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Mauritius & South Africa – January 20 – February 3, 2026

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Departing January 20th, 2026 - February 3rd, 2026

Embark on a journey of discovery, unlocking the wonders of Southern Africa with Azamara Cruises. Experience the natural wonders of the Cape Peninsula on this journey to the Cape of Good Hope, where two oceans meet.

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Faculty & Conference Details

Dr. Mitchell Shulman

Dr. Mitchell Shulman

Specialty:

Emergency Medicine

About The Speaker

Dr. Mitch Shulman (or “Dr Mitch” as he’s known to those who follow him on radio, TV and in print) has always loved teaching. He’s an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at McGill and an attending physician in the emergencies of the 2 campuses of the McGill University Health System teaching medical students and residents. He has presented at McGill’s Thursday Evening Lecture series and its Lunchtime Webinars, at the McGill Refresher Course for Family Physicians and at many other professional meetings. He’s an ACLS Master Instructor. He’s also actively engaged in educating the public. He appears daily on Bell Media Radio, weekly on Global TV’s, Montreal This Morning and is an award-winning columnist with a weekly column in the largest English language weekly in Quebec, The Suburban. He volunteers his time speaking at many charitable events.

After completing his undergraduate training at Harvard, he came back home to Montreal to attend McGill Medical School and then did a residency in Emergency Medicine (where he was Chief Resident). He was among the first Royal College certified Emergency Medicine specialists (1983) and served as an examiner for the Royal College. He was acting Director of the Emergency Department and served as its Research Director. He’s been a community doc and an occupational health physician. Currently, as well as his emergency department clinical responsibilities, he also serves as a medical scientist on an ethics review committee and works at the McGill Student Health Center. His commitment to his community runs deep. He was its Medical Director responsible for First Response and coached hockey to the Junior level. He still refs local ice hockey and plays. His philosophy on teaching has always been that we all have valuable knowledge to share and so he sincerely looks forward to hearing from you as we share the learning at this Sea Courses event.

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CME Topics

Dr. Shulman-

  • Concussion: It’s Not Just About Athletes
    • Understand the causes and pathophysiology of concussion
    • Develop an understanding of the situations where concussions can occur without direct trauma to the head
    • Review / understand the logic behind the guidelines on management of concussion and how to apply them
  • Office Emergencies: Do You Know What To Do?  
    • How to deal with medical emergencies (such as syncope)
    • How to stock / equip your office for emergencies
    • How to prepare for disruptions to your practice caused by natural and man-made disasters
    • How to protect your patients and staff
  • Dr Google Says…. A guide to how the Internet and social media can affect your practice of medicine
    • Identify how patients use the internet
    • How you can use the Internet safely and ethically in your practice
    • Explore the laws relating to and learn how best to handle being recorded and recording your own patient interactions
    • Some interesting medical stories from the Internet
  • Managing Pain in the Emergency Room: Useful tips that you can apply elsewhere too!
    • A structured approach to manage patient pain
    • Understand why it's important to manage patient pain
    • How to manage the pain without medications
    • How to safely and effectively use pain medications
  • Basic & Advanced Cardiac Life Support:  Latest  Updates: What Do They Mean For Me and My Patients? 
    • Review the BCLS and ACLS algorhythms and the most recent updates
    • Understand the algorhythms
    • Review how to practically apply them
    • How our experience with Covid-19 has modified our practice
  • ENT Emergencies: From Nose Bleeds To Orbital Cellulitis: What You Need to Know to Handle Common and Uncommon ENT Emergencies
    • Review some common and some rare but serious ENT Emergencies
    • Focus on serious complications and diagnoses that you must not miss
  • Emergency Procedures For Non-Emergency Docs: Tricks to Help You Manage The “Crashing” Patient
    • How to do venous cut-downs and intra-osseous lines
    • Common problems using chest tubes
    • How to use glue safely and effectively
    • How to get extra doses of adrenalin from an Epipen
  • Managing COPD in the ED: Information that will help in your office too!
    • At the end of this session participants will:
    • Have a more complete understanding of the significance of the disease
    • Be able to managing it more effectively
    • Understand and be able to apply logical and safe criteria for admission and discharge
    • Be able to minimize COPD exacerbations/recurrences

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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 April 15th, 2025 Book After April 15th, 2025
FP $1295 $1445
Specialist $1295 $1445
Resident, Retired, NP, RN, PA, Other $1095 $1245

Mauritius & South Africa – January 20 – February 3, 2026

On Board Azamara Journey

Sailing January 20th, 2026 - February 3rd, 2026

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Faculty & CME Details

Dr. Mitchell Shulman

Dr. Mitchell Shulman

Specialty:

Emergency Medicine

About The Speaker

Dr. Mitch Shulman (or “Dr Mitch” as he’s known to those who follow him on radio, TV and in print) has always loved teaching. He’s an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at McGill and an attending physician in the emergencies of the 2 campuses of the McGill University Health System teaching medical students and residents. He has presented at McGill’s Thursday Evening Lecture series and its Lunchtime Webinars, at the McGill Refresher Course for Family Physicians and at many other professional meetings. He’s an ACLS Master Instructor. He’s also actively engaged in educating the public. He appears daily on Bell Media Radio, weekly on Global TV’s, Montreal This Morning and is an award-winning columnist with a weekly column in the largest English language weekly in Quebec, The Suburban. He volunteers his time speaking at many charitable events.

After completing his undergraduate training at Harvard, he came back home to Montreal to attend McGill Medical School and then did a residency in Emergency Medicine (where he was Chief Resident). He was among the first Royal College certified Emergency Medicine specialists (1983) and served as an examiner for the Royal College. He was acting Director of the Emergency Department and served as its Research Director. He’s been a community doc and an occupational health physician. Currently, as well as his emergency department clinical responsibilities, he also serves as a medical scientist on an ethics review committee and works at the McGill Student Health Center. His commitment to his community runs deep. He was its Medical Director responsible for First Response and coached hockey to the Junior level. He still refs local ice hockey and plays. His philosophy on teaching has always been that we all have valuable knowledge to share and so he sincerely looks forward to hearing from you as we share the learning at this Sea Courses event.

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Specialty:

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About The Speaker

Speaker to be announced

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 April 15th, 2025 Book After April 15th, 2025
FP $1045 $1195
Specialist $1045 $1195
Resident, Retired, NP, RN, PA, Other $845 $995

Venue Information

Embark on a journey of discovery, unlocking the wonders of Southern Africa with Azamara Cruises. Experience the natural wonders of the Cape Peninsula on this journey to the Cape of Good Hope, where two oceans meet.

Additional Noteworthy Features

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.

Itinerary & Schedule

Date Port / Location Arrival Time Departure Time Notes / Details
January 20th Port Louis, Mauritius
January 21st Port Louis, Mauritius 6:00pm
January 22nd Pointe Des Galets, Reunion 8:00am 6:00pm
January 23rd At Sea 8:00am - 12:15pm
January 24th Taolagnaro, Madagascar 8:00am 6:00pm
January 25th At Sea 8:00am - 12:00pm
January 26th At Sea 8:00am - 12:00pm
January 27th Richards Bay, South Africa 7:00am 8:00pm
January 28th Durban, South Africa 8:00am 8:00pm
January 29th At Sea 8:00am - 12:15pm
January 30th Port Elizabeth, South Africa 7:00am 10:00pm
January 31st Mossel Bay, South Africa 7:00am 3:00pm
February 1st At Sea
February 2nd Cape Town, South Africa 8:00am
February 3rd Cape Town, South Africa

Detailed Port Descriptions

Days 1 & 2 Jan 20/21 Port Louis, Mauritius

In Port Louis, the imprint of colonial power can still be seen, but it’s blended with a diverse array of cultures to create an atmosphere, that’s unique, warm, welcoming, and just the right amount of fast-paced for your cruise vacation.

Day 3 Jan 22 Pointe Des Galets, Reunion

Pointe des Galets, located on the island of Réunion, is a vibrant destination known for its bustling port and diverse cultural influences. As the main port town of Réunion, it serves as a gateway to the island’s landscapes, including volcanic peaks, lush forests, and beautiful beaches.

Day 4 Jan 23 At Sea

Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.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 5 Jan 24 Taolagnaro, Madagascar

Taolagnaro is a picturesque coastal town in southeastern Madagascar that offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Nestled between the ocean and lush mountains, Taolagnaro is known for its stunning beaches, and its proximity to diverse ecosystems, including the Nahampoana Reserve. With its charming scenery, warm local hospitality, and opportunities for adventure and relaxation, Taolagnaro is a hidden gem worth exploring.

Day 6 Jan 25 At Sea

Day 7 Jan 26 At Sea

Day 8 Jan 27 Richards Bay, South Africa

A quaint, welcoming town, Richards Bay is one of the main gateways to the vast interior African region famous for some of the most breathtaking scenery and exotic wildlife on Earth. Day 9 Jan 28 Durban, South Africa Known as “the Asian Capital of South Africa”, Durban is city on the Indian Ocean where Zulu, Indian, and European cultures thrive against the backdrop of golden sand beaches, majestic mountain ranges, and plunging valleys.

Day 9 Jan 29 At Sea

Day 10 Jan 30 Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Lovingly referred to as “The Friendly City,” Port Elizabeth is home to beautiful beaches, world-class restaurants, and the densest population of elephants in the world. Day 11 Jan 31 Mossel Bay, South Africa With one of the world’s most pleasant climates, Mossel Bay is a true treasure found on South Africa’s Garden Route. Bounded by lush natural beauty, it’s beloved for its beachy atmosphere and renowned for its connection to early human life.

Day 12 Feb 1 At Sea

Day 13 Feb 2 Cape Town, South Africa

Stunning mountainscapes and miles of coast meet world-renowned restaurants and award-winning vineyards in cosmopolitan Cape Town.

Day 14 Feb 3 Cape Town, South Africa

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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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