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Event Date | 10-16-2023 8:00 am |
Event End Date | 10-26-2023 5:30 pm |
Location | Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla |
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The UHMS Physicians Training in Hyperbaric Medicine Course was started in 1977 with financial support from the Department of Energy and the cooperation of the US Navy. Further influence has been based on internationally accepted training objectives that were agreed upon by the Diving Medical Advisory Committee (DMAC), the European Diving Technology Committee (EDTC), and the European Committee for Hyperbaric Medicine (ECHM). This course is primarily designed for those who possess an MD, DO, or equivalent degree; however those non-physicians who will use the training in their geographic areas to enhance the safety and efficiency of diving operations will also find the course of value.
The goal of this course is to train physicians in recognizing and treating diving medical emergencies. Course educational methodology includes lectures, case presentations, video clips, printed support materials, practical exercises, and both formal and informal question and answer sessions with the faculty.
In addition to lectures on the physiology and medicine of diving, the course will include practical exposure to different types of diving equipment, recompression chambers and support systems and situational/simulation training.
Applicants for the course should possess an MD, DO, or equivalent degree. Preference will be given to those applicants who will use the training in their geographic areas to enhance the safety and efficiency of diving operations.
FORMS that must be filled out and uploaded on Registration or Emailed to uhms@uhms.org.
All students must complete the Diver Medical Participant Questionnaire if they wish to participate in diving/pressure-related activities for the upcoming PhysicianTraining in Diving Medicine course. The purpose of this Medical Questionnaire is to find out if you should be examined by your doctor before participating in recreational diver training. (Click here for Diver Medical Questionnaire form).
CME Hours: For MD/DO/PhD, or equivalent advanced degree, a Certificate of Continuing Medical Education Credits will be issued for those who complete an online evaluation form; MOC credit will be available.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego-La Jolla
4550 La Jolla Village Drive
San Diego, CA 92122
ROOM RATE:
Room Type | Single |
Standard Room | $219 |
Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes: currently, the sales tax rate is 7.75%, and the hotel occupancy tax rate is 12.73% (subject to change without notice). Quoted sleeping room rates will be offered, prior to the cut-off date, based on last room availability of contracted room types, 3 days before and 3 days after the above event dates. To confirm a sleeping room within the Room Block, the sleeping room must be secured with a valid credit card by the guest attending the Event. Checks and major credit cards are acceptable to establish prepayment. All credit cards used to prepay the room deposit may be charged immediately.
RESERVATIONS:
Deadline date to make your reservations: September 22, 2023
Online: Click here
Call in: +1 858-453-0400 (please mention: "UHMS Physicians Training")
Check-In/Out Time: Currently, the Hotel’s check-in time is 4:00PM, and check-out time is 11:00AM (subject to change without notice). All guests arriving before check-in time will be accommodated as rooms become available. The Hotel can arrange to check baggage for those arriving early when rooms are unavailable and for guests attending functions on departure day. If a guest who has requested a room within the Room Block checks out prior to the guest's reserved checkout date, the Hotel will add an early checkout fee to that guest's individual account (currently, one night room and tax). Guests wishing to avoid an early checkout fee should advise the Hotel at or before check-in of any change in planned length of stay.
Hotel Amenities:
Parking: Overnight self-parking is available for $25.00 per day, per vehicle. Rates are subject to change.
Guest Room Internet: Complimentary for UHMS guest. Basic internet is complimentary for Hilton Honors members. The hotel will provide a link for the guests of the Group to enroll in Hilton Honors prior to arrival. Enrolling in Hilton Honors will allow your Group to utilize Digital Key. This will also allow your Group to receive complimentary Wi-Fi for any future stays at Hilton hotels worldwide. Standard Wi-Fi is $14.95 for all other guests who are not Hilton Honors members. Premium Wi-Fi is $17.95. Prices subject to change.
La Jolla, CA
What to do around here
The picturesque village of La Jolla in the upmarket neighborhood of University Town Center near the University of California San Diego and Scripps Memorial Hospital. Perfect for business guests, nearby corporate premises include those of Ernst & Young, IBM, Pfizer, and Miramar Marine Corps Air Station.
Soak up some sun on one of many nearby local beaches, including La Jolla Cove. Take the family to LEGOLAND California and enjoy the thrilling rides and exciting attractions, or discover mammals and aquatic animals at San Diego Zoo and Sea World. Challenge a friend or colleague to a few rounds on the nearby Torrey Pines Golf Course, or indulge in some retail therapy at Westfield Shopping Center across the street. Things to do
LA JOLLA
La Jolla is a scenic seaside area, known for its rugged coastline. Trails wind past pine trees and sandstone canyons in Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, while two world-renowned golf courses at the Torrey Pines Golf Course, which sit atop sea cliffs. La Jolla Cove has sweeping ocean views, and the Shell Beach tide pools are home to anemones and crabs. Posh boutiques and waterfront restaurants dot walkable La Jolla Village.
EXPLORE SAN DIEGO
See all the city has to offer and discover unique experiences to help you plan the perfect trip.
Beachside attitude, Big city excitement
With near-perfect weather year-round, 70 miles of spectacular coastline, world-class attractions and a thriving urban core complete with a sophisticated art, dining and nightlife scene, San Diego has earned the name 'California’s beach city.' Average temperatures of 72 degrees, San Diego is a year-round outdoor playground. Check the weather now: https://www.sandiego.org/plan/weather.aspx
Explore San Diego’s diverse coastal, urban and inland neighborhoods, each with its own flavor. Don’t miss sampling the area's signature Cali Baja cuisine or tasting one of the hundreds of craft beers and wines bottled in the region.
After a day at the beach or other outdoor adventure, head to the party downtown at one of the sizzling nightclubs or rooftop bars. If art and culture is your passion, you’ll find an exciting hub of creativity in San Diego. Often referred to as the “Smithsonian of the West,” Balboa Park features 17 museums, numerous galleries and performing arts venues as well as the San Diego Zoo.
It’s hard to find a better destination for families. Whether you love engaging with animals or thrill rides, building sandcastles or beach bonfires, there’s plenty to entertain the entire family from sun up to sun down.
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Conveniently located just 10 minutes from downtown San Diego and serviced by 22 major and commuter airlines including non-stop flights from Mexico, Canada, Japan and the UK, San Diego International Airport is managed by the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority and receives more than 16 million passengers a year.
Airport Code: SAN
Flying into San Diego, passengers get a bird's eye view of Balboa Park, downtown and the San Diego Bay on their descent to San Diego International Airport, aka Lindbergh Field. The airport terminals are easy to navigate and offer gourmet food and drink from local restaurants.
RENTAL CARS, TOWN CARS, AND LIMOUSINES
Exploring San Diego by car is the most convenient way of getting around to all corners of the region. The freeway system is easy to navigate and the traffic is manageable other than typical work-day morning and evening rush hours.
The Rental Car Center at San Diego International Airport provides visitors with an easy, reliable, and comfortable experience for renting a vehicle. The Center is home to most of the rental car companies including national brands, local companies, and independent businesses in one central location.
Many of car rental companies also provide convenient pick-up services at many of the San Diego hotels. Just be sure to make reservations and arrangements ahead of time. Many hotel concierge services can also offer these services, so check with your hotel on what they can provide for you.
CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY: $100 administrative fee will be held on all MEETING(S)/COURSE(S) cancellations from the time you register, until 60 days prior to the meeting/course date. From 59 days to one (1) month prior, 50% of fees will be held on all cancellations. NO REFUNDS will be issued one (1) month before or after the meeting/course date.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE - subject to change
Posted: 8/10/22
Lecture / Practical | Time | Lecture Title | Faculty |
Monday, Day 1 | |||
(lecture 1) | 8am-9am: | Introduction to Diving | Dr. Pete Witucki |
(lecture 2) | 9am-10am: | Human Factors in Dive Safety | Dr. Richard Sadler |
(lecture 3) | 10am-11am: | Advanced Dive Physics #1 (Pressure) | Dr. Kaighley Brett |
(lecture 4) | 11am-12: | Advanced Dive Physics #2 (Gas Laws) | Dr. Kaighley Brett |
12-1pm: | Lunch Break | ||
(lecture 5) | 1pm-2pm: | Pulmonary Oxygen Toxicity | Dr. Kaighley Brett |
(lecture 6) | 2pm-3pm: | Dive Tables | Dr. Anthony Medak |
(lecture 7) | 3pm-4pm: | Bubble Detection | Dr. Anthony Medak |
(lecture 8) | 4pm-5pm: | Technical diving and optimal decompression | Dr. Simon Mitchell |
5pm- | Day 1 Exam | On Own | |
Tuesday, Day 2 | |||
(lecture 9) | 8am-9am: | CNS Oxygen Toxicity | Dr. Karen Van Hoesen |
(lecture 10) | 9am-10am: | Case Discussions in Hyperbaric Medicine | Dr. Pete Witucki |
(lecture 11) | 10am-12pm: | Pathophysiology and Manifestations of DCI | Dr. Simon Mitchell |
12-1pm: | Lunch Break | ||
(lecture 12) | 1pm-3pm: | Recompression Therapy and Adjuvant Treatment of DCI | Dr. Simon Mitchell |
(lecture 13) | 3pm-4pm: | Emergency Myringotomy | Dr. Charles Coffey |
(practical 1) | 4pm-5pm: | Myringotomy Lab | Dr. Charles Coffey |
5pm- | Day 2 Exam | On Own | |
Wednesday, Day 3 | |||
(lecture 14) | 8am-9am: | Maladies at Sea | Dr. Christanne Coffey |
(lecture 15) | 9am-10am: | Cold Water Immersion and Hypothermia | Dr. Christanne Coffey |
(lecture 16) | 10am-11am: | Evaluation, Intervention and Evacuation of Diving Injuries | Dr. Simon Mitchell |
(lecture 17) | 11am-12: | Return to Diving after DCI | Dr. Simon Mitchell |
12-1pm: | Lunch Break | ||
(lecture 18) | 1pm-2pm: | Non-Pulmonary Barotrauma | Dr. Chris Tomaszewski |
(lecture 19) | 2pm-3pm: | Medications Under Pressure | Dr. Chris Tomaszewski |
(lecture 20) | 3pm-4pm: | Clinical Hyperbaric Chamber Operations | Jay Duchnick RN, CHT |
(lecture 21) | 4pm-5pm: | Hyperbaric Chamber Safety | Jay Duchnick RN, CHT |
5pm- | Day 3 Exam | On Own | |
Thursday, Day 4: Hyperbaric Modular Systems, 1663 Pacific Rim Ct, San Diego, CA 92154 | |||
(lecture 22) | 8am-9am: | Introduction to Chamber SIM and Procedure Lab | Dr. Pete Witucki |
(practical 2) | 9am-5pm: | HBO Chamber Simulation Training | Instructors: Pete Witucki, Dan Popa, Davut Savaser, Richard Sadler, Charlotte Sadler, Ian Grover, Karen Van Hoesen, Jay Duchnick, Christanne Coffey |
Case 1 (Oxygen Toxicity Seizure and Altered Mental Status) | |||
Case 2 (Code in the Chamber) | |||
Case 3 (Aborted Dive and Safe Deco of Tender) | |||
Case 4 (Monoplace Chamber Emergency Procedures) | |||
(practical 3) | HBO Procedure Lab | Dr. Pete Witucki and instructors | |
Procedure Station 1 (Recognition of Tension Pneumothorax/Thoracostomy) | |||
Procedure Station 2 (Airway Management) | |||
Procedure Station 3 (Chamber ICU Equipment) | |||
Procedure Station 4 (Neurologic Exams) | |||
Procedure Station 5 (Diver/Dive Gear evaluation) | |||
5pm- | Day 4 Exam | On Own | |
Friday, Day 5: | |||
(lecture 23) | 8am-9am: | Scientific Diving: Procedures and Medical Issues | Dr. Dan Popa |
(lecture 24) | 9am-10am: | Long Term Effects of Diving | Dr. Dan Popa |
(lecture 25) | 10am-11am: | Critical Care in the Hyperbaric Chamber | Dr. Davut Savaser |
(lecture 26) | 11am-12: | Immersion Pulmonary Edema | Dr. Davut Savaser |
12-1pm: | Lunch Break | ||
(lecture 27) | 1pm-2pm: | Public Safety Diving: Procedures and Medical Issues | Dr. Richard Sadler |
(lecture 28) | 2pm-3pm: | Closed Circuit Rebreather Diving | Dr. Richard Sadler |
(practical 4) | 3pm-4pm: | Rebreather Mechanics and Hands-on Dry Session | Todd Wynn |
(practical 5) | 4pm-5pm: | Full Facemask and Underwater Comms Hands-on Dry Session | Kevin Kemmerling |
5pm- | Day 5 Exam | On Own | |
Saturday, Day 6: | |||
(practical 6) | 7am-5pm: | Pool Work: Jewish Community Center Pool | Instructors: Pete Witucki, Richard Sadler, Charlotte Sadler, Dive Rescue International staff, Lifeguard staff |
Station #1: Full Face Mask and Underwater Communications | |||
Station #2: Underwater Search Techniques | |||
Station #3: Underwater Obstacle Course | |||
Station #4: Drysuit Familiarization | |||
Station #5: Breathhold/Hypercarbia/Oxygen Pre-breathe | |||
Station #6: Re-breather Station #1 | |||
Station #7: Re-breather Station #2 | |||
Station #8: Injured Diver: Water Recovery | |||
Station #9: Injured Diver: Packaging and Transportation Decisions | |||
7-9pm | Banquet w/guest lecuture | ||
Sunday, Day 7: | |||
day off | |||
Monday, Day 8: | |||
(lecture 29) | 8am-9am: | Pulmonary Physiology and Diving | Dr. Peter Lindholm |
(lecture 30) | 9am-10am: | Pulmonary Physiology and Diving: Medical Issues | Dr. Peter Lindholm |
(lecture 31) | 10am-11am: | Cold Water Physiology | Dr. Michael Lang, PhD |
(lecture 32) | 11am-12: | Dive Profile Planning & Dive Computers | Dr. Michael Lang, PhD |
12-1pm: | Lunch Break | ||
(lecture 33) | 1pm-2pm: | Arterial Gas Embolism | Dr. Tom Neuman |
(lecture 34) | 2pm-3pm: | Intro to Surface Supplied and Saturation Diving | Dr. Pete Witucki |
(lecture 35) | 3pm-4pm: | Helium/Oxygen Dive Tables and Oxygen Pre-breathing | Dr. Pete Witucki |
(lecture 36) | 4pm-5pm: | Pre-hospital Treatment and Transport of Diving Injuries | Rob Brown |
5pm- | Day 8 Exam | On Own | |
Tuesday, Day 9: | |||
(lecture 37) | 8am-9am: | Hyperbaric Treatment Tables | Dr. Sean Hardy |
(lecture 38) | 9am-10am: | Saturation Diving Deco Procedures and Treatment Protocols | Dr. Sean Hardy |
(lecture 39) | 10am-11am: | Altitude Physiology and DCS | Dr. Leo Tanaka |
(lecture 40) | 11am-12: | Operational Diving Medical Contingencies | Dr. Sean Hardy |
12-1pm: | Lunch Break | ||
(practical 7) | 1pm-2pm: | Decompression/Treatment Tables: Small Group Exercise | Dr. Sean Hardy / Tony Alleman, MD |
(lecture 41) | 2pm-3pm: | Commercial Diving: Procedures and Medical Issues | Dr. Tony Alleman |
(lecture 42) | 3pm-4pm: | Diver Occupational Health Surveillance | Dr. Tony Alleman |
(lecture 43) | 4pm-5pm: | Hazardous Marine Life | Dr. Karen Van Hoesen |
5pm- | Day 9 Exam | On Own | |
Wednesday, Day 10: | |||
(lecture 44) | 8am-9am: | Fitness to Dive | Dr. Karen Van Hoesen |
(lecture 45) | 9am-10am: | Fitness to Dive Cases | Dr. Karen Van Hoesen |
(lecture 46) | 10am-11am: | Starting a Dive Clinic | Dr. Karen Van Hoesen |
(lecture 47) | 11am-12: | Tunneling: Procedures and Medical Issues | Dr. Owen O'Neill |
12-1pm: | Lunch Break | ||
(lecture 48) | 1pm-2pm: | Ultrasound in the Hyperbaric Chamber | Dr. Anthony Medak |
(lecture 49) | 2pm-3pm: | Diver Death Investigation | Dr. Charlotte Sadler |
(lecture 50) | 3pm-4pm: | Rebreather Diving: Medical Issues | Dr. Charlotte Sadler |
(lecture 51) | 4pm-5pm: | Current Issues in Diving Medicine: Clearance forms, COVID, 24/7 Chambers | Dr. Charlotte Sadler |
5pm- | Day 10 Exam | On Own | |
Thursday, Day 11: Hands-on Surface Supplied/Commercial Diving Day: Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC) Diving Facility: San Diego, CA 92136 | |||
(lecture 52) | 8am-9am: | Surface Supplied Diving Operations | Witucki, Sadler, Chris Scully and SWRMC staff |
(practical 8) | 9am-10am: | Facility Tour and Familiarization of Equipment and Chamber | Christopher Scully |
(practical 9) | 10am-12: | Hands-on Diving Scenarios with Emergency Simulation | Christopher Scully |
12-1pm: | Lunch Break | ||
(practical 9) | 1pm-5pm: | Hands-on Diving Scenarios with Emergency Simulation | Christopher Scully |
5pm- | Day 11 Exam | On Own |
We are watching the impact of the COVID-19 variants within the US and around the world with great interest and we are regularly monitoring US federal government, California state and San Diego city government COVID-19 websites for changes to travel and group gathering policies/recommendations/restrictions.
CDC International Travel: As of 12:01AM ET on June 12, 2022, CDC will no longer require air passengers traveling from a foreign country to the United States to show a negative COVID-19 viral test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board their flight. For more information, see Rescission: Requirement for Negative Pre-Departure COVID-19 Test Result or Documentation of Recovery from COVID-19 for all Airline or Other Aircraft Passengers Arriving into the United States from Any Foreign Country.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ALL LIVE UHMS MEETINGS
We do not know the COVID-19 vaccination status of any of the registrants and we cannot require all attendees to be vaccinated. UHMS leadership is concerned with meeting attendees' health during and after our meeting and are recommending the following actions during any of the live UHMS meetings to help prevent the spread of COVID-19:
We are excited about our live in-person meeting in more than two years. We want everyone in attendance to enjoy the program and social events. We also want to ensure all attendees are protected from the COVID-19 virus. Following the above prevention steps during the meetings will significantly aid in protecting all.
FACE COVERING AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING RECOMMENDATIONS
CALIFORNIA STATE GOVERNMENT COVID INFORMATION:
Last updated June 9, 2022 at 10:44 AM:
Thanks to millions of vaccinations, California’s economy is open. But COVID-19 has not gone away. To safely go about our daily lives, we need to keep taking steps to prevent the spread.
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What to do now
COVID-19 has not gone away. To safely go about our daily lives, we need to continue:
Restaurants, shopping malls, movie theaters, and most everyday places are open. Protect yourself and others by keeping these common-sense safety steps in mind.
Read the CDC’s How to Protect Yourself and Others.
California has statewide guidelines for wearing masks. Your local area may have more. Check your area’s COVID-19 website.
Masks are still required for everyone in some places, such as:
In other indoor public settings, masks are required for unvaccinated people and recommended for everyone. Examples:
Read more on our Masks page and CDPH’s Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings.
California no longer has a travel advisory in effect. There is no state recommendation to test and quarantine before and after travel.
However, the CDC asks that you do the following:
Get tested if you feel sick and avoid traveling if you have or may have COVID-19.
For more info, see CDC travel guidelines, the CDPH travel flyerPDF, and the Travel page.
The Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the ACCME.
This course is currently in the renewal process by the Diving Medical Advisory Committee (DMAC) and the European Diving Technology Committee (EDTC) as a DMAC/EDTCmed Level 2D - Medical management of diving accidents and illnesses (Diving Medical Physician).
The UHMS designates this live activity for a maximum of 83 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
MOC credit will also be available from the American Board of Preventive Medicine.
All faculty members and planners participating in continuing medical education activities sponsored by UHMS are expected to disclose to the participants any relevant financial relationships with commercial interests. Full disclosure of faculty and planner relevant financial relationship will be made at the activity.
Event Date | 10-16-2023 8:00 am |
Event End Date | 10-26-2023 5:30 pm |
Location | Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla |