2023 Antarctic Radiology Urology CME Conference & Expedition

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

You are invited to join an extraordinary Conference & Expedition going to one of the most beautiful and remote locations on earth - Antarctica!

Conference convener, Dr Victor Mansberg (AU), is putting together a truly unique and fascinating conference program, highlighted by our internationally renowned Keynote Speaker, Dr. Neil Rofsky (US). [A full list of Speakers will be announced in the coming months].

We have had an incredibly positive response from Delegates which has resulted in a sufficient number of Delegates registering to attend this event, therefore we are now accepting bookings so registrants can secure their place aboard.

Thank you to those of you who have already confirmed your booking with us.

If you would like to enquire to join, please add your name and email by clicking any of the 'Enquire to join' buttons on this page.

Once you have entered your details, you'll be redirected to another page with instructions on how to proceed with making a booking if you would like to do so.

Places are limited and will be booked on a 'first come, first served' basis. Please do follow the above mentioned steps to avoid missing the opportunity to attend.

Please see all details of our Conference & Expedition below.

Our conference coordinator team, Jay Duncanson & Samantha Wyatt (Blue Horizon Conferencing) are available to answer any questions you might have, and can be reached at jay@bhconferencing.com.

We would love you to join us on this unique and unforgettable experience.

Warm regards,
Dr. Victor Mansberg and your conference coordinator team

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 IAME and BHC. IAME is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. IAME designates this live activity for a maximum 30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in this activity.

" I am delighted and honored to serve as the keynote speaker for the upcoming Radiology conference in 2023.

By enveloping high-quality CME into a truly unique and hearty adventure, the journey to Antarctica will chart the way for new professional and personal insights.

The experience is bound to be a ‘once in a lifetime’ experience for me and I look forward to sharing this unique journey with you! "

- Dr Neil M. Rofsky

Keynote Speaker highlight lectures include:

1. Prostate and Body MRI

2. MR Guided HIFU

3. Coaching as a leadership style.

A native New Yorker, and Board Certified in Nuclear Medicine and Radiology, Dr. Rofsky spent his early years on the East Coast.

After earning his bachelor's degree in biochemistry at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland, he received his medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. He pursued and completed residency training at New York University Medical Center, where he also completed fellowships in abdominal imaging and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI); he continued at NYU as a faculty member, ultimately serving as Director of Body MRI.

The next phase of his career was spent at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, serving as Director of MRI where he rose to the rank of Professor at Harvard Medical School. At BIDMC he worked with imaging scientists to develop the world’s first human, whole body 3T instrument and the world’s first 32 channel MRI scanner.

In 2010, he was recruited to UT Southwestern Medical Center as Professor and Chair of the Department of Radiology and was honored as the holder of the Effie and Wofford Cain Distinguished Chair in Diagnostic Imaging.

In 2016, Dr. Rofsky enrolled in a master’s degree program in healthcare administration at Columbia University, earning an MHA degree in 2018.

Dr Victor Mansberg is a dual qualified radiologist and nuclear medicine specialist.

He works at the Prince of Wales Private Hospital and Miranda I-Med Radiology Network practices in Sydney Australia with special interest in body and oncology imaging.

He completed his radiology training at St. Vincent's Hospital Sydney and nuclear medicine training at the Prince of Wales Hospital Sydney.

Thereafter he undertook further advanced training in PET/CT and Body MRI at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre New York (MSKCC).

He has authored numerous radiology and nuclear medicine publications

Elizabeth Hecht, MD, FSAR is Professor and Vice-Chair for Academic Affairs & Faculty Development in the Department of Radiology & a member of the Division of Abdominal Imaging. She is dedicated to optimizing patient care and fostering an environment that encourages education, research, and innovation.

Dr. Hecht clinically specializes in body and vascular imaging with particular expertise in MRI but interprets a wide range of imaging examinations, including radiography, CT, Ultrasound, and MR angiography. Her current research interests include hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases including liver and pancreatic cancer and clinical translation of new MRI technology. She has mentored many trainees and junior faculty over the years in clinical and research endeavors and aims to strengthen and expand the mentoring program at Weill Cornell Medicine.

Dr. Hecht is an active member of many societies including the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine, Radiological Society of North America, Society of Abdominal Radiology, Society of Advanced Body imaging, American College of Radiology, American Association for Women Radiologists, and New York Roentgen Society.

She served as Associate Editor for the American Journal of Radiology (AJR) from 2011 to 2020 and as a Deputy Editor for the Journal of Medical Resonance in Imaging from 2013 to 2021. She has served as a board member of the Society of MR Angiography and currently is Co-Chair of the Management Working Group of The Liver Imaging Reporting and Data System (LI-RADS) of the American College of Radiology (ACR)

Jeffrey Weinreb, MD is Professor of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging at the Yale School of Medicine. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa from the MIT, he received his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

He has held faculty positions at UT Southwestern Medical School, Columbia College for Physicians and Surgeons, and NYU School of Medicine, where he was Director of MRI for 15 years and led a group that pioneered the development of Body MRI.

For four decades, his efforts have advanced clinical applications and safety of MRI. He has authored/co-authored three textbooks and more than 270 peer reviewed manuscripts, served on the editorial boards of numerous medical journals, and presented more than 1000 invited lectures throughout the world.

Dr. Weinreb has had numerous leadership positions in professional societies, including Vice President of the American College of Radiology, President of the New York Roentgen Society, and President of the Society of Advanced Body Imaging (SABI).

Professor Michael Hofman is a nuclear medicine physician at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Melbourne, Australia's only public hospital dedicated to cancer treatment, research and education.

He has a co-appointment at the University of Melbourne and previously completed a fellowship at Guy's & St Thomas' hospital in London.

Professor Hofman

is Director of the Prostate Cancer Theranostics and Imaging Centre of Excellence (ProsTIC) at Peter Mac. His research is focussed on novel radionuclides for imaging and therapy, including pre-clinical, and phase 1 to 3 clinical trials.

He led landmark clinical trials of PSMA imaging and therapy including the ProPSMA (Lancet ‘20, ACTA Trial of the Year) and TheraP (Lancet ‘21).

He has authored or co-authored over 220 peer-reviewed articles and is an inaugural scientific member of the Australasian Radiopharmaceutical Trials Network (ARTnet).

He is an editor for several international journals including the Journal of Nuclear Medicine, European Urology and Cancer Imaging.

Dr. Bijan is an American boarded in Radiology (1999), Nuclear Medicine (1996) & Imaging Informatics (2015). Currently, he is staff radiologist at Sutter Medical Group in Sacramento. He has been affiliated with University of California, Davis for the past 20 years as Clinical Professor (WOS), involved in training of over 200 radiology residents & fellows. He has initiated many clinical projects, mainly involving functional MR Imaging (DWI) & Molecular Imaging (PET/FDG) in oncology. He regularly lectures on the results of his projects at numerous regional, national & international scientific conferences, authoring numerous posters, scientific paper presentations & CME/SAM sessions.

He wrote numerous book chapters including Oncologic PET Imaging chapter in Fundamental of Diagnostic Imaging. He has been invited over 400 times in the past 20 years as lecturing guest professor to numerous universities & institutions and has given numerous prestigious scientific awards. Dr. Bijan has been serving as an examining member on the American Board of Radiology for the past 15 years. He serves on the editorial board for numerous national and international scientific journals, including International Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging.

He is a senior member of numerous scientific societies including SAR, STR, NASCI, RSNA, SNMMI, WRSNM and currently serves as the President of Northern California Chapter of SNMMI.

Over the past 10 years, he has given numerous Leadership & Strategic Planning lectures, including being invited speaker at MIR and ECR conferences. He recently graduated from Advance Business Analytics (ABA) from Wharton Business School and was interviewed on application of Advanced Analytics in Data-driven Leadership and reforming Healthcare.

Dr Philip Vladica is Senior Staff Specialist at Westmead Hospital, Sydney, Australia.

He is a graduate of Sydney University, and completed his radiology fellowship in 1996 at Westmead Hospital where he currently continues as a Consultant Radiologist.

In his various roles, including Director of Interventional Radiology, CT Imaging Director and Sectional Head of Uroradiology, he has pursued sub-specialist interest in multi-modality body imaging and interventional radiology, with particular interests in uro-genital, tumour ablation therapies and prostate cancer imaging.

He has co-authored a chapter in Oxford Textbook of Clinical Nephrology 4th Edition, as well as having numerous publications in peer reviewed journals.

Dr. Christopher G. Filippi, MD, is the Alice Ettinger-Jack R. Dreyfuss Chair and Professor of Radiology the Tufts University Medical School and Radiologist-in-Chief at Tufts Medical Center. He graduated from Cornell University Medical College and completed training in diagnostic radiology at New York Hospital-Cornell and a 2-year neuroradiology fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine.

He has held faculty positions at the University of Vermont as Director of MRI research, Division Chief of Neuroradiology at Columbia University Medical College, and Vice Chair of Translational Research and Biomedical Imaging at Northwell Health for 7 years prior to becoming the Chair at Tufts.

Dr. Filippi is a Fellow and Past President of the American Society of Functional Neuroradiology (ASFNR) and Past President of the Eastern Neuroradiology Society. His research interests include Artificial Intelligence (AI), diffusion MR pediatric neuroradiology, and translation of emerging MR technology into routine clinical practice, particularly demyelinating disease and glioma. He has more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and more than 100 presented/published abstracts at national and international meetings and more than 110 invited lectures nationally and internationally . He has been active in the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) serving on the Program Committee as Co-Chair of the Neuroradiology Section, Chair of the Cross-Organ Table, and Chair of the Covid-19 Educational Program. Recently, Dr. Filippi joined the Radiology Society of North America’s (RSNA) Scientific Advisory Council and is Chair of the Quantitative Imaging Biomarker Alliance Task Force, and he was part of the RSNA Covid-19 Task Force.

Dr Andrew Williams works in Auckland, New Zealand. He is a Urologist with subspecialty trained in Uro-oncology.

Dr Williams specialises in major Oncology including radical cystectomy, Caval thrombectomy and multi organ resection.

He is the Urology Cancer lead for the NZ Cancer Control Agency and Medical Advisor for the Prostate Cancer Foundation and Testicular Cancer NZ.

Dr Williams has previously chaired the NZ Board of Urology and is currently an examiner for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.

Dr Roche Helberg studied medicine at the University of Pretoria, obtained MBChB, 1991 - Intern year: Welkom Provincial Hospital.

He spent 2 yrs in the South African Defence Force, in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics Departments.

Dr Helberg spent six years as a General Practitioner, and studied Radiology at the University of Pretoria - obtained MMed Rad Diagnostic & FC Rad Diagnostic in 2004. He became a consultant radiologist 2005 - 2007 in Private Practice.

In 2008, he did a chest fellowship at Royal Perth Hospital, Australia - obtained RANZCR (2008). He worked as Consultant radiologist at Royal Perth & Sir Charles Gardner Hospitals.

In 2009 Dr Helberg joined Perth Radiological Clinic, private practice.

Full time private practice, Chair of weekly Chest Oncology MDT Joondalup Hospital, fortnight Chest Oncology MDT Midland St John of God Hospital & fortnight Interstitial Lung Disease MDT Midland St John of God Hospital.

Dr Aaron Himchak is a radiologist who is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology and Interventional Radiology by the American Board of Radiology. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine from George Washington University in 2010. His residency in Diagnostic Radiology was completed at Atlantic Health System in Morristown, New Jersey in 2015. He then completed a fellowship in Vascular and Interventional Radiology at Mt. Sinai St. Luke’s – Roosevelt Medical Center in New York, New York in 2016. He has been working in a private practice in Utica, New York ever since.

With a population of more than 63,000, Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world. Although the city has grown during the past few years, it retains an easygoing and accessible feel.

Surrounded by the sea to the south and the mountains to the north, Ushuaia is a spectacular departure point for your Antarctic adventure.

If you arrive early, you can spend time in nearby Tierra del Fuego National Park, enjoy Argentine wines and barbecues in the city, or visit the many boutiques and cafés before you leave for your expedition to Antarctica.

Once the Antarctic Convergence is left in our wake, you will truly begin your Antarctic adventure. It is perhaps the first sight of land itself that is embraced as the true beginning of any Antarctic expedition. 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.

You will take daily Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore local bays, channels and landing sites. With wildlife always at the forefront of our minds, you will visit penguin rookeries, scout for humpback and minke whales, and search for a number of southern seal species, including the cunning leopard seal.

The majesty of the Antarctic Peninsula’s mountains will enchant as you scramble up snowy pathways to vantage points offering you 360° views of your surroundings. One of these in particular, in Danco Island, affords us the opportunity to visit a penguin colony high up on a ridge. Here, you’ll have the choice between hiking to the island’s summit or spending time sitting quietly on a pebbled beach, enjoying the antics of curious penguins.

If you’re feeling extra adventurous, participating in the Polar Plunge swim is about as crazy as it gets!

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 in Neko Harbour.

Each day will be different, having been carefully crafted by your Expedition Team to entertain and educate you about this wonderful part of the world.

Conference schedule to be announced.

As a hybrid polar-capable ice class 1B expedition vessel it is able to run on electric motors that minimise noise, meaning travelers can fully immerse themselves in the pristine, natural wonders of Antarctica with only the sound of cracking ice. The environmentally friendly hybrid propulsion system of the ship allows for lower CO2 emissions by incorporating state-of-the-art Rolls Royce diesel/electric engine technology.

“As the world leader in remarkable polar adventures, we constantly explore new ways to enhance the traveler experience,” says Quark Expeditions® President Andrew White. “With two powerful Rolls Royce engines and six tiers of deluxe accommodations featuring balconies across all suites, World Explorer is Quark’s fastest and finest ship to date.

From an outdoor running track and heated pool to an exclusive spa and sauna, passengers will enjoy touches of luxury throughout their authentic polar expedition.”

Polar Experts Since 1991-

Since 1991, Quark Expeditions has specialized in expedition cruising to the Arctic and Antarctica, in ships with ice-strengthened hulls or in icebreakers. Polar travelers will enjoy unparalleled technical expertise, leadership and passion for expedition trips to the Arctic and Antarctica.

What is this for?

Please note above our discounted conference group rate in comparison to normal pricing.

This covers your 11 day, 10 night ship & hotel accommodations (per Quark Expeditions itinerary), plus amazing additional inclusions - please see a more detailed inclusions list below.

All Conference attendees, plus those individuals coming along as partners/traveling companions are required to make a voyage booking.

See below for cabin selection and rates.

When & how do I pay for this?
A 30% voyage deposit per person is due at the time of booking to secure your cabin. (Deposits are non-refundable).

The remaining balance will be due to be paid in a final instalment by 23 September, 2022.

You will receive further details about how to pay this at a later date.

Antarctica Expedition Highlights - Zodiac water tours (included)

Yes, we’re sailing on a ship, enjoying the beauty that is Antarctica from it’s decks and from within its luxurious comforts.

But it is just as amazing to feel the crisp Antarctic air on your face, and feel the thrill of exploring at sea level by zodiac, often with the opportunity to approach wildlife in it’s own natural habitat.

The Zodiacs give accessibility where the ship can’t quite reach, which is why they are a favourite amongst guests visiting Antarctica.

Other Inclusions Rates include all accommodations aboard ship and pre expedition hotel as outlined below.

What is included in the price of our 11 day/10 night Antarctic Expedition aboard the Quark Expeditions, World Explorer.

Departure transfer from pier to airport for early flights on disembarkation day. Passengers leaving on later flights have access to supervised luggage storage until late afternoon.
Pre-night hotel stay in Ushuaia, Argentina.
Accommodation aboard the World Explorer.
All meals while aboard the World Explorer **Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible.
Domestic beer and wine with dinner.
Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a maximum benefit of $500,000 USD per person is included complimentary.
Welcome and farewell cocktails aboard.
All Zodiac landings and excursions, snowshoeing and hiking are included in daily program.
Walking poles are also provided at each landing for your convenience. Snowshoes may also be provided when conditions are favorable.
The loan of a pair of waterproof boots for the duration of the voyage per passenger.
One complimentary 3-in-1 Quark Expeditions® parka to keep. (you'll order your size beforehand, and your parka will be in your cabin upon arrival)
Professional Expedition Leadership.
Formal and informal educational presentations by the Quark Expeditions® Team.
Online Photographic Journal.
Coffee, tea, cocoa, soft drinks and juices available around the clock.
All shore excursions and sightseeing; entrance fees, special access permits.
Comprehensive pre-departure package including the Quark Expeditions® Polar Reader and Map.
An on-board Photographer.
All taxes, service charges and port charges.
Services of the ship’s physician.

Not Included:

Air transportation from country of origin (return).
Passport and visa expenses (if applicable)
Alcoholic beverages outside of domestic beer and wine at dinner or Polar Boutique store charges.
Voyage-end gratuities for Crew, Hospitality and Expedition Team members. (approx. US$150pp is recommended)
Baggage, cancellation and medical travel insurance.
Meals ashore, other than the breakfasts included with the hotel accommodation.
Excess baggage charges.
Extensions; passport, visa, security or immigration fees; travel insurance/travel protection plan; items of a personal nature such as use of on-board internet, laundry etc.

PLEASE NOTE - LIMITED AVAILABILITY!
Please let us know asap if this activity/excursion is something you'd like to book.
Kayaking in Antarctica is probably one of the most intimate and inspiring ways you can explore this incredible region. Glide through the quiet waters and take in the beauty of Antarctica. Paddle through astounding icebergs, watch penguins, seals and possibly whales swim around your kayak.
Kayaking in the Polar Regions is highly weather-dependent, however we guarantee at least one outing during your voyage. Your kayak guides will always attempt to take you out as many times as possible throughout your voyage.
All equipment, guides and instructions are provided by Quark.
Please Note: It is required that you have some kayaking experience.
Cost: US$995pp

PLEASE NOTE - LIMITED AVAILABILITY!
Please let us know asap if this activity/excursion is something you'd like to book.
Explore the ocean from a more intimate vantage point on a sit-on-top kayak. No experience is required to manoeuvre these very stable kayaks, allowing you to enjoy an unforgettable experience on the water, taking in breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. Whether it’s your first time in a kayak or you want greater flexibility to try other Adventure options, this shorter excursion is for you.
All equipment, guides and instructions are provided by Quark.
Please Note: Paddling in the Polar Regions is highly weather-dependent and a one-time experience. Your kayak guides will attempt to take you out on the water for 1-1.5 hours of paddling.
Cost: US$295pp

We have 5 different cabin options of varying cost / price per person on offer: Verandah Suite; Infinity Suite; Superior Suite; Deluxe Suite; and Owner's Suite.

Please scroll down to view all cabin options and rates / pricing.

**Please Note: For some cabin suite options, we have very limited availability so please do enquire to book and let us know your cabin preference ASAP.

UPDATE as of 21 NOVEMBER 2022 -

Veranda Suite: $15,016 per person – double occupancy (Regularly $17,895pp) SOLD OUT!

Infinity Suite: $15,916 per person – double occupancy (Regularly $18,395pp) SOLD OUT!
Superior Suite: $18,396 per person – double occupancy (Regularly $22,995pp) SOLD OUT!
Deluxe Suite: $19,596 per person – double occupancy (Regularly $24,495pp) SOLD OUT!

Owner’s Suite: $21,276 per person – double occupancy (Regularly $26,595pp) SOLD OUT!

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 must be paid by major credit card.

Final Payments: Balances are due by September 10th, 2022. Final payment can be made by calling Quark Expeditions (final payment cannot be made online) and may be paid by major credit card, bank wire or check. Deposits and payments for pre-expedition and post-expedition services are specific to each item and are explained and communicated at time of purchase.

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.

Please Note:

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 CPD/CME 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 convenor/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.

"Surpassed every expectation, cannot recommend enough!" JARED H. — Jan 26, 2018 VERIFIED PASSENGER

"There is not one negative thing I can find in my trip, both things in Quark's control and out of their control. The staff was fantastic, the ship was cozy and spacious, the food was wonderful, the stops and landings were awe-inspiring, kayaking was a must-do, and the wildlife and scenery were beyond anything I could've expected."

"Quark took great of us and I would recommend them and this trip to anyone!"

" Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. "

Keynote Speaker - Dr Neil M. Rofsky

We will be announcing the full list of speakers and the Scientific Program in the coming months.

Conference Schedule & Expedition Itinerary

Quark Expeditions® World Explorer Ice-class Ship

Quark Expeditions® reveals the latest addition to its Antarctic fleet – World Explorer, its fastest and finest expedition ship to date.

Conference & Expedition Costs

What to pack for your polar expedition

Complimentary 3-in-1 Quark Expeditions® Parka

Cabin Selection and Rates

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