Events
Events
Infectious Disease & Best Practices for MSK Imaging
Please join us for the 102nd in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, February 6, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating infectious diseases. We will also explore best practices for MSK imaging to support effective clinical decision-making.
Practical Strategies for Supporting Patients on OW & ODSP
Family physicians regularly support patients navigating Ontario Works (OW) and the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)—systems that can be complex and time‑consuming.
Infectious Disease & New Hypertension Guidelines Update
Please join us for the 103rd session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, February 20, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating infectious diseases and also highlight key points from the new hypertension guidelines and how to implement them in practice. The main program will be held from 7.
Insomnia in Primary Care: Assessment, CBTi and Safe Prescribing
Insomnia is one of the most common issues family physicians see, but treating it effectively isn’t always straightforward. While patients may initially look to medication for relief, the best evidence supports Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi) as the first-line treatment.
Infectious Disease & Supporting Healthy Aging in Women
Please join us for the 104th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, March 6, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating infectious diseases, particularly on returned traveller illness. We will also dive into a practical exploration of strategies beyond Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) to optimize physical, mental, and metabolic health in older women.
Foundations of Children’s Mental Health
The Foundations workshop focuses on the core principles of mental health assessment in children. Participants will explore how to take a comprehensive psychosocial history specific to school-aged children and adolescents; identify common childhood presentations, including adjustment disorder, anxiety and depression; and review essential concepts related to ADHD.
Clinical Application of the Long-Term Care (LTC) Fracture Prevention Recommendations for Frail Older Adults
Long-term care (LTC) residents are more dependent, frail and vulnerable, and require more complex care than community-dwelling older adults. Yet many interventions intended to reduce fracture risk are not used consistently in LTC, and clinical practice guidelines for osteoporosis have focused on the care of adults living in the community.
Navigating WSIB for Family Physicians: Improving Patient Access and Your Practice
Many family physicians struggle with completing WSIB forms and advising patients on workplace injuries. This session will provide practical guidance on when to offer WSIB support, how to complete and bill forms, and how to counsel patients who fear employer repercussions.
Infectious Disease & Assessment Tools on Conflicting Guidelines
Please join us for the 105th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, March 27, 2026! In this session, we will share a brief respiratory update and reflect on lessons learned as we near the end of this year’s winter season. We will also discuss a practical approach to addressing conflicting guidelines in clinical practice.
Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention Workshop – March 2026
In this workshop, facilitators will share insights from the 2023 updated clinical practice guideline for management of osteoporosis and fracture prevention in Canada, as well as actionable tools for screening, diagnosing and optimizing care.
Infectious Disease & Latest Updates on KidneyWise
Please join us for the 106th session in our series “Changing the Way We Work” on Friday, April 17, 2026! In this session, we will share an update on circulating infectious diseases. We will also provide updates on the KidneyWise Clinical Toolkit based on new evidence from clinical practice guidelines and feedback from clinical providers.
Return-to-Work Planning in Family Medicine: Practical WSIB Considerations
Supporting patients with return‑to‑work planning and related WSIB documentation, such as FAF forms, can be complex for family physicians, particularly when balancing clinical care with administrative demands.