Snowbird Vet CE
May 2025
Enjoy a small group luxury CE experience on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast
15 Hours of Continuing Education
Dermatology & Radiology
There will be half day sessions on the 23rd, 24th, and 25th with refreshments served throughout. allowing time for you to explore and enjoy the location.
Presenters
Dr. Meghan Solc, DVM, DACVD
Meghan grew up on a hobby farm in Brockville, Ontario, Canada, where her love for animals flourished. In addition to her farm chores, she began working at the local Brockville Animal Hospital at the age of 13 and loved every moment of it. Meghan later moved
to Prince Edward Island, Canada, where she ultimately achieved her dream of becoming a veterinarian, receiving her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 2012 from the Atlantic Veterinary College. After graduation, Meghan relocated to Toronto, Ontario, to complete
a rotating internship followed by a specialty dermatology internship. Her passion for dermatology deepened, and she was fortunate to be accepted into a residency with Dermatology for Animals. In 2018, she became a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary
Dermatology.
Meghan has continued her work with Dermatology for Animals in Akron, Ohio, and recently moved to the Catonsville, Maryland, location. She has trained two dermatology specialty technicians and continues to work with residents through the ACVD. She currently
resides in Baltimore with her wife, Katie, and their fur kids, Bruce, Iris, and Max. When she's not promoting the field of veterinary dermatology, you can find Meghan traveling, hiking, rowing, and exploring new foodie spots.
Meghan was just honored with the DVM360 Veterinary Hero award in 2024.
Dr. Jodi Matheson, DVM, DACVR
A graduate of the University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point (BS), and the University of Missouri (DVM), Jodi S. Matheson completed a clinical internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Kansas State university and a diagnostic imaging residency at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She joined the MU faculty in 2016.
* This program has been RACE approved for 15 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.
CE Registration
- Early registration through February 22, 2025 – $995
- Late registration February 23rd through April 20th, 2025 – $1195
- To keep this an intimate setting we will be capping registration at 25 people but not to worry, we are planning another one in the fall.
- Registration can be canceled up to 60 days prior to the start of the event. A refund of the registration payment, less a $100 administrative fee, will be issued within 30 days of receipt of a written cancellation request (info@snowbirdvetce.com).
If you have already registered, click here to go directly to the payment page.
Punta Islita – Costa Rica
Let me share my happy place with you, it’s almost magical. Far from the city, away from the “touristy” spots on top of a mountain overlooking the sea. This resort focuses on ecological sustainability and also integrating and offering cultural experiences.
Location:
Hotel Punta Islita
13 Miles SE of Playa Samara
160, Guancaste Province, Punta Islita, 50201
How to get here: We recommend flying into Liberia airport (LIR) as it is closest. You can rent a car at the airport (we always use Adobe, a local more economical chain) or request a shuttle from the resort in advance (~$220 +taxes for up to 5 people). It is a 2+ hour drive from Liberia airport. Depending on recent weather, the road over the last few kilometers can require drivers that are experienced with loosely maintained dirt/gravel roads in hilly terrain. I do recommend if anyone gets car sick that you consider medications for the winding bit of the drive. If you would prefer to fly from SJO or LIR to Islita, there is a tiny local airport serviced by Costa Rica’s domestic airline SANSA.
Activities included in the group rate:
- Guided nature hikes
- Art classes
- Gastronomic & mixology classes
*There are many more adventurous activities available but are not included with your stay. However, all attendees with the group will receive 15% off these additional activities and spa services will be 20% off as well
Accommodations
*Group rates include breakfast daily, and are available from May 19th through May 27th, 2025. Contact the hotel if you wish to stay longer, they may be able to accommodate some groups longer at this rate.
- Junior Suites (includes private plunge pool or whirlpool) – Single occupancy $279 + taxes / night, Double occupancy $299 + taxes / night
- Deluxe Rooms – Single occupancy $229 + taxes / night, Double occupancy $249 + taxes / night
- * Contact Hotel Punta Islita if you are interested in a 2 or 3 bedroom villa, they are available as well if you are coming as a larger family or a group.
- * Up to 2 children under 12 included in double occupancy rate per room
