Topics in Addiction, Women's Mental Health, and Sexual Medicine
7-Night Western Caribbean & Coco Cay Cruise
Round-trip Port Canaveral, Florida
May 14 - 21, 2023
Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas
16 CE Credits for Psychologists 16 ASWB ACE Credits 16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 16 ACPE Credits 12.0 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
Target Audience
Psychologists, Social WorkersPhysicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists
Program Purpose / Objectives
The lectures presented at this activity will provide the attendee with a thorough update of knowledge and appreciation in mental health in women and people with substance abuse disorders and addiction. Participants will leave this activity to with new skills and strategies to diagnose and treat these conditions using a team based approach
Eating Disorders
Diagnose eating disorders & understand biopsychosocial approaches for these conditions
Know how to diagnose key eating disorders as well as ways a primary care provider can begin treatment for such conditions leading to comprehensive intervention
Suicide & Risk Assessment
Adequate knowledge about suicide and related risks
Conduct a clinical assessment of suicide risk and initiate appropriate management to appropriately mitigate clinical risk concerns
Violence & Risk Assessment
Adequate knowledge about violence and its related risks
Conduct a clinical assessment of violence risk and initiate appropriate management to appropriately mitigate clinical risk concerns
Initial Screening & Intervention for Substance Use Disorders (SUDs)
Apply an evidence-based approach to substance abuse disorders
Utilize an integrated systematic approach to assess & intervene with regard to SUDs in primary care settings
The Opioid Crisis: Practicing with a Risk Management Mindset
Appreciate the need for understanding patient & medication related factors increasing the risk for opioid overdose
Describe factors contributing to the opioid crisis & know approaches to safe prescribing for opioids with a focus proper risk management considerations
A Primer on Addiction Psychopharmacology for Primary Care
Appreciate current formulations regarding the nature of addiction & available medical interventions
Utilize evidence-based medication interventions for the management of SUDs & addiction
Managing Chronic Pain & Addiction
Identify Risk factors for chronic pain & psychiatric co-morbidity
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
Novel & Emerging Substances of Abuse
Appreciate the dangers of novel & newer substances of abuse
Define & recognize the spectrum of newer, synthetic substances of abuse & cite the clinical features of intoxication & withdrawal with novel drugs
Reproductive Psychiatry: 2023 Update and Overview
Describe key parameters of the field Reproductive Psychiatry in 2023 and why it is relevant today
Define the role of Neuroactive Steroids (NAS) in both the etiology and the treatment of psychiatric conditions in the female patient
Depression Across the Female Reproductive Cycle 1: Focus on PMDD, PME and Menopause
Identify the hormonal effect on depression in the non pregnant female
Describe diagnostic criteria for PMDD and hormonal and non hormonal interventions
Depression Across the Female Reproductive Cycle 2: Focus on Perinatal Depression
Recognize unique features to consider in the diagnosis and treatment of perinatal depression
Identify and become comfortable using with at least three screening tools for PMADs
List several biopsychosocial risk factors for PMADs
Beyond Postpartum Depression: Diagnosis and Treatment of Perinatal Anxiety Disorders
Identify which anxiety disorders most commonly present in the perinatal period
Describe the role of estrogen, progesterone and oxytocin in the etiology of these disorders
Bipolar Disorder in Women: Meeting the Challenge 1: Managing Bipolar Disorder in the non-pregnant female patient
Describe evidence-based management of bipolar disorder in women
Identify how hormonal treatment may impact course of disorder as well as treatment options
Bipolar Disorder in Women 2: Meeting the Challenge 2: Managing Bipolar Disorder during Pregnancy and Postpartum
Describe options for treatment of bipolar disorder during pregnant and postpartum to optimize safety of mother and infant
Discuss with your patient the risk/benefit ratio of the use of psychotropics during the perinatal period
Diagnose sexual dysfunction in females (FSD) using DSM-5 terminology.
Identify common barriers in identification of FSD in clinical settings
Develop a treatment plan for women with FSD
Evidence Based Approaches to Female Patients with Low Libido
Describe 3 behavioral interventions for the female patient with low libido
Describe both hormonal and non hormonal treatments for low libido in females
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
Nicole Harrington Cirino, MD
Reproductive Psychiatrist
Endowed Chair of Reproductive Psychiatry, Maureen Hackett Foundation
Director, Division of Reproductive Psychiatry
Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Baylor College of Medicine/ Texas Children's Hospital
The Women's Place (Reproductive Psychiatry), Texas Children's Pavilion for Women
Dr. Nicole Cirino is a Reproductive Psychiatrist (Board Certified MD physician) and Senior Faculty member in both the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and in the Department of Psychiatry at Baylor College of Medicine/ Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, Texas. She the Division Director of the Division of Reproductive Psychiatry, which is one of the leading programs in the field nationally and is housed within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Texas Childrens Medical Center in the Women's Pavillion.
She was fellowship trained in Reproductive Psychiatry at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine where she also completed her Psychiatry Residency. Reproductive Psychiatry is a specialty area of Psychiatry that focuses exclusively on the treatment of women across the reproductive life cycle. She teaches topics including Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Menopause and Mood Disorders, and Female Sexual Medicine to medical students, residents, fellows and practicing clinicians internationally. Besides psychotropic and hormonal interventions she is also skilled in Interpersonal Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sex Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as well as other evidence based behavioral interventions.
Dr. Cirino is also a specialist in Female Sexual Medicine. She is a Certified Sex Therapist through the governing body American Association of Sexual Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). She is also an International Fellow with the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH).
Dr. Cirino's research interests involve medical and behavioral therapy interventions for perinatal mental health conditions and female sexual dysfunction. She recently moved to Houston, Texas from Portland, Oregon and is married with three children. Traveling with family and friends and teaching are her greatest passions.
Jonathan Betlinski, MD
Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Oregon Health & Sciences University
Jonathan Betlinski, M.D., is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Oregon Health & Science University, where he also gets to be the Public Psychiatry Director. Among other projects, he serves as Medical Director for the Oregon Psychiatric Access Line about Adults, as Clinical Advisor to the Oregon ECHO Network, as Program Committee Chair for the Oregon Psychiatric Physicians Association, and as Principal Investigator for the HEAL-OR study. Dr. Betlinski believes in the power of family, community, relationship, diverse perspectives, multi-disciplinary approaches, theater, being outdoors, a good night's sleep, and leaving the world better for having spent time in it.
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 May 14
Port Canaveral, Florida
-
4:30 pm
Mon May 15
Coco Cay, Bahamas
7:00 am
5:00 pm
Tue May 16
*At Sea - Cruising
-
-
Wed May 17
Cozumel, Mexico
7:00 am
6:00 pm
Thu May 18
Roatan, Honduras
8:00 am
5:00 pm
Fri May 19
Costa Maya, Mexico
7:00 am
3:00 pm
Sat May 20
*At Sea - Cruising
-
-
Sun May 21
Port Canaveral, Florida
6:00 am
-
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
Ports of Call
Port Canaveral, Florida - As the home of Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral is the launching point for all-out adventure in Central Florida. Its beaches offer a mix of family-friendly shores and secluded swaths of sand. And with Orlando’s theme park sprawl only an hour away, you can easily mingle with your favorite characters. Beyond the parks lie equally amusing gems packed with Old Florida character. Kayak past manatees in the Banana River Lagoon and zip line above alligators at Brevard Zoo. Discover notable art museums and Park Avenue’s ritzy charm. Orlando cruises give you access to trace the region’s roots at the Orange County Regional History Museum.
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
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.
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!
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.