Direct Primary Care and Integrative Medicine & Mental Health and Addiction Medicine
7-Night Western Caribbean & CocoCay Cruise
Round-trip Miami, Florida
December 21 - 28, 2024
Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas
16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 16 ACPE Credits 6.0 Hours of Pharmacology for Nurse Practitioners 16.0 Contact Hours
Course Fees
$995 for Physicians, Attorneys, Psychologists, Doctors of Pharmacy, & Dentists $795 for Physician Assistants $595 for Nurses, Residents, Students & Others
This activity provides 4 hours toward the MATE Act Requirement
Direct Primary Care- an overview
Define Direct Primary Care (DPC)
Compare DPC to other medical practices
Identify key components of DPC office
Analyze the benefits of DPC for both the physician and the patient
Dispensing Wholesale Medications
Identify Resources for ordering wholesale medications
Compare state regulation on physicians dispensing
Analyze price differences from retail versus wholesale and brand versus generic
Illustrate the benefits to physician and patient from dispensing from office
Self Pay Imaging and Wholesale Laboratory Studies
Make patient centered decisions about imaging and labs outside insurance requirements
Consider cost when formulating work ups for symptoms
Identify resources for self pay imaging and wholesale laboratory studies
Analyze the differences in insurance billing versus self pay prices
Analyze the benefits of using self pay and wholesale pricing for physicians and patients
Opening a membership based practice
Identify the process to opening a small business
Identify resources in teh community for supporting you while opening small business
Analyze key factors to a successful small business- name, location, online presence, community involvement, community education
Illustrate a knowledge of the variety of ways a DPC can operate, look, services offered
Analyze the benefit and harm in having an employee
Identify the key components of a small business- license, tax, LLC, accounting, and lab registration
Motivation Interviewing for lifestyle changes
Define Motivational Interviewing
Identify Lifestyle changes that positively impact health
Identify aspects of motivation
Illustrate a variety of questioning styles
Mindbody Medicine- an overview
Define Mindbody medicine
Identify stress response
Identify relaxation response
Analyze the use of Mindfulness in practice
Illustrate how community resources and healing practitioners can be used along with medical professionals in patient care
Using Social Media to Build a Patient Community
Identify the components of social media
Compa the different social media platforms
Illustrate how to engage the community
Identify key parts of a social media and online presence
Integrative Medicine- an overview
Define Integrative medicine
Analyze benefits or harms of a variety of healing modalities- yoga, massage, exercise, nutrition, psychology, OMT/Chiropractic care, supplements, music/sound therapy, nature therapy
Depressive Disorders
Identify specified subtypes of clinical depression, appraise the differential diagnosis as well as related risk and determine appropriate treatment options
Bipolar Spectrum Disorders
Cite the epidemiology and subtypes of bipolar illness, weigh distinguishing clinical features, and identify potential risks as well as benefits of effective treatments
Anxiety & Related Disorders
Describe the features of anxiety and trauma related disorders and evaluate the various roles of potential interventions
ADHD in Adults
Discuss the clinical features of ADHD in adult as well as the various psychotropic medications & formulations utilized for safe & effective treatment
Screening & Intervention for Substance Use Disorders (SUDs)
Utilize an integrated systematic approach to assess & intervene with regard to SUDs in primary care settings
A Primer on Addiction Psychopharmacology for Primary Care
Know how to effectively utilize evidence-based medication interventions for the management of SUDs & addiction
The Opioid Crisis: Practicing with a Risk Management Mindset
Describe factors contributing to the opioid crisis & know approaches to safe prescribing for opioids with a focus proper risk management considerations
Managing Chronic Pain & Addiction
Identify collaborative approaches for comprehensive pain evaluation & management in the context of substance addiction including effective non-opioid treatment options for long-term pain management
Conference Sessions generally take place on days at sea (as itinerary allows), giving you plenty of time to enjoy your meals, evenings and ports of call with your companion, family and friends.
IMPORTANT NOTE: All conferees, their families, and guests must book their cruise within the University at Sea® meeting group through University at Sea® at 800-926-3775 or by registering online. This ensures our company can provide conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Thank you for your cooperation.
Faculty
Karl Gregory Sieg, MD, FAPA, MRO
Medical Director of Behavioral Health
Professor of Psychiatry
University of Central Florida College of Medicine
Orlando, Florida
Dr. Sieg received his medical degree and completed his residencies at the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He is currently board certified in Addiction Psychiatry, Adult Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry.
He is also a board-certified Medical Review Officer. Serving as Medical Director of Behavioral Health, Dr. Sieg has over 35 years of experience in practice having worked in a variety of settings including outpatient, community mental health & managed care as well as private, public & state psychiatric hospitals and addiction treatment programs. He has authored numerous scientific articles and also had past involvement in clinical psychopharmacology research.
Dr. Sieg maintains memberships with the American Psychiatric Association, the Florida Psychiatric Association, the American Academy of Psychiatry & the Law, and the American Medical Association. He currently practices and resides in the Orlando, Florida metropolitan area.
Erica B. Young, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine
Mercer University School of Medicine
Macon, GA
Owner/Physician
Direct Relief Primary Care, LLC
Savannah, GA
Our staff can assist you with all your travel arrangements.
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.
Cruise Itinerary
DATE
PORT OF CALL
ARRIVE
DEPART
Sat Dec 21
Miami, Florida
-
4:30 pm
Sun Dec 22
*At Sea - Cruising
-
-
Mon Dec 23
Roatan, Honduras
8:00 am
5:00 pm
Tue Dec 24
Costa Maya, Mexico
8:00 am
6:00 pm
Wed Dec 25
Cozumel, Mexico
7:00 am
6:00 pm
Thu Dec 26
*At Sea - Cruising
-
-
Fri Dec 27
Coco Cay, Bahamas
7:00 am
5:00 pm
Sat Dec 28
Miami, Florida
6:00 am
-
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
Ports of Call
Miami, Florida - As far as vacation destinations go, Miami tops most sun-seekers’ lists. With its gorgeous beaches, vibrant neighborhoods and melting pot of cultures, the Magic City is the perfect place to spend a few days before your Caribbean island hop. Ahead of your cruise from Miami, jump-start your morning in true Miami style with a Cuban cafecito from a ventanita — a streetside shop window. Then climb the historic lighthouse at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park on quiet Key Biscayne before lounging on the island’s secluded sandy shores. If you’re looking for a bit more action, head to South Beach — home to world-class restaurants, nightlife, shopping and lively beaches, all set against snap-worthy Art Deco buildings. Art lovers who visit Miami can head to Wynwood and explore the neighborhood’s colorful street murals and local galleries. Or take a trip back in time at the Renaissance-style Vizcaya estate, which offers a glimpse into Miami’s dazzling past.
At Sea - Cruising - Cruising
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.
Costa Maya, Mexico - Exploring the dense tropical vegetation and wide sandy bays of the Costa Maya, it's easy to imagine the days when sacrifice and slavery, rite and ritual were rampant in the Mayan culture. Even today, the countless ruins of temple walls, stairs and secret pathways exude magic and mystery. And when your archaeology lesson is complete, glorious stretches of coral sand may inspire you to build your own empire-of sand castles, of course!
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.
Coco Cay, Bahamas - Located in the middle of the Caribbean's bright blue water lies the secluded island of CocoCay. With its white-sand beaches and spectacular surroundings, CocoCay is a wonderland of adventure. Reserved exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests, this tropical paradise has recently been updated with new aquatic facilities, nature trails and a ton of great places to just sit back, relax and enjoy a tropical drink.
CocoCay Map
Our staff can assist you with all your travel arrangements.
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.
