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Society of Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery

The 9th Annual Scientific Meeting

The Steamboat Grand at Steamboat, Colorado

June 10 – 12, 2010

The Meeting The Society of Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery will hold its Ninth Annual Scientific Meeting at The Steamboat Grand at Steamboat in Colorado. Participants are encouraged to present case reports and research abstracts in an informal atmosphere. Lectures are planned from 7:30 a.m.- 12:00 noon, with plenty of breaks for discussions and socializing with colleagues. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the local scenery and activities. Covidien has once again generously offered their sponsorship of the facilities and refreshments for the meeting. This year’s featured series will be presented by Dr. Mike Lappin, and will include the latest information on the medical management of infection disorders. Registration for the meeting is $50.00 for society members and $100.00 for non-members. Registration fees will be waived for participants presenting an abstract or case report, and for ACVS and ECVS residents. Presentations should be limited to 15 minutes, with an additional 5-minute discussion. Membership to the Society for Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery is $30.00 per year. Located at the base of the Steamboat Ski Area, The Steamboat Grand features 328 beautifully appointed guestroom accommodations, offering a variety of hotel rooms, one-, two- & three-bedroom condominiums and eight luxurious penthouses. For more information about the meeting, contact Dr. Eric Monnet (Eric.Monnet@ColoState.EDU) or Cheryl Hedlund (CHedlund@.vetmed.lsu.edu).

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SVSTS Mission The purpose for a Society of Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery is to promote:

• Communication of ideas between practitioners, surgery residents and diplomats interested in soft tissue surgery

• Soft tissue surgery to practicing veterinarians

• Communication with diplomates from other specialties including: Critical Care, Anesthesia, and Internal Medicine

• Research in soft tissue surgery by residents, diplomats, or others

Course Schedule: June 10-12

Thursday Friday and Saturday 7:30 – 7:40 am: Welcome 7:40 – 9:00 am: Seminar presentations 9:00 – 9:15 am: Coffee Break 9:15 – 10:30 am: Seminar Presentations 10:30 – 10:45 am: Coffee Break 10:45 – 12:00 noon: Seminar Presentations Afternoon Free

Abstract Submission Abstracts should be submitted by e-mail (Word or PDF format) to Drs. Eric Monnet (Eric.Monnet@ColoState.EDU), and Cheryl Hedlund (CHedlund@vetmed.lsu.edu) by April 1, 2010. Make sure you receive a reply from either Drs. Monnet, or Hedlund to confirm your abstract has been received and can be opened. Abstract Format: Abstracts should be typed in Times New Roman, single spaced, with the abstract text no more than one page in length and with 1 inch margins. Figures can be added in an appendix page (2 figures maximum; both must be on the same page).

Title: Bold Times New Roman, size 12 font Authors: Include DACVS for diplomats. Underline name of presenting author. Affiliations/Addresses: Times New Roman 12 font, single space Text of Abstract: Times New Roman 12, single space, 1 in margin

Hotel Reservations Hotel reservations must be made by phoning The Steamboat Grand directly at 1-877-306-2628. Be sure to identify yourself as part of the SVSTS meeting. Make reservations by 5/10/07 to get special rate below. Group Name: Society for Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery Room rate per night: One bedroom: $132.00 Deluxe One Bedroom: $149.00 Two Bedroom: $156.00 Deluxe Two Bedroom: $180.00 Three Bedroom: $203.00 Refunds and Cancellations Cancellation outside of 7 days prior to arrival – $30 cancellation fee. Cancellation within 7 days of arrival – full forfeiture of all monies received (generally equal to one night of lodging).

Driving directions: From Hayden Airport - The Hayden airport is located just a few miles east of Hayden and approximately 22 miles and 35 kilometers west of Steamboat Springs off Highway 40. From the airport, take the access road about 2 miles out to Highway 40 and turn right. Steamboat is about 22 miles east. There is no public bus service from the airport. However, shuttle services are available. From Denver - 157 miles Northwest of Denver, an easy 3 hour drive. Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne, Exit 205 (67 miles). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles), then West on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (53 miles). The Steamboat/Hayden Airport To make your travel to Steamboat more convenient, a multi-year improvement program has recently been completed. Steamboat Central Reservations® is the first choice for discounted airfare into Steamboat, featuring exclusive to Steamboat airfare specials.

Airport Shuttle Go Alpine : Go Alpine offers daily service to and from Denver International ($170 round trip) and Hayden/Yampa Valley Regional airports. There are 4 daily shuttles in the winter and 3 daily shuttles in the summer to and from Denver International.

CE Credits: This program has been submitted (but not yet approved) for 12 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB's RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and or restrictions of certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call Cheryl Hedlund at 225-578-9607 for further information.

Registration Form 9th Annual Scientific Meeting of the SVSTS Name: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Country: Office Phone: Fax: Email:

Amount enclosed (Checks only): $ :_____________ Check #:_______________ Please make check payable to: SVSTS and mail to: Dr. Cheryl Hedlund Society of Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery Louisiana State University Skip Bertman Drive Baton Rouge LA 70803 Email: CHedlund@vetmed.lsu.edu

2010 SVSTS MEMBERSHIP Jan 1-Dec 31 Optional; members save on registration!

Fee Your cost

New or renewal membership for 2009 $30 New or renewal membership for 5 yrs (2009 – 2013) (save 10%)

$135

Already paid 2010 SVSTS membership $0 REGISTRATION IF SUBMIT ABSTRACT Abstract submitted? Yes *Registration fee is waived for presenters. If your abstract is not selected for presentation, a registration fee will then be required at the early registration rate.

$0*

REGISTRATION IF NOT SUBMITTING ABSTRACT:

Early registration (postmarked by April 1, 2009)

ACVS or ECVS Resident $0 2010 SVSTS member (see above) $50 Not a 2010 SVSTS member $100 Late registration (postmarked after April 1, 2009)

ACVS or ECVS Resident $0 2010 SVSTS member (se above) $100 Not a 2010 SVSTS member $200

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