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Costa Mujeres Mexico – December 27, 2025 – January 3, 2026

At Grand Palladium & TRS Coral

Topics: DermatologyFamily Medicine

Departing December 27th, 2025 - January 3rd, 2026

The hotels are situated in the northeast of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, 18 miles (35 minutes) from Cancun International Airport and just 20 minutes from the city, in an ideal location of the Caribbean, where the atmosphere changes completely. Surrounded by a virgin beach and mangroves with indigenous flora and fauna, the abundant and exotic vegetation of this this pristine land guarantees the exclusivity and tranquility you deserve.

Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres & TRS Coral are sister properties that are located beside each other on the same beach! Guests staying at Grand Palladium will not have access to TRS Coral facilities, but guests staying at TRS Coral will have access to facilities at Grand Palladium and be able to enjoy the benefits of both. Both properties share access to the Convention Centre and Zentropia Spa & Wellness Centre.

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Faculty & Conference Details

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau

Specialty:

Family Medicine

About The Speaker

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau is a Family Physician working in Northern Ontario (Sault Ste. Marie) with a special interest in Mental Health and Addictions.  She is currently the Lead Physician for the Superior Family Health Team with a full-scope family practice.  As well, she is an Addiction Medicine Physician working at the local RAAM clinic (Rapid Access Addiction Medicine) as well as the Medical Director for the Sexual Assault and Care Clinic (SACC).  Dr. Barbeau loves teaching and learning and is an Assistant Professor at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) and regularly has learners in her practice (medical students, residents, nurse practitioner students).  She has served on the executive of the Medical Staff Association as well as been the Head of Addiction Services and is currently a member of the Department of Mental Health and Addictions at the Sault Area Hospital (SAH).

She is involved in addiction medicine research and the local and provincial level.  Dr. Barbeau looks forward to sharing her expertise and learning from yours as well!

Dr. Simraaj Powar

Dr. Simraaj Powar

Specialty:

GP Derm

About The Speaker

Dr. Simraaj Powar MB BCh BAO LRCSI LRCPI CFP PgDip (Derm), graduated from the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland with a medical degree and Bachelor of Obstetrics. The well-renowned program placed a strong emphasis on clinical skills, patient contact, and the application of medical knowledge. Dr. Powar subsequently completed her Family Medicine residency training at the University of Western Ontario. She completed dedicated rotations in Dermatology, General Surgery/Plastics, Minor Medical Procedures, and General Practice Dermatology. She was awarded the Schulich Learner Peer Award for her exceptional interest and enthusiasm for the learning needs of patients and students. Dr. Powar completed her postgraduate degree in Practical Dermatology from the University of Cardiff, which awarded her the title of GP Derm. She has both the OMA Focused Practice Billing Designation and the CPSO Change in Scope certification.

Dr. Powar’s intrigue for Dermatology stems from the ideology that ‘the skin is the window to the body’, and often can be an indicator of underlying pathology, and a major component of a person’s idea of self. Additionally, she has a curious affinity for visual clinical diagnosis, as evidenced by her numerous publications in the Canadian Journal of Diagnosis. Dr. Powar encourages a patient-centered care model, understanding the importance of a collaborative multi-disciplinary team to help a patient reach their goals.

Dr. Powar draws on her skills to create CME topics and presentations with focus on clinically relevant topics, practical approaches, and expanding confidence in procedural skills.

CME Topics

Dermatology & Family Medicine

CME AWAY® is pleased to invite you to a 7 Night Continuing Medical Education program in Costa Mujeres, Mexico from December 27, 2025 to January 3, 2026. Dr. Brynlea Barbeau and Dr. Simraaj Powar have developed an educational program that will be of interest to family physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals. Dr. Barbeau is a family physician from Sault Ste. Marie Ontario. She has worked in a variety of practice settings, with special interests in dermatology, palliative care as well as mental health. More recently, she has had additional training and focus on Addiction Medicine, student and resident teaching and physician education. Dr. Barbeau’s topics will include Adult ADHD, Alcohol and Opioid Use Disorder, Cannabis Use Disorder, Management of Mood Disorder and Physician Wellness. Dr. Simraaj Powar completed her Family Medicine residency training at the University of Western Ontario. She completed dedicated rotations in Dermatology, General Surgery/Plastics, Minor Medical Procedures, and General Practice Dermatology. She was awarded the Schulich Learner Peer Award for her exceptional interest and enthusiasm for the learning needs of patients and students. Dr. Powar completed her postgraduate degree in Practical Dermatology from the University of Cardiff, which awarded her the title of GP Derm. Dr. Powar draws on her skills to create CME topics and presentations with focus on clinically relevant topics that will include Hair Loss, Warts, Acne, Migraines, Nail Changes and Dermatological Procedures. Dr. Barbeau and Dr. Powar are looking forward to seeing you in Mexico.  

Dr. Barbeau-

   1. Adult ADHD
  • Identify adult ADHD in a family practice setting and to develop treatment strategies for those patients.
   2. Alcohol-use disorder (AUD)
  • Screening for AUD in family practice and to review medications and strategies use to treat AUD
   3. Opioid-use disorder (OUD)
  • Discussing the opioid epidemic, to identify OUD and discuss current treatment practices
   4. Augmentation strategies for anxiety and depression
  • Review the incidence and prevalence of anxiety and depression in primary care and to review augmentation strategies when first line approaches do not cause remission
   5. Cannabis use disorder
  • Review the definition, treatment strategies and discuss the impact of legalization in Canada
    6. Physician wellness
  • Provide an overview of physician health and wellness and to develop strategies to prevent physician burnout

Dr. Powar-

  1. Procedural Skills
    1. Be able to determine appropriate technique for a lesion ( shave vs punch)
    2. To learn the technical skills to complete a biopsy
    3. To learn the various techniques to close a biopsy
  2. Acne and Oral Isotretinoin
    1. Understand mechanism of action of isotretinoin
    2. Patient selection and Pre-testing
    3. Contraception consideration
    4. Side effects
    5. Dosing techniques
    6. Monitoring
    7. When to stop isotretinoin
    8. When to refer
  3. Nail Changes
    1. To be aware of vast causes of nail changes beside fungal nail
    2. Initiate appropriate investigations in family practice
    3. Know first line therapy
    4. When to refer
  4. Hair Loss 
    1. Approach to hair loss
    2. Cover the big three: Alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, androgenetic alopecia
    3. Determine appropriate investigations
    4. Be aware of first line pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapy
    5. Review the AGA guidelines
  5. Warts
    1. Understand HPV
    2. Determine therapies for genital and non genital warts
    3. Review Gardasil 9 vaccination

Cruise, Land, Resort must be booked through CME AWAY®.

This course is designed for family physicians, specialists, and allied health care professionals. The aim is to provide evidence-based material, as well as practical and relevant clinical pearls that will be easy to implement into one’s own medical practice. Conference attendees will be invited to complete a pre-course Needs Assessment to assist the faculty with the development of their presentations.

Conference Tuition Price
FP $1445
Specialist $1445
Resident, Retired, NP, RN, PA, Other $1245
Conference Tuition Book Before March 27th, 2025 Book After March 27th, 2025
FP $1295 $1445
Specialist $1295 $1445
Resident, Retired, NP, RN, PA, Other $1095 $1245

Costa Mujeres Mexico – December 27, 2025 – January 3, 2026

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Faculty & CME Details

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau

Specialty:

Family Medicine

About The Speaker

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau is a Family Physician working in Northern Ontario (Sault Ste. Marie) with a special interest in Mental Health and Addictions.  She is currently the Lead Physician for the Superior Family Health Team with a full-scope family practice.  As well, she is an Addiction Medicine Physician working at the local RAAM clinic (Rapid Access Addiction Medicine) as well as the Medical Director for the Sexual Assault and Care Clinic (SACC).  Dr. Barbeau loves teaching and learning and is an Assistant Professor at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) and regularly has learners in her practice (medical students, residents, nurse practitioner students).  She has served on the executive of the Medical Staff Association as well as been the Head of Addiction Services and is currently a member of the Department of Mental Health and Addictions at the Sault Area Hospital (SAH).

She is involved in addiction medicine research and the local and provincial level.  Dr. Barbeau looks forward to sharing her expertise and learning from yours as well!

Dr. Simraaj Powar

Dr. Simraaj Powar

Specialty:

GP Derm

About The Speaker

Dr. Simraaj Powar MB BCh BAO LRCSI LRCPI CFP PgDip (Derm), graduated from the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland with a medical degree and Bachelor of Obstetrics. The well-renowned program placed a strong emphasis on clinical skills, patient contact, and the application of medical knowledge. Dr. Powar subsequently completed her Family Medicine residency training at the University of Western Ontario. She completed dedicated rotations in Dermatology, General Surgery/Plastics, Minor Medical Procedures, and General Practice Dermatology. She was awarded the Schulich Learner Peer Award for her exceptional interest and enthusiasm for the learning needs of patients and students. Dr. Powar completed her postgraduate degree in Practical Dermatology from the University of Cardiff, which awarded her the title of GP Derm. She has both the OMA Focused Practice Billing Designation and the CPSO Change in Scope certification.

Dr. Powar’s intrigue for Dermatology stems from the ideology that ‘the skin is the window to the body’, and often can be an indicator of underlying pathology, and a major component of a person’s idea of self. Additionally, she has a curious affinity for visual clinical diagnosis, as evidenced by her numerous publications in the Canadian Journal of Diagnosis. Dr. Powar encourages a patient-centered care model, understanding the importance of a collaborative multi-disciplinary team to help a patient reach their goals.

Dr. Powar draws on her skills to create CME topics and presentations with focus on clinically relevant topics, practical approaches, and expanding confidence in procedural skills.

This course is designed for family physicians, specialists, and allied health care professionals. The aim is to provide evidence-based material, as well as practical and relevant clinical pearls that will be easy to implement into one’s own medical practice. Conference attendees will be invited to complete a pre-course Needs Assessment to assist the faculty with the development of their presentations.

Conference Tuition
Conference Tuition Book Before March 27th, 2025 Book After March 27th, 2025
FP $1045 $1195
Specialist $1045 $1195
Resident, Retired, NP, RN, PA, Other $845 $995

Venue Information

The hotels are situated in the northeast of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, 18 miles (35 minutes) from Cancun International Airport and just 20 minutes from the city, in an ideal location of the Caribbean, where the atmosphere changes completely. Surrounded by a virgin beach and mangroves with indigenous flora and fauna, the abundant and exotic vegetation of this this pristine land guarantees the exclusivity and tranquility you deserve.

Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres & TRS Coral are sister properties that are located beside each other on the same beach! Guests staying at Grand Palladium will not have access to TRS Coral facilities, but guests staying at TRS Coral will have access to facilities at Grand Palladium and be able to enjoy the benefits of both. Both properties share access to the Convention Centre and Zentropia Spa & Wellness Centre.

Additional Noteworthy Features

Our luxurious five-star hotel offers a large repertoire of services for families, couples and groups, as well as state-of-the-art facilities for business trips. In a well-lit, modern style that boasts constant access to nature, the architectural design of the hotel and the distribution of space guarantee a truly comfortable and luxurious experience.
  • A system of canals allows guests to reach all points of the resort by boat.
  • Construction is strategically three meters above the sea level, in order to provide spectacular views and to prevent any risk.
  • The staff operates through a discreet tunnel network, out of sight of hotel guests, ensuring an impeccable aesthetic.
  • The restaurants, bars, shops, and recreation areas are concentrated in The Village, a unique space with easy access to enjoy these amenities.

Itinerary & Schedule

Date Port / Location Arrival Time Departure Time Notes / Details
December 27th Cancun, Mexico
December 28th Cancun, Mexico 8:00am-12:30pm
December 29th Cancun, Mexico
December 30th Cancun, Mexico 8:00am-12:00pm
December 31st Cancun, Mexico
January 1st Cancun, Mexico
January 2nd Cancun, Mexico 8:00am-12:15pm
January 3rd Cancun, Mexico

Pre-And-Post Trip Information

There are no pre or post tours created for this itinerary.  To build your own or to simply add hotel nights, please speak with your Advisor.
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