Napa Valley – California 2025October 15 - 17, 2025
Original price was: $1,045.00.$945.00Current price is: $945.00.
Hotel: Marriott Napa Valley
Topics:
Ophthalmology – Dr. Bob Larocca
Dermatology – Dr. Joya Griffin
Learn from two experts in Veterinary Medicine and expand your knowledge on Ophthalmology and Dermatology in Napa Valley. Napa Valley is one of the world’s premier wine destinations and boasts more than Get a different Northern California experience at Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa, with comfortable rooms and suites, garden spaces, a luxurious resort-style pool and splash bar, and lively restaurants:enjoy local ingredients and premium wine pairings at Little Summer, or hang-out with local beers, burgers, and yard games at South Yard. Whether you’re here for business or a weekend trip to Napa California, our hotel near wineries offers a laid-back experience: our courtyard features glowing fire pits and lush landscaping, providing a relaxing space to unwind and sip wine after exploring Napa Valley. 400 wineries and wine tasting rooms. Stroll through the vineyards, talk with a winemaker, or sip award-winning Napa Valley wines with dramatic views of the valley floor. Discover food & wine tasting experiences that go beyond the norm. So pack your bags and get ready for a Napa more affordable mid-week escape. Book your treatment at one of the luxurious resorts and spas, and then nosh at top-rated restaurants. Whatever your pleasure, the result is something understated and exceptional.
October 15, 2025 | October 16, 2025 | October 17, 2025 |
Your Destination
Marriott Napa Valley
Referring Code/Group Name: VET VACATION CE
Room Rate: $299 King room or Standard Double beds plus $30 pn resort fee 15.24% taxes double occupancy
Accommodations are limited at this special rate. Please book and register early!
Resort Fee includes Daily $30 Food and Beverage Credit, Complimentary coffee/tea in the lobby, Daily Morning Yoga Class, Fitness Center Access, 1 hour e-bike rental per guest per day, Purified Water Stations, Daily S'Mores Kit, Nightly Local Vintner Pour from 5-6 pm, Wireless high speed in room internet.
2 nights before the meeting the group block rate and the the 2 nights following Friday and Saturday night at $409 ++
Cancellations can be made up to 72 hours before check-in. No shows will be charged a 1 night no show fee plus tax.
Check in 4 pm, Check out 11 am
Parking $10 per day - Pet Policy Pets Welcome, Dogs only
Non-Refundable Pet Fee Per Stay: $150
Maximum Number of Pets in Room: 2
Getting There
(SFO) San Francisco International Airport - Distance From Property: 61.2 Miles
(OAK) Oakland International Airport - Distance From Property: 61.2 Miles
(SMF) Sacramento International Airport - Distance From Property: 66.7 Miles
Ophthalmology
Bob Larocca, DVM, DACVO
Dr. Robert Larocca graduated from Emory University in 1987 with a Bachelors degree in Biology and Psychology, Dr. Robert Larocca attended and graduated from the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in 1993, followed by a rotating small animal internship at the University of Minnesota (1993-1994). Following the internship, he worked in a general small animal practice in Weston, Florida for 1 year. Dr. Larocca then completed a 3-year ophthalmology residency at Auburn University in 1998. Dr. Larocca became a Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists in 1998. He then joined the faculty at the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine and was a clinical ophthalmologist from 1998-2003. During that time he became section head of Ophthalmology/ Neurology/ Dentistry. He then started a multi-specialty practice, Midwest Veterinary Specialty Group, in Blaine, Minnesota and remained in this practice from 2003-2007. Dr. Larocca then opened Animal Eye Specialty Center in 2007 and is currently the owner and sole ophthalmologist in this practice. Dr. Larocca continues to practice ophthalmology on all species of animals.
Dr. Larocca served on the ACVO Residency committee from 2001-2005, the ACVO credential committee from 2008- 2010 and then served on the ACVO examination committee from 2011-2014.
Presentation Synopsis
1. Glaucoma: Canine vs Feline Acute and Chronic Treatment
2. Feline Ophthalmology: Unique Conditions Affecting the Feline Eye
3. Corneal Ulcer Management: When to Debride or Refer ?
4. Cataracts: Diagnosis and Treatment
5. The Fundic Exam: Unveiling the Mystery
6. Uveitis: The Complete Story (Anterior and Posterior)
7. Practical Ophthalmic Surgical Procedures: Techniques and Tips
Dermatology
Joya Griffin, DVM, DACVD
Dr. Joya Griffin is an Ohio native and graduated from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. While attending Cornell, she earned numerous awards, including the Dermatology Service Award for her aptitude in clinical dermatology and her research on Malassezia otitis externa. It was at Cornell that she saw firsthand the amazing transformation a dermatologist could make in the health and quality of life of the patients they treated. After graduation, she completed an internship at VCA Berwyn and Aurora Animal Hospitals in Chicago where she was awarded the Intern Abstract Award for her presentation on Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Dr. Joya returned to Cornell University for a residency in dermatology and after completing her residency-training program served one year as an instructor of dermatology. She taught fourth-year clinical students as well as lectured to underclassmen on bacterial, fungal, and immune-mediated skin diseases.
Dr. Joya became a Diplomate of the College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD) in August 2010 and joined the Animal Dermatology Group. She has a special interest in fungal and immune-mediated skin diseases as well as feline dermatology. She enjoys lecturing to fellow veterinarians, mentoring residents, and teaching the students who extern with her. Dr. Joya is the star of Nat Geo WILD television series, “Pop Goes the Vet with Dr. Joya,” which highlights the challenging and mysterious cases she encounters in veterinary dermatology. She is excited to tell her story and show the tremendous impact her practice makes on the community they serve in Kentucky and Indiana. She has been a featured guest on The Doctors as well as other local and national news channels, radio stations, magazine publications and podcasts. She was awarded the Most Admired Woman award for her entrepreneurship in 2022. She consults with industry leading animal health companies and is a nationally and internationally recognized speaker.
Dr. Joya always strives to care for her patients as if they are her own pets and loves building long-lasting relationships with their pet parents. Outside of work, Dr. Joya enjoys spending time with her family and pets. She is happily married to Dr. Forrest Cummings, a veterinary internal medicine specialist, and they have 3 children- Caden and boy/girl twins, Coby and Carter. They have two fancy cats, Donut and Coffee, and two dogs, Guri and Magic. She loves traveling and entertaining, eating the delicious meals her hubby cooks, and spending time with the people she loves.
Presentation Synopsis
1. Treating the Itch that Won’t Quit: Diagnostic Approach to the Pruritic Pet
2. Beyond Skin Deep: Utilizing Histopathology as part of Your Dermatologic Work Up
3. Polyps, Pain & Pus- Yuck!: Treating and Preventing Recurrent Ear Disease
4. Beyond the Bubbles: Barrier Repair Therapy in Atopic Dermatitis
5. A BAD Hair Day for Poodles, Doodles, & Ocherese- Oh My! A Review of Sebaceous Adenitis
6. Dermatologic Conundrums: Immune-mediated Diseases
7. A Pain in the A$%: Anal Sacculitis, Fistulas, and Abscesses