Update in Family Medicine and Mental Health from Childhood through Adulthood
7-Night Alaska Glacier Cruise
Round-trip Seattle, Washington
June 12 - 19, 2023
Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas
16 CE Credits for Psychologists 16 ASWB ACE Credits 16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 16 ACPE Credits 16.0 (part II) MOC points in medical knowledge in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program 16.0 MOC (Part II) points in the American Board of Pediatrics' (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program 3.5 Hours of Pharmacology for Nurse Practitioners 16.0 Contact Hours
Course Fees
$995 for Physicians, Attorneys, Psychologists, Doctors of Pharmacy, & Dentists $750 for Physician Assistants $595 for Nurses, Residents, Students & Others
Target Audience
Psychologists, Social WorkersPhysicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, PharmacistsPediatricians
Program Purpose / Objectives
Participants will learn from the latest guidelines and the speakers experience how to address common and not so common illnesses. The learner will have an expanded awareness of considerations which they may care to implement in the care of the patient.
Topics:
A Brief Look at the History of Medicine: Can the Dead Teach the Living?
Discover that challenges we currently face today are not so new.
Identify competent and compassionate approach to challenging clinical scenarios
Dermatologic Emergencies and Urgencies
Better Identify patients with life threatening skin disorders
Diagnostic Dilemmas: What Does This Patient Have? Case Files
Diagnose those with protean symptoms or signs, with an emphasis on life threatening, catastrophic disorders
"Serenity Now": Caring for Addicts and their Families
Recognize opportunities to intervene in helping patients and their families who suffer from addiction
The Latest UTI Guidelines - What's New?
Diagnose and treat those with urinary tract infections
Office Evaluation of Abdominal Pain
Interpret the subtle symptoms and signs of serious abdominal pain
The Secret in the Care of the Patient - Without Getting "Your Hands Cut Off"
Discover how to avoid malpractice by choosing good practices which will be clearly identified using concrete examples
Healthcare Stories
Appreciate the privilege inherent in caring for our patients and how it strengthens feelings of self-worth and joy
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Gain a better understanding on the use of TMS and its application in the treatment of depression
Pharmacogenomics
Understand the impact of genetics on drug response and its role in pharmacologic management of patients
Explore specific important pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic genetic variations in Psychiatry
Updates on the treatment of ADHD
Describe the History, Etiology and Pathophysiology
of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Describe the diagnosis and components of
ADHD
Define the important changes in diagnostic criteria for ASD in DSM-V
Identify medication with empirical support for treatment of ADHD
Identify non pharmacologic and alternative/complimentary treatments as well as other treatment modalities for ADHD
Autism: current understandings and treatment
Describe the History, Etiology and Pathophysiology of Autism Spectrum Disorders
Define the diagnosis and components of ASD
Define the important changes in diagnostic criteria for ASD in DSM-V
Identify medication with empirical support for treatment of ASD
Identify non pharmacologic and alternative/complimentary treatments as well as other treatment modalities for ASD
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
Gil Lichtshein, MD, FAPA
Courtesy Assistant Professor of Psychiatry
University of Florida School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry, Gainesville, FL
Voluntary Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry, Miami, FL
Affiliate Clinical Assistant Professor of Clinical Biomedical Sciences
Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL
Dr. Gil Lichtshein is Board Certified in General and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and is a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
His clinical practice in Boca Raton, FL specializes in a variety of disorders including mood disorders, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Autism Spectrum Disorders and attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD). He also performs forensic evaluations which involves psychiatry and the law.
He also is also a TMS and Esketamine practitioner. TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is a non-pharmacological, non-invasive form of neuromodulation which uses highly focused, MRI-strength alternating magnetic pulses to target the brain in those areas where under-activity or dysfunction is linked to depression or other neuropsychiatric disorders. Esketamine is the only FDA-approved nasal spray for treatment resistant depression and is an NMDA receptor antagonist that is believed to work differently by acting on a pathway in the brain that affects glutamate.
He also in on faculty at the Florida Atlantic University Charles E Schmidt College of Medicine and teaches a Foundation of Medicine course to first and second year medical students which teaches students the skills in performing history and physical exam on patients.
Richard Colgan, MD
Professor and Executive Vice Chair
Department of Family and Community Medicine
University of Maryalnd School of Medicine
Director Maryland Area Health Education Center
Director Executive Health
Dr. Colgan’s career has been marked by a number of significant leadership initiatives and awards for teaching excellence, many coinciding with his 20-year tenure at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. As a professor of family and community medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, he also serves as executive vice chairman. Dr. Colgan has served as lead investigator on many research projects, including the Medical Student Experience with Primary Care Physicians, the Patient Centered Medical Home, and Care for the Underserved in Maryland, funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration. He has authored more than eighty publications.
Dr. Colgan has been listed in Best Doctors in America, was chosen by the School of Medicine’s student body as its nominee for the Association of American Medical Colleges’ annual humanism award, and was inducted into the school’s Humanism Honor Society as well as Alpha Omega Alpha. In 2008, he was awarded the American Medical Student Association’s Golden Apple clinical faculty teaching award by the University of Maryland School of Medicine class of 2008.
Dr. Colgan is a colonel in the Maryland Defense Force, serving the state of Maryland as a volunteer physician in the 10th Medical Regiment. He is the author of two books: Advice to the Young Physician: On the Art of Medicine and Advice to the Healer: On the Art of Caring, both published by Springer. He was recently selected to direct the Maryland Area Health Education Center, the School of Medicine’s “Mini-Med School” and “Mini-Med School for Kids” programs, providing medical information to members of the local community. He also is the Director of the School of Medicine’s Executive Health Program.
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
Mon Jun 12
Seattle, Washington
-
4:00 pm
Tue Jun 13
*At Sea - Cruising
-
-
Wed Jun 14
Ketchikan, Alaska
8:00 am
4:00 pm
Thu Jun 15
Sitka, Alaska
7:00 am
5:00 pm
Fri Jun 16
Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier
5:00 am
10:00 am
Fri Jun 16
Juneau, Alaska
1:00 pm
9:00 pm
Sat Jun 17
*At Sea - Cruising
-
-
Sun Jun 18
Victoria, British Columbia
5:00 pm
10:00 pm
Mon Jun 19
Seattle, Washington
7:00 am
-
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
Ports of Call
Seattle, Washington - Sailing out on a cruise from Seattle? Make sure you spend a few a days in the beautiful Emerald City. If you’re a nature lover, this jewel in the Pacific Northwest is the perfect place for you to explore ahead of your cruise vacation. Though it offers plenty of metropolitan delights — think great restaurants, bars, a ton of shopping and lots (and lots) of hip coffee shops — Seattle is a big city with a wild, great-outdoors soul. It’s surrounded by ancient forests, sprawling public parks and, of course, the misty Puget Sound, where you can slow-moving tugboats, sleek kayaks and the occasional pod of whales. Head to Discovery Park for beautiful views of the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges or visit the Olympic Sculpture Park near Elliott Bay. And if you’re craving a drink and a tasty bite to eat, head to one of Seattle’s many rooftop bars and take advantage of those extra-long northern summer days while you sip local brews and expertly crafted cocktails.
At Sea - Cruising - Cruising
Ketchikan, Alaska - Ketchikan sits at the southern end of Alaska’s Inside Passage— a gateway to the wild landscapes and seascapes of Misty Fjords National Monument. The canned salmon capital of the world, it’s a hub for fishing and outdoor sports. It’s also home to three tribes of Northwest Coast Native Americans, making it a great place to get a taste for the local culture. You’ll see it in the colorful, hand-carved totems that line the city’s streets and parks, and in the unique stilted homes that cling to Deer Mountain’s slopes. If you want to get up close and personal with nature, venture into the Tongass National Forest, the largest in the United States. Or head to Ketchikan Creek Waterfall for amazing views of downtown Ketchikan and a glimpse at the yearly salmon runs.
Sitka, Alaska - Sitka truly offers the best of Alaska. Its small-town appeal stems from a unique blend of Russian, Tlingit and American history. Its snow-capped peaks and volcanic Mount Edgecumbe pose among the state’s most postcard-worthy scenes. And its rare wildlife astounds, from Saint Lazaria Island’s orange-beaked puffins to Alaska Maritime Refuge’s 40 million seabirds. This is off-the-path Alaska, where you can kayak Sitka Sound alongside swimming sea otters or fly-fish for the world’s biggest halibut. Whether it’s hiking Baranof Island trails or listening to tribal stories passed down for generations, in Sitka the midnight sun never sets on adventure.
Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier - One of Alaska's lesser-known gems, Endicott Arm Fjord marks the southern edge of Fords Terror Wilderness area. As you drift through its 30 -mile-long stretch, you can't help but be awed by the sorrounding granite cliffs, mountain valleys and dozens of gushing waterfalls. Drifting icebergs, deep blue waters and a spectacular tidewater glacier only add to this natural spectacle's appeal.
Victoria, British Columbia - Though Toronto and Vancouver are the more famous Canadian destinations, it’s high time for the sophisticated and beautiful city of Victoria, British Columbia (BC) to have its big moment. The quaint charm and English manners of Victoria will take you back in time to the days of British occupation in the 19th century. Victoria is known as “the garden city” for its lushness and its commitment to keeping the city beautiful. Head to Butchart Garden or Beacon Hill Park to enjoy nature during your time in port.
Of course, a little history lesson is another must while on a cruise to Victoria, BC. Tour the expertly maintained Craigdarroch Castle and the Parliament Buildings, or stop in the Royal BC Museum, a natural history museum dedicated to the history of human settlement in the region. There’s also the Emily Carr House, a museum dedicated to the life and works of the famous painter, Emily Carr. Victoria exudes an intellectualism where art galleries and afternoon tea await you, but so do long bicycle rides along the seafront. Stylish cafes and restaurants are modernizing the city, all while maintaining its signature look: something straight out of a postcard.
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.
