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Note: we are offering 30 minute, 45 minute, and 60 minute presentations. 

ADHD Medication Pearls

(45 minute presentation)

Presented by Patrick Robertson, RxFiles Academic Detailing

Learning outcomes:

  • Compare & contrast stimulant formulation, Tmax, duration, cost, and coverage
  • Assess stimulant trials for appropriateness before considering non-stimulants
  • Consider non-stimulants (e.g., atomoxetine, guanfacine) second-line for ADHD; option to use as monotherapy or as an adjunct for suboptimal stimulant response

Amyloidosis & Sarcoidosis

(1 hour presentation)

Presented by Dr. Alex Zhai or someone from Horizons Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics

Learning outcomes pending.

    Bleeding Disorders

    (30 minute presentation)

    Presented by Dr. Kelsey Brose

    Learning outcomes pending.

    ENT Practical Clinical Pearls

    (1 hour presentation)

    Presented by Dr. Peter Spafford, Otolaryngologist - Head & Neck Surgery

    Learning outcomes:

    • Understand thyroid gland nodules
    • Learn differential diagnosis of ear pain
    • Separate sinus and throat symptoms
    • Choose symptom vs. disease approach

    Hip Assessment & Management: A Physiotherapy Perspective

    (1 hour presentation)

    Presented by Wyatt Cowell, physiotherapist

    Learning outcomes:

    • A review of the relevant anatomy
    • Overview of various hip conditions
    • Assessment techniques and diagnosis, including common mistakes
    • Initial management and when/where to refer

    Making Sense of Syphilis: Reading Between the RPR Titres

    (30 minute presentation)

    Presented by Janice Seebach, SHA Provincial STBBI Coordinator

    Learning outcomes:

    • Explain syphilis rates for Saskatchewan
    • Describe syphilis transmission & manifestations
    • Describe syphilis diagnosis, serology, staging, & treatment
    • Recognize when to refer patients to a specialist for syphilis treatment
    • Define the collaborative roles of public health, primary care, & specialists in syphilis treatment

    Management of Diabetic Kidney Disease

    (30 minute presentation)

    Presented by Dr. Sachin Shah (sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim)

    Learning outcomes:

    • Describe diabetic kidney disease, including its progression and associated clinical consequences
    • Apply evidence-based, guideline-recommended approaches to the management of patients with diabetic kidney disease
    • Identify evidence-based approaches to reduce kidney and cardiovascular risk in appropriate patients with diabetic kidney disease

    Pearls & Pitfalls of Rheumatoid Arthritis for the General Practitioner

    (30 minute presentation)

    Presented by Dr. Anton Moshynsky

    Learning outcomes:

    • Identify key initial investigations in the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis
    • Briefly discuss mimics of rheumatoid arthritis
    • Identify common & serious adverse events associated with the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis



      Practical Pearls for Eye Care: Red Eye + Flashes/Floaters Edition

      (30 minute presentation)

      Presented by Dr. Rachel Berger, OD

      Learning outcomes:

      • pearls for differentiating, treating, & managing varying red eye presentations
      • triage & management of "flashes & floaters" / differentiating from other visual disturbances
      • when referrals are made to optometry - what services are covered by SK Health, which services are typically private pay

      Saskatchewan Spine Pathway

      (30 minute presentation)

      Presented by Brett Kjargaard, Spine Pathway Clinic

      Learning outcomes:

      • provide an overview of the Saskatchewan Spine Pathway
      • present the goals of the Saskatchewan Spine Pathway
      • review the subjective & objective components of a lower quadrant physical examination
      • discuss all four Patterns of Pain

      Trauma-Informed Care

      (1 hour presentation)

      Presented by Dr. Holly Graham

      Learning outcomes pending.

      Why is the Coroner Calling Me? Their Role in Death Investigations and How to Accurately Complete the Medical Certificate of Death (MCD)

      (30 minute presentation)

      Presented by Shelley Giebel, NP

      Objectives:

      • To explain the role of the coroner and why they are reaching out to NP's to complete the MCD
      • To explain common errors in the completion of the MCD and provide education regarding completing it accurately in order to instill confidence among certifying NP's

      POST-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP

      Topic to be determined



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