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Health Sciences Preceptor Development Series

2025 Live Virtual Session Calendar

February 27, 2025 – RSVP – Working with a Struggling Learner

Date: February 27, 2025

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm Eastern

RSVP: https://forms.gle/1abh7KECjr1JwJUX7

Learning Objectives:

  1. Gain a better understanding of the reasons why a learner may be struggling on placement
  2. Explore approaches to supporting struggling learners
  3. Discuss strategies for providing and receiving feedback

Self-Directed Preceptor Development Series (Complete at Your Own Pace)

Access our Self-Directed Modules in our Resources – Self-Directed Preceptor Development Series

Health Sciences Webinars

February 26, 2025 – It’s All in Your Head – Experiences From Both Sides of the Stethoscope

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Date: February 26, 2025

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm EST

Title: It’s All in Your Head – Experiences From Both Sides of the Stethoscope

Learning Objectives:

  1. Conduct a comprehensive case review and analysis to understand the impact of neurological illness from the perspective of a patient who has since transitioned into a nursing role.
  2. Evaluate the importance of a multidisciplinary team in managing neurological conditions and their contributions to patient care.
  3. Enhance our understanding of how healthcare workers influence the overall patient experience and outcomes.

Speaker:
Patrick Bélec, RN, BScInf (BScN)

March 5, 2025 – Life is Sweet: Understanding Lifestyle Factors in Diabetes Management

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Date: March 5, 2025

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm EST

Title: Life is Sweet: Understanding Lifestyle Factors in Diabetes Management

Learning Objectives:

  1. Develop an appreciation for the impact of living with a chronic condition can have on someone, and ways we as health care providers can assist patients in navigating this.
  2. Enhance participants understanding of all factors that influence diabetes management.
  3. Differentiate between interventions for those living with Type 1 Diabetes VS Type 2 Diabetes VS Gestational Diabetes.
  4. Receive tangible strategies you can share with your patients in any health care setting that can support diabetes management.

Speaker:
Caitlyn McLeod, RD, CDE

March 19, 2025 – Navigating the Buffet of Antihyperglycemics and Tailoring Pharmacotherapy in Type 2 Diabetes

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Date: March 19, 2025

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm EST

Title: Navigating the Buffet of Antihyperglycemics and Tailoring Pharmacotherapy in Type 2 Diabetes

Learning Objectives:

  1. Review the 2024 update to Diabetes Canada’s recommendations for the pharmacologic glycemic management of type 2 diabetes.
  2. Discuss efficacy, safety, and practical considerations for currently available antihyperglycemics.
  3. Apply this knowledge to a selection of patient cases focused on heart failure, chronic kidney disease, and geriatric populations.

Speaker:
Jay Reaume, MClSc, BScPhm, BSc, RPh, CDE

Previous Webinars

Access the archive of our earlier webinars in our Resources – Health Sciences Webinar Recordings

External Events

ECHO Rheumatology online program

Who can attend? All primary care providers (including doctors, nurses, allied health, pharmacists etc.) are invited to register.

When: All sessions are Fridays from 12-1:30pm EST.

To register: ECHO Rheumatology – Register Here

For more information, please visit Rheumatology – Project ECHO® at University Health Network

For additional questions, please connect with our Administrative Assistant (Andrea.Hong@uhn.ca) for assistance.

Shift Concussion Management Program Course- Sault Ste. Marie (March 2025)

For more information, please refer to the agenda.

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Individual Authorizer Workshop

FIREFLY is pleased to invite you to our upcoming Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Individual Authorizer Workshop. This hands-on, interactive session is designed to enhance your expertise in AAC tools, assessments, and authorization processes. This workshop is open to Occupational Therapists and Speech-Language Pathologists and will be held on Thursday, May 8 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM at our Kenora office. Please see further details below.
 
What to Expect:
  • Hands-on experience with writing and face-to-face communication devices
  • Case study discussions focusing on assessment and device selection
  • Guidance on making authorizations with ADP funding
Why Attend?
  • Gain valuable insights to support clients who use AAC tools (participation is open to all, regardless of AAC clinic affiliation).
  • Expand your knowledge and skills in AAC assessment and authorization.
Cost:
$50 (lunch included)
Location:
FIREFLY Kenora Office
820A Lakeview Drive, Kenora, ON P0X 1C0
 
How to Register:
Please use the following link to register: IA Workshop – Kenora May 2025
 
For More Information:

Call for Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapists Regulators (CAPR)

As part of the Evaluation Services Re-Envisioned initiative, the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators (CAPR) is seeking passionate and experienced physiotherapists to join the Item Development Committee (IDC).

If you are interested in developing high-quality content for CAPR’s entry-to-practice assessments, this opportunity is for you!

Why join?

  • Make an impact: IDC members get involved in our initiatives to improve and modernize entry-to-practice physiotherapy assessment in Canada.
  • Contribute to the physiotherapy profession: Your work will help ensure that physiotherapists entering the profession meet national standards for safe and effective practice.
  • Professional growth: IDC members represent a pool of subject matter experts from across Canada who work collaboratively and have multiple opportunities to enhance their knowledge on diverse physiotherapy topics and build skills in competency assessment.
  • Honorarium: IDC members receive $1,000 annually for their contributions.

Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2025.

Ready to contribute to the future of physiotherapy? Apply now!

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