OVERVIEW

Clarks Cay - Honduras Marine Medicine CME Conference is organized by Wild Med Adventures, LLC and will be held from Apr 24 to May 01, 2027, at Clark's Cay, Guanaja, Bay Islands, Honduras.

Description:

  • Welcome to the ultimate blend of medical education and tropical paradise at Clark's Cay in Honduras! Immerse yourself in a unique learning experience surrounded by pristine beaches, where medical education meets the tranquility of a PRIVATE ISLAND. Dive into the depths of knowledge while exploring the vibrant underwater world through diving and snorkeling adventures. Cast away stress with fishing excursions and indulge in an all-inclusive retreat that harmonizes the best of medical training and beach relaxation.
    Cabañas on Clark’s Cay in the Bay Islands, Guanaja, Honduras, is a 4-acre island oasis that accommodates up to 20 guests. It offers incredible seascapes, an open-air restaurant and bar, an infinity pool and spa, along with a meandering lazy river.
    Concierge dive services enable guests to fully enjoy the splendor of Guanaja’s coral reef system, featuring dives on pinnacles, walls, and the wreck of the Jado Trader. Dive / Snorkel / Sunbath / Fish non-stop for a week
  • This course is ideal for those interested in combining a dive/snorkel/fish vacation with adventure-related CME or those looking to learn more about possible injuries and accidents encountered while traveling abroad and tropical medicine-related injuries. Our courses are also great for those travel enthusiasts, group leaders, divers, EMTs, paramedics, nurses, NP's, PAs, or doctors with a desire to learn medical treatment in austere environments. We will complete the core curriculum of this CME certification course while on our private island, Clarks Cay. Leave the planning to us and enjoy a nearly all-inclusive, hassle-free stay. Enjoy a 7 Night Stay on our private island, all meals, Dive and/or Snorkeling included, fishing options, sun bathing, island exploration, and of course CME. Meet like-minded individuals and friends to last a lifetime on this one-of-a-kind CME getaway. We promise you won't be disappointed.

ATTENDING THIS COURSE YOU WILL:

  • Learn the latest practical hands-on wilderness medical skills for patient assessment, stabilization, and evacuation.
  • Practice your skills while diving/snorkeling or enjoying the beautiful Caribbean waters
  • Work with our expert faculty to develop your knowledge and awareness regarding austere & dive medicine
  • Obtain up to 16 hours of CME and Fellowship credits from the Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) towards your FAWM (only credits you have not already obtained and limited to the rules of the WMS regarding FAWM credits and outside conferences)
  • Our program focuses on the treatment of the most common injuries and illnesses encountered while traveling to remote locations

CERTIFICATION:

  • Approved for up to 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits and WMS FAWM Credits
  • “This course has been approved for Fellowship in the Academy of Wilderness Medicine (FAWM) credits
  • through the Wilderness Medical Society. Actual credits awarded depend on personal credit needs and history.”

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:

  • The Ultimate Escape on our own PRIVATE ISLAND in Honduras (near ROATAN)
  • Just imagine – your own island to relax, enjoy, and dive on some of the Caribbean’s most virgin reefs
  • All Meals Included as well as alcoholic drinks (Beer, Wine, and a few specialty drinks)
  • Enjoy excellent food, drinks, and hospitality with a secluded and beautiful atmosphere
  • Earn CME in small group style
  • Build friendships to last a lifetime

MAIN EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

  • The goal of the Honduras Marine Medicine CME Conference is to provide participants with a unique environment to experience essential medically-related topics and learn skills while collaborating with expert faculty through educational activities, including lectures and Dive / Water Adventure Excursions.
  • Development of this CME curriculum is formed by the following key objectives:
    • Provide educational opportunities based on the core curriculum of the Fellowship in the Academy of Wilderness Medicine.
    • Provide education of value to providers who care for the medical needs and also those involved with the coordination of tropical and dive-related activities, including medical providers who must educate and instruct travel safety with their patients.
    • Provide education of interest to wilderness and austere-activity enthusiasts.
  • After attending this conference, the participants will be able to:
    • Establish a set of treatment priorities for care of the sick or injured in remote settings.
    • Prevent, diagnose, and manage illnesses and injuries in austere environments.
    • Demonstrate increased knowledge and skills in recognizing and treating the most common illnesses and injuries encountered in remote environments, including dive medicine.
    • Understand objective risk assessment in wilderness environments from the perspective of the medical professional acting as a trip leader.
    • Understand the pathophysiology and management of acute emergencies related to remote environments and dive-related injuries.

Note:

  • The deposit is non-refundable, and the organizer will communicate further cancellation terms.

Program Requirements:
Maximum of  20.

KEY DATES

Registrations Open
24 Jul, 2025
Registrations Open
Event Start Date
24 Apr, 2027
Event Start Date
Event End Date
01 May, 2027
Event End Date
Credits

ACCME Statement: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the Wilderness Medical Society and Wild Med Adventures, LLC. The Wilderness Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Wilderness Medical Society designates this educational activity for a maximum of 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Each physician should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
  • PREREQUISITES

    Scuba Certification Recommended; however, you can complete the open water portion of your certification while onboard. You also do NOT have to be a diver. There will be plenty of other opportunities to fish, snorkel or relax.

    EMT, Paramedic, Nurse, PA, NP, RRT, PhD or Physician to obtain CME accreditation. (Please Check with your governing body to ensure credits are acceptable)

    If no CME needed, Non-Medicals are welcome so please feel free to attend and enjoy the lectures at no additional cost

    A keen interest in wilderness & tropical medicine

    A good level of physical fitness

    Prepare and bring proper clothing for different activities

    TARGET AUDIENCE

    PhysicianNursingPhysician AssistantEmergency Medicine PhysiciansNursesNurse PractitionersParamedicsEmergency Medical Technician

    SPECIALITIES

    Emergency Medicine

    SUGGESTED HOTELS

    CONFERENCE VENUE

    LocationClark's Cay
    Cabañas on Clark's Cay

    CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

    ***Please note: Full payment due within 120 days of course or a $500 fee will be added to your final cost or we have right to cancel your reservation***

    Cancellation Policy

    • Your deposit for the travel portion of the course is nonrefundable.
    • The entire balance of your trip fee will be due 120 days prior to departure. We recommend trip insurance for any unexpected illness and/or schedule changes or conflicts.
    •  If you have not paid in full prior to 120 days before the start of the course a late fee of $500 will be applied to your final cost or we have the right to cancel your trip. 
    • There will be no refund after 120 days prior to course. 
    • If you cancel before 120 days of beginning of trip you will be refunded 50% of trip cost.
    • If trip is cancelled due to insufficient numbers, we will reimburse all payments including deposit.
    • Cancellations must be submitted in writing.
    • Refunds on the final payment will be as per the organizer’s policy.

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