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Cruise CE
Cruise Control: Root Cause Hormone Mastery
A Root Cause Approach
Transform Healthcare with a Holistic Approach
Join us aboard the Celebrity Xcel for a transformative 14-hour continuing education experience focused on one of today’s most pressing and complex health topics: hormone imbalances. This immersive program dives deep into the functional and lifestyle medicine strategies needed to understand, assess, and support hormone health across the lifespan—from puberty and fertility to perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.
Through interactive lectures and evidence-informed protocols, you’ll explore root-cause approaches to conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, estrogen dominance, thyroid dysfunction, and adrenal imbalances. Learn how to integrate nutrition, stress resilience, sleep optimization, gut health, and detoxification strategies into personalized care plans that support hormone balance and overall well-being.
Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or expanding your expertise in hormone health, this program will equip you with practical tools, clinical insight, and the confidence to address hormonal concerns at the root.
For our live program, enjoy world-class education while sailing from Barcelona to breathtaking destinations in Greece, Malta, and Turkey.
Your Course Instructors
Melody Hartzler
Lara Zakaria
What’s Included:
- This 18 hour program (14 live) provides a deep dive into functional hormone health, clinical strategies, and integrative approaches to endocrine balance across the lifespan.
- Designed for Healthcare Professionals seeking to learn how to address root causes of hormonal imbalances, with a focus on conditions like PCOS, perimenopause, thyroid dysfunction, estrogen dominance, adrenal health, and their connections to gut, metabolic, and mental health.
- Self-paced learning on-demand modules (4 hours)
- Sessions recordings to reference teachings when you are back practicing in your clinic.
- Peer Collaboration to exchange ideas, share best practices, and expand your network.
Cruise Schedule
- Day 1: Departs from Barcelona, Spain
- Day 2: Day at Sea
- Day 3: Valletta, Malta
- Day 4: Day at Sea
- Day 5: Ephesus Turkey
- Day 6: Mykonos, Greece
- Day 7: Santorini, Greece
- Day 8: Athens, Greece
Live Schedule
7 Hours on Sea Day 1:
- 8:00 – 9:00am: Introduction to Hormone Health Across the Lifespan (1 hour)
- 9:00 – 10:00am: Nutrition + Lifestyle Foundations for Hormone Balance (1 hour)
- 10:00 – 10:15am: BREAK
- 10:15 – 11:45am: PCOS and Insulin Resistance: A Root-Cause Approach (1.5 hour)
- 11:45 – 1:15pm: BREAK
- 1:15 – 3:15pm: Perimenopause + Menopause: Personalized Care Planning (2 hour)
- 3:15 – 3:30pm: BREAK
- 3:30 – 5:00pm: Thyroid Health + Hormone Interactions (1.5 hour)
7 Hours on Sea Day 2:
- 8:00 – 10:00am: The Gut-Hormone Axis: Microbiome, Inflammation + Estrogen Metabolism (2 hour)
- 10:00 – 10:15am: BREAK
- 10:15 – 11:15am: Stress, Cortisol + the HPA Axis (1 hour)
- 11:15 – 12:15pm: Endometriosis and Inflammatory Hormone Syndromes (1 hour)
- 12:15 – 1:45pm: BREAK
- 1:45 – 2:45pm: Hormones + Mood: Anxiety, Depression, and Neuroendocrine Factors (1 hour)
- 2:45 – 3:00pm: BREAK
- 3:00 – 5:00pm: Putting It All Together: Creating Personalized Hormone Care Plans (2 hour)
Lesson Learning Objectives
Introduction to Hormone Health Across the Lifespan (1 hour)
Overview of the endocrine system and key hormone transitions
Functional and systems-based framework for hormone care
Life stage considerations: puberty, fertility, perimenopause, menopause
Objectives:
- Explain the functional medicine approach to hormone health
- Identify key hormones and how they shift across the lifespan
- Describe foundational contributors to hormone imbalance, including lifestyle, gut, and environmental factors in chronic disease managementLearning Objectives:
Nutrition + Lifestyle Foundations for Hormone Balance (1 hour)
Macronutrients, micronutrients, and hormone signaling
Anti-inflammatory and hormone-supportive dietary patterns
Circadian rhythm, movement, sleep, and stress as hormone regulators
Objectives:
- Evaluate the role of nutrition and micronutrient status in hormone regulation
- Identify evidence-based dietary strategies to support hormone health
- Discuss how lifestyle patterns influence estrogen, insulin, cortisol, and thyroid hormones
PCOS and Insulin Resistance: A Root-Cause Approach (1.5 hours)
Understanding PCOS phenotypes and metabolic dysfunction
Lifestyle and supplement strategies to restore cycle and ovulation
Reversing insulin resistance with targeted interventions
Objectives:
- Identify diagnostic criteria and subtypes of PCOS
- Explain how insulin resistance impacts reproductive hormones
- Develop individualized treatment approaches using lifestyle and supplement protocols
Perimenopause + Menopause: Personalized Care Planning (2 hours)
Hormone transitions and symptom presentations
Integrative approaches to hot flashes, mood, sleep, and bone health
Evidence and considerations for HRT, botanicals, and nutraceuticals
Objectives:
- Describe hormonal changes in perimenopause and menopause
- Compare therapeutic options including HRT, adaptogens, and lifestyle strategies
- Create personalized support plans for midlife women
Thyroid Health + Hormone Interactions (1.5 hours)
Thyroid physiology, lab interpretation, and nutrient cofactors
Hashimoto’s and autoimmune thyroid dysfunction
Interaction with adrenals, sex hormones, and the gut
Objectives:
- Interpret thyroid labs beyond TSH to assess dysfunction
- Recognize clinical signs of hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyroiditis
- Discuss lifestyle and nutritional support for thyroid optimization
The Gut-Hormone Axis: Microbiome, Inflammation + Estrogen Metabolism (2 hours)
Gut-liver axis and enterohepatic recirculation of hormones
Microbiome’s role in estrogen metabolism (estrobolome)
GI testing, dysbiosis, and its impact on hormonal symptoms
Objectives:
- Explain the gut’s role in hormone detoxification and regulation
- Identify signs of dysbiosis that may impact hormone balance
- Apply dietary and probiotic strategies to support the gut-hormone axis
Stress, Cortisol + the HPA Axis (1 hour)
Cortisol rhythms, stress adaptation, and HPA axis dysfunction
Testing (e.g., urinary metabolites, salivary cortisol) and clinical patterns
Restoring adrenal health through sleep, nutrients, and nervous system regulation
Objectives:
- Describe how stress impacts hormonal systems and cortisol regulation
- Identify signs and stages of HPA axis dysfunction
- Implement evidence-based interventions to support adrenal resilience
Endometriosis and Inflammatory Hormone Syndromes (1 hour)
Chronic inflammation and immune dysfunction in hormone-related conditions
Gut and immune overlap in endometriosis, PMS, and pelvic pain
Targeted support: anti-inflammatory diets, botanicals, and detox
Objectives:
- Explain the inflammatory drivers of endometriosis and related syndromes
- Identify immune and gut-based interventions to reduce symptoms
- Design functional treatment strategies using a systems-based approach
Hormones + Mood: Anxiety, Depression, and Neuroendocrine Factors (1 hour)
Hormonal influences on neurotransmitters and mental health
Estrogen, progesterone, thyroid, and blood sugar links to mood
Integrative support using labs, nutrition, and mind-body tools
Objectives:
- Discuss the role of hormone imbalance in mood and cognition
- Identify neuroendocrine markers related to anxiety and depression
- Evaluate support strategies using nutritional and lifestyle interventions
Putting It All Together: Creating Personalized Hormone Care Plans (2 hours)
Case-based integration of hormone testing, lifestyle patterns, and protocols
Building timelines, mapping systems, and prioritizing interventions
Tools for clinical workflow and patient engagement
Objectives:
- Construct personalized hormone care plans using functional frameworks
- Apply testing results and symptom patterns to real-world cases
- Utilize tools and strategies to implement root-cause care in practice
On-Demand: Men’s Health: Hormones, Andropause, and Metabolism (2.5 hours)
Androgen decline and clinical presentation of andropause
Assessment of testosterone, DHEA, SHBG, estradiol, and related markers
Connection between metabolic health, inflammation, and hormone balance
Lifestyle and supplement strategies for male hormone optimization
Case-based exploration of fatigue, libido, and cardiovascular risk
Objectives:
- Identify the clinical presentation and drivers of male hormone imbalance and andropause
- Discuss laboratory evaluation of testosterone and related hormones
- Evaluate the role of inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and stress in male hormone decline
- Implement functional strategies—including nutrition, sleep, exercise, and supplements—to support testosterone and vitality
- Apply a systems-based approach to managing low libido, erectile dysfunction, and fatigue in men
On-Demand: Fertility & Preconception Care: A Root Cause Framework (1.5 hours)
Functional influences on egg and sperm quality
Hormonal, thyroid, adrenal, and gut-related contributors to infertility
Preconception detoxification and nutrient optimization
Environmental toxins, endocrine disruptors, and fertility
Personalized protocols for fertility support using lifestyle and targeted supplements
Objectives:
- Describe the root causes of subfertility and infertility through a functional lens
- Assess how thyroid, cortisol, gut health, and inflammation impact fertility
- Identify key lab markers and testing options for preconception assessment
- Implement nutrition, detox, and lifestyle strategies to support conception
- Create preconception protocols that address both male and female fertility challenges
Praise From Our Students
★★★★★
After completing the Lifestyle Medicine course and joining the CE cruise, I knew FxMedCE delivered exceptional education—but the sneak peek of the new hormone program took it to the next level. The depth of content and clinical practicality is exactly what I’ve been looking for. I now feel equipped to assess hormonal patterns and support my patients using root-cause and lifestyle-based strategies. I can’t wait to complete the full program when it’s released!
Amber F.
★★★★★
The last FxMedCE cruise experience alone was unforgettable, but the education made it truly transformative. The Lifestyle Medicine course changed how I practice, and getting early access to the hormone module showed me how to take patient care even further. The case-based format and hormone testing integration gave me confidence to tackle complex conditions like perimenopause and adrenal dysfunction. I’m already applying what I learned to real patients.
Angela C.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about the cruise and course
What does the $999 course fee cover?
The $999 covers all course fees and lifetime access to the course modules after the cruise including the bonus modules. It includes the CME or CE depending on your profession.
How do I book the cruise?
Cruise reservations must be made through our partner travel agency, not directly through the cruise line. Please visit our travel partner’s site here or call 1-800-422-0711 and reference program number 3817. You may also fill out the Request a Quote form on their site and they will give you a call with a quote.
Do I have to book my room through the travel partner?
Yes. Room booking is required through our partner travel agency to ensure you are registered as part of the continuing education program.
Can family or friends join me on the cruise?
Yes! We would love to have your family and friends join us! Many of our team will have kids joining us, and the kids club on the ship is a fan favorite. Guests, family members, and companions are welcome to book with you through the travel partner. Only registered course participants need to pay the $999 course fee to attend the educational sessions. We will have a group reception one evening during the cruise that they will be welcome to join you as well.
Are continuing education credits included?
Yes. This program is accredited for continuing education. Specific details about CE hours and accrediting bodies are provided on the registration page.
Do I need to attend all sessions in person?
Participants are strongly encouraged to attend live sessions on board to receive live CE credit. However, all modules will be available online after the cruise for lifetime access and on-demand credit will be available for the full program once available.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation policies for the cruise fare are determined by the travel partner and cruise line. The course fee is non-refundable due to the on-demand program being available afterward if you unfortunately are unable to join us.
Will there be time to enjoy the cruise activities?
Yes. Educational sessions are scheduled to allow for plenty of free time to enjoy the cruise, excursions, and onboard amenities. We will only be teaching on the days at sea. The rest of the time is yours to explore!
Who do I contact with questions about the cruise vs. the course?
- For cruise booking, pricing, and staterooms: contact the travel partner at 1-800-422-0711 (program #3817).
- For course content and CE details: contact our education team directly via our contact form.
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