Faculty & Conference Details
Dr. Richard Casey
Specialty:
Urology
About The Speaker
Canadian trained general Urologist with postdoctoral work in endocrinology at the University of Texas, Dallas. Presently Chief of Urology at Halton Healthcare Services , a 600 bed Community facility that services a population of 750,000. In addition, Dr Casey manages a research company that specializes in early stage new product development. His research group consists of over 50 practicing Urologist across Canada and the United States.
Main clinical interests include male sexual function and BPH. Since 2011 he has spent approximately 2 years overseas practicing general Urology in 2-3 month sessions primarily in New Zealand.
His Community research practice includes a number of Real World Data Registries that have collected practice data on Prostate Cancer investigation and treatment. With over 3000 men on Registry, Dr Casey has a broad knowledge on the patient journey through diagnosis and treatment of this disease.
Dr. Tim Deakon
Specialty:
Orthopaedics
About The Speaker
Dr. Robert Timothy Deakon obtained his medical degree from the University of Ottawa in 1983. He subsequently did a surgical internship at Toronto General Hospital followed by an orthopaedic residency at the University of Ottawa. He did his Fellowship in Arthroscopy and Knee Ligament Reconstructive Surgery and Sports Medicine at the University of Ottawa – Carleton Sports Medicine Clinic under the tuteledge of Dr. Donald H. Johnson. Dr. Deakon is licensed in the province of Ontario and holds specialty certification in Orthopaedic Surgery from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
He has been in private practice in Oakville, Ontario since 1989. He is the director of the Oakville Sports Injury Clinic and is the team orthopaedic surgeon for the 100th, 105th, 109th and 111th Grey Cup winning Toronto Argonaut Football Clubs. He is a a member of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. He holds an associate clinical teaching position at the McMaster University Division of Orthpaedic Surgery. Dr. Deakon’s practice is limited to the treatment of sports related knee injuries and osteoarthritis of the knee.
CME Topics
Emerging Advances in Urology and Orthopaedics
CME AWAY® by Sea Courses is pleased to invite you to a 13-Night Cruise CME to Ireland from June 17 to 30, 2027. Dr. Richard Casey, a Urologist, and Dr. Tim Deakon, an Orthopaedic Surgeon, are both from Oakville, Ontario. They have developed an interactive educational program that will be of interest to family physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals.
Dr. Casey is a Canadian trained general Urologist with postdoctoral work in endocrinology at the University of Texas, Dallas. He was recently Chief of Urology at Halton Healthcare Services, a 600 bed Community facility that services a population of 750,000. Dr. Casey had a special interest in post prostatectomy urinary incontinence and Erectile Dysfunction. He has an active role as a principal investigator in early and late phase GU trials with over 30 peer reviewed publications. He is also CEO of CMX Research, a urology focused Contract Research Organization (CRO).
Dr. Casey’s topics will include BPH and LUTS, Erectile Dysfunction, Prostate Cancer, Stones, penile conditions and Urinary Tract Infections.
Dr. Robert Timothy Deakon obtained his medical degree from the University of Ottawa in 1983. He did his Fellowship in Arthroscopy and Knee Ligament Reconstructive Surgery and Sports Medicine at the University of Ottawa – Carleton Sports Medicine Clinic. Dr. Deakon is the director of the Oakville Sports Injury Clinic and is the team Orthopaedic Surgeon for the 100th, 105th, 109th and 111th Grey Cup winning Toronto Argonaut Football Clubs. He is a member of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. His practice is now limited to the treatment of sports related knee injuries and osteoarthritis of the knee.
Dr. Deakon’s Topics will include Orthopedic Referrals, Acute and Chronic Knee Pain, Management of OA of the Knee, Low Back Pain, How Orthopedics and Rheumatology Overlap and New Technologies in Orthopedics including AI.
Dr. Casey and Dr. Deakon are very much looking forward to seeing you on the cruise around Ireland.
Dr. Casey-
- Assessing and treating men with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS)
- Evaluate the appropriate evaluations necessary to insure appropriate management.
- Discuss the use of physical examination and appropriate laboratory investigations to distinguish between symptomatic BPH and early Prostate Cancer.
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Peyronies disease
- Examine erectile issues with emphasis on special populations (Diabetics, Neurologic disease, CVD).
- Discuss the appropriate investigations, oral agents and the more aggressive options available for the restoration of sexual function in you young and older men.
- Prostate cancer
- Cite treatment options and improvement in diagnostic modalities.
- Discuss the investigation and diagnosis of Prostate cancer and the family doctor’s role in the treatment algorithm.
- Infections and the Urinary Tract
- Discuss the differential diagnosis of Urinary Tract Infections .
- Explore the myriad of GU infections and pseudo infections.
- Stones
- Cite how to make the diagnosis
- Illustrate the management of Kidney stones highlighting newer technology.
- Everything you need to know about the Penis and were afraid to ask.
- Examine Circumcision, transgender surgery, Priaprism and penile lengthening.
- Review management options
Dr. Deakon-
- Overview of the orthopedic referral, appropriate imaging for orthopedic referrals
- Identify when to refer and when imaging is necessary for diagnosis of orthopedic complaint
- Employ the most accurate and cost-effective imaging modalities to diagnose orthopedic conditions, acquire proficiency in interpreting MSK radiology reports
- Approach to the acutely injured knee
- Illustrate how to obtain a useful knee history and perform an appropriate physical examination
- Identify the most common knee injuries presenting to the primary care physician and understand primary treatment and when referral is necessary
- Osteoarthritis of the knee and current treatment options
- Cite the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis, make an accurate diagnosis and order appropriate investigations
- Identify and employ effective non-operative treatments for knee OA
- “Doc my joint hurts”, How Orthopaedics and Rheumatology overlap, when to refer
- Explore the relationship of musculoskeletal disorders and rheumatological disorders.
- Explore the basic workup necessary to determine the appropriate treatment and referral pathway
- The Brave New World of Orthopaedic Practice in 2027
- The impact of the internet on patient care
- Illustrate new technologies in Orthopaedics; AI, Computer guidance, Robotics
- The patient with back pain, a systematic approach to management
- Cite the basic causes and employ a diagnosis based treatment algorithm
- Examine when treatment is urgent and referral is necessary
Venue Information
Like her two sister ships, the sturdy Azamara Journey® is a mid-sized beauty with a deck plan well-suited to the needs of modern voyagers.
You’ll never feel crowded in the comfortable social spaces of our bars, restaurants, lounges, Casino and Cabaret. Nor will you feel like a sardine jammed in around the pool, where our attentive staff is always ready to offer a complimentary bottled water, soft drink or fresh towel. Staterooms feature modern amenities, furnishings, and European linens. And one of the greatest features of this ship is the large number of staterooms with verandas.
There’s nothing better than opening your door to the fresh sea air and views. Azamara’s friendly ships are an altogether wonderful place to call your home away from home!
Itinerary & Schedule
| Day |
Date |
Port / Location |
Arrival Time |
Departure Time |
Conference |
| Day 1 |
June 17th |
Dublin, Ireland |
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| Day 2 |
June 18th |
Dublin, Ireland |
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8:00am - 3:30pm |
| Day 3 |
June 19th |
Dublin, Ireland |
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| Day 4 |
June 20th |
Dublin, Ireland |
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8:00pm |
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| Day 5 |
June 21st |
Belfast, Northern Ireland |
7:30am |
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| Day 6 |
June 22nd |
Belfast, Northern Ireland |
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5:00pm |
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| Day 7 |
June 23rd |
Donegal (Killybegs) |
8:00am |
7:00pm |
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| Day 8 |
June 24th |
Galway, Ireland |
9:00am |
7:00pm |
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| Day 9 |
June 25th |
Foynes, Ireland |
7:00am |
8:00pm |
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| Day 10 |
June 26th |
Bantry Harbour, Ireland |
8:00am |
6:00pm |
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| Day 11 |
June 27th |
Waterford, Ireland |
8:00am |
8:00pm |
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| Day 12 |
June 28th |
Cork (Cobh), Ireland |
7:30am |
10:00pm |
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| Day 13 |
June 29th |
At Sea |
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8:00am - 4:00pm |
| Day 14 |
June 30th |
Portsmouth, England |
6:00am |
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Dublin, Ireland
Dublin offers a wealth of historic sites dating back to a 1,000-year-old Viking village (including pubs that are almost as old), and as one might expect of the Irish, there is a tale to be told about every one. Today arrival at the Dublin International Airport, you will make your way to the Dublin City Center Hotel.
Hotel: Iveagh Garden Hotel ( or similar)
Day 2 Dublin, Ireland
Attend morning and afternoon CME sessions. Evening at leisure to enjoy Dublin.
Day 3 Dublin, Ireland
Today you will embark Azamara Journey to being your intensive Ireland sailing. You will enjoy your first overnight port allowing for plenty of time to experience the best of Dublin.
Day 4 Dublin, Ireland
While in port you will continue to have the opportunity to explore more of Dublin and its surroundings.
Days 5 & 6 Belfast, Ireland
In the early 1900’s Belfast had the world’s largest shipyard; now the city and riverfront are undergoing a transformation, but many Victorian and Edwardian buildings still sport the carved heads of royalty.
Day 7 Donegal ( Killybegs ), Ireland
On the banks of the River Eske in the shadow of the Blue Stack Mountains lies Donegal, an authentically Irish village where great chieftains once ruled the countryside.
Day 8 Galway, Ireland
With its storied history, brightly colored shops, excellent bars and restaurants, traditional music sessions, and over 122 festivals and events each year, Galway may be Ireland’s most enchanting city.
Day 9 Foynes, Ireland
Halfway down the majestic River Shannon. Foynes is a port with its fair share of aviation and culinary history. Plus, it provides easy access to Ireland’s charming countryside & the city of Limerick.
Day 10 Bantry Harbour, Ireland
Immortalized in a popular Irish folk song, Bantry Bay is one of Ireland’s most captivating seaside scenes. Postcard-perfect towns abound, and nature’s wonder is full display around every turn. Part of the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way, the region’s stunning coastal beauty is matched only by the authentic, warm welcome you’ll receive from friendly locals
Day 11 Waterford, Ireland
The Vikings who founded Waterford in 914 were not the first settlers here, with Neolithic stones and megalithic tombs a testament to much older cultures; of course, Waterford is now famous for its glassworks.
Day 12 Cobh, Ireland
The seaside town of Cobh is known for its great maritime heritage and history and is renowned as the last port of call for RMS Titanic—and since that fateful day in 1912, it has remained largely unchanged.
Day 13 At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Attend morning and afternoon CME Sessions. In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.
Day 14 Portsmouth, England
Step into the vibrant city of Portsmouth. Explore iconic ships like the HMS Victory at the National Musuem of the Royal Navy. Or wander through Gunwharf Quays, a lively waterfront destination filled with designer outlets and trendy restaurants.
Today you will disembark Azamara Journey after having spent 11 nights on board exploring all the best of what Ireland has to offer.
Pre-And-Post Conference 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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