Faculty & Conference Details
Dr. Robert Hauptman
Specialty:
Family Medicine
About The Speaker
Dr. Hauptman is a former pain consultant who worked in St. Albert, Alberta. Dr. Hauptman had extensive experience working with complex pain patients in two tertiary pain clinics in Edmonton. In addition to working as a pain consultant in St. Albert and Edmonton, Dr. Hauptman also had outpatient clinics in Vermillion and Fort McMurray.
Dr. Hauptman was one of the founding members of both the Pain Society of Alberta and the AMA Section of Chronic Pain. He has served as President of both organizations.
Currently Dr. Hauptman works as a family physician in St. Albert. He offers a wide scope of family medicine to patients from pediatrics to geriatrics with a special interest in respiratory medicine and migraines.
Dr. Hauptman is a nationally recognized medical educator. He has given over 1500 presentations to physicians and health care professionals throughout Canada on subjects ranging from asthma to COPD to chronic pain management. Dr. Hauptman has been involved in the development of over 50 Mainpro presentations approved by the College of Family Physicians of Canada. He also participates in student education in medicine, pharmacy and nursing.
Dr. Hauptman is currently an Assistant Clinical Professor with the U of A Department of Family Medicine.
- Past President AMA Section Chronic Pain
- Past Chief Department of Family Medicine SGH, St. Albert.
- Assistant Clinical Professor U of A Department of Family Medicine.
- Executive Member Alberta Medical Association Chronic Pain Secton
- Past President Pain Society of Alberta
- Pain Consultant Body Restoration, Edmonton
- Past Medical Director Med Management program HealthPointe Pain Clinic in Edmonton.
- Secretary Treasurer of the Family Physicians Airways Group of Canada
- Chairperson, Scientific Committee, IPCRG 2010
Dr. Hauptman did primary care obstetrics for 10 years and has delivered over 500 babies. He still has consulting privileges at the Sturgeon Hospital in St. Albert
Alberta. Dr. Hauptman’s clinical interests include asthma and allergy medicine, COPD management, headache management and the management of complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Dr. Hauptman is married and has three children. He likes to ride his mountain bike and enjoys hiking and the outdoors.
Dr. Vu Kiet Tran
Specialty:
Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, LTC Medicine
About The Speaker
Dr. Tran is an Emergency medicine, Family Medicine, and Long-Term Care Medicine physician. He is an Assistant Professor with the University Of Toronto, Department of Family and Community Medicine. He enjoys speaking and learning.
CME Topics
More Precious than Pearls: Learn it today, Use it tomorrow
CME AWAY® by Sea Courses is pleased to invite you to a Continuing Medical Education program during a 7-Night Cruise to Italy and Croatia from August 10 to 17, 2026. Dr. Rob Hauptman and Dr. Vu Kiet Tran have developed an educational program that will be of interest to family physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals.
Dr. Hauptman is a family physician working in St. Albert, Alberta. He has been working for over 30 years as a family physician. Dr. Hauptman is a nationally recognized medical educator who has given over 1500 presentations to health care providers on a variety of medical topics including asthma, COPD, migraines, IBS and chronic pain. He has also developed many CME programs for family physicians. In addition, Dr. Hauptman is one of the founding members of the Family Physician Airways Group of Canada, the Pain Society of Alberta, and the Chronic Pain Section of the Alberta Medical Association For this CME, Dr. Hauptman’s topics will include Respiratory Medicine, Dyspnea, Menopause, Migraines, and Physician Boundaries.
Dr. Vu Kiet Tran is an Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, and Long-Term Care Medicine physician. He is an Assistant Professor with the University of Toronto, Department of Family and Community Medicine. He enjoys speaking and learning. Dr. Tran’s topics will include Syncope, Rashes, Headaches, Antibiotics to Avoid in the Elderly and Life Skills to Improve Relationships.
Dr. Hauptman and Dr. Tran are very much looking forward to seeing you on this CME Cruise in Italy and Croatia.
Dr. Hauptman-
- Migraines Don’t Have to be a Headache: Part 1: Putting out the Fire
- Diagnose migraines
- Review the red flags to be aware of when diagnosing headaches
- Describe the acute management of migraines
- Migraines Don’t Have to be a Headache: Part 2: Preventing the Fire
- Describe the lifestyle strategies that can be used to prevent migraines.
- Describe the preventive strategies for chronic and episode migraines.
- Evaluate the role of CGRP in preventing migraines.
- COPD vs Asthma: Do We Really Need to Worry About Getting the Diagnosis Right?
- Review the diagnosis of COPD and asthma
- Discuss why getting the correct diagnosis is important
- Review the natural history of COPD and asthma
- Discuss current guidelines for the treatment of asthma and COPD
- Dyspnea: Primary Care to the Rescue!
- Apply a practical approach to the diagnosis of dyspnea in primary care.
- Manage the most common causes of dysnpea in primary care.
- Differentiate between COPD and Asthma.
- Lets Talk About Menopause
- Differentiate between perimenopause and menopause
- Feel confident in discussing menopause symptoms with their patients
- Develop a treatment plan for patients with bothersome menopause symptoms
- Understanding Boundaries in Family Medicine - Keeping Yourself Safe
- Cite the various types of boundaries that physicians face.
- Examine boundary issues in their own practice.
- Develop strategies to minimize boundary issues in their day-to-day practice.
Dr. Tran-
- Fatal headaches you cannot miss
- Identify red flags for potentially life-threatening causes of headache
- Cite which patients requires further investigations
- Manage patients with fatal headaches
- Efficient Approach to Syncope
- Define syncope
- List cardiac causes of syncope
- Describe an efficient approach to investigating patients presenting with syncope
- Top antibiotics to avoid in the elderly patient
- List the antibiotics to avoid in the elderly patient
- List the adverse events and complications associated with their use
- Prescribe elder-friendly antibiotics
- How to avoid medical errors that is produced by your brain
- Point out cognitive shortcuts we all use that leads to errors.
- Reduce errors in medical decision-making.
- Improve insight into your own decision-making process
- Fatal rashes you cannot miss
- Examine dermatological red flags
- Investigate serious rashes “not yet determined”
- Manage some fatal rashes
- Life skills to improve your personal and professional relationships
- Explore some crucial leadership skills that will improve the quality of your professional and personal life
- Illustrate how these skills can improve your professional efficiency and reduce medical errors
Venue Information
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On Board World-Class Cuisine
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An Experience Above the Rest
Our crew is as diverse and captivating as the places to which we travel. And each one of them believes that modern luxury means providing service that's intuitive about what would make you happiest before you've even requested it. The chocolate on your pillow each night? That's just the icing on the cake. We serve up the boldest shows at sea --- including award-winning Broadway musicals and spotlight-stealing original productions in the Main Theater. From musicals to sing along to and stunt shows that will keep you at the edge of your seat, to cheeky adult game shows and comedians that keep the belly-laughs coming all night --- this is entertainment on a cruise like never before.
Itinerary & Schedule
| Day |
Date |
Port / Location |
Arrival Time |
Departure Time |
Conference |
| Day 1 |
August 10th |
Ravenna (Venice), Italy |
|
5:00pm |
Welcome Reception: 6:00pm - 7:00pm |
| Day 2 |
August 11th |
Koper, Slovenia |
8:00am |
5:00pm |
|
| Day 3 |
August 12th |
Split, Croatia |
9:00am |
6:00pm |
|
| Day 4 |
August 13th |
Dubrovnik, Croatia |
8:00am |
6:00pm |
|
| Day 5 |
August 14th |
Kotor, Montenegro |
7:00am |
6:00pm |
|
| Day 6 |
August 15th |
At Sea |
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CME TBA |
| Day 7 |
August 16th |
Naples/Capri, Italy |
7:00am |
6:00pm |
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| Day 8 |
August 17th |
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy |
5:00am |
|
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 | August 10, 2026 | Ravenna (Venice), Italy
Discover enchanting Ravenna, home of some of Italy’s most captivating hidden gems including 8 UNESCO World Heritage sites. This charming seaside port is a haven for art and architecture lovers showcasing Christian mosaics, majestic churches and impressive palaces. Before your cruise, spend a couple of days exploring Ravenna — once the capital of the Western Roman Empire and a thriving hub for craftsmen, artists and master masons. Plus, take advantage of your proximity to visit Venice or Bologna — both less than 2-and-a-half hours by car. Wander through Venice’s iconic St. Mark’s Basilica and ride a gondola beneath the Rialto Bridge or eat your way around Bologna’s Mercato Delle Erbe and catch amazing views from the top of Asinelli Tower. Cruising from Ravenna gives you the opportunity to go off the beaten path and to visit Venice’s famous canals or Bologna’s enchanting streets. Your ship departs promptly at 5:00 pm, so plan to arrive at least 2-3 hours early to account for checking in and boarding protocols. During this time, many of the ship's amenities are open and operating, so feel free to start your vacation early.
Day 2 | August 11, 2026 | Koper, Slovenia
Discover the historical center of Koper, where architecture like the 15th-century Praetorian Palace and vast Tito Square evoke an alternative (and delightfully less crowded) version of Venice. Spend a sunny day basking on the pebbled shore of Mestna Plaza beach or beat the heat (and say "na zdravje," which is Slovenian for "cheers") within the sanctuary of the Vinakoper wine cellar.
Day 3 | August 12, 2026 | Split, Croatia
Split's town center is compact, so you can see its main sights in a morning. This includes Diocletian's Palace, the large and ancient fortress that constitutes approximately half of Split's Old Town; and Riva, its infamous seaside promenade lined with cafes and restaurants. In the afternoon, relax at one of Split's beaches or do a half-day cruise to picturesque Brac Island.
Day 4 | August 13, 2026 | Dubrovnik, Croatia
Thick 16th-century stone walls encase the entire Old Town of Dubrovnik. But you’ll find boundless adventures among its orange-roofed ramparts. Explore the perfectly preserved Rector’s Palace and enter beloved St. Blaise’s Church. Browse Croatian art and history museums— or kayak crystal blue waters, with the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ shimmering in the distance.
Day 5 | August 14, 2026 | Kotor, Montenegro
Discover all Kotor has to offer. Explore the monuments and museums inside the city's picturesque Old Town, where you can also enjoy a fresh seafood lunch — try riblja corba, the local fish soup. Or enjoy a breathtaking panorama of Kotor, either from the fortifications that rise above it or across the bay in Prcanj.
Day 6 | August 15, 2026 | At Sea
Day 7 | August 16, 2026 | Naples / Capri, Italy
The third-largest Italian city and one of the oldest in Europe, Naples combines deep history and modern verve. Check out the extravagant Royal Palace of Naples, the former home of the royal family, with its beautiful tapestries and frescoes. People-watch from a streetside cafe in the Sanita district with a glass of wine and slice of classic margherita pizza.
Day 8 | August 17, 2026 | Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
With 28 centuries of celebrated history, Rome holds the edge when it comes to unrivaled adventures. The city that sparked the world’s largest empire is very much alive today with a jumble of ancient ruins, world-renowned art and vivacious street culture. Here you can live la dolce vita, recalling the glory days of Ancient Rome and twirling forks full of pasta in a trattoria. Ride past centuries-old basilicas in a three-wheeled Ape Calessino, or stand in awe of paintings by Italian masters at Villa Borghese. Whether it’s Vatican City’s spiritual allure, Trastevere’s backstreet charms, or the Colosseum’s embattled legacy— The Eternal City endures with endless adventures. The cruise may have ended, but there are still some great activities to enjoy in the area.
Pre-And-Post Conference Information
There are no pre or post tours for this itinerary. To build your own or to simply add hotel nights, please speak with your Advisor.
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