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Selected topics in ENT, Sleep Medicine, and the Medical Management of Pain
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise Conference
Round-trip Miami, FL
April 6 - 13, 2019
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14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
14 Contact Hours
8 Hours of Pharmacology for NPs
Up to 14 (part II) MOC points in medical knowledge in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program
14 MOC (Part II) Points in the ABA MOC program
Course Fees:
$895 for Physicians, Attorneys, Psychologists, Doctors of Pharmacy & Dentists
$695 for Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners
$495 Nurses, Residents, Students & Others
BIAS FREE CME - No Commercial Support was provided for this CME activity.
- Levorphanol, tapentadol
- Participants will be able to differentiate the actions and pharmacokinetics of tapentadol and tramadol, levorphanol and methadone
- Nalbuphine
- Participants will be able to employ nalbuphine in clinical situations for which it has an advantage
- Visceral pain
- Participants will be able to recite the neuroanatomical differences between somatic and visceral pain and the difference in pain characteristics
- Neuropathy
- Participants will be able to recite the reasons why neuropathic pain is relatively opioid resistant
- Opioids: The Good, Bad and Ugly
- Participants will be able to recognize the role mu receptor subtypes and bias signaling have lead to the potential of better analgesics
- Opioids: Where is the balance
- Participants will be able to recite the lesser known risks with opioids such as depression, infections, primary hypogonadism, falls , fractures , impaired wound healing and myocardial infarction
- Opioid Induced Hyperalgesia: Does it Exist, What Does It Mean
- Participants will be able to discuss the evidence for opioid induced hyperalgesia based on a review of 10-14 studies
- Opioid Dosing Strategies for Cancer Pain
- Participants will apply the WHO stepladder to cancer pain management
- Link between psychiatric illnesses and pain
- Participants will be able to discuss the close connection between the presence of chronic pain depression and analgesic responses
- Facial Paralysis and Bell's Palsy
- Participants should be able to differentiate the potential causes of unilateral facial paralysis and know the present AAO-HNS guidelines for diagnosis, treatment and follow-up
- Head and neck manifestations of Reflux
- Participants should be able to list and associate symptoms that may be caused by reflux in patients that have no heartburn or GI symptoms
- Rhinitis- not just Allergy
- Participants should be able to recognize allergic from non-allergic rhinitis and improve patient care with most appropriate treatment.
- Sinus headaches and Facial Pain syndromes
- Participants should be able to differentiate facial pain arising from sinus disease from the many other causes of facial pain and headache. and determine symptoms that suggests other etiologies of headache.
- Narcolepsy and other sleep disorders
- Participants should be able to diagnose other causes of daytime sleepiness and discuss diagnostic testing and treatment options.
- Sleep Apnea Update 2019
- Participants should be able to Identify risk factors for OSA and co-morbidities. Treatment options and follow-up will be emphasized.
- Incorporating CPAP care into the primary care office
- Participant should be able to understand positive airway pressure machines and the differences between CPAP, BPAP,ASV and autoPAP. Attendees will understand Medicare guidelines for treatment and follow-up.
We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your cruise conference.
Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology, Campbell University Medical School; Board Certified in Otolaryngology and Sleep Medicine; Director of Eastern ENT Sleep Diagnostics, Eastern ENT, Sinus and Allergy Center, Goldsboro, North Carolina.
Dr. Cunningham completed his medical training at Thomas Jefferson University as well as an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery residency in 1984.
He was in private practice in suburban Philadelphia and was an academic instructor in Otolaryngology with both the University of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson until moving to North Carolina in 2001.
He is presently practicing at UNC Ear Nose and Throat, associated with University of North Carolina since March of 2018 and is an associate Professor of Otolaryngology with Campbell University Medical College since 2014.
He is board certified in Otolaryngology in 1984 and with subspecialty Sleep Medicine in 2008.

Professor of Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University
Editor-in-Chief, Progress in Palliative Care
Chairman, Palliative Section, Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer
Scientific Subcommittee, American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Reviewer, journals Cancer, Palliative Medicine, British Journal of Cancer, Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, Chest, Journal of Palliative Medicine, Journal of Supportive Care in Oncology
Dr. Mellar Davis is a member of the Palliative Care Department, and Section Head, Geisinger Medical System Danville, PA.
He has been a member of the Geisinger Medical Staff since August 2016. In his role as Section Head, Dr Davis is responsible for developing palliative care services throughout the Geisinger Medical System including outpatient and inpatient services. In addition, Dr Davis works with the Geisinger Hospice Services to develop and coordinate care within the central region.
Dr. Davis was a member of the Cleveland Clinic Palliative Care section, Taussig Cancer Institute and fellowship director until joining the Geisinger Medical System. He was the co- chair of the Palliative Care Study Group of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care (MASCC) and a past board member since 2010.
He is a Professor of Medicine in The Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, since 2009 and elected as a Fellow to the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine in 2010. He is Editor in Chief of Progress on Palliative Care.
His present duties within the Associate Editor in Chief of PC FACS (Fast Article Critical Summary for Clinicians in Palliative Care).
Accreditation: Continuing Education, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation: Continuing Education, Inc. designates this live activity for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Each physician should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Osteopathic Physicians: This program is eligible for Category 2 credit with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) .
Canadian Physicians: This activity is eligible for Section 1 credits in the Royal College’s Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Program . Participants must log into MAINPORT to claim this activity.
US or Canadian Family Physicians: Please let us know if you require AAFP Prescribed Credits.
Physician Assistants: AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME.
Nurse Practitioners: can claim either ANCC Contact Hours or AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ as needed.
Pharmacology credits are identified on individual activities.
Continuing Education, Inc. is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Accredited status does not imply endorsement by Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea or ANCC of any commercial products displayed or used with an activity.
This activity has been registered to offer 14 ( Part II) MOC Points in the ABA MOC program.
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 14 (part II) MOC points in medical knowledge in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.
We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your cruise conference.
DATE | PORT OF CALL | ARRIVE | DEPART |
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Sat Apr 06 | Miami, Florida |
- | 4:30 pm |
Sun Apr 07 | *At Sea - Cruising |
- | - |
Mon Apr 08 | Roatan, Honduras |
9:30 am | 6:00 pm |
Tue Apr 09 | Costa Maya, Mexico |
8:00 am | 6:00 pm |
Wed Apr 10 | Cozumel, Mexico |
7:00 am | 6:00 pm |
Thu Apr 11 | *At Sea - Cruising |
- | - |
Fri Apr 12 | Nassau, The Bahamas |
9:00 am | 6:00 pm |
Sat Apr 13 | Miami, Florida |
6:00 am | - |

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Questions? Call us at 800-422-0711.We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your cruise conference.
Symphony of the Seas
Prices below are for the full cruise including meals and evening entertainment
Cruise Lines
PER PERSON

- Exclusive Experiences: Your Royal Genie and Concierge craft moments just for you.
- Inclusive Amenities: Complimentary services and amenities make every last detail unforgettable.
- Unparalled Accommodations: Retreat to the most spacious luxury suites at sea.
Stateroom: 545 sq. ft. Balcony: 114 sq. ft.
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Grand Balcony Suite - Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Full bathroom with tub and two sinks. Living room with sofa that converts to double bed. Private balcony with seating area and private dining.
Sleeps up to 4.
Stateroom: 371 sq. ft. , Balcony: 105 sq. ft.
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Sleeps up to 4.
287 sq. ft., balcony 80 sq. ft.

182 sq. ft. Balcony 50 sq. ft.
1st & 2nd person
$631
3rd & 4th person

182 sq. ft. Balcony 50 sq. ft.

It's your garden. It's your starlight string quartet. It's your perfect bit of ambience right outside your door.
Stateroom: 182 Sq. Ft. Balcony: 50 Sq. Ft.

179 sq. ft.

149 sq. ft.
1st & 2nd person
$631
3rd & 4th person

149 sq. ft.
Port Charges, Taxes & Fees $361.77
Deposit $250 per person
Cancellation Policies vary by cruise line, destination and sailing date.
Please check with one of our cruise consultant for policies applicable to this cruise.
Important Note: Not all staterooms within each category have the same furniture configuration and/or facilities.
We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your cruise conference.
TravelSafe.comPlease visit TravelSafe.com for travel insurance information.
Cruise Line cancellation policies are strictly enforced. For that reason, we urge all of our travelers to carefully consider whether travel insurance is a good value for them.
Certainly, if you have reason to think that "something might come up" that might force you to cancel, travel insurance is worth the cost of the premium. Examples we've seen in the past include ill or frail family members and changes in employment causing relocation.
If travel insurance is the right choice for you, we recommend TravelSafe. To visit their site and explore your options click here or on the link above. The cruise lines also offer travel insurance and we'd be happy to help you go that route if you'd prefer.