Upcoming Medical Conferences in Victoria

An Introduction to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is organized by University Of Victoria (UVic) and will be held from Mar 25 - Apr 08, 2020 at UVic Campus, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Course Description: Designed for health and help professionals, this course provides an introduction to the principles and practices for using Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to treat clients. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy that identifies and modifies problematic thought patterns, emotions and behaviors. The basic CBT frameworks and methods for treating clients who suffer from depression and panic disorder will be explored. Information about formal training and certification in CBT will be provided. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Fibrosis and Tissue Repair: From Molecules and Mechanics to Therapeutic Approaches (Q6) is organized by Keystone Symposia on Molecular and Cellular Biology and will be held from Feb 19 - 23, 2020 at Fairmont Empress Hotel, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Description Fibrosis or scarring leads to destruction of organ architecture with loss of function and is an important cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Fibrosis affects nearly all tissues and organ systems and is a major pathogenic feature of many chronic inflammatory diseases including interstitial lung disease, NASH, glomerulonephritis, heart disease, Crohns disease, systemic sclerosis, among others. Fibrotic tissue remodeling also influences cancer metastasis and cancer therapy. Recent advances have provided a deeper understanding of the pathogenesis of fibrosis and have revealed novel drug targets that are at various stages of clinical development. This conference, in conjunction with the joint meeting on stromal cells in immunity and disease, will bring together academic, clinical, and translational researchers to discuss core mechanisms driving inflammation and fibrosis, compare and contrast fibrotic diseases of different organs, discuss the best preclinical models, and debate emerging therapies. This will be the 7th Keystone Symposium on Fibrosis, which was established in 2007 and is intended to be the premier international meeting for anyone with an interest in fibrosis. The meeting brings together researchers from a broad range of interests including epithelial biology, vascular biology, cancer, stem and tissue progenitor cell biology, tissue repair and regeneration, as well as those with disease specific-interests.  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Stromal Cells in Immunity and Disease (Q5) is organized by Keystone Symposia on Molecular and Cellular Biology and will be held from Feb 19 - 23, 2020 at Fairmont Empress Hotel, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Description Non-hematopoietic stromal cells play important roles in many tissues, constructing tissue microenvironments, contributing to tissue repair, defense and immune responses. Within lymphoid organs stromal cells organize and interact with leukocytes in an immunologically important manner. In addition to organizing T and B cell segregation and expressing lymphocyte survival factors, stromal cells support the migration and interactions between antigen presenting cells and naïve T and B cells during the initiation of immune responses and influence the outcome between tolerance and immunity. Stromal cells also play instrumental roles in coordinating immune responses in non-lymphoid tissues and in inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, and in chronic infection. Furthermore, stromal cells are being harnessed for therapeutic applications in several diseases, an area that holds great promise for improving human health.  Our understanding of stromal cell populations and their contributions to innate and adaptive immunity as well as immunological diseases, cancer and vaccination has grown exponentially over the past few years. This emerging field has gained enormous momentum due to increasingly sophisticated tools to dissect the fundamental biology and clinical importance of this cellular compartment. This meeting, in conjunction with the joint meeting on fibrosis, will bring together basic and clinical scientists with interdisciplinary interests in stromal cell biology and disease treatment to discuss critical fundamental and translational advances. The goals of the meeting are to showcase cutting-edge results and new directions in the field, stimulate interactions and provide a forum for trainees and new investigators to present their work and interact with leaders in the field.  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2020 International Reflexology Conference - Exploring the Reflexology Sphere is organized by Reflexology Association of Canada (RAC) and will be held from Apr 24 - 27, 2020 at Victoria Conference Centre, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Description: One of the beauties of reflexology is that it is very versatile. You can enjoy reflexology on your feet, hands, ears, face, etc. It can be very effective for managing pain, dealing with mobility issues, blood and circulation, stress, and more! All knowledge seekers are welcome to join us no matter where you have been trained, which association you belong to, or which country you call home. All are welcome! We’re expecting 10 different experts to help us explore the different shades of reflexology. Attendees of this conference will receive key practical information and techniques to enhance their practices and their interactions with their clients and grow their client base. From Reflexology and Meridian Theories to Reflexology for pain patients, Reflexology and the Ears and more… join us as we explore the reflexology universe.  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Canadian Women in Medicine Conference 2020 is organized by Canadian Women in Medicine (CWIM) and will be held from Jun 04 - 06, 2020 at Victoria Conference Centre, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Description: Welcome to the third annual Canadian Women in Medicine Conference! This weekend will be a wonderful opportunity for women physicians to learn, network and decompress in a casual and supportive environment. Similar to past years, keynote speakers and workshops will cover a range of topics that touch all aspects of women’s lives: professional, financial and personal. Conference Objectives: • To connect women physicians from across the country in a supportive environment • To allow women physicians to spend time reflecting on important topics and issues affecting their everyday lives, including but not restricted to: ○ self-care ○ patient care ○ healthy relationships with self, colleagues and patients ○ nutrition ○ stress ○ leadership ○ climate change ○ burnout • Raise funds for important causes, including: ○ Canadian Women’s Foundation ○ Dr. Elana Fric’s children Pre-Conference Events: ○ Building and Leading Teams ​CMA/Joule: June 2-3, 2020 Location: Victoria Conference Centre $1600 CMA members $2000 non-members ○ Leadership for Medical Women ​CMA/Joule: June 2-3, 2020 Location: Victoria Conference Centre $1600 CMA members $2000 non-members​ Pre-Conference Workshops: • June 4: Morning Sessions ○ Healing Relationships and Shaping Relatinships that Heal 9 am - 12 pm Saanich Room, Victoria Conference Centre COST: $200 + GST  Number of Participants: 75 ○ Mindfulness in Medicine: Attending to the Attending 10 am - 12 pm Sidney Room, Victoria Conference Centre COST: $100 + GST Number of Participants: 40 • June 4: Afternoon Sessions ○ Hair Bits & Bobs: Ten-minute Hair Tricks: 12:15 - 1:45pm View Royal Room, Victoria Conference Centre COST: $50 + GST Number of Participants: 25 ○ Pitch Perfect: How to Create a High Impact Elevator Pitch: 1 - 2 pm Esquimalt Room, Victoria Conference Centre COST: $25 + GST Number of Participants: 50 ○ Master Class: Parenting the Challenging Child: 1 - 3 pm Saanich Room, Victoria Conference Centre COST: $150 + GST Number of Participants: 75 ○ Make 'em Laugh: How to Use Humour in Writing, Presentations & Life: 2 - 3:30 pm Colwood Room, Victoria Conference Centre COST: $100 + GST Number of Participants: 25 ○ Achieving Financial Independence: the Easy, Lazy Guide for Busy Physicians: 3:45 - 5:15 pm Saanich Room, Victoria Conference Centre ​COST: $75 + GST Number of Participants: 75 ○ How to Throw Out Your Spanx: Practical, Evidence-based Nutrition & Fitness Tips: 3:45 - 5:15 pm Esquimalt Room, Victoria Conference Centre ​COST: $75 + GST  Number of Participants: 75 Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Canadian Urological Association (CUA) 75th Annual Meeting is organized by Canadian Urological Association (CUA) / Association des urologues du Canada (AUC) and would be held during Jun 27 - 30, 2020 at Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Additional Details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Internal Medicine for Primary Care: Derm/Neuro/Rheum is organized by Medical Education Resources (MER) and will be held from Aug 28 - 30, 2020 at Fairmont Empress, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.  Target Audience This program is targeted to office-based primary care providers and other health professionals with updates in primary care medicine Accreditation Physician Accreditation Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credit Designation Medical Education Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ABIM MOC Recognition Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 12 (part II) MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit. American Academy of Family Physicians This Live activity, Internal Medicine for Primary Care, with a beginning date of August 28, 2020 has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 12 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. American Osteopathic Association These programs are approved for 12 hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.American College of Emergency Physicians This program is approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for a maximum of 12 hours of ACEP Category I credit. Canadian Physicians The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) has a reciprocal credit agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) for activities which offer Prescribed credit. CFPC members who complete these conferences may claim the equivalent number of MainproM1 credits. American Academy of Physician Assistants AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 12 hours of Category I credit for completing this program. Nursing Accreditation Medical Education Resources is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides 12 contact hours of continuing nursing education. This activity is designated for X.X ANCC pharmacotherapeutic contact hours. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification Board recognizes and accepts continuing education (CE) contact hours from activities approved by AMA, ACCME, ANCC, AANP, AAFP and AACN. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 12299, for 12 contact hours. Pharmacy Accreditation Medical Education Resources (MER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. MER designates this continuing education activity for 12 contact hours (1.2 CEUs) of the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education.  It may also include: • Addiction Medicine • Allergy & Immunology • Bariatrics • Cardiology • Dermatology • Ear, Nose & Throat • Endocrinology • Emergency Medicine • Gastroenterology • Geriatrics • Gynecology • Infectious Diseases • Medicolegal • Men’s Urology • Neck & Spine • Nephrology • Neurology • Obstetrics • Oncology • Ophthalmology • Orthopedics • Pain • Palliative Care • Podiatry • Psychiatry • Pulmonology • Radiology • Rheumatology • Sports Medicine • Toxicology • Vascular Medicine Learning Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Identify cutaneous findings that serve as surrogates of internal diseases • Differentiate benign and malignant skin tumors and employ appropriate interoffice procedures • Review basic skin surgeries typically conducted in the primary care office • Perform a neurological exam • Distinguish dementia from delirium, as well as describe the neurologic changes of normal aging • Delineate the differential diagnosis and treat movement disorders • Review the pathophysiology of headaches and migraines and discuss patient assessment and treatment options • Differentiate between inflammatory and non-inflammatory joint pain and the differential diagnosis of each category • Evaluate and treat fibromyalgia, and osteoporosis

International Society of Addiction Medicine (ISAM) 2020 Conference is organized by International Society of Addiction Medicine (ISAM) and will be held from Nov 12 - 14, 2020 at Victoria Conference Centre, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.