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San Antonio, Texas USA, August 26-29, 2009
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in the Modern Age
!!REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!
The work of IVAS is as far-reaching and varied as its membership. IVAS' membership is almost 2,000 members strong, and one of the greatest strengths of the IVAS Annual Congress on Veterinary Acupuncture is the talented and diverse audience that it attracts from around the world.
Veterinarians with backgrounds including veterinary acupuncture, traditional Chinese veterinary medicine, holistic veterinary medicine, veterinary chiropractic, university educators, students, researchers, and other complementary veterinary services will travel to this event from across the United States and from around the world. Every attendee brings with him/her a unique background and experiences. We come as much for the renewal of spirit and the networking opportunities as for the superior information sharing. The spirit, energy, and commitment of our members are what make the IVAS Annual Congress such an exceptional event.
Now in its 35th year, the IVAS Annual Congress on Veterinary Acupuncture will be held August 26th through 29th, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas USA. This invigorating Congress, which brings together the best hearts and minds in veterinary acupuncture, will feature keynote lecturers, topic specific breakout sessions, canine and equine wet labs, exhibits, and a Gala Banquet.
We are arranging day tours for family members and perhaps a few evening excursions for the adventurous spirits. Capture the romance of San Antonio with at the San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk. Located in the heart of Downtown San Antonio the Marriott Riverwalk offers sweeping balcony views of the city and the famous River Walk below. Indulge in your choice of a historical, cultural, or culinary experience with your choice of rich flavors and intoxicating aromas along the River Walk, all a few steps away. The hotel is within blocks of the famous Alamo. The hotel combines gracious Marriott service and amenities, including high speed internet access, with a comfortable, casual feel. When you stay at this San Antonio hotel rest assure your visit will be one to remember.
The program committee is working hard to design a program that is interesting, informative and fun. Every speaker and attendee brings with him/her a unique background and experiences. We come as much for the renewal of spirit and networking opportunities as for the superior information sharing. The spirit, energy, and commitment of this group are what make s the IVAS Annual Congress such an exceptional event.
The 2009 IVAS Annual Congress will have approved continuing education hours available for both IVAS and AAVSB RACE
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
in the Modern Age
2009 Keynote Speakers
Dr. Bruce Ferguson
We would like to welcome as one of the keynote speakers Dr. Bruce Ferguson. Dr. Ferguson graduated with his Masters Degree in Animal Behavior in 1986 from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. He graduated with honors with a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 1992 from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. He was certified in Veterinary Acupuncture and Veterinary Herbal Medicine from the Chi Institute of Chinese Medicine in 1999. Dr. Ferguson has also attended human acupuncture school but has elected to not be a licensed human acupuncturist due to his passion for his veterinary patients. Bruce lectures at veterinary colleges and at scientific meetings nationally and internationally in the field of TCVM. Bruce has trained and taught oriental martial and meditative arts for over 25 years and includes Qigong practice in his presentations. Dr. Bruce Ferguson is both a practitioner and instructor in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM). His practice is referral-based in Perth, Western Australia. Dr. Ferguson offers Veterinary Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Tui Na, and Whole Food Therapy to his veterinary patients.
We also welcome Dr. K. Hwa Choi. Dr. Choi received her DVM (1976, Seoul City University) and MS on Veterinary Microbiology (1980, Seoul National University) in Korea, and her PhD in Veterinary PathoBiology (1990, University of Minnesota) and has completed post doctoral work in immunology and molecular biology (1993, University of Minnesota). She worked as a junior and senior scientist at the National Veterinary Research Institute for eight years (Anyang, Korea). She trained at the INRA (Institute National Research Agriculture; Thiverval Grinion, France) and Pasteur Institute (Paris, France). She is also trained in Human Traditional Oriental Medicine in Korea, China and the USA, and Veterinary Acupuncture through her IVAS certification. Dr. Choi started the Integrative Medicine Service at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota seven years ago and receives more than 1,800 cases annually. Dr. Choi has also seen human patients at Dr. Choi’s Acupuncture and Health Center (St. Paul, MN).
Dr. Deborah Mitchell
Dr. Deborah Mitchell is a 1983 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She holds a Master’s degree in Field Zoology from Southern Illinois University. In 1986, she completed an externship in neurology and cardiology at Animal Medical Center in New York. In 1993 she achieved her Certification as a Veterinary Acupuncturist through the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society. In 1996 she achieved her Certification in Veterinary Chiropractic through the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. In 2001, Dr. Mitchell completed her formal Traditional Chinese Medicine basic herbal training in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She lectures extensively on veterinary acupuncture, veterinary chiropractic, traditional Chinese veterinary medicine, traditional Chinese herbal medicine, and integrative practice management. Her hospital, Knollwood Hospital for Pets, has consistently achieved the American Animal Hospital Association’s highest ranking, and it continues to confound AAHA by offering a unique blend of complementary and traditional veterinary services.
Speakers & Topics
May include:
Dr. Christine Bessent: COPD TCVM Practice and Supporting Scientific Findings all Leading to Maximal Lung Function
Dr. Maurice Casey: Diagnosis & Therapy for Sacroiliac Injuries in the Equine Athlete, Optional Wet Lab to Follow
Dr. K. Hwa Choi (Keynote): Food Therapy in Oriental Medicine Treatment of Cancer; Introduction to Oriental Medicine Oncology Acupuncture/Herbal Treatment; Oriental Medicine Oncology - Pathogenesis; Oriental Medicine & Oncology Acupuncture/Herbal Treatment & Cases
Dr. Connie Clemons: Preliminary Study: Transposition of Meridians & Acupoints from Canine & Equine to the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin
Dr. Bruce Ferguson (Keynote): Choosing Herbal Formulas for Dermatologic & Endocrine Disharmonies; Diagnostic Criteria for Dermatologic & Endocrine Disharmonies; Increasing Your Acupuncture Results; TCVM: Getting Results: Making a TCVM Diagnosis for Non-Experts
Dr. Carolina Haddad: Case Presentation: Treatment of Chronic Masticatory Myositis in a Dog; Diagnostic Points: How to Use Them in Acupuncture Practice for Diagnosis & Treatment in Small Animals
Dr. Annina Laim: Evaluation of EAP as a Complimentary Treatment for Pain in Dogs after TL-IVD Surgery
Dr. Kevin May: Equine TMJ - Myofascial Pain Syndrome Diagnosis & Treatment - Optional Wet Lab to Follow
Dr. Deborah Mitchell (Keynote): Save That Dying Patient! The TCM Crashbox; TCM Diagnosis and Treatment of Urinary Tract Disease
Dr. Art Ortenburger: Adverse Effects of Animal Acupuncture: Review of 1,140 Treatments
Dr. Uwe Petermann: Laser Acupuncture in Infectious Diseases Including MRSA Infections
Dr. Astrid Reitz: Acupressure - Support Your Therapy and Teach Your Clients - Optional Wet Lab to Follow
Dr. Kerry Ridgway: Are Equine Ulcers The Disease Du Jour, or Are We Seeing Just the Tip of the Iceberg?; Enhance Your Practice with the Synergy of Acupuncture Plus Chiropractic
Dr. Andreas Roesti: Comparative Reflex Zones – The Use of Distal Zones to Aid in Treatment; Disturbance Foci in TCM, TCVM
Dr. Kim Samuelson: Zone Therapy Acupoints with Osteopathic
Lesions - Optional Wet Lab to Follow
Dr. Martina Steinmetz: Electro-acupuncture & Hirudotherapy in the Treatment of Horses
Dr. Xiuhui Zhong: Status of TCVM in China
Wet Labs
Dr. Bruce Ferguson: Tongue and Pulse Diagnosis in Small Animals; Canine Acupuncture Point Location
Dr. K. Hwa Choi: Oriental Medicine Oncology with Acupuncture and Herbal Treatment
Dr. Maurice Casey: Equine Diagnosis and Therapy for Sacroiliac Injuries in the Equine Athlete
Dr. Kevin May: Equine Temporomadibular Joint – Myofascial Pain Syndrome Diagnosis and Treatment
Dr. Kim Samuelsen: Equine Zone Therapy Acupoints in Horses with Osteopathic (Chiropractic)Lesions
Dr. Astrid Reitz: Equine Acupressure – Support Your Therapy and Teach Your Clients
Registration
A basic full Congress registration includes one buffet lunch on Thursday and Friday, one complimentary banquet ticket, one copy of the Congress proceedings, and one entry into the drawing for a free Congress registration for the 2010 Annual Congress. The winner will be drawn at the Banquet.
A one or two day registration will include one copy of the Congress proceedings. Individual Banquet tickets are available for purchase along with the one or two day registrations. Due to the in-depth instruction involved with the wetlabs you must register for the IVAS Congress for at least a one day registration in addition to the wetlab fees in order to attend a wetlab.
To register, please detach and complete the Registration Form and mail to IVAS along with your check or credit card information. You may also register by faxing the Registration Form with credit card information to IVAS
at +970-266-0777.
Please contact the IVAS office if you have any questions.
Congress Hotel
San Antonio Marriott® Riverwalk
889 East Market Street
San Antonio, Texas 78205 USA
Phone: 1-210-224-4555
Toll-free: 1-800-648-4462
Room rates are $149.00 for either a single or double.
Driving Directions
Area Airports.
San Antonio International Airport Driving Directions: Take 281 South to Commerce Exit. Turn right onto Commerce. Continue to Alamo St. and turn left, turn left again on Market. Hotel is on left.
**Enter hotel on Market Street**
This hotel does not provide shuttle service.
Alternate Transportation : San Antonio Trans 210-281-9900
Estimated taxi fare: 20.00 USD (one way)
This course has been submitted (but not yet approved) for 49.00 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize the 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 Vikki Weber, MBA at +970-266-0666 for further information.
REMEMBER, REGISTER BY JULY 15, 2009 TO SAVE MONEY!!!
We look forward to seeing you in San Antonio this summer!