January 5-15, 2027
Expedition & CME Conference: ‘Breaking the Ice’
Orthopaedics and
Business in
January 5-15, 2027
Expedition & CME Conference: ‘Breaking the Ice’
Orthopaedics and
Business in
We are thrilled to invite you to an extraordinary CME adventure set against the breathtaking backdrop of Antarctica.
Insights from prior Antarctic attendees
Keynote speaker
Dr. Neal ElAttrache
Dr. Neal ElAttrache is a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at the Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles. Head Team Physician for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Rams, he also consults for the Lakers, Kings, Ducks, and PGA Tour athletes.
Trusted by elite athletes and celebrities such as Tom Brady, Kobe Bryant, and Leonardo DiCaprio, he is known for both surgical excellence and compassionate care. He has pioneered surgical techniques and tools, including a versatile tendon-anchor system nicknamed “orthopedic duct tape.”
A respected educator and leader, Dr. ElAttrache is a past president of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Herodicus Society, with over 100 peer-reviewed articles, 40 textbook chapters, and 300+ lectures to his name.
Keynote speaker
Dr. Alex Vaccaro
Dr. Alexander Vaccaro is the Richard H. Rothman Professor and Chairman of Orthopaedic Surgery and Professor of Neurosurgery at Thomas Jefferson University, and President of Rothman Institute. A leading expert in spine care, he has authored over 1,200 peer-reviewed publications, 385 book chapters, and edited 67+ textbooks.
Graduating summa cum laude from Boston College and with honors from Georgetown University School of Medicine, he completed his orthopaedic residency at Thomas Jefferson University, a spine fellowship at the University of San Diego, and earned a PhD in spinal trauma.
Dr. Vaccaro is a past president of major spine societies including the Cervical Spine Research Society and the American Spinal Injury Association, and has received the Leon Wiltse Award for excellence in spine research and leadership. He co-directs the Regional Spinal Cord Injury Center and the Spine Fellowship Program at Jefferson, training the next generation of spine specialists.
COURSE DIRECTOR
Dr. Derek Papp
Dr Derek Papp is an orthopedic sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care, Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Florida International University, and a team physician for the Baltimore Orioles.
He attended the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and stayed there for his internship and residency training in orthopedic surgery. After doing a sports medicine fellowship at Doctors Hospital in Coral Gables, he returned to Baltimore and served as part-time orthopaedic surgery faculty at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. His clinical interests include sports medicine, the throwing shoulder, and elbow.
On a fun note, he served as MLB's venue physician in Seoul, Korea during the 2017 World Baseball Classic as well as in Mexicali, Mexico during the 2016 qualifier. He has been a member of the Major League Baseball Team Physicians Association since 2014. Appeared regularly on South Florida PBS’ "The Health Channel” as both a host and expert guest.
BREAK
AWAY
from the same
old seminars
LEARN &
TRAVEL
combine CME
with Antarctica
CME
CREDITS
25 x category 1
FAMILY
WELCOME
memorable experiences
The ultimate CME adventure is back.
Are you coming?
“Just incredible! Sure beats the usual meetings in a major city somewhere in the world. Highly recommend.”
– Simon (Orthopaedic Surgeon, Australia)
“This is my 3rd Blue Horizon Conferencing CME Conference – my wife and I love them and such a great way to network with colleagues from around the globe.”
– Mark (Radiologist, USA)
Itinerary
January 5-15, 2027
Day 1: Arrival in Buenos Aires
Begin your journey in Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital with an overnight stay at the elegant Hotel Emperador. Guests may choose to arrive earlier to relax and explore before we depart on January 6th for a 3.5-hour charter flight to Ushuaia, where we’ll board Quark Expeditions’ World Voyager for our Antarctic adventure.
Home to over 13 million people, Buenos Aires is South America’s most visited city. January is the warmest month of the year, with summer temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F), the perfect time to experience its vibrant energy.
Day 2: Charter transfer and flight to Ushuaia and board the World Voyager.
Ushuaia is a small but bustling port town at the tip of South America. This Argentine town is an ideal gateway for you to explore the southern extent of Patagonia while preparing for your adventure ahead. Enjoy the mountains or sample handcrafted chocolate at a café in town.
Day 3: Sea Day
Embarkation will occur in the late afternoon, after which your vessel will sail down the historic Beagle Channel, which transects the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in the extreme south of South America. Expect an air of anticipation as you depart—the next time you see land, you’ll be on the world’s most southern continent!
Day 4 & 5: Crossing the Drake Passage
Your days at sea are filled with presentations led by your Expedition Team on photography, wildlife, glaciology, and history. In between presentations, spend time on deck looking for wildlife, or chatting with your shipmates over a drink at the bar.
Day 6 to 9: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
The most common reaction upon reaching the 7th Continent is a sense of reverence and awe. The experience is beyond words, since few places are as untouched and enduring as Antarctica. You will begin to appreciate why this region has long captivated the attention of explorers and travelers alike. Every time we visit Antarctica, we witness something new or unexpected, which means that your expedition will be unlike any other—creating a unique, personal experience.
Each day, you will take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore glaciated bays, channels and landing sites. Your Expedition Team will take care of you at each landing, whether you are hiking the Antarctic landscape, visiting a research station or consorting with chinstrap, Adélie and gentoo penguins, all of which can be found here. Keep an eye out for Weddell, fur, crabeater and leopard seals as well as curious whales, such as humpbacks, minkes, or perhaps orcas while on a Zodiac cruise. Each excursion will present a new array of creatures to fascinate you and keep your camera busy.
Amid the serene silence of Antarctica, noisy interludes become indelible memories, such as penguins squabbling over prized pebbles, or the boom and crack of a calving glacier.
Every day will be different, having been carefully crafted by your Expedition Team to inspire and educate you about this wonderful part of the world.
Day 10 & 11: Crossing the Drake Passage
The journey back across the Drake Passage provides final opportunities to enjoy the crisp Antarctic air Spend time on the deck, watching for seabirds and scouting for whales, enjoy presentations by your Expedition Team and celebrate the experiences shared exploring Antarctica.
Day 12: Disembark in Ushuaia
You will arrive in Ushuaia in the morning, which allows for you to continue your adventure onward or catch your flights home.
Cabin Information
All cabins and suites include a sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, infotainment system, and private bathroom with shower for a comfortable voyage.
Infinity Suite
US$17, 645pp
* based on double occupancy. Single travelers are also welcome. Please contact for pricing.
Approximately 270 sq. ft. (25 sq. m) in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a floor-to-ceiling glass Juliet balcony.
Veranda Suite
US$18,189pp
* based on double occupancy. Single travelers are also welcome. Please contact for pricing.
Approximately 215 sq. ft. (20 sq. m) in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 55 sq. ft. (5 sq. m) walk-out balcony.
Includes Transfer Package: Hotel in Buenos Aires, Return Charter Flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, Antarctic Voyage, expeditions, all meals, alcoholic beverages (top shelf options billed individually whilst aboard), On-board WI-FI. Cabin upgrade options also available upon request.
Reserve your cabin now -
before someone else does.
Reserve your cabin now -
before someone else does.
Register Your Interest
Pay the $275 registration fee, with the option to secure your preferred room by adding a 30% deposit per person.
Registrations will be on a 'first come, first served’ basis. Space is limited to 35 cabins.
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Deposits
To confirm reservations on all Quark products a deposit of 30% of the gross per person rate is required at time of booking. The deposit can be paid by bank transfer or by credit card.
Final Payment
Deposits and payments for pre-expedition and post-expedition services are specific to each item and are explained and communicated at time of purchase. A 30% voyage deposit per person is due at the time of booking to secure your cabin (deposits are refundable less a US$1,250pp admin fee) The second payment of 40% will be due mid November, 2024 with the final balance being due by mid June, 2025. You will receive further details about how to pay this at a later date.
Late Payments
All late payments are subject to a penalty of 1.5% interest per month, or 18% per annum. Quark reserves the right to cancel any booking that is not paid within 120 days of departure or deny boarding on any unpaid balances.
Days and date prior to Expedition start, per person Cancellation Fees
Should delegates need to transfer their Expedition ticket to a different person due to unforeseen circumstances, we have arranged for you to be able to do so. A US$1250 fee will apply.
Cancellations received 180 days or more prior to departure, are refundable less an administrative fee of minimum US$1250, AU$1600, £830, €1100 per person. If cancellation is received between 179 days and 120 days, the voyage deposit is forfeited.
If cancellation occurs less than 120 days prior to departure, all payments are forfeited. If full payment has not yet been received, the full penalty will still apply and any unpaid balance is due immediately. To protect your investment, Quark Expeditions highly recommends that you obtain adequate trip cancellation insurance.
All requests for cancellation must be received in writing.
Disclaimer
Conference Tax Deductibility and CME/CPD compliance Taxation Laws are complex and subject to change and interpretation. Whilst every effort will be made to have a comprehensive and fulfilling conference experience for all delegates, it is not expected that the conference expedition costs will be fully tax deductible. This is due in part to the many non-conference activities available and the high cost of the venue and accommodation.
The conference convener/s and conference organisers cannot accept any responsibility for whatever costs delegates claim as tax deductible. This is ultimately an issue between the individual delegate and their accountant.
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