For all events, visit the Department of Pediatrics calendar All events are in MST (Mountain Standard Time), unless otherwise stated
NEW EVENT A Blueprint for Building Quality Participation in Sport for Children, Youth, and Adults with a Disability Thursday, May 26, 2022 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Online Join Dr. Amy Latimer-Cheung for an interactive-style presentation regarding her research which aims to encourage people to move more, specifically in increasing sport and exercise participation for people with a disability by creating positive activity experiences. → Details and registration here.
Medical Genetics Seminar: "Competence by Design: Introduction to EPAs and Workplace Based Assessments" Friday, May 27, 2022 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Virtual (via Zoom) This seminar will describe the concept of ‘Entrustable Professional Activities’ in the context of the Medical Genetics Residency Training Program, explain the various components of an EPA form and how to use these parts to complete a resident assessment, and discuss ‘Workplace Based Assessments’ including how to provide effective feedback and coaching during clinical work/rotations. Meeting ID: 918 4020 3238 Passcode: 506464 → Join the Zoom session here.
ATTACH™ Webinar Series: "Community Agency Experience of the ATTACH™ Intervention" Friday, May 27, 2022 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Virtual (via Zoom) Want to learn more about the ATTACH Program agency experience? Join this webinar to find out more, featuring Family Services SK, Marymound, and Regina Transition House. → Join the Zoom session here.
Owerko Centre 10th Annual Dr. Harvey B. Sarnat Lectureship in Developmental Neuroanatomy and Neuropathology Monday, May 30, 2022 | 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Virtual (via Zoom) Title: Maldevelopment & Maelstrom: A Tale of Two Neurocristopathies
Presenter: Dr. Kyle C. Kurek Dr. Kurek is a pediatric pathologist studying the molecular basis of childhood malformations and tumors affecting the musculoskeletal, vascular, and brainstem systems. His lab combines genetic discovery with tissue-based research and has uncovered the basis of over a dozen disorders, facilitating the adoption of novel targeted therapeutics. → Details and registration here.
NEW EVENT Health Research "How-To" Webinar: Monday, May 30, 2022 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Virtual (via Zoom) Title: HOW TO …do remote consenting - Introducing the NEW REDCap eConsent Tool
Presenter: Chelsea Wellman, Senior Project Coordinator, CSM Clinical Research Objectives:
- To provide an overview of eConsenting, its benefits and regulatory requirements
- To demo the NEW REDCap eConsent Tool
- To provide details on how to access the REDCap eConsent Tool
→ Details and registration here.
Department of Pediatrics Search & Selection Presentation - Pediatric Neurologist Tuesday, May 31, 2022 | 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Virtual (via Zoom) Title: Ensuring Competence in Neurology Residency Education
Presenter: Dr. Colleen Curtis Objectives:
- Describe the evolution of competency-based medical education (CBME)
- Discuss the study of CBME in resident education
- Outline the application of educational strategies in neurology resident training
Meeting ID: 637 8412 5489 Passcode: 069942 → Join the Zoom session here.
Owerko Centre 2022 Mini-Symposium on Postmitotic Somatic Mutations Tuesday, May 31, 2022 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | In-person Hosted by the Owerko Centre, this mini-symposium will feature dynamic presentations and discussion about postmitotic somatic mutations from some of Canada’s leading physicians and researchers. → Details and registration here.
NEW EVENT I’m not sick, I’m transgender: Improving the experience for LGBTQ2S+ People Tuesday, May 31, 2022 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Online Marni Panas is the Program Manager, Diversity and Inclusion with AHS where she is dedicated to creating safer, more welcoming and inclusive health care environments. Hosted by the CSM Department of Psychiatry, this Grand Rounds is an opportunity to learn about creating a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for people of a sexual or gender minority. → Details and registration here.
Canadian Women in Medicine Conference Thursday, June 2, 2022 – Saturday, June 4, 2022 | Hybrid (Victoria, BC or Virtual) This event brings women physicians together to learn and connect, as well as to improve their personal and professional wellness in a fun and supportive environment. The conference will feature multiple speakers and workshops for a weekend of learning. → Details and registration here.
CCHCSP Annual Virtual Symposium on Child Heath and Beyond: Rights, Responsibilities and Reconciliation Monday, June 6 - Wednesday, June 8 2022 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Virtual (via Zoom) This year's virtual (and free!) CCHCSP annual symposium will be open to as many interested learners as possible. As a result, each session has been set up with its own separate Zoom link for registration. → Click here to view the interactive syllabus.
NEW EVENT Department of Pediatrics Search & Selection Presentation - Pediatric Neurologist Tuesday, June 7, 2022 | 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Virtual (via Zoom) Title: Brain at Risk: Focusing on Early Identification Through Clinical Care, Research, and Education
Presenter: Dr. Kristine Woodward Objectives:
- To characterize 'brain at risk' and discuss particularly vulnerable populations
- To discuss standardized care pathways to minimize acute risk in specific neurologic conditions
- To discuss the importance of simulation learning to improve early recognition and management
- To explore the importance of local cohort studies to ensure ongoing quality improvement in acute care
Meeting ID: 671 2031 6884 Passcode: 338008 → Join the Zoom session here.
2022 Owerko Centre Conference Tuesday, June 7, 2022 | 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Theatre Four, HMRB, University of Calgary Foothills Campus Registration for the 2022 Owerko Centre Conference is now open. The conference includes an exciting line-up of keynote speakers, community panel discussions, and internal University of Calgary researchers and trainees presenting their work. → Details and registration here.
NEW EVENT Hope and Healing after Trauma - Reflections for Physicians by General Roméo Dallaire Tuesday, June 7, 2022 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Online
Physicians, residents, and medical students are invited to attend this online session hosted by the Alberta Medical Association’s (AMA) Physician and Family Support Program. In this presentation, General Dalliare shares what he has learned, addressing operation (occupational) stress injuries and offering a path to recovery. → Details and registration here.
NEW EVENT Child Health and Wellness Special Seminar Thursday, June 9, 2022 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Virtual (via Zoom) Title: Understanding and Improving Health Services for Managing Pediatric Obesity
Presenter: Dr. Geoff Ball Countless hours and dollars are spent every year testing different interventions for managing pediatric obesity. However, even the best interventions are ineffective when treatment initiation is low and attrition is high. This presentation focuses on intervention ‘engagement’ and how clinicians can help families to get the most out of their care. → Details and registration here.
Medical Genetics Seminar: "Competence by Design: Introduction to ePortfolio" Friday, June 10, 2022 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Virtual (via Zoom) This seminar will introduce the ePortfolio platform, demonstrate how to complete EPAs within ePortfolio and the various workflows, and share experiences and ideas on how to best integrate using EPAs and ePortfolio during daily clinical work. Meeting ID: 998 0951 5447 Passcode: 492133 → Join the Zoom session here.
Gut Feelings Sunday, June 12, 2022 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Telus Spark Science Centre This event will include presentations on selected mental health topics and leading edge research by Mathison Centre researchers that is applicable for your everyday life. → Details and registration here.
NEW EVENT Research Impact Canada: Canadian Knowledge Mobilization Forum Monday, June 13, 2022 – Friday, June 17, 2022 | Online The Canadian Knowledge Mobilization Forum (CKF) is a biennial event that provides opportunities for professional development, learning and networking for those interested in knowledge mobilization, translation, and exchange. It brings together a community dedicated to sharing learnings, best practices, tools and resources. CKF22 will be taking place in an online format and there will also be a regional half-day event in-person across the country, including Calgary. → Details and registration here.
Proud Together Presents: The LGBTQ2S+ Acronym - Not Just a Bunch of Letters Wednesday, June 15, 2022 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Virtual (MS Teams) Join the AHS Proud Together Workforce Resource Group in this webinar as we present on the different identities within the LGBTQ2S+ community, explain the importance of representation, and discuss how everyone can be an ally. → Register here.
The National Black Canadians Summit Friday, July 29, 2022 – Sunday, July 31, 2022 | In-person (Halifax, NS) The Summit is presented as a three-day conference at the Halifax Convention Centre. Every workshop, presentation and creative session is inspired from the International Decade for People of African Descent (2015-2024): Recognition, Justice and Development, as proclaimed by the United Nations.
→ Details and registration here. |