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Celebrity Eclipse
COURSE CREDITS & HOURS
COURSE FEES
PROGRAM PURPOSE
Topics:
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: Newer Terminology and Management
Apply current techniques of endometrial ablation as a viable alternative to hysterectomy
Treating and Screening for STD's: Current CDC Guidelines
Utilize current CDC Guidelines in managing sexually-transmitted disease
Update on Hormonal Contraception: the Move towards LARC
Evaluate contraceptive options to provide a personalized approach to contraceptive counselling
Medications and Pregnancy: an Overview with new FDA Guidelines
Identify meds to use, meds to avoid, and meds to consider in pregnancy
Hormonal Alternatives in Managing Menopause: Guidelines from the North American Menopause Society
Apply current hormone therapy guidelines to menopausal patients using an individualized approach
Communicating with Patients: Medical Writing, Health Literacy, Medical Websites and more
Assess and utilize objective health information from a range of internet sources
Obesity and Pregnancy
Apply contemporary strategies in managing risks associated with obesity in pregnancy
Managing Abnormal Pap Smears: Current Guidelines from the ASCCP
Utilize an evidence-based algorithm for managing cytologic abnormalities in Pap smear screening
Osteoporosis Assessment in Women's Healthcare
Utilize current therapy in women at increased risk for osteoporosis
Case Histories in Women's Healthcare
Apply evidence-based standards in managing difficult cases in women's healthcare
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PLEASE NOTE: To attend the conference, participants must book their cruise through Continuing Education, Inc.. This ensures our company can provide full conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Note also, that participants' family and friends are welcome to book within our group to take advantage of our typically excellent cruise rates. Thank you for your cooperation.
BIAS FREE CME - No Commercial Support was provided for this CME activity.
Faculty
Tara Dall, MD, FNLA
Dr. Tara Dall is a board certified lipidologist with roots in family medicine and training at the University of Wisconsin Madison. She has spent the last 15 years using advanced biomarker testing in the clinical care of patients. She graduated in the inaugural class of Diplomates of the American Board of Clinical Lipidology in 2005. Her center achieved national recognition as the first fully certified Level II lipid clinic in the United States.
In 2008, Dr. Dall formed the Early Detection Center for heart disease and diabetes near Madison, Wisconsin and served as a clinical associate professor for the Medical College of Wisconsin. Two years later, she brought her fight against heart disease to the web, co-founding Lecturepad.org and FHITtv.org, web platforms that advance clinical understanding and application of advanced lipid and biomarker testing.
For 3 years Dr. Dall served as Chief Medical Officer of Health Diagnostic Laboratory. As an author and educator on biomarker research focused on the role that insulin resistance plays in diabetes prevention she has expanded the education of physicians to prevent chronic disease. She has a special interest in insulin resistance's role in cardiovascular disease, women's heart disease, Autoimmune disease, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and obesity. She also serves as chief of cardiometabolic education at the non-profit Foundation for Health Improvement and Technology (FHIT).
Known for her passionate delivery of complex medical topics in patient-friendly terms, Dr. Dall is a sought after speaker, traveling the world to present research on advanced biomarkers. She is a also a regular go-to for reporters, appearing on Bloomberg News, CBS Sports, CNN Radio, Reach MD Satellite Radio, and RadioHealth Journal. She was also a regular guest on KTXD-TV's The Broadcast in Dallas, as well as programs on wabcradio.com (Optimal wellness and Forever Young). She continues to practice medicine as a physician founder of AvanceMD Concierge in Richmond, VA which incorporates cutting edge web based technology to the human touch of medicine, providing services to local as well as national and international clients.
Bruce D. Shephard, MD, FACOG
Affiliate Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of South Florida College of Medicine
Tampa, Florida.
Dr. Shephard is Affiliate Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of California, Berkeley, attended medical school at the University of California, San Francisco, and completed his Ob-Gyn residency at the University of Miami, Florida.
A former McCain Fellow at the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and principal author of “The Complete Guide to Women's Health,” Dr. Shephard is a frequent speaker and writer on women's health issues. A previous president of the Hillsborough County Medical Association, he currently serves as president of the HCMA Foundation. Dr. Shephard serves on HMO medical advisory boards for Wellcare and AVMed health plans and as a medical case reviewer for both the Health Resources and Services Administration and the Agency for Health Care Administration, Florida. A 2009 selectee of the Marquis' Who's Who in Medicine and Healthcare, he received the Albert N. Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018.
Accreditation
Osteopathic Physicians: This program is eligible for Category 2 credit with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
US or Canadian Family Physicians: Please let us know if you require AAFP Prescribed Credits.
ITINERARY
DATE
PORT OF CALL
ARRIVE
DEPART
Wed Feb 27
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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6:30 pm
Thu Feb 28
Montevideo, Uruguay
9:00 am
5:00 pm
Fri Mar 01
At Sea - Cruising
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-
Sat Mar 02
At Sea - Cruising
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-
Sun Mar 03
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Multiple entry Brazilian Visa required*
8:00 am
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Mon Mar 04
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
-
-
Tue Mar 05
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
-
5:00 pm
Wed Mar 06
Buzios, Brazil
8:00 am
4:00 pm
Thu Mar 07
Sao Paulo (Santos), Brazil
9:00 am
7:00 pm
Fri Mar 08
At Sea - Cruising
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Sat Mar 09
At Sea - Cruising
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Sun Mar 10
Buenos Aires, Argentina
4:30 am
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*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
PORTS OF CALL
Buenos Aires, Argentina - The capital of Argentina is overflowing with creative energy. In this melting pot of cultures—native American, Spanish colonial, Italian, French, British, and more—the local
Porteños greet you warmly with a kiss. Connoisseurs of culture find 300 theaters and 160 museums. Explore the French neoclassical Museo Nacional de Arte Decorativo, near the port, or Teatro Colón, an opera house with interiors as beautiful as the acoustics, in the Centro. You'll shop till you drop in Buenos Aires, a leader in design. Find clothing, jewelry, and art at lavish Galerías Pacifico, near the port, or browse the fashionable Recoleta quarter for exclusive boutiques. Shop elegant Calle Florida, bustling with bustling with office workers by day and street performers at night. Look for native leather, antiques, and crafts. Eat and drink like a king on your cruise to Argentina, from elegant 19th-century bars to contemporary cafés and restaurants. Discover maté,
the local tea, and don't miss the renowned steaks and excellent Malbec wines. Find pizza, pasta, and ice cream on every corner. For dessert, try alfajores, chocolate-covered double-decker cookies filled with dulce de leche.
Montevideo, Uruguay - Montevideo is a thoroughly modern city with a rich artistic tradition - the reach of the rural estancias is all around you. If ever there were a time you were inclined to indulge, delicious steaks are the specialty of the house in virtually every restaurant.
At Sea - Cruising - Cruising
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Christ the Redeemer, one of the modern Seven Wonders of the World, stands atop the Corcovado peak. Survey the city from a platform below the 125-foot statue or hop on a cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain and get a different perspective of Rio and the Christ. Feel a rush to your senses from the awesome activity on world-famous beaches Ipanema and Copacabana. If the quiet side of Rio is what you seek, a visit to the lush botanical garden—home to some 8,000 species—will delight you!
Buzios, Brazil - This peninsula beach resort, made popular in the 1960s by Brigitte Bardot, boasts more than 20 beaches, with those to the west experiencing calmer water than the east-facing Praia's, which are ideal for surfers and windsurfers. Boating, scuba diving and surfing are the most popular activities here, with excellent schools for novices wishing to learn. When the sun dips, enjoy delicious, fresh seafood at one of the popular pay-by-the-kilo restaurants before drinking and dancing the night away at one of the town's popular bars or nightclubs.
Sao Paulo (Santos), Brazil - Though Rio de Janeiro gets the credit as the cultural heart of Brazil, São Paulo won’t disappoint travelers looking for a buzzy, cosmopolitan, and simultaneously artsy city. São Paulo is more than Brazil’s financial district, though its bustling industries certainly deserve their soaring skyscrapers. It’s also a foodie paradise that offers nearly every kind of cuisine. The romantic, colonial-style historic district and some of the best art and cultural institutions in the world are traveler favorites.
Don’t miss museums like the Pinacoteca or the Museu de Arte de São Paulo, both of which embody the city’s art scene. Stop to peer at Edifício Copan, one of the city’s oldest and most beloved buildings. Sports lovers have to check out the Museu do Futebol, a museum completely devoted to soccer and the way the sport has shaped Brazilian culture. Stand in awe of Brazilian soccer prodigy Pelé at a dedicated exhibit, or take a guided tour to learn more about the sport than ever before. Coffee enthusiasts have to tour the Museu do Cafe, which even includes barista classes and samples of the area’s signature espresso.
For those who want to simply walk off the ship and explore, Santos is the lovely city where your ship will dock near São Paulo. Santos can fill a pleasant day with a museums devoted to coffee (the Museo de Cafe) and the original Braziliian soccer legend, Pele.
Celebrity Eclipse
PLEASE NOTE: To attend the conference, participants must book their cruise through Continuing Education, Inc.. This ensures our company can provide full conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Note also, that participants' family and friends are welcome to book within our group to take advantage of our typically excellent cruise rates. Thank you for your cooperation.
Register your interest and receive a full quote at 800-422-0711 (US/Can) or direct/int'l tel: +1-727-526-1571 or by registering online.
Prices below are for the full cruise including meals and evening entertainment
Suite/Deluxe
Royal Suite (RS)
Unwind in a luxuriously large living and dining area featuring floor to ceiling panoramic windows, a primary bedroom featuring the luxury king-sized mattress, a primary bathroom with a large soaking tub, a separate shower, and a double sink vanity. With this and a spacious private veranda, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the sea no matter where you are. This suite confers all of the benefits of The Retreat. Royal Suites can connect directly to the Iconic Suite for a larger group. 687 sqft with a 72 sqft private veranda.
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Celebrity Suite (CS)
These two-room suites feature a large living area with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, a private veranda, and a primary bedroom with a king-sized bed. Celebrity Suites confer the benefits of The Retreat, including a private restaurant, exclusive lounge, and dedicated Personal Retreat Host. One Bedroom, One Bathroom. 460 sqft with 51 sqft private veranda.
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Suite/DeluxeAqua Sky Suite (AS) The Aqua Sky Suite combines the well-being inspired AquaClass experience with exclusive spaces, services, and amenities of The Retreat to leave you more renewed than ever. These large suites feature a king-sized bed and a spacious, private veranda. The split bathroom features a large spa tub and shower.
Suite/DeluxePenthouse Suite (PS) Relax in ultimate luxury on your large private veranda. Lounge in the king-size mattress in your bedroom. Enjoy VIP treatment with your Personal Retreat Host, expansive lounge area, and all the other benefits The Retreat has to offer. Penthouse Suites have 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, as well as a private terrace with a hot tub. 1,291 sqft with 389 sqft veranda.
Suite/DeluxeSky Suite (S1) The perfectly designed Sky Suite offers a blend of expansive views and intimate luxury. As part of The Retreat, enjoy exclusive access to Luminae and private lounge. These suites feature a king-sized bed that faces a floor-to-ceiling window and sliding glass door leading to private veranda. There is also a split bathroom featuring a large spa tub. 319 sqft with 79 sqft private veranda.
Suite/DeluxeSunset Sky Suite (SS) The Sunset Sky Suite offers a blend of expansive aft-facing views and intimate luxury. Enjoy exclusive access to Luminae and the Retreat Lounge, along with all the other benefits The Retreat offers. 296 sqft with 53 sqft terrace.
AquaClass Stateroom (A2)
AquaClass Staterooms have world-class amenities included access to the specialty restaurant Blu, in-room health and wellness amenities, and complimentary bathrobes and slippers. 194 sqft with 54 sqft veranda.
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BalconyPrime AquaClass Stateroom (A1) Prime Staterooms are located in the most desirable locations on the ship. AquaClass Staterooms have world-class amenities included access to the specialty restaurant Blu, in-room health and wellness amenities, and complimentary bathrobes and slippers. 192 sqft with 54 sqft veranda.
BalconyPrime Concierge Class Stateroom (C1) Prime Staterooms are located in the most desirable locations on the ship. Sleeps 2-4. Studio, 1 bath. 192 sqft with 54 sqft veranda.
BalconyConcierge Class Stateroom (C2) Concierge Class staterooms include priority check-in and debarkation, destination seminar, and more. 192 sqft with 54 sqft veranda.
BalconyDeluxe Veranda Stateroom (DV) Ample indoor and outdoor space come together to create your private sanctuary at sea. Relax on your spacious veranda and enjoy amenities that all contribute to your luxury experience. Your personal veranda lets you greet the day and enjoy fresh sea breezes. Sleeps 2-4. 192 sqft. Larger veranda to stretch out.
BalconySunset Concierge Class Stateroom (SC) Little details make a world of difference, and the meticulously thought-out Concierge Class staterooms are even better. With new services, amenities, and exclusive events, Concierge class will take your vacation to the next level. 192 sqft with 54 sqft aft-facing veranda. Priority Debarkation.
BalconySunset Veranda Stateroom (SV) Sunset Veranda Staterooms are balcony staterooms located in the aft of the ship, each with its own private veranda to enjoy the beautiful sunsets. Sleeps 2-4. Square footage varies.
BalconyUltra Deluxe Veranda Stateroom (UV) Spacious staterooms located in the aft of the ship, each with its own extra-large private veranda to enjoy the beautiful sunsets. Two bedroom, one bath. Expanded living space and dining area. 575 sqft with 53 sqft veranda.
BalconyPrime Veranda Stateroom (V1) Indoor and outdoor space come together to create your private sanctuary at sea. Relax in a spacious stateroom and enjoy amenities that all contribute to your luxury experience. Prime Veranda staterooms are well-appointed, personal retreats located in the most desirable locations on the ship. Sleeps 2-4. 192 sqft with 54 sqft veranda.
BalconyVeranda Stateroom (V2) Indoor and outdoor space come together to create your private sanctuary at sea. Relax in a spacious stateroom and enjoy amenities that all contribute to your luxury experience. Your personal veranda lets you greet the day and enjoy fresh sea breezes. Sleeps 2-4. 192 sqft with 54 sqft veranda.
InsidePrime Inside Stateroom I1.Your escape at sea, inside staterooms offer ample living space, including a sitting area and a flat-screen TV. Each inside stateroom aboard the Celebrity Reflection includes world-class amenities. Sleeps 2. 183 sqft.
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InsideInside Stateroom I2.Your escape at sea, inside staterooms offer ample living space, including a sitting area and a flat-screen TV. Each inside stateroom aboard the Celebrity Reflection includes world-class amenities. Prime Inside staterooms are well-appointed, personal retreats located in the most-desirable locations on the ship. Sleeps 2-4. 183 sqft.
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OutsidePrime Ocean View Stateroom O1.Expansive views make Ocean View staterooms the ideal place to unwind at sea. These perfectly indulgent spaces come furnished with a luxury king-sized mattress and everything else a modern traveler needs. Prime Ocean View staterooms are well-appointed, personal retreats located in the most desirable locations on the ship. Sleeps 2-4. 176 sqft. Unique forward-facing window on higher decks.
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OutsideOcean View Stateroom O2.The ideal place to unwind at sea, these perfectly indulgent spaces come furnished with a luxury king-sized mattress and everything else a modern traveler needs. Sleeps 2-4. 176 sqft. Large porthole window.
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Because this program is sailing soon, full payment of the fare is due at time of booking.
3rd/4th in Stateroom - Please call to secure the best possible pricing
Cruise pricing is presented per person, based double occupancy of the stateroom, following industry practice. Pricing presented above is listed accordingly to allow easy comparison for the stateroom categories displayed. Our agents always provide 'total cost' pricing disclosing all particulars before you make any commitment.
COMPETITIVE PRICING PROMISE: We will match any price currently offered by the cruise line; this promise includes their short-term, promotional rates. As a value-added organizer of meetings at sea, however, we do not seek to compete with 'cruise discounters,' 'travel clubs,' or 'distressed inventory' sales operations.
PRICING SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
Because this sailing is departing soon, no fares are displayed above; Call us to request a quote of current, market rate fares. Those fares, the same as offered directly by the cruise line, are subject to change at any time until held with a deposit or full payment of the fare. Market rates are capacity and revenue controlled, do fluctuate, and can be withdrawn without notice.
CANCELLATION PENALTY POLICY WILL APPLY: We recommend Travel Insurance to protect your investment from unexpected, late cancellations.
Cruise Cancellation Policy:Late Cancellation policies vary by cruise line, itinerary and length of cruise. When reserving your stateroom, please congirm the policy applicable to this cruise with one of our agents.
Course Fee Cancellation Policy: 30+ days before sailing date - 75% Refund ; 7-29 days before sailing date - 50% Refund; Less than 7 days before sailing date - No Refund
FUEL SUPPLEMENT: During periods of unusual oil price volatility, cruiselines may implement a fuel surcharge at any time prior to sailing.
Chubb Travel Protection Overview
Please note, this insurance protection is available to the residents of the United States only, that coverage limits are per person and that limits can vary by State.
Standard Plan Benefits
Travel Basics
Travel Essentials
Travel Choice
Trip Cancellation
100% of Trip Costs ($100,000 maximum)
100% of Trip Costs ($100,000 maximum)
100% of Trip Costs ($100,000 maximum)
Trip Interruption
100% of Trip Costs ($100,000 maximum)
150% of Trip Costs ($150,000 maximum)
150% of Trip Costs ($150,000 maximum)
Trip Interruption - Return Air Only
$500
$750
$1,000
Trip Delay
$500 ($100 per day)
$750 ($150 per day)
$1,000 ($200 per day)
Missed Connection
NA
$250
$500
Baggage & Personal Effects
$750 ($50 deductible)
$1,000
$2,500
Baggage Delay
$200
$300
$500
Accident & Sickness Medical Expense*
$15,000 ($50 deductible)
$25,000
$50,000
Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation of Remains
$150,000
$500,000
$1,000,000
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
NA
$10,000
$50,000
Assistance Services
Included
Included
Included
Additional Benefits (if purchased within 15 days of Initial Trip Payment; Day 1 is the date the Intial Trip Payment is made)
Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion Waiver
Included
Included
Included
Trip Cancellation/ Interruption due to Financial Default
Included
Included
Included
Accident Sickness Medical Expense
Excess Coverage
Primary Coverage
Primary Coverage
Baggage & Personal Effects
Excess Coverage
Excess Coverage
Primary Coverage
Flight Accident
$25,000
$50,000
NA
Missed Connection
NA
Additional $250
Included in base plan
Optional Benefits (if selected byt the Applicant and required premium is paid)
Medical Coverage Upgrade
Included in base plan
Included in base plan
Additional $50,000
including Emergency Evacuation*
Additional $150,000
Additional $500,000
Included in base plan
Car Rental Collision Coverage
$35,000 ($250 Deductible)
$35,000 ($250 Deductible)
$35,000 ($250 Deductible)
Flight Accident
Amount selected up to $500,000
Amount selected up to $500,000
NA
*Coverage, pricing and availability may vary by state *Additional Benefits change not available for CA, CO, KS, MN, MO, MT, NH, NY, PA, TX or WA residents at this time.
Questions?
Call us at 800.422.0711 (US & Canada)
Or +1-727-526-1571
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.
