Program Purpose / ObjectivesObjectives:Determine history of cosmetic procedures and decisively diagnose and treat associated infectionsDiagnose and treat sexually transmitted diseaseDiscuss infectious disease case studiesDiagnose and treat MRSADiscuss new therapeutic options and length of treatment for pneumoniaAppropriately recommend influenza vaccination and treatmentDiscuss management, drug interactions and various disease patterns of HIVDiscuss the pathophysiology of Hepatitis B,C and D along with testing and prevention modalitiesBe able to accurately diagnose TB and effectively isolate patients and administer therapy to patients’contactsCombine different medications to fight MDR infectionsIdentify the presenting symptoms of the most common biological weapons agentsProperly diagnose sepsis and treat appropriatelyDiagnose vaginitisTopics:Infectious Complications of Aesthetic MedicineVaginitis/Cervical CancerSTDsCase Studies in STDsMRSA: Asian PerspectivePneumonia: Asian PerspectiveInfluenza: Our Greatest Public Health HazardHIV UpdateInfectious HepatitisTuberculosisTravel Medicine for PhysiciansNosocomial Infections: A Threat to Emerging NationsBioterrorismSepsisKey Applications:Apply update guidelines in treatments of STDs.Recognize and treat atypical infections associated with aesthetic medicine and cosmetic procedures.Utilize new diagnostic criteria and treatment options for MRSA infections, pneumonia, and influenza.Educate patients how to prepare for international travel.Apply new treatment guidelines and diagnosis of TB, HIV, and HepatitisRecognize and diagnose life-threatening bioterrorism infections, nosocomial infections, and sepsisConference Sessions generally take place during the days at sea (as cruise itinerary allows) to avoid conflicts with Ports of Call or evening entertainment.