Faculty & Conference Details
Dr. Sol Stern
Specialty:
Family Medicine & Pain Management
About The Speaker
Dr. Sol Stern obtained his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Toronto in 1982 after obtaining a BSc and MSc at the same university. He started a family medicine practice in Oakville, Ontario in 1983 and has been practicing in Oakville ever since. Dr. Stern spends about 1/4 of his time involved in CME and has developed and collaborated on many CME workshops including the topics of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and chronic pain management. He has presented over 1000 CME programs over the last 20 years. He is married and has 4 children and 7 grandchildren.
CME Topics
Pearls in Family Medicine & Practice Management
Sea Courses is pleased to invite you to a Continuing Medical Education program during a 7 Night Cruise through Portugal. Dr. Sol Stern is the Medical Director of Sea Courses. He has presented many times in the past for Sea Courses and has developed a highly interactive educational program that will be of interest to family physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals.
Dr. Stern obtained his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Toronto in 1982 after obtaining a BSc and MSc at the same university. He started a family medicine practice in Oakville, Ontario in 1983 and has been practicing there ever since. Dr. Stern now spends about 1/2 of his time involved in CME and has developed and collaborated on many CME workshops including the topics of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke and chronic pain management. He has presented over 1000 CME programs over the last 20 years and has presented CME programs in every province in Canada.
Dr. Stern will facilitate interactive sessions on topics that are prevalent in his Family Practice such as the Opioid Crisis, Chronic Pain Management, SGLT2 Inhibitors in Diabetes and Heart Failure, Insomnia and Practice Management. Dr. Stern is very much looking forward to seeing you on this Cruise through Portugal.
Dr. Stern-
- Update on The Opioid Crisis in Canada: Reviewing the Canadian Opioid Guidelines Regarding Initiating Opioids for Chronic Pain
- Cite the challenges that physicians face in managing CNCP
- Summarize Approaches to Safe Initiation of Opioids in Managing CNCP
- Approach to treating chronic pain without Opioids
- Site the non-opioid treatment options available to help manage chronic pain.
- Evaluate the potential benefits and risk of non-opioid medications.
- Managing Patients with AF and CAD
- After completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Weigh the risks/benefits of single, dual, and triple therapy in patients with concomitant AF and CAD
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- Apply recommendations from the 2016 CCS Focused Update of the Guidelines for the Management of Atrial Fibrillation and the 2018 CCS/CAIC Focused Update of the Guidelines for the Use of Antiplatelet Therapy for managing patients with concomitant AF and CAD
- SGLT2 inhibitors/GLP-1 receptor agonists in patients with DM and CVD
- Describe the patient who should be treated with an SGLT2i or GLP-1 agonist.
- Explain the rationale for this treatment and the potential benefits.
- Describe the steps for initiating and monitoring therapy for patients with diabetes.
- Practice Management: From EMR to Websites to Apps
- Discuss the use of the Electronic Medical Record and Information Technology in Medical Practice
- Analyze the potential benefits and risks of e-mail communication and practice websites.
- Insomnia
- Outline a method to effectively assess the medical and functional impairment impact of insomnia for patients with persistent complaints of sleep disturbances.
- Evaluate and prioritize the management of insomnia by reviewing the impact of comorbidities.
- Individualize non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatments for a patient with insomnia based on clinical presentation.
- SGLT2 I in Heart Failure
- Review the signs and symptoms of Heart Failure
- Cite emerging options for the treatment for Heart Failure
- Management of Elderly Patients with Multiple Long-Term Conditions
- Explore Cases involving Colleges and Legal Issues
- Cite methods to deal with physician stress and burnout.
Venue Information
S.S. São Gabriel is the newest ship on the Douro river. Designed to embody the beautiful Douro River Valley region, this ship will offer more lavishly appointed suites than the
Queen Isabel and bring the destination to life through its décor and delectable food and wine. Butler service will be added onboard, giving guests the option to dine at any time they’d like while enjoying the ship.
INCLUSIONS
- 2 Countries: Portugal and Spain
- 7 night accommodations on board Uniworld S.S. São Gabriel
- All meals on board Uniworld S.S. São Gabriel , prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
- Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water
- 6 days of shore excursions, all hosted by English-speaking local experts.
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions.
- On board services of a Uniworld Cruise Manager
- Guided ‘Do as the Locals Do’ program
- Captivating onboard local entertainment
- Internet and Wi-Fi access in public areas
- Multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Gratuities on onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, cruise/tour manager) are included during the cruise/tour
- Port Charges
Itinerary & Schedule
| Day |
Date |
Port / Location |
Arrival Time |
Departure Time |
Conference |
| Day 1 |
March 30th |
Porto |
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| Day 2 |
March 31st |
Porto |
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2:00pm |
2:30pm-5:00pm |
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Entre-Os-Rios |
6:30pm |
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| Day 3 |
April 1st |
Entre-Os-Rios |
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12:00am |
8:00am-10:00am |
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Régua |
10:30am |
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| Day 4 |
April 2nd |
Régua |
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11:15am |
1:00pm-3:00pm |
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Vega De Terron |
11:59pm |
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| Day 5 |
April 3rd |
Vega De Terron (Salamanca) |
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12:00pm |
1:00pm-4:00pm |
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Barca D'Alva |
12:30pm |
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| Day 6 |
April 4th |
Barca D'Alva / Pinhão / Régua |
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| Day 7 |
April 5th |
Porto Guimarães |
1:30pm |
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8:30am-11:30am |
| Day 8 |
April 6th |
Porto |
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 PORTO
Arrive in Porto, the port city at the mouth of the Douro. You will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to Uniworld S.S. São Gabriel to begin your Douro River Cruise.
Day 2 PORTO, ENTRE-OS-RIOS
Portugal’s second city (after Lisbon), Porto gave its name to the nation’s most famous export, Port wine, and to the nation itself. Today, choose to explore Portugal on foot or by panoramic drive.
Day 3 ENTRE-OS-RIOS, RÉGUA
Today is all about wine, which has been cultivated in the Douro River Valley since ancient Roman times. Get a crash course on the history of Port during your visit to the Douro Museum.
Day 4 RÉGUA, POCINHO, VEGA DE TERRÓN
Go medieval today at Castelo Rodrigo, both the name of a hilltop castle as well as the village that surrounds it. The view from the top is incredible and the village is a charming place to ramble, relax and replenish. Alternatively, lace up your hiking boots and unleash your inner Indiana Jones with an up-close gander at some prehistoric carvings at an archaeological park.
Day 5 VEGA DE TERRÓN (SALAMANCA), BARCA D’ALVA
Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca—the “Golden City”—famous for its sand-colored buildings and abundance of churches. Feel the centuries fall away as your ship winds its way through the pristine, dramatic UNESCO-protected landscapes of the Douro River Valley.
Day 6 BARCA D’ALVA, RÉGUA
Head ashore for a choice of excursions, including a tasting at a prestigious Port wine estate or a vineyard hike with a wine tasting at a local quinta.
Day 7 RÉGUA (GUIMARÃES), PORTO
Explore Guimarães, the town where Portugal was born. Its well-preserved architecture and stylish young residents make it a pleasure to visit.
Day 8 PORTO
Today you will disembark Uniworld S.S. São Gabriel with amazing photos and memories of your time on the Douro River. If your cruise/tour package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Porto Airport for your flight home.
Note: The itineraries presented are subject to modification due to water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but changes may still be necessary throughout the cruise. This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your final day-to-day schedule will be provided onboard on the first day of your cruise.
Pre-And-Post Conference Information
There are no pre or post tours created for itinerary. To build your own or simply add hotel nights, talk to your Advisor!
1-800-268-3273
cruises@seacourses.com
