10 night Tuamotus & Society Islands CME Cruise October 18 28, 2017

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1 Roundtrip economy airfare from LA to Papeete, Tahiti included!

2 A Tahitian Cruise is the epitome of relaxation, with postcard ready beaches in every direction you look, sun, sand, and tropical themed drinks all the stresses of work and life are easily abandoned. Let your hair down, tuck a Tiare flower behind your ear, and explore all you can, from underwater lagoons to mountainous view points. Swim with the fish, and dine like royalty aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin. Tahiti, Tuamotus, Marquesas and the Society Islands are some of the most sought after islands and motus in the world for good reason. Enjoy smiling faces and cheerful hospitality of the locals ashore and during lovely onboard cultural presentations. Here, you really can have it all... date port arrive depart Oct 18 Papeete, Tahiti Oct 19 Huahine, Society Islands Oct 20 Bora Bora, Society Islands 11:55 pm 8:00 am 5:00 pm 8:00 am cme meetings/ event Evening sail-away reception 7:00 am 12:00 pm Oct 21 Bora Bora, Society Islands 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:30 pm Oct 22 Rangiroa, Tuamotus 12:00 pm 5:30 pm Oct 23 Fakarava, Tuamotus Islands 8:00 am 5:30 pm Oct 24 At Sea 8:00 am 12:00 pm 8:00 am 11:45 am 2:15 pm 5:30 pm Oct 25 Taha a, Society Islands 9:00 am 5:00 pm 4:15 pm 5:30 pm Oct 26 Moorea, Society Islands 8:00 am 8:00 am-12:00 pm Oct 27 Moorea, Society Islands Oct 27 Papeete, Tahiti 5:00 pm 7:30 pm overnight Papeete, Tahiti Now the invigorating capital city and gateway of the country, Papeete boasts world-class resorts, spas, fine dining and unique restaurants...plus a newly refurbished airport. The urban center has much to offer visitors. Take a stroll through the new Jardins Paofai, watch the surfers on their long boards, marvel at Faarumai Waterfalls, The Blowhole, Fern Grottos. Huahine, Society Islands A deep, crystal-clear lagoon surrounds the two islands while magnificent bays and white-sand beaches add drama and solitude to their virtue. An underwater paradise you truly cannot miss! Don your snorkel or scuba gear and let the colourful corals and sea life blow your mind! Bora Bora, Society Islands Lush tropical slopes and deep valleys blossom with hibiscus, while palm-covered motus encircle the illuminated lagoon like a delicate necklace. Perfect white sand beaches give way to emerald waters where colored fish animate the coral gardens as they greet rays. You wont believe your eyes! The dramatic Mount Otemanu stands watch over the sparkling turquoise waters and sugary sands of Bora Bora, known as the most romantic island in the world. Snorkel, swim with the manta rays or enjoy an outrigger canoe ride through the lagoon and its lovely coral islands. Or rent a bicycle to go around the island. Rangiroa, Tuamotus Islands Rangiroa is simply beyond imagination with an endless horizon above the world s second largest atoll. Surrounding one of the world s greatest dive destinations, 240 islets lay upon the ocean for more than 110 miles completely encircling an infinitely deep lagoon. The beautiful oasis of land making up the most populated part of Rangiroa is surrounded by two legendary bodies of water, Moana -tea (Peaceful Ocean) and Moana-uri (wild Ocean). Oct 28 Papeete, Tahiti 8:00 am

3 Fakarava, Tuamotus Islands Pure, pristine and dreamlike, the ecosystem of this gorgeous island is home to extremely rare birds, plants and crustaceans. Quaint villages, old coral churches and welcoming people are intertwined with a spectacular lagoon creating a paradise like none other in the world. The 2nd biggest atoll in the Tuamotu Atolls this reef encloses a rich ecosystem that has been designated an UNESCO biosphere reserve. World class snorkeling and diving are among the quite atolls activities offered. Taha a (Motu Mahana), Society Islands Here the w orld melts aw ay as you explore the lagoon, dive among the reefs & discover trails that lead to hidden areas among the motu. This is Paul Gauguin Cruises private motu where they cater to your every whim and desire. Rest. Relax. Bask. Indulge. Moorea, Society Islands Breathtakingly beautiful w ith stunning landscapes await your arrival. From the verdant mountains to the azure seas and white sand beaches, there is a myriad of options for your day ashore. Take a canoe ride through the lagoon; snorkel, scuba or helmet-dive the reefs, or hike up to the Afareaitu Waterfalls. A wide and shallow lagoon surrounds the island's lush mountains where poetic threads of waterfalls tumble down fern softened cliffs. Take an ATV tour or rent a car and get yourself to Belvedere point for spectacular views of Cooks bay & Ōpūnohu Bay.

4 Your home away from home its is all about pampering yourself This ship was designed specifically to sail the shallow seas of Tahiti, French Polynesia and the South Pacific, visiting small ports that larger ships can t reach and effortlessly blending into the stunning natural beauty of the South Seas. She offers an extension of the informal, relaxing environment of the islands, coupled with five-star service, comfort, and luxury. The atmosphere aboard radiates warmth, informality, and Polynesian flair. And the beloved troupe of Gauguines - local Tahitians who serve as cruise staff, entertainers, and storytellers - add the unique personality of Tahiti to every sailing. reasons to book early best stateroom selection early bird tuition savings invite family & friends earn shipboard credits preferred group rates apply dine with whom you want whenever intuitive service throughout your voyage vast deck spaces without the crowds only 332 guests for an intimate cruising experience and small ship feel crew to guest ratio of 1 to 1.5 all ocean view accommodations nearly 70% with balconies space to guest ratio of nearly 58 to 1, one of the highest of any ship all onboard gratuities included complimentary beverages including fine w ines & premium spirits, soft drinks, bottled water, coffee & tea served throughout the ship Butler Service in categories B and above, including in-suite bar setup plus SoundDock for ipod in-suite minibar replenished daily w ith soft drinks, beer & bottled w ater state-of-the-art retractable Watersports Marina onboard dive program offering PADI certification for novices & classes at all levels onboard informative lecture program (special guest lecturers & port of call information) two elegant restaurants plus one pool-side grill, all with easy open-seating dining well-being and vegetarian selections & special dietetic menus upon request WiFi hotspots throughout the ship complimentary 24-hour room service complimentary in-room dining (order 5 star cuisine from L Etoile Restaurant menu) complimentary in-room movie channels & DVD library available cruising information experience 9 amazing ports of call balance of CME with time to relax INCLUDES ROUNDTRIP ECONOMY AIR BETWEEN LOS ANGELES & PAPEETE, TAHITI

5 The Sea Courses Commitment Sea Courses is committed to providing the best CME AWAY experience. You will quickly realize the value of combining your continuing medical education with a cruise. TRAVEL WITH EXPERIENCE. Sea Courses has provided over 300 CME cruise conferences since our inception in DREAMS COME TRUE. Memories are created. Our hallmark of distinction is to provide an experience w here freed from the pace of everyday living, physicians are able to embrace learning with renewed enthusiasm. We do this by bringing a team of very knowledgeable travel consultants, while selecting world-renowned faculty who share innovative and cutting edge CME. We only partner with cruise lines committed to offering excellent service and value and that sail to destinations that allow you to discover the world. PHARMA FREE CME. Sea Courses is proud to provide continuing medical education free from pharmaceutical industry sponsorship. Our CME team fe els strongly about the benefit of developing bias-free educational events where faculty can share their knowledge and expertise without any potential conflict of interest. SOCIALLY CONSCIOUS CME. Humanitarian aid has alw ays been a focus at Sea Courses. As health care providers, w e w itness the immense need for healing and medical services throughout the world. Also we recognize the opportunity to bring financial and medical aid to those in need. On select sailings, we also arrange visits and support of international medical projects such as Haiti Village Health, Bali Kids, Battamarang Vision clinic, and the Angkor Children s Hospital. Thank you for your interest in this conference. Our team is committed to making your CME cruise experience one you ll want to repeat again and again. Explore Currently adding new destinations for 2018 & 2019 Topics beyond traditional CME Exclusive Destination Discovery Tours Learn Accredited for FP s and specialists Practical CME filled with PEARLS Connect Networking Chat Room to meet peers Time to be with family & friends

6 Topics Cardiology CAD Going Home Atrial Fibrillation Cardiology Interventions - without instruments Cardiology Interventions - with instruments Hot off the press (internet) Magical bullets Less common diagnoses Cardiac testing Emergency Medicine Pediatric Trauma Updates Bad Ass Headaches: Potential Pitfalls Why We Should Be Ditching the Stethoscope in the ED The Geriatric Patient: The EM Perspective Pediatric Ortho Cases: Potential for Easy Misses Cognitive Loading in the ED Controversies in Head and Neck Trauma Trauma Resuscitation: When the Crap Hits the Fan The Challenges of an MD and Co. Faculty Dr. Petr Polasek, MD, FRCP C, FACC Kelowna, BC Clinical cardiologist Assistant professor of Medicine, University of British Columbia Educated in Prague, Czech Republic & trained in Saskatoon Canada Practices invasive / non interventional cardiology Actively involved in CME for 20+ years Chairman of numerous regional CME events International speaker and holds a Master Teacher Certificate Dr. Joe Nemeth MD FCFP EM Associate Professor Pediatrics/Family Medicine University Of Toronto McGill University Attending Emergency Physician Div. of Emergency Medicine Hospital for Sick Children Dept. of Emergency Medicine UHN Dept. of Emergency Medicine Brampton Civic Hospital Trauma Team Leader St-Michael's Hospital Conference sessions generally take place while the ship is cruising to minimize conflict with time in ports or onboard activities.