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Dermatology
Adult and Pediatric Emergency Medicine

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Round-trip New Orleans, LA
December 01 - 08, 2019

This conference has already sailed, but that doesn't mean you have to miss the boat! Click here to see our complete schedule of upcoming programs.

<em>Norwegian Getaway</em>
Norwegian Getaway

COURSE CREDITS & HOURS

14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
14 ACPE Credits
14.0 Contact Hours
13 Hours of Pharmacology for NPs

COURSE FEES

TARGET AUDIENCE

Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists

PROGRAM PURPOSE

Topics:
  1. Non-Melanoma and Melanoma Skin Cancers
    • Learn to identify the patterns of skin cancer
  2. Collagen Vascular Disease
    • Identify the signs of collagen vascular disease
  3. Skin signs of Systemic Disease
    • Identify the skin signs of multiple systemic diseases
  4. Common Disorders You Should Know
    • Discover common skin diseases you may or may not know
  5. Papulosquamous Disease
    • Be able to identify and differentiate the papulosquamous diseases
  6. Psoriasis and Metabolic Syndrome
    • Demonstrate, locate and manage psoriasis and metabolic syndrome
  7. Acne and Rosacea
    • Define the various types of acne and rosacea and utilize treatment in practice
  8. Event Medicine
    • Identify medical entities likely to be present, specific to type of event
    • Calculate medications, equipment, and coverage required for a given event
    • Evaluate the environment, including forecasted weather and crowd size to determine resources needed
    • Illustrate by example specific problems to be anticipated by type of event
  9. Pediatric fever: evaluation of the febrile infant
    • List serious bacterial infections (SBI)
    • Indicate clinical scores for behavior in the patient unable to communicate
    • Describe the significance of fever
    • Identify indications for specific testing in the febrile infant
    • Calculate risks for sepsis, meningitis, and bacteremia
  10. Resuscitation Update
    • Indicate the indications for targeted temperature management
    • Appraise the role of neuroimaging and neurologic evaluation in survivor from cardiac arrest
    • Appraise the value of ECMO in the emergency setting
    • Examine the role of pharmacologic agents in advanced cardiac life support
  11. Toxicology Update
    • Cite substances encountered in the emergency setting
    • Examine the role of supportive care and the potential role for specific antidotes
    • Formulate guidelines for management of more traditional overdoses.
  12. The Evaluation of Syncope and near-syncope
    • Formulate guidelines to identify patients most at risk of short-term risk following a loss of consciousness
    • Identify specific cardiac and pulmonary causes for near-syncope
    • Distinguish the syncopal patient from the seizure patient
    • Define safe guidelines for discharge of the syncopal patient
    • List disorders causing near loss of consciousness which constitute "can't miss" diagnoses
  13. Legal considerations in emergency and clinical care
    • Diagram the cost in time, stress, dollars and burnout for which the practitioner is at risk
    • Estimate mechanisms by which one can avoid a lawsuit
    • Illustrate the magnitude of the problem in emergency care
    • Formulate specific presentations which expose the practitioner to liability
  14. Opioid abuse and pain management in the acute care setting
    • Name alternatives to narcotics in the management of pain
    • List evidence for the use and efficacy of specific agents
    • Recognize the risks and magnitude of narcotic abuse

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

Jonathan Glauser, MD, FACEP, MBA

Jonathan Glauser, MD, FACEP, MBA

Professor, Emergency Medicine
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, Ohio
Faculty, Residency Training Program in Emergency Medicine
MetroHealth Medical Center/ Cleveland Clinic

Dr. Jonathan Glauser is currently Professor of Emergency Medicine at Case Western Reserve University. He is board certified in both Emergency Medicine and Pediatric Emergency Medicine.

He has been active in the education of medical students and resident training for over three decades, and is currently on the full-time faculty of the residency program in Emergency Medicine at MetroHealth Medical Center/ Cleveland Clinic.  

He serves on the editorial advisory board of three publications in the field of emergency care, and is section editor in Infectious Disease for the journal Current Emergency and Hospital Medicine Reports. He lives with his wife in the greater Cleveland area.

Georgia K. Seely, MD

Georgia K. Seely, MD

Affiliate Clinical Professor
Department of Dermatology
Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
Richmond, VA

Georgia Seely, MD is a board-certified dermatologist at Dermatology Associates of Virginia, where she also serves as the company’s President. Dermatology Associates of Virginia is a medically-focused practice where Georgia has over 20 years of experience in the treatment of skin cancers such as melanoma, as well as cutaneous lymphomas, and internal medicine related diseases.

 

She is also board-certified in internal medicine, and is a former Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Georgia has served as president of the Richmond Dermatological Society and is a board member of MD Value Care, which is an organization of physician practices in Richmond, VA.

 

Georgia and her husband Scott have two children. Her interests include reading, travelling, playing tennis, gardening, as well as good food and good music.
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Accreditation

Joint Accreditation

In support of improving patient care, Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education

Credit Designation for Physicians: Continuing Education, Inc. designates this live activity for 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians 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).

US or Canadian Family Physicians: Please let us know if you require AAFP Prescribed Credits.

 

ANCC

Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 14 contact hours.
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.

Nurse Practitioners: Can claim either ANCC Contact Hours or AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM as needed.  Pharmacology credits are identified on individual activities.

ROYAL COLLEGE MOC

 

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada:
Through an agreement between the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, medical practitioners participating in the Royal College MOC Program may record completion of accredited activities registered under the ACCME’s “CME in Support of MOC” program in Section 3 of the Royal College’s MOC Program.

College of Family Physicians of Canada

 

College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) has a reciprocal credit reporting agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). Prescribed credits can be claimed as the equivalent number of certified credits, and Elective credits can be claimed as the equivalent number of non-certified credits.

Members of the CFPC may claim up to 50 credits per five-year cycle from Physician's Recognition Award (PRA) Category 1 credits. Any additional credits are eligible as non-certified credits.

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education

Credit Designation for Pharmacists: This knowledge-based activity is approved for 14 hours of pharmacy continuing education credit.

ITINERARY

DATE PORT OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART
Sun Dec 01 New Orleans, LA - 4:00 pm
Mon Dec 02 At Sea - Cruising - -
Tue Dec 03 At Sea - Cruising - -
Wed Dec 04 Harvest Caye, Belize 8:00 am 5:00 pm
Thu Dec 05 Roatan, Honduras 8:00 am 5:00 pm
Fri Dec 06 Cozumel, Mexico 9:00 am 6:00 pm
Sat Dec 07 At Sea - Cruising - -
Sun Dec 08 New Orleans, LA 7:00 am -
Western Caribbean

PORTS OF CALL

New Orleans, LA - New Orleans is a city that knows how to have fun. Whether you take time to savor authentic Creole cuisine, browse through quaint antique shops in the French Quarter, or take a tour through historic mansions that date back over a century, you're sure to find dozens of other things to delight you in this happy, high-spirited city that pulses with the beat of Dixieland jazz. And don't forget to take a ride on one of the city's picturesque trolley cars.

At Sea - Cruising - Cruising

Harvest Caye, Belize - Belize is ideal for eco-tourism. With diverse ecology consisting of jungles, rainforests, swamps, coral reefs and so on, you will find solace and adventure in Harvest Caye's stunning landscape

Roatan, Honduras - The island of Roatan is known for its glittering bays and colorful coral reefs perfect for outdoor adventures like snorkeling and scuba diving. Discover your inner pirate in Roatan, where you can taste local rum, swim among starfish at Starfish Alley, or sample fresh seafood at local restaurants.

The 40-mile-long island borders the second-longest barrier reef on the globe, which attracts many divers each year. Go horseback riding at Little French Cay or unwind in paradise at West Bay. Don’t forget to try conch fritters and rum cake during your visit.

Cozumel, Mexico - With its lively tropical reefs, crystal-clear waters and ancient ruins, Cozumel is ripe for one-of-a-kind adventures. Cruise to Cozumel and head to Chankanaab National Park, where you can snorkel among the colorful reefs and schools of tropical fish that give this island its premier diving status. Or travel back in time on an adventure through the towering Maya ruins of Tulum. When you’re done exploring, unwind with a beachside massage at Playa Mia. From culture savoring to soaking up sunshine, you’ll find a world of adventure waiting for you in Cozumel.

Norwegian Getaway

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.
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STATEROOM DETAILS
PRICING PER PERSON

Prices below are for the full cruise including meals and evening entertainment

Suite/Deluxe

The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite with Large Balcony, H2 The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite with Large Balcony (H2)
Your private paradise is ready. Relax in chic, luxurious comfort complete with floor-to-ceiling windows. Take in vista after glorious vista from your spacious wrap around balcony then relax and unwind in your luxurious whirlpool tub. This stateroom can connect to a Courtyard Penthouse.

Total Approx. Size: 932 sq. ft. 
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Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony, MA Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony (MA)
All the space you need. Relax on your private balcony and breathe in the fresh air while taking in amazing views.

Total Approx. Size: 239 sq. ft. 
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Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony, MB Suite/Deluxe Mid-Ship Mini-Suite with Balcony (MB)
All the space you need. Relax on your private balcony and breathe in the fresh air while taking in amazing views.

Total Approx. Size: 239 sq. ft.
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Balcony

Balcony, BD Balcony (BD)
Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to a private balcony with sweeping views. So enjoy beautiful sunrises, breathtaking sunsets and a cozy and comfortable room designed with you in mind.
  • Total Approx. Size: 207 sq. ft.
 
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Large Balcony, B6 Balcony Large Balcony (B6)
Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to a large balcony and incredible ocean views. And with plenty of room to spread out, getting everyone ready is a breeze.

Total Approx. Size: 245 sq. ft
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Spa Balcony, B9 Balcony Spa Balcony (B9)
A spa vacation come true. Indulge at the Mandara Spa and enjoy complimentary access to the Thermal Suites-both are close by. Or take in vista after amazing vista from your private balcony.

Total Approx. Size: 208 sq. ft.
 
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Balcony, BC Balcony Balcony (BC)
Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to a private balcony with sweeping views. So enjoy beautiful sunrises, breathtaking sunsets and a cozy and comfortable room designed with you in mind.
  • Total Approx. Size: 207 sq. ft.
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Veranda Suite, V2 Balcony Veranda Suite (V2)
All Veranda Suites feature a glass door to a private veranda, a queen-size bed or two twin beds, a dining table, a walk-in-closet, and a flat-screen TV. Approx. 300 sq ft, plus veranda of 65 sq ft.

Note that for categories V1 and V2, the veranda is metal and glass from floor to teak rail.
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Outside

Mid-Ship Oceanview with Large Picture Window, OB Mid-Ship Oceanview with Large Picture Window (OB)
Located mid-ship, you will have easy access to everything. These staterooms feature a large picture window and two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.

Stateroom: 161 sq. ft. 
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Inside

, IE (IE)
Centrally located mid-ship, providing easy access to everything on board. These staterooms feature two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. (Door opens to center interior corridor.)

Stateroom: 135 sq. ft. 
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Inside Stateroom, ID Inside Inside Stateroom (ID)
These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.
Inside staterooms feature two lower beds that can be converted to queen-size, lighted recess above bed, 26-inch flat screen television, vanity area with shelves and lots of storage space, full-size closet, and a recessed nook under the television
Door opens to center interior corridor.
  • Total Approx. Size: 135 sq. ft.
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Inside Stateroom, ID-Single Inside Inside Stateroom (ID-Single)
These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.
Inside staterooms feature two lower beds that can be converted to queen-size, lighted recess above bed, 26-inch flat screen television, vanity area with shelves and lots of storage space, full-size closet, and a recessed nook under the television
Door opens to center interior corridor.
  • Total Approx. Size: 135 sq. ft.
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Inside Stateroom, ID-Triple Inside Inside Stateroom (ID-Triple)
These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.
Inside staterooms feature two lower beds that can be converted to queen-size, lighted recess above bed, 26-inch flat screen television, vanity area with shelves and lots of storage space, full-size closet, and a recessed nook under the television
Door opens to center interior corridor.
  • Total Approx. Size: 135 sq. ft.
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Inside Stateroom, IF Inside Inside Stateroom (IF)
These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.
Inside staterooms feature two lower beds that can be converted to queen-size, lighted recess above bed, 26-inch flat screen television, vanity area with shelves and lots of storage space, full-size closet, and a recessed nook under the television
Door opens to center interior corridor.
  • Total Approx. Size: 135 sq. ft.
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Inside Stateroom, IF - Quad Inside Inside Stateroom (IF - Quad)
These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.
Inside staterooms feature two lower beds that can be converted to queen-size, lighted recess above bed, 26-inch flat screen television, vanity area with shelves and lots of storage space, full-size closet, and a recessed nook under the television
Door opens to center interior corridor.
  • Total Approx. Size: 135 sq. ft.
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Inside Stateroom, IF-Single Inside Inside Stateroom (IF-Single)
These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.
Inside staterooms feature two lower beds that can be converted to queen-size, lighted recess above bed, 26-inch flat screen television, vanity area with shelves and lots of storage space, full-size closet, and a recessed nook under the television
Door opens to center interior corridor.
  • Total Approx. Size: 135 sq. ft.
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Inside Stateroom, IF-Triple Inside Inside Stateroom (IF-Triple)
These staterooms include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.
Inside staterooms feature two lower beds that can be converted to queen-size, lighted recess above bed, 26-inch flat screen television, vanity area with shelves and lots of storage space, full-size closet, and a recessed nook under the television
Door opens to center interior corridor.
  • Total Approx. Size: 135 sq. ft.
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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.

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