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Cruise Conference Planning For Your Association

Topics in Critical Care, and Hospital Medicine

7-Night Western Caribbean & Coco Cay Cruise
Round-trip Miami, Florida
February 12 - 19, 2023
Royal Caribbean's <em>Oasis of the Seas</em>
Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas
16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
16 ACPE Credits
16 (part II) MOC points in medical knowledge in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program
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

Target Audience
Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists
Program Purpose / Objectives
Healthcare professionals everywhere face growing pressures from the ever-increasing complexity of clinical medicine. In addition, we are being held accountable for the efficiency and effectiveness of our respective health services systems and for the measured satisfaction of our patients. These system demands can sum to staggering personal and professional pressures.

This lecture series will summarize some of the key forces that are driving the changes that we are all experiencing. We'll discover ways to improve our own practices to achieve better outcomes. We'll also discern and analyze the underpinnings of high-functioning teams and effective leadership.

Topics:
  1. Targeted Temperature Management Post Cardiac Arrest
    • Provide a clear understanding of available data and facilitate clinicians' individual, but evidence informed, decisions about optimal post cardiac arrest management strategies
  2. Neuroprognostication post-Targeted Temperature Management
    • Inform clinicians of the best available evidence for discerning survivors of cardiac arrest with a reasonable chance of meaningful neurological outcome
  3. Management of Massive and Submassive Pulmonary Embolism"
    • Discuss current evidence and recommendations will inform and assist clinicians in the management of these highly challenging scenarios
  4. Pain, Agitation/Sedation, Delirium, Immobility and Disrupted Sleep (PADIS) Guidelines"
    • Care for patients with pain, agitation, and delirium to as great an extent as possible while avoiding harmful, or potentially harmful interventions
  5. Common‐ish Clinical Emergencies in Hospital Medicine
    • Develop a deeper understanding of some key emergency situations and to provide an update on less common emergencies
  6. Complications and Unintended Consequences of Critical Care Management
    • Discuss the latest evidence and recommendations to help avoid harming hospitalized and ICU patients
  7. Surviving Sepsis Campaign: 2023 Guidelines Update
    • Discuss key topics and developments in sepsis and provide clinicians with the tools to manage these dangerously sick patients according to the latest recommendations
  8. Acute Ischaemic Stroke Update
    • Discuss the most up-to-date recommendations on stroke management
  9. Acute Coronary Syndromes and Complications"
    • Discuss the underpinnings of the evidence base for the management of ACS
    • Be familiar with the evolution of our knowledge and understanding of our current recommended strategies for managing ACS and some of the worst complications
  10. MAiD in Ontario: Update on Medical Assistance in Dying in Canada and Ontario
    • Develop awareness that the demand is growing in Canada and elsewhere, including the US for Medical Assistance in Dying
    • Explain the political, social, and medical forces that have led us to where we are now and why we all should care
  11. Leadership: How to Win Over Colleagues and Influence Management
    • Explore basic concepts in leadership, influence and impact, and how to navigate leadership roles so as to achieve individual and broader goals
  12. Diagnostic Error: Rates, Roots, and Remedies
    • Discuss the the magnitude and nature of Diagnostic Errors
    • Promote several possible remedies and prevention strategies
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

Barry Nathanson, BA, MD, MHCM, FRCPC, FACP

Barry Nathanson, BA, MD, MHCM, FRCPC, FACP
Chief of Staff
Stevenson Memorial Hospital
Alliston, Ontario, Canada

Medical Director, Critical Care Services
Southlake Regional Health Centre
Newmarket, Ontario

Adjunct Lecturer
Faculty of Medicine
University of Toronto

Board Member
Physician Payment and Review Board
Ontario Medical Association and The Ministry of Health and Long Term Care

President and CEO
True North Health Care Consulting Inc. Dr. Nathanson graduated from the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine where he also completed his internal medicine training. He began practising internal medicine and critical care medicine in 1995 at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, Ontario. In 2010 he completed a Master of Science degree in Health Care Management at the Harvard Graduate School of Public Health.

Dr. Nathanson has served in a variety of administrative roles: Medical Director of the inpatient Palliative Care Unit; founding Director the Heart Function Program; President of the Medical Staff Association; Chair of the Clinical Quality and Resource Utilization Committee; and Medical Director of Acute Medicine Programs. Dr. Nathanson helped found the Clinical Resource Utilization Management Program and he founded the Southlake Hospitalist Program.

Dr. Nathanson has served on two Ontario provincial health policy task forces on hospital resource utilization. From Jan 2020 to mid-2022, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Nathanson served at Southlake as Medical Director of the Intensive Care Unit and he founded the physician-led Critical Care Outreach Program, he served as Chief of Staff at Stevenson Memorial Hospital in Alliston, Ontario, and he served on local, regional, and provincial pandemic policy advisory panels.

Dr. Nathanson’s many personal interests include travelling, especially on his 2022 Indian Springfield, together with his wife, Genny, all over Ontario, Canada, the US, and beyond!

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
Sun Feb 12 Miami, Florida
- 4:30 pm
Mon Feb 13 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Tue Feb 14 Roatan, Honduras
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Wed Feb 15 Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Thu Feb 16 Cozumel, Mexico
8:00 am 6:00 pm
Fri Feb 17 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Sat Feb 18 Coco Cay, Bahamas
7:00 am 5:00 pm
Sun Feb 19 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.

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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.

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

Perfect Day at CocoCay

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.
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