News and Events
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Health Sciences Preceptor Development Series
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:
- Gain a better understanding of the reasons why a learner may be struggling on placement
- Explore approaches to supporting struggling learners
- 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
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:
- 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.
- Evaluate the importance of a multidisciplinary team in managing neurological conditions and their contributions to patient care.
- 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
Date: March 5, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm EST
Title: Life is Sweet: Understanding Lifestyle Factors in Diabetes Management
Learning Objectives:
- 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.
- Enhance participants understanding of all factors that influence diabetes management.
- Differentiate between interventions for those living with Type 1 Diabetes VS Type 2 Diabetes VS Gestational Diabetes.
- 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
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:
- Review the 2024 update to Diabetes Canada’s recommendations for the pharmacologic glycemic management of type 2 diabetes.
- Discuss efficacy, safety, and practical considerations for currently available antihyperglycemics.
- 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)
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Individual Authorizer Workshop
- 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
- 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.
$50 (lunch included)
FIREFLY Kenora Office
820A Lakeview Drive, Kenora, ON P0X 1C0
Please use the following link to register: IA Workshop – Kenora May 2025
- Please refer to the following:
- Contact Lana Goodman at lgoodman@fireflynw.ca or 807-467-5437 ext. 2372.
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!