Odyssey Of The Seas
About This Seminar
This seminar provides 12 contact hours of live pharmacy ACPE accredited CE and AAFP/ AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, ANCC, NCC and AANP pharmacotherapeutics/ pharmacology CE/CME credit over two days.
Learning Objectives
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7:45 AM Registration/ check-in 8:00 AM -3:00 PM Educational Program with 30 minute lunch. (6.5 hrs)
Cardiology Day 1
1. Apply risk stratification tools to estimate 10 and 30 year risk of CV events
2. Review guidelines for primary prevention of CV disease
3. Determine optimal LDL-C levels for patients with secondary prevention
4. Develop evidence based approach for use of statin and non-statin therapies to address Cv risk
5. Review guidelines for diagnosis and management of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction
6. Understand the role of quadruple therapy in management of HFrEF
7. Apply validated tools to improve the diagnosis of HFpEF
8. Use evidence based therapies to improve outcomes in HFpEF
9. Review the framework on Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome
10. Apply cardio-reno-metabolic therapies to improve outcomes for patients with CKM syndrome
Presentations:
Evidence based LDL-Cholesterol Management
Beyond LDL - Optimal management of hyperlipidemia
Updates in Heart Failure (HFrEF)
Updated in Heart Failure (HFpEF)
Identifying and Managing the Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome
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Session 2: January 23, 2026, 7:45 AM Registration/ check-in 8:00 AM -2:00 PM Educational Program with 30 minute lunch. (5.5 hrs)
Cardiology Day 2:
1. Review the pathophysiology and management of acute coronary syndromes
2. Understand the role of invasive and non-invasive testing in the management of chest pain
3. Develop an approach to statin associated muscle symptoms
4. Diagnose and manage atrial fibrillation including the role of early ablation
5. Review guidelines for the management of aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation
6. Apply the latest hypertension guidelines to achieve optimal BP in patients across CV risk spectrum
7. Understand the role of pre-operative cardiac testing for patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery
8. Diagnose and management patients with amyloid heart disease.
Presentations:
Management of Acute Coronary Syndrome
Clinical Cases in Cardiology
Common Office Uses in Cardiology
What's New In Valvular Heart Disease and Atrial Fibrillation
Pre-operative Risk Stratification and Management
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Cruise Information
Max out memories in the Western Caribbean during 6 nights of cruising fun. Set sail from Fort Lauderdale, Florida onboard Oasis of the Seas and head out to explore the pristine beaches of the Caribbean. Kick back and relax with your group on this epic getaway.
Itinerary
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Day |
Location |
Arrival |
Departure |
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1 |
Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
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4:00 PM |
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2 |
Nassau, Bahamas |
7:00 AM |
4:00 PM |
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3 |
At Sea |
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4 |
San Juan, Puerto Rico |
10:30 AM |
5:00 PM |
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5 |
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
9:30 AM |
5:00 PM |
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6 |
At sea |
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7 |
Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
6:00 AM |
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Seminar Information
Speaker
Dr. Nihar Desai, MD, MPH,
Nihar R. Desai, MD, MPH is an Associate Professor of Medicine and Vice Chief of the Section of Cardiovascular Medicine at Yale University School of Medicine, an Investigator at the Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, and Executive Director for Bundled Payments and Clinical Service Line Operations at the Yale New Haven Health System.
Accreditation
This seminar provides accredited continuing education credit for all pharmacists, nurse practiioners certified through ANCC, AANP and NCC, state licensed nurses, physicians and physician assistants.
See ULS Accreditation Information for specific details by profession.
Credit
This seminar provides 12 contact hours of pharmacy CE and (1.2 CEU) of live AAFP/ AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, ACPE and pharmacology CE/CME credit over two days.
Pharmacists: 12 hours of live ACPE credit
Nurse Practitioners ANCC and NCC: 12 hours of ANCC pharmacology credit.
Nurse Practitioners AANP: 12 hours of AAFP Prescribed credit/AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, 12 hours of pharmacology credit.
Physicians and Physician Assistants: 12 hours of AAFP Prescribed credit/AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Nurses: 12 hours California Board of Registered Nursing and Pharmacology Credit.
Accreditation Statements
ACCREDITATION COUNCIL FOR PHARMACY EDUCATION (ACPE) : UNIVERSITY LEARNING SYSTEMS IS ACCREDITED BY THE ACCREDITATION COUNCIL FOR PHARMACY EDUCATION (ACPE) AS A PROVIDER OF CONTINUING PHARMACY EDUCATION.
SESSION 1: 6.5 CONTACT HOURS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-26-001-L01-P, KNOWLEDGE
SESSION 2: 5.5 CONTACT HOURS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-26-002-L01-P, KNOWLEDGE
AMERICAN ACADEMY FOR FAMILLY PHYSICIANS (AAFP): The AAFP has reviewed Cardiology Topics-6 Night Western Caribbean & Perfect Day Cruise January 2026 and deemed it acceptable for up to 12.00 Live AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 01/18/2026 to 01/24/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1. CME programs approved by the AAFP are eligible for Category 2 credit (or Category 1-A under special circumstances) through the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
See ULS Accredation Statements for more details.
How to Attend
Seminar Session Rates
| Option |
Advanced Registration until November 10, 2025 |
Regular Registration |
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Physicians and Dentists |
$895 | $945 |
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Nurse Practitioners |
$695 | $745 |
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Nurses, Residents, Students |
$495 | $545 |
Please review Conference Policies before registering.
Cruise Cabin Rates
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Room |
Price |
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Interior Stateroom Category 4V |
$761.77 |
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Boardwalk View Balcony Category 2I |
$893.77 |
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Central Park View 2J |
$1076.77 |
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Ocean View Stateroom 4N |
$1535.77 |
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Ocean View Balcony 4D |
$1731.77 |
How to Book the Cruise
To attend the conference, participants must book their cruise through Continuing Education, Inc.. This ensures the company can provide full conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Note also, that participants' family and friends are welcome to book within our group to take advantage of our typically excellent cruise rates. Thank you for your cooperation.
Prices are per person for double occupancy and include Taxes & Fees $155.87 per person. Other stateroom categories and single, triple or quad occupancy are available. Rates include all meals and entertainment, excluding specialty retaurants.
Make Cruise Reservations: with Continuing Education Inc: 800-926-3775
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
Per Person CRUISE plus Taxes & Fees $155.87 per person
Cruise line reserves the right to impose a fuel surcharge up to $10/ day.
Rate includes: 5 Star ship, all meals-unlimited gourmet dining, and entertainment each evening.,
Passport required
Refundable deposit of $250 perperson is due at time of booking.
Attendees who do not book with Continuing Education Inc/University at Sea will be charged $50.00/cabin surcharge at point of registration.
Airfare and roundtrip transfers are additional.
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Final payment due by October 20, 2025
Refundable Deposit: $250 towards cruise fare, per person at time of booking.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation policies vary by cruise line, itinerary and length of cruise. When reserving your stateroom, please review the policy applicable to this cruise with University at Sea staff.