14 ACPE Credits
14.0 Contact Hours
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$595 for Nurses, Residents, Students & Others
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Pediatric Infectious Diseases and Pediatric Gastroenterology
7-Night Grand Cayman, Mexico, & CocoCay Cruise
Round-trip Miami, Florida
July 12 - 19, 2026
Round-trip Miami, Florida
July 12 - 19, 2026
14 ACPE Credits
14.0 Contact Hours
$795 for Physician Assistants
$595 for Nurses, Residents, Students & Others
Target Audience
Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists
Program Purpose / Objectives
Dr. Hupertz's Topics
- What to Do with Upper Gastrointestinal Foreign Bodies
- Celiac Disease: A Common Problem
- Functional Abdominal Pain
- Evaluation and Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the 21st Century
- Evaluating a Child with Abnormal Liver Chemistries: Hepatitis
- Pancreatitis in Children
Dr. Sabella's Topics
TBA
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
Vera Hupertz, MD
Vice Chair of Pediatrics, Quality and Patient Safety
Medical Director Transplant Hepatology
Cleveland Clinic Pediatric Institute
Dr. Hupertz was a graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY (1974-1978) and received her BS in Biology. She attended the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, NY and graduated in 1982 with MD. Internship and residency was completed at Rainbow Babies & Children's (RB&C) Hospital, Cleveland, OH by 1985 and Pediatric Gi and Hepatology fellowship by 1988. She maintains 3 board certifications which include: Pediatrics, Pediatric Gastroenterology, and Pediatric Transplant Hepatology.
Vera stayed on as Staff Physician at Rainbow Babies and Hospital and achieved the level of Associate Professor of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University. She was made Medical Director of the Pediatric Liver Transplant Team, and was co-director of the Residency Training Program at RB&C. In addition to the above, I developed a residency curriculum for Chronic Care to be used at Health Hill Hospital (now Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation).
She became a staff physician at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in July of 2000 and currently has a joint appointment with the Department of Transplant Surgery. She is Medical Director of Pediatric Liver Transplantation. She is Vice Chair of Quality Improvement for the Children's Hospital and Pediatric Institute at Cleveland Clinic. Current interests are liver disease (especially neonatal disease) and liver transplantation, as well as inflammatory bowel diseases
Camille Sabella, MD
Cleveland Clinic Children's
Professor of Pediatrics, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH
Camille Sabella, MD, is the Director of the Section of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Cleveland Clinic Children’s and a Professor of Pediatrics at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University.
Dr. Sabella received his M.D. degree from the Northeast Ohio Medical University, served a pediatric residency at Akron Children’s Hospital in Akron, Ohio, and completed a fellowship in Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Stanford University School of Medicine in Stanford, CA. Dr. Sabella is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in Pediatrics and Pediatric Infectious Diseases.
Dr. Sabella attends on the Pediatric Infectious Diseases consultation service at Cleveland Clinic Children’s, where he sees pediatric patients with a wide variety of infections. His research interests include viral infections, antimicrobial therapy and stewardship, infections in immunocompromised patients, hospital-acquired infections, and the use of telemedicine in pediatric infectious diseases.
Dr. Sabella is the editor of the Cleveland Clinic Intensive Review of Pediatrics textbook (now in its fifth edition), co-editor of The Color Atlas of Pediatrics, and associate editor of the 5-Minute Pediatric Consult (7th and 8th editions). He also serves as the Editor-in-Chief of AccessPediatrics. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles dealing with diverse aspects of pediatric infectious diseases.
Dr. Sabella has received numerous awards related to his educational commitment to fellows, residents, and medical students. He directs the annual Pediatric Board Review Course at the Cleveland Clinic, which is currently in its 30th year. He is the past Chair of the Education Committee of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society.
Dr. Sabella is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society. He is also a member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
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.
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 Jul 12 | Miami, Florida |
- | 4:00 pm |
| Mon Jul 13 | Coco Cay, Bahamas |
7:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Tue Jul 14 | *At Sea - Cruising |
- | - |
| Wed Jul 15 | Cozumel, Mexico |
7:00 am | 3:30 pm |
| Thu Jul 16 | Georgetown, Grand Cayman |
10:30 am | 4:30 pm |
| Fri Jul 17 | *At Sea - Cruising |
- | - |
| Sat Jul 18 | Bimini, Bahamas |
9:00 am | 6:00 pm |
| Sun Jul 19 | Miami, Florida |
7:00 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.
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.
Georgetown, Grand Cayman - Grand Cayman is where the high life meets island life. Snorkel with stingrays in Stingray City. Treat your inner foodie at eateries established by acclaimed top chefs like Michael Schwartz, or chow down on conch fritters by the seashore. You can even soak up some rays at one of the beaches voted best in the world, Seven Mile Beach. And do it all in the same day.
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.
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.
Please note that our shore excursions are operated separately and
independently of those offered by the cruise line.
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