14 ACPE Credits
14.0 MOC (Part II) points in the American Board of Pediatrics' (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program
14.0 Contact Hours
Course Fees
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Saturday
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Topics in Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise Conference
Round-trip Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
October 07 - 14, 2018
Round-trip Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
October 07 - 14, 2018
14 ACPE Credits
14.0 MOC (Part II) points in the American Board of Pediatrics' (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program
14.0 Contact Hours
Target Audience
Nurses, Nurse PractitionersNurses, Nurse PractitionersPhysicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, PharmacistsPediatricians
Program Purpose / Objectives
Topics:
- Early Peanut Introduction: Translation to Clinical Practice
- Apply updated peanut introduction guidelines in counseling families with infants
- Childhood Hypertension
- Demonstrate an office strategy to accurately measure BP and diagnose hypertension
- Lipid Disorders in Children
- Define the types of dyslipidemia in children
- Update on Meningococcal Disease in Adolescents
- Ascertain a practice approach to current ACIP Men B recommendations
- Approach to Children & Adolescents with Gender Dysphoria
- Define & describe gender dysphorias
- Quality Improvement in Pediatric Practice
- Utilize a quality improvement approach to implementing change and assessing results
- Approach to Transitioning Adolescents and Young Adults
- Define a plan to help families transition their adolescents from pediatric to adult practice
- Chronic abdominal pain in children: A pediatric headache
- Determine the most practical approach to addressing recurrent abdominal pain in children
- Inflammatory bowel disease in children: Not just little adults
- Be able to discuss the various presentations of IBD beyond the gastrointestinal tract
- Liver issues?: When to look for it, how to diagnose it, and what happens then
- Be able to describe the approach to a patient with elevated liver enzymes
- Gastrointestinal foreign bodies
- Be able to apply the correct evaluation approach to patients with suspected foreign bodies.
- Common gastrointestinal problems from diarrhea to constipation
- Be able to explain the pathophysiology of common gastrointestinal problems thus helping with appropriate treatment approaches.
- Gastroesophageal reflux and when or if to treat
- Be able to analyze the correct approach to pediatric patients with possible gastroesophageal reflux.
- Celiac disease: from diagnosis to treatment
- Be able to discuss possible future approaches to the treatment to celiac disease through medications.
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
Vera Hupertz, MD
Vice Chair of Pediatrics, Quality and Patient Safety
Medical Director Transplant Hepatology
Cleveland Clinic Pediatric Institute
Dr. Hupertz was a graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY (1974-1978) and received her BS in Biology. She attended the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, NY and graduated in 1982 with MD. Internship and residency was completed at Rainbow Babies & Children's (RB&C) Hospital, Cleveland, OH by 1985 and Pediatric Gi and Hepatology fellowship by 1988. She maintains 3 board certifications which include: Pediatrics, Pediatric Gastroenterology, and Pediatric Transplant Hepatology.
Vera stayed on as Staff Physician at Rainbow Babies and Hospital and achieved the level of Associate Professor of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University. She was made Medical Director of the Pediatric Liver Transplant Team, and was co-director of the Residency Training Program at RB&C. In addition to the above, I developed a residency curriculum for Chronic Care to be used at Health Hill Hospital (now Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation).
She became a staff physician at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in July of 2000 and currently has a joint appointment with the Department of Transplant Surgery. She is Medical Director of Pediatric Liver Transplantation. She is Vice Chair of Quality Improvement for the Children's Hospital and Pediatric Institute at Cleveland Clinic. Current interests are liver disease (especially neonatal disease) and liver transplantation, as well as inflammatory bowel diseases
David Alan Burke, DO, FAAP
Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Athens, OH
Dr. Burke graduated from Ohio University with Bachelor of Science in 1992, went to Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine and attended Cleveland Clinic Foundation for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine Residency.
He currently works at Cleveland Clinic Children’s and Cleveland Clinic Pediatric Integrative Medicine.
He enjoys hiking, running, camping and medical missions trips.
He is married to Jennifer, who is studying to be a lifestyle coach. They have a 12 year old son.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Oct 07 | Ft. Lauderdale, Florida |
- | 4:30 pm |
| Mon Oct 08 | Nassau, Bahamas |
7:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Tue Oct 09 | *At Sea - Cruising |
- | - |
| Wed Oct 10 | Cozumel, Mexico |
8:00 am | 6:00 pm |
| Thu Oct 11 | Roatan, Honduras |
8:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Fri Oct 12 | Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico |
8:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Sat Oct 13 | *At Sea - Cruising |
- | - |
| Sun Oct 14 | Ft. Lauderdale, Florida |
6:15 am | - |
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
Ports of Call
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida - There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard, or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.
Nassau, Bahamas - Caribbean charm shines in the Bahamian capital, where you’re never more than a few steps away from rhythmic percussions, appetizing flavors, white-sand beaches, and some of the clearest waters in the world. This picture-perfect paradise was once a pirate’s haven— and you can explore its colorful past of buccaneers, blockade-runners and bootleggers along historical streets and at the three colonial fortresses that line the shores. If you’re looking for a more hands-on maritime adventure, look no further. Cruisers to Nassau can swim with stingrays, dive with dolphins, or spot colorful coral on a glass-bottom boat.
At Sea - Cruising - Cruising
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.
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.
Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico - Past meets present in Costa Maya. Cruise to Costa Maya and find ancient Maya ruins and mysterious jungles just begging to be explored, as well as private beach clubs and trendy restaurants— all in one place. It’s 250 square miles of paradise packed with entertainment and history, all just 30 miles south of Cancun. The Great Maya Reef just off the coast is the second largest in the world— it’s a must-snorkel spot. Or you can kick back at the port village of Mahahual with an ice-cold michelada— a spicy beer cocktail— in hand. For a culture fix, head to the Kohunlick ruins to see the famous Temple of the Masks.
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.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
Please note that our shore excursions are operated separately and
independently of those offered by the cruise line.
Please note that our shore excursions are operated separately and
independently of those offered by the cruise line.
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