Changing the Way We Work Community of Practice

Please join us for the 69th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday December 15, 2023. In this session, we will review the latest data on respiratory viruses, tips for approaching these in practice and related vaccines including the new pneumococcal vaccines. We will hear about upcoming changes in eligibility for breast cancer screening and the evidence behind this decision. Finally, we’ll reflect on the past year and celebrate the important role family physicians play in the system. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View Session and Materials: https://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Co-Moderators:

Please join us for the 70th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday January 19, 2024. With respiratory viruses on the rise, we will discuss practical strategies to manage pediatric respiratory illness in community settings. We will also hear the latest updates on COVID 19 from an infectious disease expert. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with time for additional Q&A until 9:15am. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View Session and Materials: https://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Moderators: View Previous Session and Materials: https://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions

Please join us for the 71st in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday February 9, 2024. In this session, we will discuss the latest evidence and guidance for preventing, diagnosing, and treating Long COVID. We will also highlight key points from the 2023 PEER simplified lipid guidelines and review practical tools to help in your family practice. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with time for additional Q&A until 9:15am. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. 2023 Peer Simplified Lipid Guidelines updates: https://www.cfp.ca/content/69/10/675 View All Sessions and Materials: https://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Co-Moderators:

Please join us for the 72nd in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday February 23, 2024. In this session, an infectious disease expert will provide updates on COVID-19, other circulating respiratory viruses, and the rising rate of measles infections.  We will also hear from Ontario Health about their role in primary care and the work they are doing to help coordinate and support primary health care in Ontario. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with time for additional Q&A until 9:15am. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View All Sessions and Materials: https://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Moderators:

Please join us for the 73rd in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday March 22, 2024. In this session, we will share updates on COVID-19 and other circulating respiratory viruses and provide the latest guidance on how to address the rising rates of measles and Mpox infections.  We will also discuss a practical approach to the management of menopause. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with time for additional Q&A until 9:15am. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View All Sessions and Materials: https://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Moderators:

Please join us for the 74th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday April 5, 2024. In this session, we will have a brief discussion on circulating infectious diseases. We will also highlight key updates to the Osteoporosis Canada Guidelines and review practical tools to help in your family practice. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with time for additional Q&A until 9:15am. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View Past Sessions and Materials: https://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Moderators:

Please join us for the 75th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday April 26, 2024. In this session, we will provide a brief overview on circulating infectious diseases. We will also discuss practical approaches to diagnosing and supporting ADHD in your practice. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with time for additional Q&A until 9:15am. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View Sessions and Materialshttps://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Moderators:

Please join us for the 76th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday May 17, 2024. In this session, we will provide a brief overview on circulating infectious diseases and diagnosis and management of lyme disease. We’ll also discuss creative strategies to triage and manage patient flow in your practice, and how to use AI to alleviate administrative burden.The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with time for additional Q&A until 9:15am. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View Sessions and Materialshttps://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Moderators:

Please join us for the 77th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday June 7, 2024. In this session, we will provide a brief overview on circulating infectious diseases. We’ll also discuss an approach to patients with obesity and practical tips on management through pharmacological and nonpharmacological means. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with time for additional Q&A until 9:15am. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View Sessions and Materialshttps://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Moderators:

Please join us for the 78th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday June 21, 2024. In this session, we will provide a brief overview on circulating infectious diseases. We’ll also review the new alcohol use guidelines including tools to counsel patients and the available evidence-based treatments. We’ll end the session by providing practical strategies for creating a restful summer while balancing the demands of work. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with time for additional Q&A until 9:15am. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View Sessions and Materialshttps://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Moderators:

Please join us for the 79th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday July 26, 2024. In this session, we will provide an overview of circulating infectious diseases. We will also discuss expansion of the RSV vaccine program and updated guidelines for pneumococcal vaccines. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with time for additional Q&A until 9:15am. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View Sessions and Materialshttps://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Moderators:

Please join us for the 80th in our series “Changing the way we work” on Friday September 6, 2024. In this session, we will review respiratory illness prevention and management for the fall, including vaccine updates and the recent surge in Mpox. We will also discuss practical tips for managing patient expectations in your practice. The main program will be held from 7:55-9:00am, with a potential extension until 9:15am for additional Q&A. We appreciate you submitting questions at registration to help us plan the session. View Sessions and Materialshttps://dfcm.utoronto.ca/past-covid-19-community-practice-sessions Panelists: Host: Moderators: