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Topics in Infectious Diseases and Endocrinology
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Round-trip Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
January 04 - 11, 2025
Celebrity Apex
14.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 14 ACPE Credits 11.0 Hours of Pharmacology for Nurse Practitioners 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
The purpose of this Interprofessional Continuing Education activity is to provide healthcare professionals with comprehensive knowledge and skills to effectively manage infectious diseases and endocrinological diseases and conditions in Primary Care. By integrating expertise from multiple disciplines, this program aims to enhance collaborative care, improve patient outcomes, and address the evolving challenges in diagnosing and treating patients.
Selecting medications for your patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Discuss the new treatment guidelines for therapy of Type 2 Diabetes
Obesity Management Update
Discuss the role of food plans,new medications and surgical interventions for weight reduction
Managing disorders of calcium metabolism
Discuss regulation of calcium metabolism and the new guidelines for managing hyperparathyroidism
Managing Thyroid Disease
Discuss guidelines for treatment of subclinical thyroid disease and management of thyroid nodules
What is happening in Osteoporosis
Discuss the individualization of therapy for patients with different manifestations of the disease
Using Insulin Effectively
Discuss the differentiation of type 1 and type 2 diabetes and the role of new insulins and monitoring technologies in improving primary care
Challenging Endocrine Problems you will see in your practice
Discuss evaluation of incidental adrenal and pituitary masses ,identifying eating disorders management of adrenal and pituitary insufficiency and hirsutism
Updates in the Treatment of HIV
Recognize the DHHS preferred and recommended treatment options for HIV
When provided with a patient case, select the most appropriate treatment option considering other medical and health conditions
Recognize what medications are newly approved for HIV treatment and those in development along what their role in treatment for HIV
Advancements in HIV PrEP and PEP: Where are we now and where are we going?
Utilizing the 2021 CDC guidelines, recognize which individuals are eligible for HIV PrEP and PEP
Utilizing a patient case, recommend an appropriate regimen for prevention of HIV
Recognize what medications are currently approved for HIV PrEP and what medications are currently in the pipeline
DOXY-PEP: A new frontier for sexual health
Utilizing recent evidence, understand the role of doxycycline for post-exposure prophylaxis of sexually transmitted infections
Utilizing a patient case, determine what individuals may be candidates for Doxy-PEP
Apply principles of antimicrobial stewardship to outpatient management of sexually transmitted infection
Barriers and Facilitators to Access for HIV Treatment and Prevention
Recognize the role of social determinants of health on access to HIV treatment and prevention
Understand frameworks such as minority stress and intersectionality and their effects on access to care
Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy: Updates for Non-Specialists
Recognize what treatment options are available for gender-affirming hormone therapy
Understand how to interpret information and data regarding care for transgender and gender-diverse patients
With a patient case, develop a treatment plan and monitoring recommendations for a transgender patient
Understanding interactions between gender-affirming hormone therapy and antiretrovirals
Recognize potential drug interactions with gender-affirming hormone therapy as well as antiretroviral medications
With a patient case, develop a treatment plan to navigate drug interactions
Managing HIV in an aging population: Considerations for chronic disease state management
Recognize chronic diseases that may be affected by HIV infection and treatment
Develop recommendations for prevention and treatment of chronic disease states in people living with HIV
Identify gaps in literature for the management of chronic diseases in people living with HIV and understand how to navigate the literature that exists currently
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
Veronica Piziak, MD, PhD, FACP
Professor of Medicine, College of Medicine Texas A & M, Temple, Tx.
Senior Staff Endocrinologist, Baylor Scott and White; Temple, Texas
Director Diabetes Education Section, Baylor Scott & White, Temple, Texas
Dr. Piziak received her undergraduate degrees and her PhD from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and her medical degree from University Kentucky in Lexington. She completed her internal medicine residency at Akron general Medical Center in Akron Ohio and her fellowship training in endocrinology metabolism at the University of Cincinnati, Ohio.
Dr. Piziak is presently the Emeritus Chief of Endocrinology, Director of the Diabetes section and Director of the Endocrinology Fellowship program at Baylor Scott and White in Temple Texas. She is a Professor of Medicine at Texas A&M University and a fellow of the American College of physicians.
Kevin Astle, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, AAHIVP, CDCES
Assistant Professor Department of Pharmacotherapeutics and Clinical Research
University of South Florida Taneja College of Pharmacy
Kevin Astle, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, AAHIVP, CDCES is an assistant professor with the University of Taneja College of Pharmacy in the department of Pharmacotherapeutics and Clinical Research. He joined USF in July 2022 from his previous institution, Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy in Mobile AL. Dr. Astle graduated from pharmacy school at the University of Florida in 2016 and completed a PGY-1 ambulatory care pharmacy residency with Auburn University Clinical Health Services in 2017.
Dr. Astle’s clinical practice and research interests are in the treatment and prevention of HIV, addressing health disparities in the LGBTQIA+ community, and prevention of cardiovascular disease in people living with HIV. Dr. Astle is passionate about advocacy and policy change regarding healthcare access for sexual and gender minorities and expanding access to healthcare for transgender patients. He is a Board-Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist, Ambulatory Care Pharmacist, HIV Pharmacist, and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. In 2021, Dr. Astle was a founding member of RxSHARE, an international collaborative of pharmacists with the mission of improving health care access and education regarding sexual and gender minorities.
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
Sat Jan 04
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
-
3:30 pm
Sun Jan 05
Key West, Florida
8:00 am
5:00 pm
Mon Jan 06
Bimini, Bahamas
8:00 am
5:00 pm
Tue Jan 07
*At Sea - Cruising
-
-
Wed Jan 08
Grand Turk, Turks And Caicos
8:00 am
5:00 pm
Thu Jan 09
Puerto Plata, Dom. Rep.
8:00 am
5:00 pm
Fri Jan 10
*At Sea - Cruising
-
-
Sat Jan 11
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
7:00 am
-
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
Ports of Call
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida - There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard, or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.
Key West, Florida - A distinctly American town with the look and feel of the Caribbean, Key West unlocks myriad attractions. Ride the Conch Train to the famous sights: Ernest Hemingway's home, the Audubon House, and the "Little White House", where President Truman spent many a working vacation. Hop a catamaran to America's only living coral reef to snorkel with dolphins. Or climb into the open cockpit of a World War II biplane for an unforgettable aerial tour of the Keys.
Bimini, Bahamas - For such a tiny isle, Bimini packs a huge adventure punch. Alice Town buzzes with a low-key vibe, while sugary sands lead to scuba diving and snorkeling in bright-blue waters filled with shipwrecks. This is a small-island paradise for sun-seekers and anglers. Here you can check out Bimini Museum exhibits, hike the Bimini Nature Trail, or soak up fresh-from-the-sea Bahamian seafood.
At Sea - Cruising - Cruising
Grand Turk, Turks And Caicos - Grand Turk is a picturesque island with a relaxed pace and a warm, friendly atmosphere. There are no fast food chains and no sprawling resorts. In addition to the amazing year-round diving, this island has seasonal attractions such as the North Atlantic humpback whales during the winter and manta rays in the summer - you're sure to be amazed.
Puerto Plata, Dom. Rep. - In Puerto Plata, you’ll be greeted by verdant mountains, pristine beaches, and nature-filled adventures. Go for a swim at the awe-inspiring 27 Waterfalls complex. Hike through the lush, protected jungle of El Choco National Park, enjoying the park’s two lagoons. Swim with dolphins at World Ocean, the largest manmade dolphin habitat in the world, or grab a kayak and head out on the water at Manatee Reserve.
For history buffs, tour the Fortress of San Felipe and travel back in time to Spanish occupation. Don’t leave the Domincan Republic without sampling locally distilled rum or delicacies like la bandera and mofongo.
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.
