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Cruise Conference Planning For Your Association

Pain Management and Sleep Medicine; Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology of the Soft Tissues for Medical and Dental Healthcare Providers

7-Night Alaska Adventure Cruise
Round-trip Seattle, Washington
July 11 - 18, 2025
Royal Caribbean's <em>Anthem of the Seas</em>
Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas
16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
16 ACPE Credits
16.0 ADA CERP Credits
16.0 Contact Hours
Course Fees
$995 for Physicians, Attorneys, Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Pharmacists, and Dentists
$795 for Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and Dental Hygienists
$595 for Nurses & other medical staff

Target Audience
Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, PharmacistsDentists, Dental Staff
Program Purpose / Objectives
  1. Comprehensive Soft Tissue Head and Neck Screening Examination
    • Demonstrate the ability to provide a complete soft tissue description of disease utilizing site, morphology, and color criteria
  2. Differential and Provisional Diagnosis Formulation
    • Demonstrate the ability to construct an appropriate differential and provisional diagnosis of soft tissue disease
  3. Proper Treatment and Management of Potentially Malignant Disorders
    • Develop an appropriate treatment and management plan.
  4. Patient Follow-up and Referral Guidelines
    • Employ current patient follow-up and/or referral guidelines.
  5. Risk Management Reduction
    • Integrate additional potential pitfalls resulting in increased patient risk
  6. Interprofessional Collaborative Practice
    • Demonstrate the importance of interaction between physicians, dentists, and the health care delivery team
  7. Basics of Pain: Oro-Facial Pain and TMDs
  8. Non-Odontogenic Toothaches
  9. TMD: The Enigma for the Clinicians
  10. Systemic Factors Affecting Pain Experience
  11. Basics of Sleep Medicine and Dental Sleep Medicine
  12. Obstructive Sleep Apnea: The 21st Century Slow Pandemic
  13. OSA and Sleep Breathing Disorders: Management for the Dental Clinician
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

Michael Alan Kahn, DDS

Michael Alan Kahn, DDS
Emeritus Chairman and Professor
Dept. of Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine, and Craniofacial Pain
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
Boston, MA Michael A. Kahn, DDS, is an emeritus professor and former chairman of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Oral Medicine, and Craniofacial Pain at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Professor at Tufts School of Medicine, and laboratory director of Tufts Oral Pathology Services.

He maintained a university-based consultative oral medicine/oral pathology clinical practice and conducted intramural and extramural funded basic and clinical research. He is past-president and emeritus fellow of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology as well as past-president and emeritus diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology.

Davis Thomas, BDS, DDS, MSD, MSc Med, MSc

Davis Thomas, BDS, DDS, MSD, MSc Med, MSc
Clinical Associate Professor & Program Director
Rutgers School of Dental Medicine
Associate Professor of Dentistry
Rochester Medical School, University of Rochester
Adjunct Associate Professor
The University of Western Australia
Newark, NJ Dr. Davis Thomas is an Orofacial Pain specialist with numerous academic appointments, including Clinical Associate Professor and Program Director at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, Associate Professor of Dentistry at Rochester Medical School, and Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia.

After earning his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) in India and his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from New York University, Dr. Thomas completed an extensive series of post-graduate degrees. He holds Master's degrees in Orofacial Pain (MSD) from Rutgers University, Clinical Pain Management (MSc) from the University of Edinburgh, and Sleep Medicine (MSc Med) from the University of Sydney. He is currently pursuing his PhD in Pharmacology and Pharmacogenomics.

A prolific author and educator, Dr. Thomas has published scores of peer-reviewed articles and multiple textbook chapters. He has also served as a Special Guest Editor for leading journals, including the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA). He lectures extensively around the world and serves as a director for advanced courses in Orofacial Pain, TMD, and Sleep Medicine.

Dr. Thomas is a commissioned officer in the United States Army Reserves and maintains multiple faculty appointments at universities internationally. His work is focused exclusively on the research, teaching, and practice of Pain, Orofacial Pain, Sleep Medicine, and Pharmacology.

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
Fri Jul 11 Seattle, Washington
- 4:00 pm
Sat Jul 12 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Sun Jul 13 Sitka, Alaska
10:00 am 6:00 pm
Mon Jul 14 Skagway, Alaska
8:00 am 8:00 pm
Tue Jul 15 Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier
5:00 am 10:00 am
Tue Jul 15 Juneau, Alaska
1:30 pm 9:00 pm
Wed Jul 16 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Thu Jul 17 Victoria, British Columbia
5:00 pm 10:00 pm
Fri Jul 18 Seattle, Washington
6:00 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

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.

Skagway, Alaska - The tiny town of Skagway still looks like it did during the Klondike Gold Rush over 100 years ago— and today it remains an outpost for thrilling Alaskan adventure. An old-time street car ride along bustling Broadway Street reveals well-preserved buildings, including the state’s oldest hotel. You can see engraved walrus tusks at the Corrington Museum, or get lost in riveting historical reenactments around town. If outdoor adventure is more your thing, there are plenty of ways to amp up the adrenaline, from sledding with Alaskan Huskies on Laughton Glacier to rafting Lynn Canal, the longest fjord in North America.

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.

Non-Americans/Canadians, please Click Here to determine if you'll need a visa to board this cruise, which visits Canada

Seattle, Washington - The Emerald City of the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is one of America's most vibrant cities. Stroll its bustling waterfront (including Pike Place Market), visit the Space Needle, and find a great coffee-shop to enjoy in this coffee-loving city (the home of Starbucks). One of America's tech centers (Amazon and Microsoft are both headquartered here), the city is abuzz with the interesting people attracted to the opportunities to be found there. There is more than enough to see and do here to keep you busy for a day or two. If you have a little extra time, Seattle is a great place to visit.

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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