St. Thomas – USVI 2026November 4 -6, 2026
Original price was: $1,045.00.$945.00Current price is: $945.00.
Topics:
Nutrition - Dr. Angela Rollins
Internal Medicine - Dr. Ashley Hartley
NO PASSPORT REQUIRED:
St. Thomas USVI Vet Conference 2026: Learn about Veterinary Nutrition and Internal Medicine while discovering a national treasure. The St. Thomas USVI Vet Conference 2026 will be held at the WESTIN BEACH RESORT & SPA AT FRENCHMAN’S REEF. PERCHED HIGH ABOVE THE SPARKLING CARIBBEAN: Against a stunning backdrop of tropic blue, you are immersed in a dreamy, world-class resort experience. One that draws inspiration from the abundance and diversity of the natural elements and life that surrounds us. Within this thriving ecosystem, we distill the very best of our island environment and seamlessly translate it to you; creating an entirely unique travel experience that’s as richly colorful and lively as the coral reefs that ring these islands.
We have two powerhouse speakers offering a combination of real world and academia experience to help guide you.
November 4, 2026 | November 5, 2026 | November 6, 2026 |
Your Destination
Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchmen's Reef
Referring Code/Group Name: Promo code VET VACATION
Room Rate: Run of House hotel room $359+ 12.5% local tax + 2.5% State Recovery Tax, + $6per room per day housekeeping. $40 resort fee (reduced from $75)
Accommodations are limited at this special rate. Please book and register early!
Arrangements have been made so you can extend your vacation before and/or after your destination seminar at the same rate 3 days before and 3 days after if rooms are available at the property based on availability. You will need to email jack@vetvacationce.com or joel@vetvacationce.com if you are extending beyond the basic conference nights. Book or Call early to secure your choice of rooms.
Resort Fee includes:
Enhanced WIFI
One hour of non-motorized water sports for up to two guests per day (Kayaks, Paddle Boards and Hobie Cats)
Beach Chairs and Umbrellas
Sunrise Beach Yoga for up to 2 guests per day
Unlimited use of snorkel equipment for up to 2 guests per day
Local Phone Calls
Drinking Water
2 Welcome Cocktails per room
Reservations require a Major Credit Card or first night's room deposit
• The check-in time is 4:00 PM and the check-out time is 11:00 AM. Early Check-in and Late Check-out requests cannot be guaranteed and must be made prior to arrival.
Getting There
Cyril E. King International Airport (STT) 5.3 miles away
Private and Shared rides are available on www.fareharbor.com with advanced reservations
Taxis are also available
Nutrition
Angela Rollins, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition)
Dr. Angela Witzel Rollins is a Diplomate and former President of the American College of Veterinary Nutrition. She is currently President of the American Academy of Veterinary Nutrition. Dr. Rollins is a Clinical Associate Professor of Nutrition at the University of Tennessee Veterinary Medical Center, where she also attained her DVM, PhD, and residency training. Her research focuses primarily on obesity physiology, prevention, and treatment in dogs and cats.
Presentation Synopsis
1. Nutritional Management of Feline Diabetes
2. Nutritional Management of Common Comorbidities
3. Nutrition Management of Comorbidities in the Obese Patient
4. Obesity Prevention
5. Obesity Management
6. Alternative Diet Trends
7. Nutritional Management of GI Disease
8. Understanding Common Nutritional Math and Pet Food Labels
9. Diagnosis and Treatment of Protein-Losing Enteropathy
Internal Medicine
Ashley Hartley DVM, PhD, DACVIM SAIM
Dr. Ashley Hartley completed her veterinary (DVM) and doctoral (PhD) training at the University of Georgia. Her dissertation specifically characterized genetically modified Trypanosoma cruziparasite lines and canine immune phenotypes in uninfected and T. cruzi-infected dogs. Dr. Hartley continued her clinical training with a small animal medicine and surgery internship at the University of Tennessee followed by a small animal internal medicine residency at North Carolina State University. She served as a staff clinician in small animal internal medicine at the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals at the Royal Veterinary College in London, UK before returning to the University of Tennessee's College of Veterinary Medicine as an assistant professor. Dr. Hartley's clinical interests encompass all aspects of small animal medicine, with particular research focuses in infectious diseases, immunology, and hepatobiliary diseases.
Presentation Synopsis
1. Feline Infectious Peritonitis Updates
2. Canine and Feline Fungal Disease (75 min)
3. Updates with Leptospirosis
4. Vector Borne Disease in Small Animals
5. Approach to Urinary Tract Infections in Small Animals
6. Arthrocentesis in Small Animals
7. Enteral Feeding Tubes Considerations for Private Practitioners