Upcoming Medical Conferences in Calgary

Module 2: Implant Surgical Principles - Calgary is organized by The Institute for Dental Excellence (T.I.D.E.) and will be held from Jan 17 - 18, 2020 at Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 21 CE Points. Description: Module 2  The surgical phase of Implantology demands precise implant placement locations with minimal trauma to the implant recipient site and for the patient. A didactic presentation will review the pearls of implant surgery along with the pre-surgical evaluation requirements.  A detailed review of the osteotomy preparation of drilling sequence will be supported and enforced with hands-on exercises. Anatomically correct customized implant models will be used to practice and evaluate for implant placements (in all zones of the mouth) for reinforcement of principles of osteotomy preparations. Soft tissue manipulation and suturing techniques along with osteotomies will be prepared in pig’s jaws to simulate clinical settings. Live patient demonstrations will be performed by a specialty instructor to further enhance the teaching process for the surgical phase of implant dentistry. In addition, procedural DVD’s, highlighting various surgical concepts, will be viewed by participants at the course and then copies given out for participants to bring home. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available. 

Module 3: Cadaver Surgical Exercises for Implantology – Calgary is organized by The Institute for Dental Excellence (T.I.D.E.) and will be held from Feb 28 - Mar 01, 2020 at Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 21 CE Credits. Description: Module 3  An understanding and review of the anatomical structures of the specific potential implant sites are mandatory to avoid complications in implant surgery. A didactic presentation will review all anatomical structures along with the danger zones within the specific zones of the jaws. Each specific location of the mouth presents unique and specific challenges. Recognition and management of the surgical techniques specific to each zones of the intraoral location will enhance surgical success rates for optimal implant recipient site preparations. • lower posterior mandible • upper posterior maxilla • lower anterior mandible • upper anterior maxilla Course Outline: • Various exercises will be conducted using the cadaver head specimens as follows: • Anatomical dissections and review of vital structures • Atraumatic extractions utilizing periotomes • Socket preservation techniques for ridge preservations • Implant osteotomy preparations • Guided Bone Regenerations (GBR) techniques for exposed implant threads • Ridge splitting concepts with osteotomes and splitters • Harvesting of Autogenous bone for GBR concepts • Immediate implant placements into fresh sockets Hands On Exercises: • Type of materials and instruments used for periodontal surgery • Different types of flap designs • Suturing technique • How to obtain tension free closure • Guided Bone Regeneration - no discussion on block graft, focus on particulate graft and use of membranes • Immediate Implant placements • Extraction and socket preservation Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Anxiety interventions: Assertiveness training, relaxation skills training and exposure therapy is organized by Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) / Association canadienne des ergotherapeutes (ACE) and will be held from Mar 12 - 14, 2020 at Royal Hotel Calgary, Trademark Collection by Wyndham, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Target audience: This workshop is intended for occupational therapist clinicians who wish to increase their confidence and competence in using effective exposure-based techniques and relaxation skills with clients with anxiety (including specific phobia, social phobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety, panic disorder and agoraphobia) and in training these clients to improve their assertive communication. Participants are expected to have a foundation on different types of anxiety disorders.  Description: This three-day interactive workshop equips occupational therapists with the fundaments to increase their competence and confidence in using three evidence-informed interventions for clients with anxiety: assertiveness training, relaxation skills training and exposure therapy. The three components are designed to be independent so that participants can attend one, two, or all three elements, as they wish. Day 1 of this three-day workshop focuses on the skills and knowledge involved in conducting assertiveness training with clients – particularly those who find themselves behaving in an overly passive manner in their interactions with others. The four basic communication styles (passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive) are reviewed, as well as the internal and interpersonal barriers to being more assertive. In a series of presentation segments interspersed with interactive exercises, participants will learn the basics of nonverbal assertive posture, offering opinions, giving and receiving positive and corrective feedback, making requests, and saying ‘no.’ Tips are provided for practicing these skills with clients and planning their application in diverse settings and situations. Day 2 of this three-day workshop focuses on the nature of stress and anxiety, the point at which anxiety becomes an anxiety disorder, and training in a set of relaxation therapy skills to assist clients in managing their own stress response. The emphasis is on diaphragmatic breathing training, progressive muscle relaxation (PMR), and passive relaxation. Participants will experience each of the techniques themselves and engage in practice simulation in dyads and receive feedback and recommendations on technique. Day 3 focuses on the use of exposure therapy, the foundation of evidence-based intervention for each of the anxiety disorders. Although seemingly straightforward, the effectiveness of exposure therapy decreases dramatically when several basic tenets are not followed. This workshop provides guidelines for effective exposure therapy and provides participants with practice in hierarchy development. The concepts covered in the workshop are adapted to exposure with specific phobia, social phobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia. Participants learn the strategies, then conduct several simulations in triads to develop treatment plans for several presenting problems. Participants receive a package of resource materials including presentation notes, over 30 pages of handouts for clients, a set of five relaxation training scripts, a guide to running a 6-session relaxation skills group if desired, and an audio CD that can be reproduced for clients for home practice. Learning objectives: By the end of this workshop, you will be able to: • Identify the core principles of assertive communication. • Work with clients to identify, set, and defend personal boundaries. • Devise and rehearse interaction plans with clients. • Utilize three relaxation training techniques with clients. • Explain the clinical reasoning for selecting a relaxation training technique with a given client. • Explain the tenets of effective exposure therapy. • Develop exposure hierarchies for a variety of clients with anxiety. • Compare imaginal and in vivo exposure exercises. • Integrate relaxation strategies with exposure therapy. Areas of practice:  ​• Mental health Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Canadian Geriatrics Society (CGS) 40th Annual Scientific Meeting is organized by Canadian Geriatrics Society (CGS) and will be held from Apr 30 - May 02, 2020 at The Westin Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Canadian Pain Society (CPS) 41st Annual Scientific Meeting is organized by Canadian Pain Society (CPS) and would be held during May 19 - 22, 2020 at Hyatt Regency Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The target audience for this medical event for Neurologists. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Hoarding: Assessment and intervention for occupational therapists is organized by Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) / Association canadienne des ergotherapeutes (ACE) and will be held on May 30, 2020 at Royal Hotel Calgary, Trademark Collection by Wyndham, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Target Audience: Occupational therapists, occupational therapist assistants (OTAs), students in occupational therapy and OTA/PTA programs, who wish to improve their understanding of when and how to address hoarding behaviours that contribute to occupational performance issues. Social workers, psychologists and other frontline workers in housing, mental health, justice and social services are also welcome to attend. Description: Hoarding behaviours can cause distress, impairment of function and serious adverse outcomes such as unsafe living conditions and homelessness. This one-day workshop is designed to equip occupational therapists with the understanding of when and how to address hoarding behaviours that contribute to occupational performance issues. You will be provided with a workbook that summarizes learnings and includes assessment tools. The first part of the workshop will focus on reviewing evidence-based information on hoarding, including: • an introduction to hoarding disorder, hoarding behaviours and neglect; • a review of theoretical models used to understand hoarding; and • the accepted approach for assessment and intervention of hoarding disorder. Group discussion regarding the application of an occupational lens to augment the understanding, assessment and intervention process will follow. In the second half of the workshop, you will rotate through three small group activities to practice: • identifying an appropriate plan for occupational therapy involvement using case examples to address hoarding behaviour and related occupational performance issues; • conducting assessment related to hoarding behaviour; and • delivering intervention to address hoarding behaviour. The workshop will conclude by identifying practical considerations, opportunities and challenges related to real-world application of workshop material to your occupational therapy practice. Areas of practice: Mental health, General physical health, Health promotion and wellness Learning objectives: By the end of this workshop, you will: • Understand hoarding and recognize hoarding behaviours (vs. neglect, collecting). • Be able to use assessment tools to measure hoarding, appreciate contributing factors to the behaviour, and monitor impact on function, safety and tenancy. • Be able to explain standard practice for intervention to address hoarding behaviours and how to minimize or avoid causing harm. • Be able to augment this standard practice using occupational lens. • Be able to take the next steps in addressing hoarding behaviours with direct intervention and consultation with others (professionals, landlords, family) in your occupational therapy practice.

Basic Implant Mini Residency Program: Calgary 2019/2020 is organized by The Institute for Dental Excellence (T.I.D.E.) at Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 98 CE Credits. Course Dates: MODULE 1 (This module can be taken independently) Comprehensive implant treatment planning (fixed/removable) October 18-20, 2019 MODULE 2 (This module can be taken independently) Implant surgical principles: Hands-on models, pig mandibles and clinical videos January 17-18, 2020 MODULE 3 (This module can be taken independently) Cadaver surgical exercises for implantology February 28-March 1, 2020 MODULE 4 “Live patient” surgical implant placements and auxilary staff training May 22-24, 2020 MODULE 5 “Live patient” implant prosthodontics and implant prosthodontics and occlusion for implantology September 25-27, 2020 Description: Join Dr. Mark Lin and his Faculty of Multi-Disciplinary Specialists and discover how our sequentially planned, prosthetically driven implant course delivers what you need to know to successfully integrate implants into your dental practice. After completion of this program you will be confident to select, treatment plan, surgically place and restore dental implants successfully. Course Highlights: • Share your challenges and celebrate your achievements! • “LINatics” – exclusive online study club – mentoring by Dr. Lin available to T.I.D.E. alumni at course completion- share your challenges celebrate your achievements! • Training manual, clinical videos and complimentary electronic tablets with all course notes included! • Earn up to 126 Toronto or 126 Montreal, 98 Calgary or 98 Vancouver CDE points • EXCEEDS new RCDSO and Ordre des Dentistes du Quebec guidelines for educational requirements and professional responsibilities for implant dentistry Main Topics to be Covered: • Staged Learning- Models I Pig Jaw I Cadaver Head Simulations Live Patient Treatment • Prosthetically Driven Treatment Planning & Case Selection • CBCT & Radiology • Anesthesiology • Pharmacology • Instrumentation I Sterilization Protocol • Prosthodontics /Implant Occlusion • Atraumatic Extraction I Socket Preservation • Bone Grafting Techniques I GBR I Biologics • Prevention and Management of Implant Complications • Live Patient Treatment- Up to 4 Clinical Cases • Scientific Based Learning Suited to All Implant Brands • Indirect Sinus Augmentation • Implant Over Dentures • Implant Guided Surgery • Implant Esthetics • Functional Occlusion I Biomechanics • Increase Case Acceptance I Team Training • Soft Tissue Manipulation • Suturing Techniques • Mentorship Program Available After Program Completion Registration Details AGD members receive $500 discount – Use Coupon Code: AGD500 (please note: you must enter your AGD number in “additional notes” on the checkout page.) Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.