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Cruise Conference Planning For Your Association

Emergency Medicine, Obesity Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes,and Medical Spanish

7-Night Western Caribbean & CocoCay Cruise
Round-trip Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
April 20 - 27, 2025
Royal Caribbean's <em>Wonder of the Seas</em>
Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas
14.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
14 ACPE Credits
14.0 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
  1. Medical Spanish for Busy Healthcare Professionals
    • Bridge the communication gap often seen with Spanish only speaking patients
    • Pronounce basic greetings in Spanish
    • Use Spanish words for basic parts of the body
    • Identify medical terms used for medical history taking
    • Use key phrases to complete a physical exam in Spanish
  2. Updates in Primary Care Management for Diabetes Mellitus
    • List the categories of pharmaceuticals available for the management of diabetes mellitus
    • Explain the use of the CGM.
    • Describe current technology choices for insulin delivery.
    • Compare existing insulin pumps.
    • Discuss the technology for the artificial pancreas
  3. Don't miss a sweet beat: Understanding Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease
    • Describe the pathophysiological relationship between diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
    • Identify key risk factors that contribute to the development of cardiovascular complications in diabetic patients.
    • Implement evidence-based nursing interventions to manage and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in diabetic patients.
    • Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions in reducing cardiovascular disease risk among diabetic patients through case studies and clinical scenarios.
  4. Obesity Medicine: Should I care that my patient is overweight, obese, or morbidly obese, and can I really do anything about it?
    • Understand the health implications of overweight, obesity, and morbid obesity.
    • Assess the severity of obesity and its related comorbidities.
    • Explore evidence-based approaches to weight management, including lifestyle changes, medications, and surgical options.
    • Learn how to effectively communicate with patients about weight in a compassionate and constructive manner.
    • Develop personalized treatment plans that consider the individual needs and circumstances of each patient.
  5. Obesity Medicine: What do I need to know about weight loss medications and the new trends?
    • Describe the key principles around use of pharmacotherapy for the treatment of overweight and obesity
    • Review treatment goals, efficacy, duration of therapy and off label use
    • Review some of the evidence behind use of the newer anti-obesity medications
    • Learn how to prescribe GLP1 medications for obesity.
    • Apply strategies to mitigate side effects and increase tolerability.
    • Implement potential solutions to accessibility issues due to cost, coverage, or shortages.
  6. Office Based Wound Care: What's wrong with wet-to-dry dressings?
    • Describe the basic structure and function of the skin.
    • Describe the normal stages of wound healing.
    • Describe the impact of comorbidities on wound development and closure.
    • Assess and measure wounds, including venous, arterial, diabetic/neuropathic, and pressure injuries.
    • Describe wound product categories.
    • Describe effective debridement techniques
    • Know when to use ancillary devices and services
  7. Diabetes: Wounds, blood flow and limb loss.
    • Understand the underlying causes and risk factors of diabetic wounds.
    • Develop proficiency in assessing blood flow and vascular health.
    • Apply evidence-based strategies for wound management and prevention.
    • Recognize early signs of complications to prevent amputations.
    • Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary care team.
  8. Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy: Real therapy or just for rich and famous?
    • Understand the physiological mechanisms of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.
    • Evaluate the clinical evidence supporting the use of HBOT in various conditions.
    • Analyze the ethical and socioeconomic considerations of HBOT accessibility.
    • Distinguish between scientifically supported uses of HBOT and unproven claims.
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

Tracey B. Long, PhD, APRN-BC, RN, MS, MSN, CDE, CNE, CHUC, COI, CCRN

Tracey B. Long, PhD, APRN-BC, RN, MS, MSN, CDE, CNE, CHUC, COI, CCRN
Professor of Nursing, Roseman University South Jordan, UT
Program Coordinator for Continuing Education; College of Southern Nevada (CSN) Workforce & Economic Development CE; Las Vegas, NV
Nursing Professor Chamberlain College Las Vegas, NV As a registered nurse for 35 years, Dr. Long has worked in critical care, emergency medicine, IMC, primary care, and endocrinology. She earned her bachelor's degree in nursing science and Spanish from Brigham Young University, a master's degree in Public Health Education at California College of Health Sciences, a master's degree in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Purdue University, and a PhD in Nursing Education and Leadership from UNLV and dissertation with Charisma University.

Dr. Long is a Professor of Nursing at Roseman University and Family Nurse Practitioner. She is the co-founder of LifeLongLearningeducation.com. She teaches webinars on Medical Spanish, the CCRN review course and the Diabetes Educator certification review course. One of her favorite activities is taking nurses and healthcare professionals each summer to offer free medical clinics to underserved communities around the world.

As an author she has written three children's health books, three books on family history and published articles on cultural competence training. She married her college sweetheart, and they have their own Long legacy of 6 children who teach her what's really important in life.

Deanne Long, MD, FACEP

Deanne Long, MD, FACEP
Deanne Long, MD, has been practicing emergency medicine for 18 years. She spent 15 years working at the University of Utah School of Medicine Level 1 Trauma Center, teaching residents and medical students in addition to her clinical duties. She is board-certified in Emergency Medicine and Hyperbaric Medicine and will take the Obesity Medicine Board Exam in the Fall. She has worked in hyperbaric medicine at Salt Lake Regional Hospital’s Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Clinic and Cache Valley Hospital’s Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Care Clinic. Dr. Long is the owner and provider of Utah Body and Soul Hyperbarics and Wellness. A unique medical clinic in Salt Lake City, UT that uses integrative medicine to enhance patients' mental and physical well-being. She is very interested in international medicine and has traveled to Peru and China to participate in a cooperative teaching effort with local healthcare providers. Dr. Long is an avid golfer and roots for her Alma Mater, Brigham Young University, at every opportunity.

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 Apr 20 Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
- 4:30 pm
Mon Apr 21 Coco Cay, Bahamas
7:00 am 5:00 pm
Tue Apr 22 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Wed Apr 23 Cozumel, Mexico
7:00 am 6:00 pm
Thu Apr 24 Roatan, Honduras
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Fri Apr 25 Costa Maya, Mexico
7:00 am 2:00 pm
Sat Apr 26 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Sun Apr 27 Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
6:00 am -
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.

Ports of Call

Orlando (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

Perfect Day at CocoCay

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.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
Please note that our shore excursions are operated separately and
independently of those offered by the cruise line.
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