• Veterinary Education on Vacation

    Cancún, Mexico Feb. 8 - 15, 2025

    20 CE Hours (Oncology & Cardiology )

  • Seminar Venue 2025

    Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancún - link

     

    Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancún is a luxurious resort nestled along the pristine shores of Cancún's Hotel Zone, offering guests a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and warm hospitality. Set amidst lush tropical gardens and overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancún welcomes visitors with its grand architecture and inviting ambiance. The resort boasts a wide array of dining options, ranging from gourmet Mexican cuisine to international flavors, ensuring that guests can indulge their culinary desires - 2 Buffets, 8 Restaurants, 3 bars. Guests may also enjoy multiple swimming pools, a variety of water sports, fitness classes, spa services, and recreational activities throughout their stay. Families will appreciate the resort's extensive children's program, which offers supervised activities and entertainment for kids of all ages. Whether lounging on the beach, exploring the vibrant underwater world of the Caribbean Sea, or simply unwinding in the lap of luxury, Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancún offers guests an unforgettable vacation experience filled with warmth, beauty, and endless possibilities.

     

     

    What's Included

     

    The seminar vacation package price includes 2O hr CE lectures (RACE APPROVED for 2025 lectures), accommodations, airport transfers, all meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner), unlimited drinks. Airfare, some local government taxes, fees, and tips are not included.

     

    NEW OPTION THIS YEAR for a shorter stay- You can attend 12-16 hrs of CE lectures with a shorter stay of 4 or 5 nights rather than the full 7 nights. Attend any 3-4 lecture days from 2/9 to 2/13.

     

    Cancún

    Cancún is a vibrant coastal city nestled on the northeastern tip of the Yucatán Peninsula. Renowned for its stunning turquoise waters, powdery white sand beaches, and vibrant nightlife, Cancún is a popular destination for travelers seeking both relaxation and adventure. Beyond its beaches, Cancún offers a rich cultural experience. Visitors can explore the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum and Chichen Itza, both within easy reach of the city. Cancún's culinary scene is equally enticing, with an abundance of restaurants serving up traditional Mexican cuisine as well as international fare. For those seeking adventure, Cancún offers a wide range of activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, zip-lining, and jungle tours. The nearby Mesoamerican Reef provides a playground for underwater exploration, while eco-parks like Xcaret and Xel-Há offer opportunities to swim in natural cenotes and observe exotic wildlife. With its stunning scenery, rich history, and endless array of activities, Cancún captures the hearts of travelers from around the world, making it a truly unforgettable destination.

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    What's included in this resort

    • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner & snacks)
    • All beverages including alcohol (some name-brand liquors, house wine by the glass, Caribbean beers, tropical coolers, frozen drinks, soft drinks and water by the glass)
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    • Daily activities program and entertainment, daily afternoon tea, swimming pools and loungers, non-motorized water sports, use of club’s fitness center and Kid’s & Teen’s Club.

    Traveling to Cancún

    On February 8, 2025 participants will fly from various cities in the United States to Cancún (CUN). A bus or van will transport participants from the airport to the hotel. Departure for home will be on February 15, 2025 for 7 night stay attendees.

    Please fill out the form to arrange airport pick up and drop off service - LINK

    Cancún International Airport

    Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancún Resort

    Speakers

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    Christine Mullin, VMD, Diplomate ACVIM

    Oncology / 10 CE hrs

    Dr. Christine Mullin is a medical oncologist at BluePearl Pet Hospital in Malvern, PA and Valley Central Veterinary Referral Center in Allentown, PA. Dr. Mullin has been board certified in medical oncology by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine since 2015.

     

    She received a BS in Biology (magna cum laude) from The College of New Jersey in

    2007, where she was also captain of the women’s soccer team, playing in 3 NCAA

    Division III National Championships. Dr. Mullin then graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 2011. She next completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in New Jersey followed by a 3-year residency in medical oncology at The Oncology Service in the Washington DC metropolitan area.

     

    During her residency, Dr. Mullin conducted bench top research in osteosarcoma within

    the Pediatric Oncology Branch at the NIH National Cancer Institute, for which she

    received the Most Outstanding Resident Basic Science Research award at the annual

    Veterinary Cancer Society meeting in 2014. Dr. Mullin has authored and co-authored

    several journal articles and book chapters, provides webinars on topics in veterinary

    oncology for VIN.com, and presents continuing education programs for veterinarians

    and support staff both regionally and nationally. Dr. Mullin also has a strong interest in

    clinical research and has served as co-investigator for several clinical trials. She has

    served on the Northeast Veterinary Cooperative Oncology Group committee as well as

    the ACVIM General Examination rating committee.

     

    Dr. Mullin is a native of Cherry Hill, New Jersey. She and her husband share their home

    in NJ with 2 dogs and 2 cats.

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    Gordon D. Peddle, VMD, DACVIM

    Cardiology / 10 CE hrs

    Dr. Peddle completed his undergraduate studies at Cornell University in 2002. He attended veterinary school at the University of Pennsylvania where he received his Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD) in 2006. Dr. Peddle then completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Oradell Animal Hospital in Paramus, NJ in 2006-2007 before returning to the University of Pennsylvania for a residency in veterinary cardiology from 2007-2010.

     

    He achieved board-certification in veterinary cardiology and Diplomate status in the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) in 2010. Dr. Peddle served as the sole cardiologist for Animal Emergency & Referral Associates in Fairfield, NJ from 2010-2018 before joining the team at Crown Veterinary Specialists in January 2019. He has published original research, review articles, and case reports in the veterinary literature. His particular interests in veterinary cardiology include pulmonary hypertension, management of congestive heart failure, and interventional cardiology.

     

    Dr. Peddle is originally from Garden City, NY. He now resides in Hunterdon County, NJ with his wonderful wife, 3 daughters, and their dog, Rosie. Dr. Peddle loves wildlife, travel, and history. He is also a big Mets and Giants fan when time permits.

     

    Our Sponsor(s)

    Monarch Business Consulting is the leading financial advisory firm serving independent veterinarians in the Eastern USA. Our team has more than 100 years of combined experience in the veterinary industry and general transactions working with buyers and sellers of businesses. We can help you plan and successfully execute the sale of all or part of your practice. We can identify lenders who specialize in financing or refinancing veterinary businesses to help you arrange the best loan terms for your situation. With our stable of qualified buyers, we can manage a transformation of a practice from one set of owners to the next.

    Please visit Monarch Business Consulting for more information.

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    Cost of the 2025 Winter Seminar Vacation

    All-Inclusive Package (Run of House - Sold out)

    Room Locations on the property

    Red - Ocean Front

    Black - Ocean View

    Yellow - Run of House (SOLD OUT)

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    • Sanitation tax MXP $79.88 (around US $5-6) per room per night will be charged to attendees at the hotel. New fees or government tax may be charged.
    • Rooms are available first come first serve. We have a fixed number of rooms availabe in each category.
    • Building locations / floors cannot be requested.
    • Balconies are NOT guaranteed. (I don't know why)
    • Bed types are not guaranteeed (king or two queen beds), but we will try to accomodate your request as best as we can.
    • Free for children under 5 years of age
    • $750 non-refundable deposit per adult is required to reserve a room. Full balance due Oct 15th.
    • Please note that full payments must be made if the reservation is made after Oct 15.

    Seminar Registration (Lecture Fee)

    Please note that this fee is applicable to those registered with the group. Seminar fee is $900 for 20hr CE if you are arranging your own accomodations.

     

    For participants staying less than the full 7 nights, the lecture fee will be pro-rated accordingly.

    NOTICE

    Unique Seminar Destinations and/or its agents, act only as agents for the client in all matters pertaining to travel. They assume no responsibility nor liability in connection with the service of any train, vessel, carriage, aircraft, motor or other conveyances which may be used, either wholly or in part, in the performance or its duty to the passenger; neither will it be responsible for any act, error, or omission, or any injury, loss, accident, delay or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of any defect in any vehicle or through the neglect or default of any company or person engaged in conveying the passenger, or for any hotel proprietor, or hotel service, or for any other person engaged in carrying out the purpose of which tickets or coupons are issued. In the event it becomes necessary or advisable for the comfort or well being of the passengers, or for any reason whatsoever to alter the itinerary or arrangements, such alterations may be made without penalty to the operators. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the passengers; conversely refund will be made to the passenger if any savings is effected thereby. The right is reserved to withdraw any or all tours should conditions warrant, also to decline to accept or retain any passengers as members of the tour.

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    Lecture Registration

    Lecture Registration

    $225.00 - $900.00
    If you are booking your room with us, you can choose the following options.
    - $450: Veterinarians + printed notes
    - $425: Veterinarians who will download lectures notes from web. (available late Jan 2024)
    - $225: Recent graduates (2019 or after), vet tech, and working spouses -- digital note

    If you are booking your room independently, the lecture registration fee is $900.
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    Run of House - SOLD OUT

    Run of House - SOLD OUT

    $694.00 - $4,788.00
    Here you will have everything to enjoy a well-deserved rest: luxury pillows, wooden furniture, reading lamp, safe-deposit box, electric locks, coffee maker, minibar, 55-inch Smart TV, wireless Internet, as well as a comforting rain shower. Garden view or Sunset view. (views are not guaranteed)

    Yes, you could add rollaway beds to KING rooms, but please keep in mind that these are upon request and cannot be confirmed.

    Early Bird Discounts Applied for Full Payment
    - By Sep 15th: $50 off per person. Coupon Code: EARLY50 for single, EARLY100 for double.
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    Ocean View

    Ocean View

    $694.00 - $5,632.00
    The different shades of the sea contemplated from this room with its warm earth tones allow us to blend in with nature and induce a matchless rest in its wide spaces and relaxing atmosphere. This room features luxury pillows, wooden furniture, reading lamp, safe-deposit box, electric locks, coffeemaker, minibar, 55-inch Smart TV, wireless Internet, a soothing rain shower, and a great view to the incomparable Caribbean Sea.

    For children 5-12 years old, please see the options and choose the number of children according to their age.

    Yes, you could add rollaway beds to KING rooms, but please keep in mind that these are upon request and cannot be confirmed.

    Early Bird Discounts Applied for Full Payment
    - By Sep 15th: $50 off per person. Coupon Code: EARLY50 for single, EARLY100 for double or triple
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    Ocean Front

    Ocean Front

    $694.00 - $5,906.00
    Fill your stay with fabulous moments in this room with an infinite view of the incomparable sea of Cancun, decorated in earth tones and with a king or double bed(s) and a personalized headboard(s) made of shell and natural stone native to the area. Within your stay you will have: luxury pillows, wooden furniture, reading lamp, safe, electric locks, coffee maker, minibar, 55-inch Smart TV, wireless Internet and a view of the amazingly blue ocean. The bathroom offers a rain shower.

    For children 5-12 years old, please see the options and choose the number of children according to their age.

    Yes, you could add rollaway beds to KING rooms, but please keep in mind that these are upon request and cannot be confirmed.

    Early Bird Discounts Applied for Full Payment
    - By Sept 15th: $50 off per person. Coupon Code: EARLY50 for single, EARLY100 for double or triple
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