This Continuing Medicine Education Class and adventure trip starts with the opportunity to climb the majestic peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro, which towers above the plains of Africa, and claim one of the world’s “seven summits” — a lifelong dream of most every trekker.
We then move on to explore some of the world’s most scenic and remarkable wildlife paradises: an african safari to the famed Serengeti, the incomparable Ngorongoro Crater, and wildlife-rich Tarangire National Park in Africa.
Some of the incredible wildlife species that we commonly see on this trip are prides of lions, leopard, cheetah, elephants, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, giraffes, wildebeest, cape buffalo, gazelle, impalas, wild dogs, warthogs, baboons, incredible birdlife, and dozens of other species! Our local guides are experts at finding the wildlife and teaching natural history.
The indigenous people in this region — the Maasai — are colorful, warm, friendly, noble people who live in close harmony with the land. We will enjoy opportunities for genuine cultural interactions local Maasai people!
The Wilderness and Travel Medicine Classes take place each evening at the wonderful lodges where we stay during the wildlife safari.
WILDERNESS & TRAVEL MEDICINE CLASSES: COURSE INFORMATION
Accreditation 16 Hours AMA PRA Category 1 Credits
WILDERNESS MEDICINE COURSE CONTENT INCLUDES:
- Altitude Illness
- Hypothermia
- Frostbite
- Heat Illness
- Snakebites
- Travelers Illnesses
- Marine Envenomations
- Trauma Management
- Wilderness Orthopedics
- Water Disinfection
- Swiftwater Safety and Rescue
- Basic Wilderness Survival
- Wilderness Medical Kits
- Wound Management
- Patient Assessment
- Wilderness Dermatology
- Wilderness Pediatrics
CME ACCREDITATION INFORMATION
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the Center for Emergency Medical Education and Wilderness and Travel Medicine. The Center for Emergency Medical Education is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Center for Emergency Medical Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 16 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM.
Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Vanera –
As far as the Safari and the CME course, I had the time of my life! Rachel is a superb guide with a superb personality and a Halo of Sainthood all around her. She made a difference on our trip!!!! All the accommodations exceeded my expectations. The food was excellent. The people, local and traveling companions were amazing. Thanks Bio Bio for a trip of a lifetime!
Bob D’Zio –
I have just recently returned from the Kilimanjaro/safari trip. I wanted to take a few minutes to acknowledge the exemplary work of our lead guides on this adventure: Brett and Katy Venable. This truly was the “trip of a lifetime” and this was due, in large part, to the contributions of Brett and Katy. Their expertise, confidence, and all around wonderful personalities were an integral part of my (and everyone’s) experience. In my humble opinion, they did an outstanding job and represent Bio Bio in the finest fashion. Thank you for an amazing trip and please pass on my gratitude to Brett and Katy for the excellent job they did.