COURSE CREDITS & HOURS
14 ANCC Contact Hours
COURSE FEES
TARGET AUDIENCE
PROGRAM TOPICS
- "Whose Life Is It Anyway"
Advanced Directives and End of Life Care Part 1
Objectives: After this session, the learner will be able to:
- Distinguish physician paternalism from patient autonomy from partnerships
- "Whose Life Is It Anyway"
Advanced Directives and End of Life Care Part 2
Objectives: After this session, the learner will be able to:
- Apply knowledge to challenging end of life case scenarios.
- "Get Smart" About Diabetic Management In The Geriatric Population
Objectives: After this session, the learner will be able to:
- Recognize differences in treatment strategies and goals in the diabetic geriatric patient
- "Driving Miss Daisy": Driving Assessment of the Elderly
Objectives: After this session, the learner will be able to:
- Give examples of aging changes that may affect driving skills
- How to Be A GENE-ius: An Entertaining Guide Through Genetic Drug Sensitivity Testing
Objectives: After this session, the learner will be able to:
- Interpret and use genetic testing in clinical practice
- C. difficile - Muy Dificil
Objectives: After this session, the learner will be able to:
- Select the best treatment options for recurrent C. difficile
- The Ten Commandments of Medical Ethics
Objectives: After this session, the learner will be able to:
- Describe how using medical ethics can help with decision making in clinical practice
- Osteoporosis
Objectives: At the end of this session, the learner will be able to:
- Evaluate screening recommendations and apply them to everyday practice
- Utilize therapies that include bisphosphonates, PTH and inhibitors of the RANK/RANKL/OPG system
- Recommend appropriate vitamin D therapy
- Better advise patients on calcium supplementation
- Redefining Alzheimer's Disease
Objectives: At the end of this session, the learner will be able to:
- Define Mild Cognitive Impairment in both amnestic and non-amnestic disease states
- Understand the potential implications of early diagnosis of dementia for patient care outcomes
- Describe the clinical manifestations of Alzheimer's disease
- Evaluate patients for symptoms of cognitive and functional loss
- Apply appropriate drug and non-drug interventions for patients with dementia
- Counsel families and caregivers at all stages of disease
- To Sleep: Perchance to Dream
Objectives: At the end of this session, the learner will be able to:
- Describe the age-related changes in sleep
- Evaluate the psychiatric, medical, and neurological causes of sleep problems
- Implement office-based and objective methods for evaluating sleep disordered breathing
- Intervene with appropriate treatments for complaints of insomnia
- Management of Constipation
Objectives: At the end of this session, the learner will be able to:
- Understand the common barriers that hinder the optimal management of chronic constipation in health care settings
- Define primary as well as secondary causes of hypertension in the older adult
- Provide a rational strategy to manage constipation based on current best evidence of the drug classes currently available
- Where Pain Management Meets Addiction Medicine
Objectives: At the end of this session, the learner will be able to:
- Understand the pathogenesis of pain
- Apply recent guidelines in pain management
- Choose appropriate drug therapy and multimodal interventions for the relief of pain
- Enroll in your state's Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP)
- Balance the management of patients who present with both pain and opioid addiction
- Pulmonary Disease in the Elderly
Objectives: At the end of this session, the learner will be able to:
- Evaluate current trends in pulmonary disease in the elderly
- Review current immunization guidelines and supportive therapy
- Discuss the key components of managing respiratory illness
- Implement the appropriate use of nebulizers, MDIs and oxygen
- Apply guideline directed care to patients with COPD
- Nutritional Supplements: When East meets West
Objectives: At the end of this session, the learner will be able to:
- Understand that adequate nutrition is a prerequisite for the maintenance of good health and optimum efficiency
- Find the on-line resources that provide the best evidence in support of dietary and nutritional supplements
- Identify targeted supplements for heart disease, vision, depression/mood, and urologic disorders
- Council patients on the risks of certain therapies in the presence of other disease
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Faculty
David A. LeVine, MD, CMD
Private Practice Physician, MDVIP
Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
St. Petersburg, FL
Dr. David A. LeVine is board-certified in Family Medicine with Added Qualifications in Geriatric Medicine through the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Internal Medicine. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Menorah Life in St. Petersburg, Florida, where he has also been the Medical Director at the Marion and Joseph Samson skilled nursing facility for over three decades. His extensive leadership experience includes serving as Medical Director at Arden Courts of Seminole, an assisted living facility specializing in memory care, and Medical Director of the Geriatric Assessment Program for early dementia detection in St. Petersburg.
Currently in private practice with MDVIP, Dr. LeVine is highly regarded in the field of geriatric and post-acute care. He is a recognized “Castle Connolly Top Doctor” and has been honored as the Medical Director of the Year by the AMDA - Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine. He is also a recipient of the Quality Champion Award from the Florida Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine and the Humanitarian Award from the Association of Jewish Aging Services.
A dedicated medical educator, Dr. LeVine serves as an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor at both the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) and the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine. For over two decades, he has been the clinical preceptor for the geriatric rotation at three different residency programs in St. Petersburg. He frequently lectures locally, nationally, and for University at Sea. Dr. LeVine resides in Seminole, Florida, with his wife, Janice, and their four adult children.
Eric G. Tangalos, MD, FACP, AGSF, CMD
He is a past president of the American Medical Directors Association (AMDA) and is a fellow and past governor of the American College of Physicians. He is a past director of the American Geriatrics Society and served on their Foundation for Health in Aging.
He was also on the national board of the Alzheimer’s Association for eight years and was a member of their executive committee. He continues with NCQA on their Geriatric Measurement Advisory Panel and reviews NIH STTR-SBIR grants on a regular basis.
Dr. Tangalos has been continuously funded with the Mayo Clinic Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center since 1987. He was responsible for the recruitment of volunteers that first defined Mild Cognitive Impairment and was an author on those seminal publications. He is an Internist and Geriatrician, teaches on the Mayo campus and lectures both nationally and internationally.
Accreditation
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Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 12 contact hours. |
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Nurse Practitioners: can claim either ANCC Contact Hours or AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ as needed. |
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In support of improving patient care, Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. |
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Credit Designation for Physicians: Continuing Education, Inc. designates this live activity for 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Osteopathic Physicians: This program is eligible for Category 2 credit with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). |
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Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 14 contact hours. Nurse Practitioners: Can claim either ANCC Contact Hours or AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM as needed. Pharmacology credits are identified on individual activities. |
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Credit Designation for Pharmacists: This knowledge-based activity is approved for 14 hours of pharmacy continuing education credit. |
Osteopathic Physicians: This program is eligible for Category 2 credit with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
US or Canadian Family Physicians: Please let us know if you require AAFP Prescribed Credits.
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Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 14 contact hours. |
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Nurse Practitioners: can claim either ANCC Contact Hours or AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ as needed. |
Cruise Itinerary
| DATE | PORT OF CALL | ARRIVE | DEPART |
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| Friday, August 3 | Seattle, Washington |
- | 4:00 pm |
| Saturday, August 4 | *At Sea - Cruising |
- | - |
| Sunday, August 5 | Alaska Inside Passage |
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| Monday, August 6 | Juneau, Alaska |
12:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
| Tuesday, August 7 | Skagway, Alaska |
7:00 am | 8:30 pm |
| Wednesday, August 8 | Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska |
7:00 am | 12:00 pm |
| Thursday, August 9 | *At Sea - Cruising |
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| Friday, August 10 | Victoria, British Columbia |
9:00 am | 6:00 pm |
| Saturday, August 11 | Seattle, Washington |
6:00 am | - |
Ports of Call
Seattle, Washington


To truly appreciate the region's soul, take to the water. A short, scenic ferry ride to Bainbridge Island provides a classic Pacific Northwest escape, with quaint shops, local wineries, and a stunning return view of the Seattle skyline. Alternatively, embark on a whale-watching excursion for a chance to see orcas and other marine life in their natural habitat. Whether you choose to explore the historic architecture of Pioneer Square or simply find a waterfront café to relax, Seattle offers a perfect balance of stimulating culture and serene landscapes, an ideal respite from your demanding daily routine.
At Sea - Cruising
Alaska Inside Passage

This is a day for active observation. We strongly advise securing a position on deck or a private balcony well before approaching major highlights like Glacier Bay, Hubbard Glacier, or Tracy Arm Fjord. The silence here is profound, often broken only by the 'white thunder' of tidewater glaciers calving into the sea. The visual impact of the 'glacial blue'—created by dense ice absorbing red light spectrums—is startlingly vivid against the grey skies.
Wildlife viewing requires patience but offers high rewards. The nutrient-rich waters are prime feeding grounds for humpback whales; look for the telltale mist of a spout or the fluke raising before a dive. Orcas, Dall’s porpoises, and harbor seals are common sights, while bald eagles are nearly ubiquitous on passing ice floes. On the shoreline, keep a sharp eye out for coastal brown bears at low tide.
Practical preparation is key to enjoying this passage. The weather is notoriously changeable; expect rain and mist, which actually enhances the dramatic, moody atmosphere of the fjords. Dress in waterproof layers and, most importantly, bring high-quality binoculars. Relying solely on the naked eye or a camera lens means missing the intricate details of this untamed wilderness. This is a time to disconnect from shipboard distractions and immerse yourself in one of the planet's most magnificent natural corridors.
Juneau, Alaska


The Mendenhall Glacier is the undisputed centerpiece. While the Visitor Center offers a solid introduction, the glacier has receded significantly in recent years. To truly grasp the scale of the Juneau Icefield, we recommend a helicopter excursion. Landing on the glacier or dog sledding on the ice cap is a significant investment, but it provides a visceral connection to the landscape that a distant view from the visitor center cannot match. If you prefer to stay grounded, the hike to Nugget Falls offers a powerful view of the glacier's face and a roaring waterfall without the flight costs.
Juneau’s waters are among the most productive feeding grounds for humpback whales in the world. Sightings in Auke Bay are exceptionally reliable during the cruise season. If you have not booked a wildlife excursion elsewhere on your itinerary, this is the place to do it.

Downtown Juneau is compact and historic, though South Franklin Street can feel congested when multiple ships are in port. For a sophisticated cultural break, the Alaska State Museum is outstanding, housing world-class exhibits on Native Alaskan heritage and Russian history. The Mount Roberts Tramway, located right at the dock, offers sweeping views, but we advise purchasing tickets only after assessing the cloud cover; the view is spectacular, but non-existent in heavy fog.
For a culinary finish, skip the generic tourist traps and visit Tracy’s King Crab Shack for genuine local flavor. Juneau is a wet city—it lies in a temperate rainforest—so dress in waterproof layers to enjoy this spectacular intersection of civilization and wild frontier.
Skagway, Alaska


However, we advise viewing Skagway primarily as a staging ground for the wilderness beyond. The town sits in a narrow, wind-swept valley, and the most dramatic scenery requires leaving the immediate port area. The definitive experience here is the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad. This narrow-gauge railway is an engineering masterpiece that climbs nearly 3,000 feet in just 20 miles, offering vertiginous views of gorges, waterfalls, and the Sawtooth Mountains. It is not merely a train ride; it is the most efficient and spectacular way to understand the geography that challenged gold seekers.
For a different perspective, Skagway is the premier port for flightseeing. Helicopter excursions to nearby glaciers—often combined with dog sledding—provide a sense of scale that ground-based tours cannot match. For those preferring to stay closer to sea level, a float down the Taiya River or a hike to Lower Reid Falls offers serenity away from the busy boardwalks. Ultimately, Skagway rewards those who book a specific adventure rather than wandering aimlessly.
Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska

Victoria, British Columbia

For many, the headline attraction is Butchart Gardens. While truly a horticultural masterpiece, we advise caution regarding logistics: the gardens are located 35-45 minutes from the port. Visiting requires a dedicated block of four hours, leaving little time for the city itself. If you are a devoted gardener, it is worth the journey; if you prefer a relaxed pace, the city center offers ample rewards without the commute.

The Royal BC Museum is a standout recommendation for this demographic. It is one of North America's finest museums, featuring immersive exhibits on First Nations history and the region's natural evolution that are intellectually satisfying without being dry. Nearby, Government Street offers sophisticated strolling; look for Munro’s Books—set in a magnificent neoclassical building—and Rogers’ Chocolates for local heritage.
For a casual interlude, a short walk leads to Fisherman’s Wharf, where colorful houseboats and fresh halibut and chips offer a looser vibe. Whether you opt for High Tea at the Empress or a quiet walk through Beacon Hill Park to see the world’s tallest free-standing totem pole, Victoria delivers a polished, high-quality experience that respects your time.
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.
PLEASE NOTE: To attend the conference, participants must book their cruise accommodations through University at Sea®. This ensures we can provide full conference services and complimentary social amenities to meeting participants and guests. Participants' family and friends are welcome to book within our group allotment and take advantage of our typically excellent rates.
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Before & After Your Cruise
Hotels
The Paramount Hotel Seattle
724 Pine Street<br>Seattle, WA 98101 US — Seattle
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT: Check-in time is any time after 4:00 PM. Guests arriving before 4:00 PM will be accommodated, as room become available. Checkout time is 12:00 PM. We request that guests attending functions on the day of departure check out before 12:00 PM.
Hotel Five - A Staypineapple Hotel
Get Down With Downtown
2200 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 — Seattle
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
An Iconic 5-Star Hotel Near Pike Place Market
411 University St, Seattle, WA 98101 — Seattle
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