DAN | UHMS Spring 2026 Diving & Hyperbaric Medicine CME
Continuing Medical Education (CME)
DAN’s continuing medical education (CME) staff strives to assist physicians and other health care providers in obtaining new information that will lead to better quality and availability of care to the diving community worldwide. The internationally recognized resources of DAN and its affiliation with numerous institutions serving hyperbaric medicine provide cutting-edge medical and research information.
DAN UHMS Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine Course – Special Topics
This course will offer deeper dives into specific dive medicine topics as well as clinical hyperbaric medicine. There will also be more in-depth information about diving and decompression physiology covered by renowned researchers.
- This course is intended to add knowledge to an existing foundation of diving or hyperbaric medicine.
- You should have completed the Core class in the past or have specific training in diving or hyperbaric medicine to join this next-level course.
- Registration: Volivoli Beach Resort 7 Night Dive Package (DAN) May 2-9, 2026 – Caradonna Dive Adventures
- If you are interested in shoulder nights, or any other special requests, email () or call (800-421-9999)
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Faculty
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Doug Ebersole, MD Interventional Cardiologist, Watson Clinic, Lakeland, FL
James Holm, MD, FUHM Staff Physician Center for Hyperbaric Medicine Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, Seattle, WA
Prof. Jacek Kot, MD, PhD Professor, Medical University of Gdansk, Head of Department of Hyperbaric Medicine and Sea Rescue National Centre of Hyperbaric Medicine. Gdansk, Poland
Matias Nochetto, MD, FUHM Vice President, Medical Services Divers Alert Network, Durham, NC
JoAnn Perry, MSE, DAN Examiner Director of Training, Divers Alert Network, Durham, NC
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Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine Courses
The accredited courses include lectures, case presentations, support materials, and both formal and informal discussion sessions with faculty.
Jointly provided by Divers Alert Network and Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, the course is designed primarily for physicians. However, emergency medical personnel, paramedics, nurses and professionals, as well as instructors, divemasters and nonmedical, diving-related personnel with an interest in dive medicine may also find the course valuable.
The program focuses on diving and hyperbaric medicine with emphasis on the latest scientific literature in the field. The course features lectures, case presentations and support materials as well as both formal and informal discussion sessions with faculty.
Through lectures, case presentations, printed support materials, and both formal and informal discussion sessions with the faculty, it is anticipated that attendees completing this course will be able to discuss and clinically apply facts relevant to scheduled topics. Upon completion, course participants should also benefit from a broader understanding of current issues and increased familiarity with recent, relevant scientific literature in diving and hyperbaric medicine. Learning will be reinforced by case reports from the DAN Medical Services Call Center (MSCC) Quality Assurance archives, examples from recent and ongoing diving research, and from the personal experience of the faculty.
At the end of this course attendees should be able to discuss and clinically apply facts relevant to:
- Medical and physical fitness to dive
- Diving safety issues and current research
- Hyperbaric medicine: applications, protocols, and mechanisms
- Decompression physiology and pathophysiology
- Diving injuries and their management
- Controversies in diving medicine
Jointly provided by Divers Alert Network and Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, this course offers lectures, case presentations, printed support materials, and both formal and informal discussion sessions with the faculty. It is anticipated that attendees completing this course will be able to discuss and clinically apply facts relevant to scheduled topics. Upon completion, course participants should also benefit from a broader understanding of current issues and increased familiarity with recent, relevant scientific literature in diving and hyperbaric medicine. Learning will be reinforced by case reports from the DAN Medical Services Call Center (MSCC) Quality Assurance archives, examples from recent and ongoing diving research, and from the personal experiences of the faculty.
VoliVoli Beach Resort, Suncoast, Fiji
Welcome to VoliVoli Beach Resort, Fiji’s premier dive resort. VoliVoli Beach Resort offers private accommodation with panoramic beach and ocean views. Boasting the best diving in the South Pacific, we have over 80 amazing diving spots and other activities, including snorkeling, fishing, and island tours. Or simply sit by the pool and enjoy our sunshine and hospitality.
7 Nights Packages Included
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- Round trip Nadi airport/resort transfers
- Welcome Cocktail Party with beverages & canapes
- Accommodations
- Complimentary wifi on 2 devices per person
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Full meal plan – 3 meals daily with juice, milk, rainwater, coffee, and tea at breakfast.
- Beach BBQ
- Traditional Meke performance
- Hosted group event on last night with beverages & canapes
- Free use of kayaks and participation in a variety of complimentary resort activities
- Resort and Government taxes
7 Nights Diver Packages also Includes:
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- 5 days of 2 tank boat diving in the Afternoon and 1 day of 2 tank boat diving in the morning (Friday) – includes tanks, weights, and dive guide
- Unlimited shore diving
- Unlimited Nitrox
Extra Night Rates Includes:
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- Private Nadi airport/resort transfer surcharge
- Accommodation per person per night
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on 2 devices per person
- Full meal plan – 3 meals daily with juice, milk, rainwater, coffee, and tea at breakfast.
- Resort and Government taxes
Extra Night Diver Package also Includes:
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- Daily 2 tank boat diving in the Morning– includes NITROX tanks, weights, and dive guide
- Unlimited shore diving
Package Exclusions
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- Vatuira conservation park donation ($15FJD optional at check out)
- Beverages other than tea, coffee, and filtered rain water
- Lobster and Crab menu items (Market price)
- Personal dive equipment
- Extra dives ($82 per 1-tank or $164 per 2-tank)
- Night Dives (min. 6 divers; $125 US per tank pay on site)
- Land Excursions
- Dive shop Gratuities (last trip suggested $120 per diver)
- Airfare
- DAN CME – Course Tuition
- Dive Medical insurance (required for all divers)
- Travel Insurance
- Customs fees
- Unforeseen damages, airline and travel expenses
Special Room Pricing
Standard Ocean View
Deluxe Ocean View
Premium Ocean View
Luxury Oceanfront
7 NIGHTS PACKAGE RATES
| Room Type | Qty. | Occupancy | Diver | Non-Diver | Extra Night (Diver) | Extra Night (Non-Diver) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Ocean View (1 Queen+2 Twin) |
7 | Single | $3,575 | NA | $615 | NA |
| Standard Ocean View (1 Queen+2 Twin) |
7 | Double | $2,909 | $1,885 | $480 | $315 |
| Deluxe Ocean View (2 Queen) |
4 | Single | $4,110 | NA | $720 | NA |
| Deluxe Ocean View (2 Queen) |
4 | Double | $3,179 | $2,155 | $535 | $370 |
| Premium Ocean View (1 Queen) |
8 | Single | $4,375 | NA | $775 | NA |
| Premium Ocean View (1 Queen) |
8 | Double | $3,310 | $2,290 | $560 | $395 |
| Luxury Oceanfront Villa (2BR – Choice of 1 King or 2 Twin for each BR) |
4 | Double | $4,125 | $3,100 | $725 | $560 |
| Luxury Oceanfront Villa (2BR – Choice of 1 King or 2 Twin for each BR) |
4 | Triple | $3,500 | $2,475 | $600 | $435 |
| Luxury Oceanfront Villa (2BR – Choice of 1 King or 2 Twin for each BR) |
4 | Quad | $3,185 | $2,160 | $535 | $370 |
For a full list of rooms, features and accommodations, go to: https://volivoli.com/rooms/.
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CME Statements
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Accreditation Statement: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society and Divers Alert Network. The Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation Statement: The Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 26 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of the participation in the activity.
Full Disclosure Statement: All faculty members and planners participating in continuing medical education activities sponsored by Divers Alert Network are expected to disclose to the participants any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies. Full disclosure of faculty and planner relevant financial relationships will be made prior to the start of the activity.
UHMS Disclaimer Statement: The information provided at this CME activity is for Continuing Medical Education purposes only. The lecture content, statements or opinions expressed however, do not necessarily represent those of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society.
CME For MOC Program Guide Designation Statements for ABMS Boards
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As an accredited ACCME provider, the UHMS is now responsible to submit physician learner CME credits into the ACCME PARS system. However, it is the physician’s responsibility to submit the necessary information required to match with the ACCME PARS system. It is also the physician’s responsibility to check with their respective board(s) to see that the credits were applied accordingly.
American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) “This activity contributes to the CME component of the American Board of Anesthesiology’s redesigned Maintenance of Certification in AnesthesiologyTM (MOCA®) program, known as MOCA 2.0®. Please consult the ABA website, www.theABA.org, for a list of all MOCA 2.0 requirements.” American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) *** “Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 26 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.” American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS) *** “Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn their required annual part II self-assessment credit in the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery’s Continuing Certification program (formerly known as MOC). It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of recognizing participation.” American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) *** “Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery’s Maintenance of Certification program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABOS credit.” American Board of Pathology (ABPath) This activity has been registered to offer 26 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM towards the American Board of Pathology’s Continuing Certification program Lifelong Learning credits. American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) *** “Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn up to 26 MOC points in the American Board of Pediatrics’ (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABP MOC credit.”
American Board of Surgery (ABS) *** “Successful completion of this CME activity [which includes participation in the evaluation component], enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME [and Self-Assessment] requirement(s) of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.”
American Board of Thoracic Surgery (ABTS) *** “Successful completion of this CME activity [which includes participation in the evaluation component,] enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME [and Self-Assessment] of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery’s Maintenance of Certification program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABTS credit.” ***Will require evaluation feedback