Faculty & Conference Details
Dr. Steven Moss
Specialty:
Paediatrics
About The Speaker
Steven is a Toronto Community Paediatrician and a Staff Emergency Room Physician at the Hospital for Sick Children. He was awarded his Associate Professor designation for his advocacy work in enhancing vaccine uptake amongst vaccine hesitant populations. His latest focus is on Health Care Provider Vaccine Hesitancy, where he provided the inaugural lecture of the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, Center for Vaccine Prevention. He has publications on vaccine induced pain prevention, and a clinical pilot demonstrating lack of need for alcohol skin preparation.
Steven has earned 10 university teaching awards.
Formerly he was an active member on the Provincial Infectious Disease Advisory Committee, the Paediatric Education Director at North York General Hospital, and the Chair of the Education Committee for the Child Health Network.
He has created and implemented a vision screening and eyeglass program in 4 African Countries.
Steven has developed the science and has Health Canada recognition, for a medical device that removes influenza, coronavirus and rsv from the nose.
Dr. Rick Ward
Specialty:
Family Medicine
About The Speaker
Dr. Ward is a community-based Family Physician practicing in a large interdisciplinary medical home in NW Calgary caring for close to 25,000 patients. Dr. Ward is Clinical Associate Professor in the Cummings School of Medicine at the University of Calgary and has special clinical interest in Chronic Disease Management and Mental Health. His leadership position with Primary Care Alberta – Medical Director, Primary Care for the Calgary Zone, allows him to contribute to community-based initiatives bringing together Specialty Care and Primary Care to improve population health outcomes. For over two decades, Rick has contributed to national and regional guideline and pathway development in a variety of disease and therapeutic areas.
CME Topics
Paediatrics, Allergy Medicine & Family Medicine
CME AWAY® by Sea Courses is pleased to invite you to a 7 Night Cruise CME in the Caribbean from March 15 to 22, 2026. Dr. Steven Moss and Dr. Rick Ward have developed an interactive educational program that will be of interest to family physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals.
Dr. Moss is a Toronto Community Paediatrician and a Staff Emergency Room Physician at the Hospital for Sick Children. He was awarded his Associate Professor designation for his advocacy work in enhancing vaccine uptake amongst vaccine hesitant populations. His latest focus is on Health Care Provider Vaccine Hesitancy, where he provided the inaugural lecture of the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, Center for Vaccine Prevention. Steven has earned university 10 teaching awards. He has created and implemented a vision screening and eyeglass program in 4 African Countries. He has developed the science and has Health Canada recognition, for a medical device that removes influenza, coronavirus and RSV from the nose.Bottom of Form. Dr. Moss’s topics for this program will include Immunization Updates, Paediatric rashes, Childhood Obesity and Periodic Health Exam for Infants and Adolescents.
Dr. Rick Ward is a community-based Family Physician practicing in a large interdisciplinary medical home in Calgary, caring for close to 25,000 patients. Dr. Ward is Clinical Associate Professor in the Cummings School of Medicine at the University of Calgary and has special clinical interest in Chronic Disease Management and Mental Health. His leadership position with Primary Care Alberta - Medical Director, Primary Care for the Calgary Zone, allows him to contribute to community-based initiatives bringing together Specialty Care and Primary Care to improve population health outcomes. For over two decades, Rick has contributed to national and regional guideline and pathway development in a variety of disease and therapeutic areas. Dr. Ward’s presentations will include Dyslipidemia, Diabetes, Sleep Disorders, adult ADHD, Obesity and Sex Medicine.
Dr. Moss and Dr. Ward are very much looking forward to seeing you at this CME event in the Western Caribbean.
Dr. Moss-
- Periodic Health Exam: infants/toddlers
- Review recommendations from American/Canadian Guidelines
- Engage in discussion of what your peers are practicing
- Periodic Health Exam: Adolescents
- Review recommendations form American/Canadian Guidelines
- Engage in discussion of what your peers are practicing
- I’ve got this rash
- Spot common rases presenting to community settings
- Learn how to mange the rash
- Immunization Update in Pediatrics
- Learn about new vaccine recommendations
- Develop an approach to vaccine hesitancy
- Quick Hits: Management of common Pediatric Infectious Illnesses
- Identify common Infectious Diseases in community practice
- Learn how to manage cases with evidence-based investigations/treatments
- Obesity prevention
- Develop an approach to healthy eating habits from infancy
- Discuss how to maintain these healthy habits in childhood
Dr. Ward-
- Primary Care Lipid Challenges – a case-based approach
- Update of CCS Lipid Guidelines
- Practical approach to use of guidelines in common primary care scenarios
- Diabetes Update – so many patients, so many choices!
- Update of Diabetes Canada guidelines
- Case based approach to integrating guidelines into care
- Eating Disorders – a non-specialist approach to common eating disorders
- Review presentation and diagnosis of eating disorders
- Management approach to common eating disorders
- “To sleep, perchance to dream”
- Assess and diagnose patients who present with sleep issues
- A treatment approach to sleep disorders
- Talk therapy demystified
- Review evidence-based psychotherapy/counseling options
- Case based discussion – what therapy is most appropriate?
- Adult ADHD
- Identifying clinical presentations where ADHD should be suspected
- Approach to managing adults with ADHD
- MCI and Dementia – early detection of memory issues in primary care
- Review the diagnostic criteria for MCI and Dementia
- Identify management strategies
- Treatment Resistant (Difficult to treat) Depression
- Algorithmic approach to management of depression – emphasis on pharmacologic and non-therapeutic interventions
- Evidence based strategies for difficult to treat depression
- Weighing in on obesity management
- Initial identification and investigation of patients with obesity
- A paradigm for medical management of obesity
- Sex Medicine – a primer and overview for generalists
- Provide an overview and approach to patients presenting with sexual complaints
- Practical strategies for management of common sexual complaints
Venue Information
Zone in on bigger thrills when you sail with Independence of the Seas®. Challenge your adventure buddy to a race through The Perfect Storm℠ waterslides or catch the highest waves while you’re taming the FlowRider® surf simulator on the top deck. If you’re craving something a little more low-key, bring the whole family to a buzzworthy Broadway production or spend your afternoon lounging in one of the ship’s four pools.
Itinerary & Schedule
| Day |
Date |
Port / Location |
Arrival Time |
Departure Time |
Conference |
| Day 1 |
March 15th |
Miami, Florida |
|
4:00pm |
|
| Day 2 |
March 16th |
At Sea |
|
|
CME TBA |
| Day 3 |
March 17th |
Falmouth, Jamaica |
8:00am |
5:00pm |
|
| Day 4 |
March 18th |
George Town, Grand Cayman |
7:00am |
4:00pm |
|
| Day 5 |
March 19th |
Cozumel, Mexico |
9:30am |
7:30pm |
|
| Day 6 |
March 20th |
At Sea |
|
|
CME TBA |
| Day 7 |
March 21st |
Perfect Day at Coco Cay, Bahamas |
7:00am |
5:00pm |
|
| Day 8 |
March 22nd |
Miami, Florida |
6:00am |
|
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 | March 15, 2026 | Miami, Florida
Miami moves to a rhythm all its own— from the sun-drenched beaches to a diverse blend of cultures. Indulge in the glitzy chic of Miami Beach and explore Little Havana’s deep-rooted Cuban heritage. Unwind on Key Biscayne’s serene shorelines, pedal along Ocean Drive or paddle a kayak through Oleta River State Park’s winding mangrove channels. Head to Coconut Grove to take in the bohemian vibe. Tour the Vizcaya estate’s Renaissance-inspired gardens. Miami cruises give guests the opportunity to check out the Perez Art Museum’s contemporary collections. Whether it’s deep-sea fishing, Art Deco architecture, world-class cuisine or endless nightlife, adventure shines bright in The Magic City.
Day 2 | March 16, 2026 | At Sea
Day 3 | March 17, 2026 | Falmouth, Jamaica
Nestled right between Montego Bay and Ocho Rios, Falmouth is the perfect backdrop for discovery in Jamaica during your cruise— but there’s lots to do right there. For a relaxing ride along the shoreline, hop on horseback in Chukkah Beach. Cruise to Falmouth and head to the Water Square and jam out with the locals to live reggae. Culture cravers can get their fix during high tea at the historical Good Hope Estate overlooking the Queen of Spain Valley. And a trip to Falmouth wouldn’t be complete without chowing down on fiery jerk chicken and rum cake, two local favorites.
Day 4 | March 18, 2026 | George Town, Grand Cayman
Grand Cayman is where the high life meets island life. This international banking haven is as much known for award-winning beaches as for the flocks of celebrities and high rollers that frequent them. You can sip Cayman Mama’s while rubbing shoulders with the global glitterati. During your Grand Cayman cruise, you can snorkel with stingrays in Stingray City. Treat your inner foodie at eateries established by acclaimed top chefs like Michael Schwartz, or chow down on conch fritters by the seashore. You can even soak up some rays at one of the beaches voted best in the world, Seven Mile Beach. And do it all in the same day.
Day 5 | March 19, 2026 | Cozumel, Mexico
With its lively tropical reefs, crystal-clear waters and ancient ruins, Cozumel is ripe for one-of-a-kind adventures. Cruise to Cozumel and head to Chankanaab National Park, where you can snorkel among the colorful reefs and schools of tropical fish that give this island its premier diving status. Or travel back in time on an adventure through the towering Maya ruins of Tulum. When you’re done exploring, unwind with a beachside massage at Playa Mia. From culture savoring to soaking up sunshine, you’ll find a world of adventure waiting for you in Cozumel.
Day 6 | March 20, 2026 | At Sea
Day 7 | March 21, 2026 | Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas
This isn’t vacation days spent. This is bragging rights earned. Conquer the tallest waterslide in the Caribbean and snap a shot from up to 450 feet up in a helium balloon. Grab a drink at the swim-uget a taste of Bora Bora with p bar and soak up the scene in the largest freshwater pool in The Bahamas, your own Overwater Cabana, or let loose at the ultimate beach party just for adults at Hideaway Beach℠.
Day 8 | March 22, 2026 | Miami, Florida
Today you will disembark Independence of the Seas after having a taste of the Caribbean.
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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