OVERVIEW
Pharmacology CME Cruise to the Bahamas - 2027 - Odyssey of the Seas is organized by University Learning Systems (ULS) and will be held from Feb 28 - Mar 07, 2027 at Odyssey of the Seas - Royal Carribbean, Bayonne, New Jersey, United States of America.
About This Cruise
- Reserve your cabin before prices go up! FULLY REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT until November 14, 2026
- Seminar Reservations: University Learning Systems 800-940-5860
- Make Cruise Reservations: with Continuing Education Inc: 800-926-3775
- No funding was received for this program
This cruise is offered In conjunction with The Nurse Practitioner Association of New York State - Consult association for special rates.
Conference Information:
Educational Sessions:
Session 1 March 1, 2027 7:45 AM Check in, 8:00-:30 Seminar – 5 hours
Evidence based LDL-Cholesterol Management and Beyond LDL - Optimal Management of Hyperlipidemia, Common Office Uses in Cardiology,
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
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. Develop an approach to statin associated muscle symptoms.
Session 2 March 5, 2027 7:45 AM Check in, 8:00-1:30 Seminar – 5 hours
Updates in Heart Failure (HFrEF), Updated in Heart Failure (HFpEF), Identifying and Managing the Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Review guidelines for diagnosis and management of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. 2. Understand the role of quadruple therapy in management of HFrEF. 3. Apply validated tools to improve the diagnosis of HFpEF, 4. Use evidence based therapies to improve outcomes in HFpEF. 3. Review the framework on Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome. 6. Apply cardio-reno-metabolic therapies to improve outcomes for patients with CKM syndrome.
Session 3 March 6, 2027 7:45 AM Check in, 8:00-1:30 Seminar – 5 hours
Management of Acute Coronary Syndrome, Clinical Cases in Cardiology, What's New In Valvular Heart Disease and Atrial Fibrillation, Pre-operative Risk Stratification and Management
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
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. Diagnose and manage atrial fibrillation including the role of early ablation . 4. Review guidelines for the management of aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation. 5. Apply the latest hypertension guidelines to achieve optimal BP in patients across CV risk spectrum. 6. Understand the role of pre-operative cardiac testing for patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery. 7. Diagnose and management patients with amyloid heart disease.
Conference Registration: Includes workshop attendance, handouts and refreshments during the meetings and documentation of continuing education credit*.
Pharmacists: Please ensure that we have your NABP# and date of birth on file. ACPE does not allow us to provide you with paper Statements of Credit. Should you need a paper statement of credit, you can access that information via CPE Monitor. All other professionals: An applicable paper Statement of Credit will be issued upon receipt of your post-conference paperwork.
Spouses, family and friends are welcome and do not pay the conference fee unless they attend the educational sessions. Special conference fees are available for non-professional accompanying persons who wish to attend one or more sessions (no special receipt, certification or credit is issued).
Cruise Information:
See Royal Carribean website for details.
| Day | Location | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Liberty, NJ | 4:00 PM | |
| 2 | At Sea (Seminar) | ||
| 3 | Orlando (Port Canaveral), FL | 12:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
| 4 | Perfect Day at Coco Beach | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 5 | Nassau,Bahamas | ||
| 6 | At Sea (Seminar) | ||
| 7 | At Sea (Seminar) | ||
| 8 | Cape Liberty, NJ | 6:00 AM |
Cabin Prices
| CODE | DESCRIPTION | PRICE |
|---|---|---|
| 4V | Interior Stateroom | $1562 |
| 2N | Ocean View Statement | $1588 |
| 4D | Ocean View Balacony | $1962 |
Per Person Stateroom Rates - Based on Double Occupancy (rates include taxes and fees) Other stateroom/suite categories available on request
REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT: $250 per person by November 30, 2026
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.
Continuing Education Inc. Website
Use this link to access the Continuing Education Inc. website for cruise registration.
Quick Facts
- Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
- 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
- Make Cruise Reservations: with Continuing Education Inc: 800-926-3775
- Airfare and roundtrip transfers are additional.
Source: https://www.royalcaribbean.com
KEY DATES
ACCREDITATION & CREDITS
NURSE PRACTITIONERS/ NURSES: This course provides 15 contact hours (1.5 CEU) over three days, 2.5 to 5 hours per day, to fulfill the pharmacotherapeutics/ pharmacology requirements for American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Category 1 Continuing Education Hours for certification renewal. The same hours submitted to renew certification may be submitted to a State Board of Nursing for re-licensure. American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts formally approved continuing education sponsored by organizations accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). University Learning Systems is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). University Learning Systems is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (Provider CEP11409)
PHARMACISTS: UNIVERSITY LEARNING SYSTEMS IS ACCREDITED BY THE ACCREDITATION COUNCIL FOR PHARMACY EDUCATION (ACPE) AS A PROVIDER OF CONTINUING PHARMACY EDUCATION.
SESSION 1: 5 CONTACT HOURS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-27-001-L01-P, APPLICATION
SESSION 2: 5 CONTACT HOURS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-27-002-L01-P, APPLICATION
SESSION 3: 5 CONTACT HOURS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-27-003-L01-P, APPLICATION
CONSULTANT PHARMACISTS: Some consultant pharmacist boards accept University Learning Systems courses for recertification either as is or with board approval. Please contact your board regarding course approval and ULS with any questions.
CANADIAN PHARMACISTS: Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy (CCCEP) accepts courses accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). This credit is applicable to health professionals who may require pharmacology credit.
PHYSICIANS: Application to AAFP is in progress. 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).
CANADIAN PHYSICIANS: Members of the College of Family Physicians of Canada are eligible to receive up to MAINPRO-M1 credits for participation in this activity due to
REQUIREMENTS FOR CREDIT: Credit is dependent on verification of conference attendance by on-time check-in at each session and ULS receipt of completed evaluations. Credit is determined based on actual attendance on a per session basis, no partial credit is awarded. (Note: Approximately one 15 minute break per 2.5 hours.) Credited hours do not include breaks.
TARGET AUDIENCE
PhysicianNursingDentistPharmacistPhysician AssistantStudentsFamily PhysiciansNursesNurse PractitionersSPECIALITIES
PharmacologyCANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
- Advance written notice is required for any refund consideration.
- Up to the Advanced Registration Deadline: Cancellations are subject to a $50 processing fee per person or you may apply your full registration one time to another program attended within 12 months.
- After Advanced Registration Deadline: No refunds, although conference registration less $50 processing fee may be applied one time to another program attended within 12 months.
- Two weeks before the start of the conference: No refunds or application of registration to another program for cancellation, nonappearance or partial attendance. No refunds due to airline delays or cancellation of flights.
- We offer no international refunds, except for Canada.
- Refunds will be processed by original form of payment or by check only.
- Refunds may take 2-4 weeks to process after notification of cancellation.
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