Peru Multi Sport - Veterinary CE
- Explore the Inca Trail in a guided, porter-supported hike that follows in the footsteps of the native inhabitants of pre-colonial Peru
- Explore the fantastic stone ruins of Machu Picchu, South America’s most awe-inspiring archaeological site
- Visit the major Inca monuments near Cusco, a charming, colonial city and ancient capital of the Incas
- Travel to the Amazon jungle and stay at the fantastic Reserva Amazonica.
Peru Multi Sport Veterinary CME
Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu
Picchu is a true classic that should be on every adventurer's “to-do” list.
Exploring ancient paths and ruins in this spectacular setting will send shivers
down your spine. This haunting fortress city nestled below stunning peaks is the
greatest mystery of the Inca Empire. Beautiful Andean scenery, as well as
cultural history, unfold as we hike up and down steep stone staircases past
ancient Inca outposts. Your Peruvian porters will carry all of your gear and
even set up your tent for you so you can enjoy this stunning trek. Your guide
will explain the fascinating natural history along the trail, and the expert
cooking staff will prepare and serve delicious meals.The Amazon Jungle is a wildlife treasure, and is not to be missed by nature lovers. You'll fly from Cuzco to Puerto Maldonado, where a dugout motor canoe will transport you downriver to the fantastic, Reserva Amazonica Lodge, where you'll stay 2 nights. Naturalists will take you on walks and boat trips to explore some of the natural wonders of the area, including the Madre de Dios River, Monkey Island, and Lake Sandoval.
18 Hours of CE credits available for this course -
Faculty - Dr Justine Lee - D.V.M
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary
Dr. Justine Lee is a board-certified emergency critical care veterinary specialist, and is currently the Associate Director of Veterinary Services at Pet Poison Helpline (PPH), a division of SafetyCall International. Previously, she was on faculty as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Lee graduated from Virginia Tech with a BS in Animal Sciences, and then obtained her veterinary degree at Cornell University. She pursued her internship at Angell Memorial Animal Hospital, which is affiliated with the MSPCA. In addition, she has also completed an emergency fellowship and residency at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Lee has been published in numerous veterinary journals, including JAVMA, JVECC, and JVIM. She has also published several veterinary book chapters, and has been aired on radio and television to promote preventative medicine, animal health, and the overall well-being of pets. Dr. Lee has written a book entitled It's a Dog's Life... but It's Your Carpet: Everything you ever wanted to know about your four-legged friend which was released by Random House April 2008. It's a Cat's World... You Just Live in It: Everything you ever wanted to know about your furry feline was released December 2008.
2013 Speaker -
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Amy Butler D.V.M.,MS.
Diplomate American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care
Director of Emergency & Critical Care
Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center
Clarke Summit, PA
Dr. Amy Butler is Head of Emergency and Critical Care at Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center in Clarks Summit, PA She graduated with her DVM from Michigan State University in 2000, and then completed a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the University of Minnesota in 2001. Amy spent several years working at a private emergency hospital in the Detroit area before transferring to an emergency position at Oakland Veterinary Referral Services in Bloomfield Hills, MI. She then completed a residency in Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care and a Masters of Science in Clinical Sciences at Colorado State University in 2007. She became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care in 2008. Prior to moving to Clarks Summit, Amy was an Assistant Professor - Clinical at The Ohio State University, where she co-managed the Emergency and Critical Care Service. Her research interests include cardiopulmonary monitoring, cardiovascular changes in sepsis, small animal toxicology, and fluid resuscitation. Personal interests include skiing, sailing, gardening, home remodeling and zymurgy.
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