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Vancouver to Hawaii – September 20-October 3, 2024

On Board Celebrity Edge

Topics: Emergency MedicineFamily Medicine

Departing September 20th, 2024 - October 3rd, 2024

13-Nights, 6 Ports, 5 Sea Days

– Vancouver, British Columbia –

Astoria, Oregon –

Hilo, Hawaii –

Kailua Kona, Hawaii –

Napali Coast, Kauai, Hawaii (cruising)–

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii –

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Faculty & Conference Details

Dr. Chris Altmeyer

Dr. Chris Altmeyer

Specialty:

Family & Emergency Medicine

About The Speaker

Dr. Chris Altmeyer is a retired regular force military flight surgeon and basic dive medicine qualified family physician who currently works at Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital in Alberta as a hospitalist and emergency medicine physician. Additional medical interests and areas of practice include: ring-side combative sports physician, ongoing occupational medicine to the Canadian Armed Forces, University of Alberta Associate Clinical Professor teaching, and Medical Assistance in Dying assessments and provisions.

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau

Specialty:

Family Medicine

About The Speaker

Dr. Barbeau is a full-scope family physician with a special interest in Mental Health and Addictions. She attended the University of Western Ontario for her B.A., McGill University for her Masters of Science (Applied) and McMaster University for her Doctor of Medicine. Dr. Barbeau completed her residency at the Northern Ontario Family Medicine (NOFM) residency program. She is currently the Lead Physician at the Superior Family Health Team, an Addiction Medicine Physician at the RAAM (Rapid Access Addiction Medicine) Clinic as well as being Head of Service for Addiction Medicine at the Sault Area Hospital. As well, she is the Medical Director for the Sexual Assault and Care Clinic (SACC). Dr. Barbeau is a life-long learner and enjoys teaching medical students and residents as an Associate Professor at NOSM (Northern Ontario School of Medicine). She is a speaker and involved in research in Addiction Medicine. She is excited to share her learning to date and learn from others as well!

CME Topics

Emergency Medicine & Rural Family Medicine

CME Away is pleased to invite you to a Continuing Medical Education program during a 13 Night Cruise from Vancouver to Hawaii. Dr. Chris Altmeyer is a Family Physician practicing in Alberta. His interests include Emergency Medicine and Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID). Dr. Brynlea Barbeau is a family physician from Sault Ste. Marie Ontario. She has special interests in dermatology, palliative care addiction medicine and mental health. Dr. Altemeyer and Dr. Barbeau have developed an educational program that will be of interest to family physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals. Dr. Altmeyer’s Topics will include Pulmonary Embolism, the presentation of Syncope in the ER, MAID, Nutrition and Managing Stress. Dr. Barbeau’s topics will include the History of Addiction, Adult ADHD, Alcohol and Opioid Use Disorder, Management of Mood Disorders, Physician Wellness, and Insomnia. Dr. Altemeyer and Dr. Barbeau are very much looking forward to seeing you on this Cruise from Vancouver to Hawaii.

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau

  • Adult ADHD
  • Alcohol-Use Disorder (AUD)
  • Opioid-Use Disorder (OUD)
  • Augmentation Strategies for Anxiety and Depression
  • Insomnia
  • Physician Wellness
  • History of Addiction

Dr. Altmeyer 

  • Stress-Normative, Essential and Modifiable
  • Diet– Avoid lifestyle preventable diseases
  • Getting Started in MAID—Overview of Assessments and Provisions
  • ‘Don’t Tell My Son!’ - Presentation of a Difficult MAID Case
  • Cognitive Biases in Medical Thinking
  • Syncope Chief Complaint in the ER/Urgent Care—an approach
  • Pulmonary Embolism Case Presentation

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 $1395
Specialist $1395
Resident, Retired, NP, RN, PA, Other $1195
Conference Tuition Book Before December 20th, 2023 Book After December 20th, 2023
FP $1245 $1395
Specialist $1245 $1395
Resident, Retired, NP, RN, PA, Other $1045 $1195

Vancouver to Hawaii – September 20-October 3, 2024

On Board Celebrity Edge

Sailing September 20th, 2024 - October 3rd, 2024

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Faculty & CME Details

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau

Dr. Brynlea Barbeau

Specialty:

Family Medicine

About The Speaker

Dr. Barbeau is a full-scope family physician with a special interest in Mental Health and Addictions. She attended the University of Western Ontario for her B.A., McGill University for her Masters of Science (Applied) and McMaster University for her Doctor of Medicine. Dr. Barbeau completed her residency at the Northern Ontario Family Medicine (NOFM) residency program. She is currently the Lead Physician at the Superior Family Health Team, an Addiction Medicine Physician at the RAAM (Rapid Access Addiction Medicine) Clinic as well as being Head of Service for Addiction Medicine at the Sault Area Hospital. As well, she is the Medical Director for the Sexual Assault and Care Clinic (SACC). Dr. Barbeau is a life-long learner and enjoys teaching medical students and residents as an Associate Professor at NOSM (Northern Ontario School of Medicine). She is a speaker and involved in research in Addiction Medicine. She is excited to share her learning to date and learn from others as well!

Dr. Chris Altmeyer

Dr. Chris Altmeyer

Specialty:

Family & Emergency Medicine

About The Speaker

Dr. Chris Altmeyer is a retired regular force military flight surgeon and basic dive medicine qualified family physician who currently works at Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital in Alberta as a hospitalist and emergency medicine physician. Additional medical interests and areas of practice include: ring-side combative sports physician, ongoing occupational medicine to the Canadian Armed Forces, University of Alberta Associate Clinical Professor teaching, and Medical Assistance in Dying assessments and provisions.

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 December 20th, 2023 Book After December 20th, 2023
FP $1045 $1195
Specialist $1045 $1195
Resident, Retired, NP, RN, PA, Other $845 $995

Venue Information

13-Nights, 6 Ports, 5 Sea Days

– Vancouver, British Columbia –

Astoria, Oregon –

Hilo, Hawaii –

Kailua Kona, Hawaii –

Napali Coast, Kauai, Hawaii (cruising)–

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii –

Additional Noteworthy Features

Hawaii is a destination perfectly designed for naturally beautiful vacations framed by the Pacific Ocean. Guests depart from Vancouver, British Columbia and can make the most of overnights in Honolulu and Lahaina, Maui, including the world-famous Kaanapali Beach. Blissful days on board include soft, Hawaiian breezes, and elevated accommodations. Celebrity Edge℠ is the first ship in our highly anticipated Edge® series. With an innovative outward-facing design and visionary spaces that stand apart from anything else at sea, Celebrity Edge will revolutionize the way you experience the world. Discover the unparalleled luxury of The Retreat®, exclusively for guests of The Retreat®. Unwind in transformational accommodations that blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Soar above the sea on the Magic Carpet℠. Surrender to the carefree pleasures of the Rooftop Garden. And embark on a culinary journey through an unrivaled collection of restaurants, bars, and lounges.

An Escape Within an Escape

More than a room. Exhilarating days of discovering the world deserve an equally wonderful place to recharge. Revel in stylish design. Sink into exquisite bedding. Bask in the breathtaking views. Our array of luxurious accommodations has been artfully created to make your stay warm and welcoming.

On Board World-Class Cuisine

Our menus, crafted by Michelin-starred chef, Cornelius Gallagher, are inspired by, and locally sourced from, the amazing regions we visit. Choose casual or upscale, sushi or Italian, dining room or alfresco under the stars. With up to a dozen  specialty restaurants, and an array of bars, lounges, and clubs, every experience takes you on a journey. And with Celebrity's Select Dining, when you dine, and with whom, is entirely up to you.

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.

Outstanding Service

On a Celebrity vacation, you're not just sailing with our ships—you're sailing with our service. For 25 years that's been our  calling card—the main reason why our guests cruise with us year after year. From your stateroom attendant to our attentive pool butlers, we're always there with a smile and a helping hand. Our outstanding customer service and on board services are intuitive, so you can enjoy your vacation to its fullest.
  • Knowledgeable, personalized, genuine service
  • Suite class butlers
  • Certified sommeliers in every restaurant
  • Twice daily makeup and turn down service
  • Nearly 2:1 guest to crew ratio
  • Crew from over 50 diverse cultures dedicated to creating a world class experience for each guest, every time

Itinerary & Schedule

Date Port / Location Arrival Time Departure Time Notes / Details
September 20th Vancouver, British Columbia 5:00pm
September 21st Astoria, Oregon 10:00am 6:00pm
September 22nd At Sea 8:00am-12:15pm
September 23rd At Sea
September 24th At Sea 8:00am-12:00pm
September 25th At Sea 8:00am-12:00pm
September 26th At Sea 8:00am-11:15am
September 27th Hilo, Hawaii 8:00am
September 28th Hilo, Hawaii 5:00pm
September 29th Kailua Kona, Hawaii 8:00am
September 30th Kailua Kona, Hawaii 5:00pm
October 1st Napali Coast, Kauai (Cruising), Hawaii 10:30am 5:00pm
October 2nd At Sea
October 3rd Honolulu, Hawaii 7:00am

Detailed Port Descriptions

Day 1 | September 20, 2024 | Vancouver, British Columbia

Among the world's most liveable cities - diverse, cultural, beautiful - this culinary capital treats you to fresh local seafood, farm-to-table produce, and authentic Asian flavors. West Coast architecture - modernism with a woodsy bent - emerged here. But while downtown shines with steel and glass, its epicenter is green Stanley Park, a 1,000-acre oasis of spectacular beaches, trails, and views. North of town, ride scenic Sea to Sky Highway along the coast and through the forest toward Whistler, 2,200 feet above sea level. On your way, behold lofty Shannon Falls and brave the heart-pounding Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge.

Day 2 | September 21, 2024 | Astoria, Oregon

Hundreds of Victorian homes line the steep, wooded hillsides of America's oldest settlement west of the Rockies. Stroll through the revitalized 1920's-era downtown of this picturesque community set at the mouth of the Columbia River, or travel a few miles to Fort Clatsop, where Lewis and Clark encamped during the winter of 1805-06.  

Days 3—7 | September 22—26, 2024 | At Sea

 While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination.

Days 8—9 | September 27—28, 2024 | Hilo, Hawaii

Located on the lush coast of the Big Island, Hilo is home to two of the most spectacular waterfalls in all of creation: Rainbow Falls in the south and the mammoth Akaka Falls in the north. Hilo is also home to Volcanoes National Park and the imposing Kilauea Volcano.

Days 10—11 | September 29—30, 2024 | Kailua Kona, Hawaii

This was once the seat of power from which the great King Kamehameha ruled his island empire. Located on the picturesque Kona Coast, where some of the world's best coffee is harvested, Kailua-Kona is close to the marine sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay. This snorkeling haven is also home to the Captain Cook Monument.

Days 12 | October 1, 2024 | Napali Coast, Kauai, Hawaii (Cruising)

Located on the greenest of the Hawaiian islands known as “the Garden Isle”, Kauai Cruise Port is situated in Nawiliwili, southeast of the main town of Lihue and near the beautiful Kalapaki Beach, in the southeastern part of the island. You can witness majestic waterfalls, mysterious sea caves and lush green valleys while cruising along the azure coastline. You’ll also see the shoreline's steep cliffs that rise as high as 4,000 feet above sea level.

Day 13 | October 2, 2024 | At Sea

Day 14 | October 3, 2024 | Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii

Home to most of Oahu’s population, the port city of Honolulu extends across the southern shores of the island and offers multiple fascinating attractions. From Pearl Harbor to Iolani Palace, the only royal palace in the United States, there’s so much to discover on a cruise to Honolulu. Visit the Honolulu Museum of Art for beautiful art collections that reflect Hawaii’s contemporary cultural landscape, including superb Asian art and fascinating Pacific and Polynesian artifacts. Experience the Hawaiian tropical rainforest on a short 2-mile hike along the Manoa Falls Trail or visit the 200-acre Lyon Arboretum, which has one of the largest collections of palm trees in the world and over 5,000 tropical species flourish. Then, head over to in Honolulu’s Chinatown neighborhood for tasty noodles, juicy dumplings, and fresh seafood.

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