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
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Topics in Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology and Pediatric Gastroenterology
7-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise Conference
Round-trip San Juan, Puerto Rico
December 09 - 16, 2018
Round-trip San Juan, Puerto Rico
December 09 - 16, 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
- Celiac disease
- Recognize presenting symptoms of celiac disease.
- List conditions associated with increased risk of celiac disease.
- Describe diagnostic process for celiac disease.
- Identify benefits of gluten free diet in celiac disease.
- Liver profile
- Describe presenting symptoms in pediatric liver disease.
- Classify symptoms into pathophysiological groups.
- List differential diagnosis for main pathophysiologic group
- Genetic and metabolic liver disease
- List the most common genetic and metabolic liver disorders.
- Summarize available therapeutic options.
- Autoimmune liver disease
- List the most common autoimmune liver diseases.
- Integrate screening and evaluation of autoimmune liver disease into primary practice
- Gastrointestinal emergencies
- Apply systematic approach to the evaluation of gastrointestinal emergencies.
- Pediatric Constipation
- Apply systematic approach to diagnosis of pediatric constipation.
- Develop office based strategy for medical and behavioral treatment of constipation.
- Gastroesophageal reflux
- Apply systematic approach to diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux.
- Develop office based strategy for medical and behavioral management of reflux.
- Blue baby - Diagnosis and management
- Exclude common and generally benign causes of cyanosis in the newborn
- Consider and confidently diagnose cyanotic heart disease allowing for timely intervention and better outcomes.
- The Vomiting Baby
- This session hopes to bring together the common and uncommon causes of vomiting in the young baby thereby allowing for recognition of those more serious cases warranting admission, and/or medical or surgical intervention.
- The Crying Infant - Infant Distress syndrome
- While all babies cry, those that continuously do so present to the clinical for diagnosis and effective management. The session will highlight the not uncommon causes that may be simply dealt with. It will also describe the complexity of the problem and its management especially if simple interventions have been carried out but with little improvement.
- The Recognition of the "Very" Sick Child
- Upon completion of the session participants hopefully will be able to recognise the very sick child and to institute appropriate and immediate treatment to ensure the best outcome.
- Communicating with your Patients - A Paediatric Perspective
- This interactive session will allow participants to reflect on their own practice with the aim of achieving a therapeutic interview as described by Winnicott.
- Paediatric Cardiology - An Overview
Part 1. Acquired Heart Disease
Part 2. Congenital Heart Diseas- Following this presentation, participants should have an overall understanding of pediatric cardiology, recognise gaps in their knowledge and be more confident in making appropriate referrals.
- Recognising Heart Disease in Childhood - where there is little or no murmurs - Traps the Clinicians may wish to avoid
- The question and answer session hopefully will alert participants to recognise the not so obvious but yet significant heart disease in childhood to allow for timely referral and treatment.
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
Samuel Menahem, MB, BS, MD, MEd (Melb), MPM (Mon), FRACP, FACC, FCSANZ
Professorial Associate, Murdoch Children's Institute, University of Melbourne
Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
Fellow of the American College of Cardiology
Fellow of the Cardiac Society of Australia & New Zealand
Professor Samuel Menahem from Melbourne, Australia is a Consultant Paediatrician with extensive experience in General Paediatrics and Neonatology. In addition he has researched and published widely on the interface of Child Psychiatry and Paediatrics and has trained as a Child Psychotherapist. He has a subspecialty of Paediatric Cardiology extending from the foetus to the adult with congenital heart disease.
He has held Consultant appointments at the Royal Children's Hospital both as a Physician and Cardiologist, and at Monash Medical Centre as a Consultant Paediatrician and Paediatric Cardiologist. He has previously headed the General Paediatric Unit and the Paediatric Cardiology Unit and was Foundation Co-Director of the Foetal Cardiac Unit at the latter institution. He continues to hold consultant appointments as a Paediatrician and Cardiologist.
Professor Menahem has an illustrious academic career. He graduated as top of his year from the University of Melbourne and subsequently successfully completed 4 research degrees. He gained his specialist qualification to the Royal Australasian College of Physicians after completing his residency. His Membership was subsequently elevated to a Fellowship of that College. He also is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand.
He continues to teach and mentor students and graduates. He has also been a Visiting Professor and/or Examiner to institutions overseas and has presented and lectured at National and International Meetings. He continues to be active especially in clinical research and has an extensive publication list.
Professor Menahem now spends most of his time in private consultant practice and continues to conduct teaching clinics in rural Victoria. Many of his patients have stayed with him since infancy into adult life including a number of women with congenital heart disease who he has successfully cared for during their pregnancies. His utilizes a holistic approach in all his consultations.
Grzegorz W. Telega, MD, MBA
Professor of Pediatrics
Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Medical Director
Pediatric Liver Disease and Liver Transplant Program
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Dr Telega developed one of the most successful pediatric liver disease and liver transplant program in the country. He published scientific articles with the intention to influence the clinical medicine. Work on utility of percutaneous cholangiography affected diagnostic work up of biliary atresia.
Dr Telega developed standards liver/kidney transplant in polycystic liver kidney disease. He participated in the international project analyzing approaches of primary care providers to outpatient management of obesity, participated in the study evaluating utility of ultra-sonographic measurement of epicardial fat in management of obesity and metabolic syndrome.
He performed large scale epidemiological study on prevalence of type 2 diabetes. His projects stem from the questions facing physician scientist in clinical practice and help to provide more effective and more cost-efficient care.
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 Dec 09 | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
- | 8:30 pm |
| Mon Dec 10 | *At Sea - Cruising |
- | - |
| Tue Dec 11 | Willemstad, Curacao |
8:00 am | 8:00 pm |
| Wed Dec 12 | Oranjestad, Aruba |
7:00 am | 11:00 pm |
| Thu Dec 13 | Kralendijk (Bonaire), Antilles |
8:00 am | 6:00 pm |
| Fri Dec 14 | *At Sea - Cruising |
- | - |
| Sat Dec 15 | Philipsburg, St. Maarten |
8:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Sun Dec 16 | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
6:00 am | - |
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
Ports of Call
San Juan, Puerto Rico - In days of yore, the waters near Puerto Rico teemed with pirate ships commanded by the likes of Sir Francis Drake. Aye, they are long gone, but in their wake they have left an island of national treasures: La Casa Blanca, built in 1501 for the island's first governor, Ponce de Leon; the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan; the tropical rain forests of El Yunque.
At Sea - Cruising - Cruising
Willemstad, Curacao - Curaçao is a treasure trove of cultural attractions, rich history, and natural scenery — from desert landscapes and rugged cliffs to 38 spectacular, and mostly secluded, beaches. Sint Anna Bay separates the two sides of the capital of Willemstad. Punda, the original settlement, is a tidy grid filled with shops and unique markets, restaurants and open-air cafes. Not to mention the famous tropicalized Dutch architecture in vibrant hues. Otrobanda (literally, “the other side”) is a maze of narrow streets and even narrower alleyways. And at only 40 miles long, a wide variety of island adventures are within easy reach during your Curaçao cruise.
Oranjestad, Aruba - A Dutch jewel with a tropical touch. In Oranjestad, Aruba's capital, explore the colorful floating market and Nassaustraat, brimming with quaint shops. Head for the beach where water sports abound: snorkeling, rides on glass bottom boats and submarines. Or venture into the countryside to see the haunts of the huge green parakeet, the unique rock gardens of Casi Bari, the curious divi divi tree, forever bending in the tradewind breezes.
Kralendijk (Bonaire), Antilles - Kralendijk is the sleepy capital of Bonaire, an island in the Dutch Antilles. Kralendijk is lined with delightfully pastel stucco houses, in pinks, oranges and lime greens. Famous for its diving - the island is surrounded by a Marine Park - Bonaire also offers such treats as flamingos, hiking and the only barefoot casino in the Caribbean.
Philipsburg, St. Maarten - The capital of the Dutch side of St. Maarten is the town of Philipsburg, though St. Maarten is an island with two distinct sides. To the north is the French side, whose capital is Marigot, while Philipsburg sits on the southern part of the island. When exploring on cruises that go to St. Maarten, it’s important to visit both sides to understand their customs and heritage.
You’ll quickly be charmed by all sides of the island. Of course, this Caribbean island is best known for its beaches, like Maho Beach or Great Bay Beach, one of the area’s best snorkeling spots. Sample local seafood or rum during your time in port, which have become symbols of St. Maarten life. There’s just enough to fill the day here, especially if you hop between the French and Dutch beaches.
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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