of the winners during the conference, so please check with exhibitor. Message Board There is a message board located near the registration area for all to use. Post and/or look for job openings, internships, or continuing education opportunities. Leave a message for a colleague. The message board is for all to use. Name Badges and Tickets are required as follows: • • • Wear name badges to–Opening Ceremony/Reception, Governor’s Reception, Closing Banquet, Sessions, Practical Labs, Exhibit Hall. Bring tickets to–Lunches, Cultural Night, and Closing Banquet. Buy tickets to all conference activities at the registration desk. Proceedings and Speaker Handouts All conference attendees have access to the Proceedings online before, during and after the conference. Speaker hand-outs are also available online. We are not able to print these for you, so please use your computer, Notebook, IPad, etc. with the free hotel internet to access the booklets. Or, you may visit the business center to print your choices. Link to proceedings and handouts: www.cbvma.org/download The password to access the Proceedings and Handouts was emailed to each attendee. To obtain the password again, please see registration personnel. Feedback – If you have suggestions about the Proceedings, please include it on your evaluation form. 6 Recording of Sessions Audio and video recording is not permitted without prior approval by the Conference Manager. Please see Debbie Cowen. Session Attendance • • All program components, except practical labs, are open to anyone who registers; however, children under 12 are not allowed in any educational sessions. Registration for conference components is indicated on your name badge. Attending a conference program that is not indicated on your name badge is not permitted. Speaker Ready Room Room 300 – 3rd floor The speaker ready room will be open Tuesday, November 4 at 2:00 p.m. through Friday, November 7 at 3:00 p.m. The room is a place for speakers to prepare for their presentation; NO computer or audio visual equipment will be available. Please bring your own computer if needed. Activities Guest Program Governor’s Reception If you pre-registered a guest for the conference, you will find an envelope with tickets for your guest in your registration packet. If you wish to purchase a guest registration on-site, please see registration personnel. Wednesday, November 5, 6:15-8:30 p.m. Your fee includes: access to exhibitors, Opening Reception, Governor’s Reception, refreshment breaks, and 3 lunches (one lunch for single day.) Closing ceremony dinner ticket available for purchase, $75 US. $200 US Three Day Guest Pass; children under 3 free $70 US One Day Guest Pass; children under 3 free What to Do on the Island There are many beautiful places to see and activities to enjoy while on the Grand Cayman Island. To review and register for activities, visit the Tropicana website: http://www.tropicana-tours.com/orderform.htm or visit the Marriott concierge located on the 1st floor. Child Care AAA Caregivers Agency is a local company offering child care services. Please click here for their information. Opening Ceremony and Reception Tuesday, November 4, 6:00-8:30 p.m. Join us for a Special Cayman Island Welcome! The Opening Ceremony and Reception both are held at the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort. The Hon. D. Kurt Tibbetts, Minister for Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure will address the conference attendees, as well as other special guests. Come experience local entertainment as we officially open the conference. At the Reception, enjoy appetizers and drinks as you meet up with old friends and mingle with new colleagues. The Opening Ceremony and Reception are included in the price of every registration this year! The Ceremony will be held 6:00-7:00 p.m. and the Reception will immediately follow. Cultural Night––Tickets Still Available for Purchase Dinner at the Grand Old House Thursday, November 6, 6:00-9:00 p.m. $95 per adult; $75 for children 12 and under Join us for an evening of entertainment at the beautiful Grand Old House, a George Town eatery specializing in Island cuisine. Our group will enjoy local entertainment full of Cayman culture and a private dinner on the spectacular deck with an ocean view. Price includes transportation, dinner buffet, soft drinks/juice, welcome rum punch, cash bar, dessert, and entertainment. AcƟviƟes http://www.aaacaregivers.ky/contact-us.php Individual is responsible for making all arrangements. Staff and affiliates take no responsibility and have no liability for services selected. (Buses stage at hotel 6:15 p.m.; buses leave Governor’s beginning at 8:00 p.m.) A special invitation has been extended for all attendees to join the Governor at Her Excellency’s Residency for a reception including appetizers and cocktails. Round-trip transportation will be provided between the Marriott hotel and Governor’s Mansion. Buses for event are free to all conference attendees. Dinner food includes: assortment of salads, dinner rolls, sweet corn chowder, jerk chicken, jerk picnic pork, BBQ spare ribs, Cayman style pulled beef, pan fried catch fish of the day, vegetarian curry masala, candied sweet plantains, rice and beans, corn on the cob, Cajun potato wedges, seasonal vegetables, raspberry cheese cake, caramel flan, rich choco, juice and soft drinks. Closing Dinner Banquet––Tickets Still Available for Purchase Friday, November 7, 7:00-10:00 p.m. The closing Banquet will be held at the Marriott. Additional tickets for purchase: adult $75 US, children $55 US. Ticket includes dinner, dessert, cash bar, and entertainment. 7 Schedule at a Glance Educational Program at a Glance NOTE: All meeting/exhibit space is held in the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort except for the Friday Practical Labs. Tuesday, November 4 2:00-5:00 p.m. Registration Open Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 2:00-5:00 p.m. Exhibits Open Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 6:00-7:00 p.m. Opening Ceremony Ballroom, 3rd floor 7:00-8:30 p.m. Opening Reception Ballroom, 3rd floor Schedule at a Glance Wednesday, November 5 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Registration Open Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Exhibits Open Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 8:00-8:30 a.m. Welcome Session Lady Jade and Golden Sun, 3rd floor 8:30-9:00 a.m. Keynote Speaker—Dr. Guy Harvey Lady Jade and Golden Sun, 3rd floor 9:10-10:00 a.m. Plenary Session—Dr. David Bartram Lady Jade and Golden Sun, 3rd floor 10:00-10:20 a.m. Refreshment Break Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 10:00-10:20 a.m. Poster Questions/Answers Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 10:20 a.m.-12:10 p. m. Breakout Sessions Meeting Rooms, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floor 12:10-1:40 p.m. Box Lunch in Anchor & Den— Visit Exhibits! Anchor & Den, lobby level 1:40-3:30 p.m. Breakout Sessions Meeting Rooms, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floor 3:30-3:50 p.m. Refreshment Break Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 3:50-4:40 p.m. Breakout Sessions Meeting Rooms, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floor 5:00-6:00 p.m. Commonwealth Veterinary Association Meeting Reef Suite, 4th Floor 6:15-8:30 p.m. Governor’s Reception (Buses stage at 6:15 p.m. at front hotel entrance; Meet in lobby; last shuttle leaves reception at 8:15 p.m.) Thursday, November 6 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Registration Open Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Exhibits Open Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 8:00-9:00 a.m. Plenary Session—Dr. Carlton Gyles Lady Jade and Golden Sun, 3rd floor 9:00-9:20 a.m. Refreshment Break Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 9:00-9:20 a.m. Poster Questions/Answers Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 9:20 a.m.-12:10 p. m. Breakout Sessions Meeting Rooms, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floor 12:10-1:40 p.m. Box Lunch in Anchor & Den— Visit Exhibits! Anchor & Den, lobby level 12:30-1:30 p.m. Regional VMA President/CVO Meeting Reef Suite, 4th floor 1:40-3:30 p.m. Breakout Sessions Meeting Rooms, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floor 3:30-3:50 p.m. Refreshment Break Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 3:50-4:40 p.m. Breakout Sessions Meeting Rooms, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floor 4:45-5:30 p.m. CbVMA Biennial Annual General Meeting Lady Jade, 3rd floor 6:00-9:00 p.m. Cultural Night (Buses stage at 5:45 p.m. at front hotel entrance; Meet in lobby; Please bring ticket) 7:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Registration Open Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Exhibits Open Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 8:00-9:00 a.m. Plenary Session—Dr. Darrel Styles Lady Jade and Golden Sun, 3rd floor 9:00-9:20 a.m. Refreshment Break Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 9:00-9:20 a.m. Poster Questions/Answers Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor 9:20 a.m.-12:10 p. m. Breakout Sessions Meeting Rooms, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floor 12:10-1:40 p.m. Box Lunch in Anchor & Den— Visit Exhibits! Anchor & Den, lobby level Friday, November 7 8 1:00 p.m. Buses leave from front hotel entrance to lab sites; meet in lobby 1:40-4:20 p.m. Breakout Sessions Meeting Rooms, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floor 1:40-4:40 p.m. Practical Labs Held off-site 7:00-10:00 p.m. Closing Banquet Dinner Ballroom, 3rd floor SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS OF EVENTS Tuesday, November 4 2:00-5:00 p.m. Registration Open — Foyer — 3rd Floor 2:00-5:00 p.m. Exhibits Open — Foyer — 3rd Floor 6:00-7:00 p.m. Opening Ceremony — Orchid Ballroom — 3rd Floor 7:00-8:30 p.m. Opening Reception — Orchid Ballroom — 3rd Floor Wednesday, November 5 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Registration Open — Foyer — 3rd Floor 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Exhibits Open — Foyer — 3rd Floor ROOM Lady Jade and Golden Sun, 3rd floor 8:00-8:30 a.m. Welcome Session 8:30-9:00 a.m. 9:10-10:00 a.m. Keynote Speaker—Guy Harvey, PhD Fisheries Science From Guy Harvey to the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation Plenary Speaker—David Bartram, BVetMed, Dip ECSRHM, MPhil, FRCVS The Science of Happiness: Achieving and Maintaining Good Mental Health Refreshment Break — Exhibit Hall and Foyer, 3rd floor Poster Presenters available for Q&A, poster area, Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor ROOM Lady Jade 3rd Floor Golden Sun 3rd Floor White Sands 3rd Floor Reef Suite 4th Floor Sunset Suite 5th Floor Session Track Small Animal One Health Exotic Companion Equine Wellness/Welfare Intravenous Fluid Overload—An Easy Way to Invite More Complications, Dr. Michael Schaer One Health: A Decade of Progress and Challenges for the Future, Dr. Paul Gibbs It’s a Gut Thing: Gastrointestinal Anatomy, Physiology and Nutrition of Exotic Companion Mammal (ECM) Species, Dr. Micah Kohles Interpretation of Equine Clinical Pathology Data I: The Complete Blood Count, Dr. Charles Dickinson Mental Health in the Veterinary Profession, Dr. David Bartram One Health and Climate Change, Dr. Paul Gibbs Top Ten Diseases in Exotic Companion Mammals, Dr. Micah Kohles Interpretation of Equine Clinical Pathology Data II: The Biochemical Profile and Urinalysis, Dr. Charles Dickinson Supporting Others: the UK Model, Dr. David Bartram 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m. Not-so-typical Gastrointestinal Emergencies—Best to be Prepared to Handle or Know When to Refer, Dr. Michael Schaer 12:10-1:40 p.m. LUNCH — (box lunch in Anchor & Den, lobby level; please bring ticket.—Be sure to visit the exhibits during your lunch break!) ROOM Lady Jade 3rd Floor Golden Sun 3rd Floor White Sands 3rd Floor Reef Suite 4th Floor Sunset Suite 5th Floor Session Track Small Animal One Health Food Animal Equine Wellness/Welfare A Picture is Worth 1,000 Words-A Visual Walk in the Door Session for “What’s Your Diagnosis?”, Dr. Michael Schaer One Health & Emergency Preparedness in the Caribbean Region and Gulf States of the USA, Dr. Paul Gibbs Avian Influenza H5N1: A Global Threat?, Dr. Gary Butcher Fluid Therapy in Equine Medicine, Dr. Charles Dickinson Pain Recognition and Management in the Horse, Dr. Chris Sanchez Diagnosis and Management of Portosystemic Shunts, Dr. Michael Aronsohn Caribbean One Health—Conservation of Aquatic Ecosystems, Dr. Carla Phillips Biosecurity: Key to Success in Poultry Production, Dr. Gary Butcher Use of Antimicrobial Drugs in Equine Medicine, Dr. Charles Dickinson Clear the AIR— Managing Team Conflict, Dr. Chris Sanchez 10:20-11:10 a.m. 1:40-2:30 p.m. 2:40-3:30 p.m. SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS OF EVENTS 10:00-10:20 a.m. 9 SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS OF EVENTS Wednesday, November 5 Continued 3:30-3:50 p.m. Refreshment Break — Exhibit Hall and Foyer, 3rd floor ROOM Lady Jade 3rd Floor Golden Sun 3rd Floor White Sands 3rd Floor Reef Suite 4th Floor Sunset Suite 5th Floor Session Track Small Animal One Health One Health Equine Wellness/Welfare Overpopulation: Addressing the Problem of Homelessness in Dogs and Cats, Dr. Michael Aronsohn Caribbean One Health—AquaMed, Dr. Carla Phillips Can We Prevent the Introduction of Emerging Diseases to the Caribbean? The Argument for One Health, Dr. Brendan Lee Introduction to Equine Acupuncture, Dr. Dan Hawkins Compassion Fatigue in Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Chris Sanchez 3:50-4:40 p.m. 5:00-6:00 p.m. Commonweath Veterinary Association Meeting — Reef Suite — 4th Floor 6:15-8:15 p.m. Governor’s Reception — (buses stage in front of hotel at 6:15 p.m.) Thursday, November 6 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Registration Open — Foyer — 3rd Floor 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Exhibits Open — Foyer — 3rd Floor ROOM Lady Jade and Golden Sun, 3rd floor 8:00-9:00 a.m. Plenary Speaker—Carlton Gyles, DVM, PhD Bats, Disease, and Mystery 9:00-9:20 a.m. Refreshment Break — Exhibit Hall and Foyer, 3rd floor Poster Presenters available for Q&A, poster area, Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor ROOM Lady Jade 3rd Floor Session Track Small Animal One Health Management of Brachycephalic Syndrome, Dr. Michael Aronsohn Master Class: Promoting the One Health Concept Across the Caribbean, Dr. Chris Oura Management of Laryngeal Paralysis, Dr. Michael Aronsohn 10:20-10:45 a.m. Lessons Learnt and Future Challenges in the Control of Veterinary Viruses, Dr. Chris Oura 9:20-10:10 a.m. SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS OF EVENTS 10:20-11:10 a.m. Golden Sun 3rd Floor White Sands 3rd Floor Reef Suite 4th Floor Sunset Suite 5th Floor Master Classes Equine Food Animal Feline Viral Upper Respiratory Infections: Why They Persist!, Dr. Richard Ford Introduction to Equine Chiropractic, Dr. Dan Hawkins Anthelmintic Resistance in Livestock Parasites: Focus on Control Part 1, Dr. Christine Navarre Escherichia coli in Urinary Tract Infections in Dogs, Dr. Carlton Gyles Integrating Acupuncture, Chiropractic, and Conventional Approaches, Dr. Dan Hawkins Anthelmintic Resistance in Livestock Parasites: Focus on Control Part 2, Dr. Christine Navarre Wellness—A New Urgency, Dr. Carlton Gyles Castration Complications, Dr. David Freeman Developing Preventive Medicine Programs for Livestock Producers, Dr. Christine Navarre 10:45-11:10 a.m. Bluetongue virus—A Changing Virus in a Changing World, Dr. Chris Oura Management of Spontaneous Hemoabdomen in Dogs, Dr. Michael Aronsohn 11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m. 10 11:20-11:45 a.m. Veterinary Student Attitudes Towards the Role of Public Health in Veterinary Medicine, Dr. David McKenzie 11:45 a.m.-12:10 p.m. Connecting Animal, Ecosystem and Human Health in the North Rupununi, Guyana, Dr. Ilze Berzins SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS OF EVENTS Thursday, November 6 Continued 12:10-1:40 p.m. LUNCH — (box lunch in Anchor & Den, lobby level; please bring ticket.—Be sure to visit the exhibits during your lunch break!) ROOM Lady Jade 3rd Floor Golden Sun 3rd Floor White Sands 3rd Floor Reef Suite 4th Floor Sunset Suite 5th Floor Session Track Small Animal One Health Practice Management Equine Food Animal Canine Vaccines & Vaccination, Dr. Richard Ford 1:40-2:05 p.m. 2010-2014 Four Years of One Health in Maryland, USA, Dr. Cindy Driscoll Solving Common Problems—Piloting Your Practice Through Turbulence, Dr. Jan Kovacic Colic Diagnosis and Decision Making, Dr. David Freeman Worldwide Hot Topics: Antimicrobial Resistance, Welfare and Workforce, Dr. Christine Navarre Entropy—How to Keep Your Practice From Falling Apart, Dr. Jan Kovacic Colic Medical Treatment, Dr. David Freeman Preparing Livestock Producers for Disasters: Focus on Hurricanes, Dr. Christine Navarre 2:05-2:30 p.m. Veterinary Students Perception of a Common Curriculum for Medical Professionals, Dr. Karla Georges 1:40-2:30 p.m. Feline Vaccines & Vaccination, Dr. Richard Ford 2:40-3:30 p.m. Special Presentation: Alfaxan, the Innovative Neurosteroid Anesthetic for Intravenous Administration in Cats and Dogs. A Training Session for Veterinarians and Technicians, Dr. Cindy Hatfield 3:30-3:50 p.m. Refreshment Break — Exhibit Hall and Foyer, 3rd floor ROOM Lady Jade 3rd Floor Golden Sun 3rd Floor White Sands 3rd Floor Reef Suite 4th Floor Sunset Suite 5th Floor Session Track Small Animal Research Practice Management Equine Food Animal Chronic Cough in the Dog, Dr. Richard Ford 3:50-4:15 p.m. Shade Preferences of Green Sea Turtles (Chelonia mydas), Dr. Martha Keller Governance—From the Patient Up, Dr. Jan Kovacic Wounds of the Head and Neck, Dr. David Freeman Cookbook Fluid Therapy, Dr. Christine Navarre 4:15-4:40 p.m. Improving Genetics in Boar Goats via Embryo Transfer in Tobago, Dr. Sheldon Bovell 4:45-5:30 p.m. CbVMA Biennial Annual General Meeting — Reef Suite — 4th Floor 6:00-9:00 p.m. Cultural Night at the Grand Old House — (buses stage in front of hotel at 5:45 p.m.) SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS OF EVENTS 3:50-4:40 p.m. Cultural Night––Tickets Still Available for Purchase––see registration. 11 SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS OF EVENTS Friday, November 7 7:00-10:00 a.m. Registration Open — Foyer — 3rd Floor 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Exhibits Open — Foyer — 3rd Floor ROOM 8:00-9:00 a.m. Lady Jade and Golden Sun, 3rd floor Plenary Speaker—Darrel Styles, DVM, PhD Emerging Zoonotic Diseases 9:00-9:20 a.m. Refreshment Break — Exhibit Hall and Foyer, 3rd floor Poster Presenters available for Q&A, poster area, Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor ROOM Lady Jade 3rd Floor Golden Sun 3rd Floor White Sands 3rd Floor Reef Suite 4th Floor Sunset Suite 5th Floor Session Track Small Animal Food Animal Master Classes/ Research Pre-lab Lectures Food Animal Heartworm Disease Part 1: Separating Fact From Fiction, Dr. Alex Thomasson Interesting Livestock Cases and Herd Investigations, Dr. Christine Navarre Case Studies in Equine Pain Management, Dr. Chris Sanchez Pre-lab Lecture: Examination and Manipulation of Reproductive Tracts from the Slaughterhouse Including Suturing of the Uterus, Dr. Maarten Drost From Gate to Plate: The Impacts of Animal Husbandry and Abattoir Practices on Meat Palatability, Elizabeth Wunderlich 9:20-10:10 a.m. Marine 10:20-10:45 a.m. 10:45-11:10 a.m. Heartworm Disease Part 2: Lessons from the Delta, Dr. Alex Thomasson Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation Projects Based in the Cayman: Southern Stingrays and Oceanic White Tip Sharks, Dr. Guy Harvey 11:20-11:45 a.m. Vaccinology 101, Dr. Leigh O’Mara 11:45 a.m.-12:10 p.m. SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS OF EVENTS 12:10-1:40 p.m. Local Efforts for Marine Conservation and Terrestrial Conservation, Jessica Harvey Canine Separation Anxiety, Dr. Lori Gaskins From Farm to Plant: Transporting and Receiving Livestock, Cheyenne Dixon Canine Thunderstorm Phobias, Dr. Lori Gaskins Avian Coccidiosis Vaccines: Pros and Cons, Dr. Steve Fitz-Coy Anthelmintic Resistance in Small Ruminants of Trinidad: The Farmers’ Perspective, Dr. Hasani Stewart Pre-lab Lecture: Ultrasound, Dr. Brian Poteet Humane Slaughtering: Best Practices for Animal Handling and Stunning in Large and Small Plants, Cheyenne Dixon LUNCH — (box lunch in Anchor & Den, lobby level; please bring ticket.—Be sure to visit the exhibits during your lunch break!) Posters Poster presenters will be available for questions and answers during the morning refreshment breaks on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Please see page eight for specific times. All posters are located in the foyer, 3rd floor. • • • 12 Pathogens Affecting the Fertility of Indigenous Dairy Cattle in Trinidad, Justine John and Janelle St. Aime Comparing the Wound Healing Capabilities of Zebapique and Caraile Plants in Trinidad, Craig Clermond and Kashena McCarthy Genetic Diversity of Native Horse Populations from the Caribbean, Gus Cothran, PhD, MS SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS OF EVENTS Friday, November 7 Continued ROOM White Sands 3rd Floor Reef Suite 4th Floor Sunset Suite 5th Floor Session Track Master Classes/ Research Master Classes Student Sessions Practical labs held off-site. Buses depart the hotel front door at 1:00 p.m. 1:40-2:15 p.m. Review of 89 Paraquat Dog Poisoning Cases in Grand Cayman: Improving Detection and Diagnosis, Dr. Ioana Popescu 2:15-2:30 p.m. Fatal Case of Facial and Perineal Conidiobolomycosis in a Dog, Dr. Ioana Popescu 2:40-3:05 p.m. Review of the Artificial Insemination Service in Trinidad, Dr. Michelle Mellowes Clinicopathologic Abnormalities in Severe Canine Bufo marinus Intoxication: 63 Cases (2004-2009), Dr. Brian Roberts 3:05-3:30 p.m. Special Session: Establishing and Improving the Nexus Between and Among Veterinary Associations and Humane Societies within the Caribbean– with Special Reference to Animal Welfare and Rights, Dr. Steve Surujbally 3:30-3:55 p.m. 3:55-4:20 p.m. Ballroom, 3rd floor 7:00-10:00 p.m. Closing Banquet Dinner Managing Infectious Diseases in Mixed Psittacine Species Collections, Dr. Darrel Styles The Role of Disease in Avian Ecology and Conservation, Dr. Darrel Styles Small Animal Laparoscopic Procedures, Dr. Mark Adam SCHEDULE and LOCATIONS OF EVENTS ROOM See Full List of Student Speakers Below Student Sessions 1:40-1:55 p.m. Characteristics of Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli from Duck Broilers Reared Under Semi-intensive System in Trinidad, Crystal Jerome 2:00-2:15 p.m. Pathogens Affecting the Fertility of Indigenous Dairy Cattle in Trinidad, Justine John and Janelle St. Aime 2:20-2:35 p.m. Comparing the Wound Healing Capabilities of Zebapique and Caraile Plants in Trinidad, Craig Clermond and Kashena McCarthy 2:40-2:55 p.m. Comparison of Classical and Molecular Techniques in the Identification of Eimeria Species of Broilers in Trinidad, Asha Beharry and Louanne Serrette 3:00-3:15 p.m. A Pilot Study Investigating Welfare for Dairy Cattle in Trinidad, Antigua and Barbados, Meera Koongebeharry 3:20-3:35 p.m. Screening for Equine Infectious Anaemia in Horses in Trinidad, Hannah Nangoo 3:40-3:55 p.m. Caseous lymphadenitis in Tobago: Characterization of the Aetiology and the Development of an ELISA Test for Sero-prevalence Studies, Nyoni Winchester 13 Exhibits Exhibits Abaxis MDS, Inc The Best Dressed Chicken Merial 3240 Whipple Road Union City, CA, 94587 USA Phone: 510-675-6500 x1140 Email: [email protected] www.abaxis.com/veterinary Representatives: Danny Perez and Chris Malz Abaxis is your total laboratory partner, offering the comprehensive and innovative VetScan line of on-site diagnostic instruments and rapid tests and reference laboratory services (AVRL). The VetScan name has become synonymous with convenience, ease of use and cost-effectiveness, delivering on our promise of speed, accuracy and reliability. Abaxis delivers it all. Spring Village, Old Harbour St. Catherine, Jamaica Phone: 876-383-5278 Email: [email protected] www.jamaicabroilersgroup.com Representatives: Trevin Nairne, Karen Grant The Jamaica Broilers Group is one of the most advanced agricultural producers in any developing nation today. In 1958 the company started as Jamaica’s pioneer producer of broiler meat on a commercial basis, through its renowned Best Dressed Chicken brand. Today, it has a fully integrated poultry operation for both local consumption and export. Cuattro Digital Imaging 3760 Rocky Mountain Ave Loveland, CO, 80538 USA Phone: 970-619-3059 Email: [email protected] www.cuattro.com Representatives: Chris Garcia Cuattro’s flat panel digital radiography systems improve efficiency and workflow, for increased productivity and lower costs. Cuattro digital flat panel same-day retrofits, complete rooms and mobile digital X-ray systems, and cloud–based archiving and PACS, deliver better performance, perfect images, in half the time of CR or film. IDEXX Laboratories One IDEXX Drive Westbrook, ME, 04092 USA Phone: 207-556-5090 Email: [email protected] www.idexx.com Representatives: Lonni Meneely So you can focus on productivity and quality of care at every touch point of your day, we focus on innovative products and services that create efficiencies and ensure dependability and accuracy. We’re here to help you deliver real-time care during your patients’ visits, increase client satisfaction and compliance and grow a healthier, more profitable practice. From SNAP® pet-side diagnostic tests, IDEXX VetLab® diagnostic instruments and advanced reference laboratory and consulting services to digital radiography systems, information integration solutions, dependable service and support and education—we have the tools you need to reach your practice’s potential. Karl Storz Mittelstraße 8 Tuttlingen, DE, 78532 Germany Phone: +49(0)7461 708 115 Email: [email protected] www.karlstorz.com Representatives: Hortensia Carvajal and Fausto Brandão KARL STORZ is a renowned manufacturer that is well established in all fields of endoscopy. The still family held company has grown to one with a worldwide presence and 6700 employees. KARL STORZ offers a range of both rigid and flexible endoscopes for a broad variety of applications. 14 PO Box 1441 Brandon, FL, 33509 USA Phone: 813-653-1180 Email: [email protected] www.mdsvet.com Representatives: Robert Battle Specializing in affordable endoscopy equipment since 1972, MDS provides innovative, quality products to the Avian and Exotic Veterinary Professional. Our line of endoscopes, video and lighting accessories allow the user to perform most endoscopic procedures without the prohibitive costs usually associated with this type of diagnostic tool. 3239 Satellite Blvd. Duluth, GA, 30319 USA Phone: 678-638-3892 Email: [email protected] www.merial.com Representatives: Dr. Lebron James Merial is a world-leading, innovation-driven animal health company, providing a comprehensive range of products to enhance the health, wellbeing and performance of a wide range of animals. Merial employs approximately 6,000 people and operates in more than 150 countries worldwide. Merial is the animal health division of Sanofi. Exhibits Exhibits MNM Veterinary Supply 649 Old Nichols Rd Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 Phone: 631-926-2646 Reps: Maria Salvato, Michael Salvato and Emery Shelly Full line veterinary distributor for all your equipment needs. Digital x-ray, ultrasound, oxygen, blood machines, dental and more. Nestle Purina Churchill Roosevelt Highway Valsayn, Trinidad Phone: 868-669-6169 Email: [email protected] Representatives: Keri Bailey Nestle Purina is the world’s largest manufacturer of dry dog food and dry and soft moist cat foods, and the leading producer of cat box filler in the United States. Our flag ship Purina brand is the leading brand of dry dog food in North America where Nestle Purina pet products competes effectively in retail. Zoetis 1811 S. Broadway Guthrie, OK, 73044 USA Phone: 405-664-3120 Email: [email protected] www.zoetis.com Representatives: Rocky Bigbie, DVM, Beth Dronson Zoetis is a leading animal health company dedicated to supporting customers and businesses focused on raising and caring for livestock and companion animals. Building on a 60-year history as the animal health business of Pfizer, Zoetis discovers, develops, manufactures and markets veterinary vaccines and medicines, complemented by diagnostic products and genetic tests. Oncura Partners Diagnostics 3913 Todd Lane, Suite 301 Austin, TX, 78744 USA Phone: 602-326-6544 Email: [email protected] www.oncurapartners.com Representatives: Vince Vincent, Jeff Rushing ONCURA PARTNERS (OP) now offers advanced and unique patented technologies which provide the general veterinary practitioner applicable solutions and protocols related to Cancer/Oncology Management (A-Z), and the most revolutionary Real Time remotely Guided Ultrasound solution and the related image information management. Photonic Health, LLC 2471 NW 44th Ave Ocala, FL, 34482 USA Phone: 920-602-2870 Email: [email protected] www.photonichealth.com Representatives: Donna Woods, Bryan Owen Light therapy products and education courses to enhance the outcome of patient treatment and to generate additional resources for your practice. Vet Brands International, Inc. 10467 North Commerce Parkway Miramar, FL, 33025 USA Phone: 954-392-8072 Email: [email protected] www.vetbrands.com Representatives: Ivan Barrenechea, John Honeycutt, Gustavo Orcillez Vet Brands International Inc. is a distribution, marketing, sales and consulting firm. VBI conducts business in North, Central and South America as well as the Caribbean. VBI’s line of products includes: veterinary pharmaceuticals, nutritional’s, veterinary instruments and pest management products. Vétoquinol 2000, Chemin Georges Lavaltrie, QC, J5T 3S5 Canada Phone: 450-586-2252 Email: [email protected] www.vetoquinol.ca Representatives: Philippe Dubois, Eric Portocarrero Vétoquinol is an independent veterinary pharmaceutical laboratory serving both the companion animal and livestock markets since 1933. Ranking 10th in the world, Vétoquinol distributes its products in over 100 countries through subsidiaries in 23 countries and a network of 140 distributor partners. The Company has more than 1,800 employees worldwide and sold products for a turnover of over 400 million dollars in 2013. NAVC CONFERENCE 2015 lead the way VitalRads PO Box 1595 Cypress, TX, 77410 USA Phone: 713-817-8435 Email: [email protected] www.vitalrads.com Representatives: Brian Poteet, DVM, Greg Humphreys, Bobby Werner VitalRads is a veterinarian owned and managed, private company that offers teleradiology services, imaging equipment consultation and radiology continuing education for veterinarians in the US and abroad. Put us to work for you and experience what it is like to have a board certified radiologist in your practice! Register now at NAVC.com JANUARY 17-21 2015 ORLANDO, FL 15 1 Meeting Rooms
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