Punta Cana – Dominican Republic All-Inclusive 2027April 15 - 17, 2027
Original price was: $1,045.00.$945.00Current price is: $945.00.
Topics:
Internal Medicine – Dr. Maureen Finke
Surgery - Dr. Larie Allen
Earn 15 hours of high quality practical RACE approved CE while in paradise. Dr. Maureen Finke and Dr. Larie Allen with educate you on Veterinary Internal Medicine and Soft Tissue Surgery.
An elegant, absolutely breathtaking beachfront experience on Bavarro Beach Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The pure essence of the Caribbean is on full display at this exclusive resort. It has taken on new life with colonial-style architecture and décor inspired by Dominican influences, offering a blend of local and international cuisines, as well as Destination Inclusive activities that connect you with all-things local. Whether traveling with the family or on an adults-only vacation, it promises unforgettable surprises. There’s truly something for everyone at the spectacular Paradisus Palma Real. This is an all-inclusive experience like no other!
To receive the lowest guaranteed hotel rate use the booking link provided in the blue box Make Reservation. If you need assistance with your hotel booking email jaime@vetvacationce.com
This VetVacationCE requires attendees to stay at the conference hotel, Punta Cana Palma Real, using the conference booking link. Thank you for your understanding.
We have 2 powerhouse speakers offering real world experience to help you improve patient care while offering practical solutions in veterinary medicine.
The Punta Cana Veterinary Conference 2027 registration fee includes a Welcome Reception by the pool, daily snacks, coffee and tea, a set of printed notes, pen and some swag and everything you need for an amazing learning experience while on vacation. The Punta Cana Palma Real is an all inclusive resort.
You can view our upcoming conferences here
April 15, 2027
11am-12:20pm REGISTRATION: Sign in & Pick a seat! Bavarro
12:20-12:30pm Welcome
12:30-1:20pm How to Diagnose FIP
1:30-2:20pm How to Treat FIP with the New Medications
2:30-3:20pm New Information/Options in Canine Chronic Enteropathy (IBD)
3:20-3:40pm BREAK & SNACK
3:40-4:30pm The Ins and Outs of Surgical Tumors
4:40-5:30pm Advances in Surgical Oncology
5:45-6:45pm WELCOME RECEPTION Poolside
April 16, 2027
7-8am Breakfast Buffet on your own
8-8:50am Surgical Oncology: Techniques and Reconstruction
9-9:50am Making Wound Healing Fun
10-10:50am Unusual Findings in Routine Abdominal Surgeries
10:50-11:10am BREAK AND SNACK
11:10–12pm IMHA - Diagnosis and Treatment
12:10-1pm Challenging UTIs in the Dog
1pm EXPLORE AND ENJOY PUNTA CANA!
April 17, 2027
7-8am Breakfast Buffet on your own
8-8:50am Leptospirosis
9-9:50am Hepatobiliary Disease in the Dog (how to work up chronic ALT elevation)
10-10:50am Feline Enteropathy
10:50-11:10am BREAK AND SNACK
11:10–12pm Suture and Staple Review: Where, When, and Why?
12:10-1pm Approach to Crypt Orchid Surgeries: the Good, Bad, and the Ugly
1pm Vet Vacation CE Concludes: Book your Next VetVacationCE!
Your Destination
Paradisus Palma Real Punta Cana
Referring Code/Group Name: VetVacationCE
Room Rate: The Reserve is for Adults only (over 18): The Reserve Junior Suite Garden View - Double Occupancy (2 Adults) $620pn double occupancy or Junior Suite Garden View Adults Only $510 pn double occupancy or Junior Suite Garden View Family side $530 pn double occupancy The Reserve Junior Swim Up $660 or The Reserve Junior Suite Garden View $620 3rd adult 25% discount or 3rd child 50% discount. Children less than 2 years of age are free. This includes all taxes and fees.
You must book the hotel with our link for this conference. Attendees are not permitted to enter the Resort with a reservation.
Private check in desk: Marmol Desk
THESE RATES INCLUDE ALL TAXES AND FEES:
ALL INCLUSIVE suite rates include Breakfast, lunch, dinner, beverages, and nightly shows. All-inclusive food & beverage served at hotel restaurants and room service at regular hours of operation during these services are provided to all hotel guests.
ALL INCLUSIVE PLAN (AIP) RATES INCLUDE:
– Unlimited liquors & house wines by the Glass From the all-inclusive plan, house beer, bottled water and Soft Drinks
– Unlimited Dining Experience at Hotel’s food and beverage outlets during their regular hours of operation
– Guest Room Mini Bar Stocked Daily upon request
– Room service
– All Food & Beverage Gratuities for Plan inclusions
– Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the Resort
– Maid Service and Porterage
– Daily activities and Nightly Entertainment
– Use of most non-motorized Water Sports equipment
– All applicable Taxes and Service fees for the All-Inclusive Plan inclusions
– All Gratuities
Accommodations are limited at this special rate. Please book your room directly through the link. If you plan to extend your stay please email jack@vetvacationce.com and//or joel@vetvacationce.com if you need assistance with the booking.
We have made arrangements so you can extend your vacation 3 days before and/or after your destination seminar at the same rate if rooms are available at the property. Book early to secure your choice of rooms. The room block will sell out early!
Check in 3pm and Check out 12 noon
In case of cancellation of guest rooms by a guest responsible for his/her room, later than March 15th, 2027 (30 days prior to the group arrival), full penalty charge for the complete stay will be applied to the credit card that the guest used to make the reservation of the room in the link provided by the resort.
Reservations require a deposit equal to one night’s stay. Additional nights will be billed 30 days prior to arrival. Upon check-in, each guest will be required to present a valid credit card. All accounts must be settled in full upon departure.
PREFERENTIAL BENEFITS OF THE RESERVE
An immersive vacation experience for adults. The Reserve offers opportunities for guests to
reconnect and create everlasting memories.
• Personalized concierge service
• Exclusive VIP c h e c k in/check out
• Assistance with priority reservations for activities and restaurants
• Exclusive pool with valet service
• Suites with luxury amenities
• Customized turn-down service
• Exclusive Restaurants
• Exclusive areas for adults
THE RESERVE section exclusive areas and services are exclusive for guests 18 and up booked in
THE RESERVE room categories.
Getting There
Fly into (PUJ) Punta Cana International Airport
Round-trip airport transfer not included . (PUJ Airport)
Taxis and Uber are readily available at the airport.
30 minute drive 10 miles.
You will reach a security gate and will need to show your passport for entry to the resort.
You must stay at the resort for this meeting.
Vet Vacation Registration
If you haven't already registered for your vet vacation, take a moment to register for your vet vacation now. Registration for the continuing education is separate from your hotel reservation.
Internal Medicine
Maureen Finke, DVM, DACVIM
Dr. Maureen Finke received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Texas A&M University in 2002. She completed her internship at the Ohio State University and then worked as an emergency veterinarian in Detroit, Michigan. After completing her residency in small animal internal medicine at the University of Minnesota, Dr. Finke became board-certified in internal medicine. She has been at Wheat Ridge Veterinary Specialists in Denver, CO since 2007. Dr. Finke’s special interests include endocrinology, immune mediated, and infectious diseases.
Presentation Synopsis
1. How to Diagnose FIP
2. How to Treat FIP with the New Medications
3. New Information/Options in Canine Chronic Enteropathy (IBD)
4. IMHA - Diagnosis and Treatment
5. Challenging UTIs in the Dog
6. Leptospirosis
7. Hepatobiliary Disease in the Dog (how to work up chronic ALT elevation)
8. Feline Enteropathy
Soft Tissue Surgery
Larie Allen, DVM, DACVS ACVS Founding Fellow
Dr. Larie Allen is a board certified small animal surgeon. She completed her undergraduate studies at Indiana University and gained early entry into veterinary school. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Florida in 1993. After graduation, she completed a small animal rotating internship at Angell Memorial Animal Hospital in Boston, followed by a surgical residency at The Animal Medical Center in New York City. She then pursued additional expertise in surgical oncology by completing a fellowship at Colorado State University in 1999.
While Dr. Allen’s primary interest lies in oncologic surgeries, she also enjoys performing various surgeries including: orthopedic surgeries such as, TPLOs and TTAs, fractures, advanced soft tissue surgeries, and neurosurgery. Dr. Allen is one of the few surgeons in the country included in the Veterinary Society for Surgical Oncology.
Dr. Allen is a native Floridian but has made the Rockies and Colorado home. She has been a member of the Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital team for 9 years where she is also the Associate Medical Director. She loves hiking, skiing, and traveling.
Presentation Synopsis
1. The Ins and Outs of Surgical Tumors (90 minutes)
2. Advances in Surgical Oncology
3. Surgical Oncology: Techniques and Reconstruction
4. Making Wound Healing Fun
5. Unusual Findings in Routine Abdominal Surgeries
6. Fracture Management: Really It’s Easy (90 minutes)
7. Suture and Staple Review: Where, When, and Why?
8. Approach to Crypt Orchid Surgeries: the Good, Bad, and the Ugly
9. Librela: Brief Review
Vet Vacation Registration
If you haven't already registered for your vet vacation, take a moment to register for your vet vacation now. Registration for the continuing education is separate from your hotel reservation.