Upcoming Medical Conferences in Toronto

ITI Education Week Toronto Incorporating Best Practices in Implant Dentistry to Minimize Complications is organized by International Team for Implantology (ITI) and will be held from Oct 16 - 19, 2019 at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 28 CE hours. Topics: • New trends and pitfalls in treatment planning • Digital diagnostic tools and their shortcomings • Esthetic risk assessment and SAC classification to mitigate complications • Contemporary radiographic techniques • Treatment planning for patients with a complex medical history and exposure to risk factors • Restorative planning for advanced and complex edentulous patients • Advantages and limitations of CAD/CAM technologies • Surgical/restorative planning for advanced and complex (partially) edentulous patients • Surgical aspects of complex esthetic single tooth and short span restorations • Bone substitutes and membranes • Sinus grafting and tissue regeneration • Risks associated with implant placement in post-extraction sockets • The influence of restorative procedures on esthetic outcomes and patient satisfaction • Safely navigating the digital restorative workflow: clinical and laboratory • Removable dental prostheses • CT-assisted computer guided implant surgery • Narrow diameter implants and other restorative controversies • Implant loading protocols: single crowns, bridges in extended edentulous sites, fixed prostheses in edentulous jaws, overdentures • Survival and complications associated with implant restorations • Prevention and management of biologic and technical complications • Effects of anti-infective preventive measures • Therapy of peri-implantitis • Laboratory designs for success • Live/video surgical/prosthodontic demos • Recommended clinical procedures originating from the 2018 6th ITI Consensus Conference. Learning Objectives: • Understand surgical and restorative treatment planning for advanced and complex cases of single tooth, short- and long-span fixed and removable prostheses • Understand the role of digital tools in the surgical and restorative workflows • Understand treatment outcomes, including surgical and prosthetic complications, in advanced and complex cases • Understand the consensus statements and recommended clinical procedures originating from the 6th ITI Consensus Conference

22nd Annual Scientific Meeting on Pelvic Pain is organized by International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS) and will be held from Oct 17 - 20, 2019 at Fairmont Royal York, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Who should attend? Healthcare professionals and researchers interested in expanding their topical knowledge of the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and research of disorders associated with chronic pelvic pain, including:  • Physicians and Clinicians • Researchers and Academics • Students and Retirees Description: The IPPS Annual Meeting provides practitioners and researchers with an expanded and topical understanding of the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and research of disorders associated with chronic pelvic pain. The meeting emphasizes the multidisciplinary and collaborative approach to the management of chronic pelvic pain. Presentations will combine research findings and clinical care patterns and practices important to the care of women and men. For providers who need a more broad understanding of pelvic neuroanatomy, physiology, and available treatments, additional workshops are available. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2-Day Certification Program (Injectables: Filler and botox course) is organized by Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine (CBAM) and will be held from Oct 19 - 20, 2019 at Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine (CBAM), Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Why should you take this course? In the field of anti-aging medicine, injectables such as botox and fillers are some of the best non-invasive procedures for reducing wrinkles and fine lines. Training courses for Botulinum Toxin (Botox®, Dysport® and Xeomin®) and Dermal Fillers must follow all standards of practice and patient safety regulations. Due to the high demand for these services, more and more practitioners show interest in administering these products as part of their clinical services Course Description: This two-day intensive course covers the theoretical fundamentals of Skin anatomy, Skin aging, Botulinum toxin (Botox®, Dysport® and Xeomin®), and dermal fillers. It will also incorporate a practical component for techniques taught in the course. This course is specifically designed for nursing students, medical residents, registered nurses, and physicians. The course will be held in a clinical/educational environment and all students will become a certified member of CBAM at the completion of this course when they complete other milestones of certified membership route. Learning Objectives: • Learn the most up-to-date knowledge-based practices in medical aesthetic techniques. • Practice and abide by all the standards of the governing college of the health care practitioner. • Know the scope of practice for each health care practitioner and understand the rules and guidelines for delegation. • Be able to competently and safely perform basic botox and filler injections under the supervision of an experienced practitioner in the field of cosmetic injections. • Know potential contraindications and complications of each treatment method and how to deal with adverse patient outcomes to treatment. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Basic Implant Mini Residency Program: Toronto 2019/2020 is organized by The Institute for Dental Excellence (T.I.D.E.) at Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 119 CDE Points. Course Dates: MODULE 1  Comprehensive implant treatment planning (fixed/removable)  (This module can be taken independently)  October 25 – 27, 2019 MODULE 2 Implant surgical principles: Hands-on models, pig mandibles and clinical videos  (This module can be taken independently) November 22 – 23, 2019 MODULE 3 Cadaver surgical exercises for implantology  (This module can be taken independently)  February 21 – 23, 2020 MODULE 4 “Live patient” surgical implant placements and auxiliary staff training April 3 – 5, 2020 MODULE 5 Implant prosthodontics and occlusion for implantology “Live patient” implant prosthodontics June 5 – 6, 2020 MODULE 6  “Live patient”  September 18-19, 2020  Description: oin 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. Top Reasons to Participate: • Exceeds new RCDSO guidelines & Ordre des dentistes du Quebec guidelines for educational requirements and professional responsibilities for implant dentistry • Earn up to 119 CDE Points. Eligible for ICOI fellowship upon completion of the program. • Comprehensive and focused 18 days of intensive training • Clinical procedures performed by course participants on live patients (treatment planning, surgical implant placement and implant prosthetics) • Treat up to 4 cases per doctor (depending on the complexity of the case) • Multidisciplinary specialist guest speakers (prosthodontist, periodontists, dental anesthesiologists, oral surgeon, registered dental technicians,oral radiologist) • Comprehensive training applicable to ALL implant systems • Scientific foundation for clinical implant practice, comprehensive training manual, clinical videos and a complementary tablet with all course notes included • Treatment planning module with customized model based exercises and pig mandible simulation exercises • Human cadaver head 3-day hands-on exercises • Auxiliary staff training • Implant prosthodontics, occlusion, pharmacology, radiology, CBCT and digital dentures • Exclusive alumni study club for continued support for one year after completion of full program Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2nd annual Paediatric Pearls Conference is organized by Scarborough Health Network (SHN), University of Toronto and will be held on Oct 25, 2019 at Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Who it's for: The information addressed in the Paediatric Pearls Conference are directed towards: • Clinical educators and mentors • Program directors • Medical residents • Program administrators • Educational researchers • Medical education leaders • Clinicians in family medicine, paediatrics, or neonatology Description: The Paediatric Pearls Conference is an annual medical education event held by Scarborough Health Network’s (SHN) Department of Paediatrics, in conjunction with the University of Toronto Family and Community Medicine. This conference is a dynamic and practical program that is directed to address the needs of the local community primary care office practice. A variety of topics in general paediatrics and neonatology are discussed and evaluated to improve the management of common paediatric referrals. Each year, their Paediatric Pearls Conference brings together more than 500 physicians, medical students, residents, and clinical educators. Our aim is to share ideas, challenge current practices, and innovate in order to advance paediatric medicine in par with today’s medical instruments and needs. Conference Objectives: Sessions at Paediatric Pearls will cover a broad spectrum of clinical topics in general and subspecialty paediatrics. Upon completion of this educational activity, conference attendees will be better able to: • Develop an approach to common paediatric medical issues seen in family practice • Apply best practice for a wide range of issues in paediatric clinical practice • Identify innovative medical tools and applications to enhance paediatric and clinical care Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advanced Perinatal Clinical Application is organized by International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and will be held from Oct 26 - 27, 2019 at Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 12 hours of continuing education credits. Course Description: Building on the Webster Technique Certification, this module emphasizes hands-on clinical skills for serving the pregnancy and postpartum populations. This course addresses perinatal chiropractic research, pelvic balancing techniques, outcome based exams, and tools for engaging both birth providers and mothers in your community. Course Goals: Learn how to identify neurological soft signs related to subluxation of particular importance to the perinatal population, and understand how to address the postural, structural, fascial, functional and psychosocial factors unique to pregnancy and the postpartum period. At a Glance • 16 Modules: 14 seminars and 2 in-office research projects • Open to chiropractors and students: 5th quarter/4th trimester or higher • Attend individual seminars or entire series • CE credit offered for approved states Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

701st International Conference on Medical and Biosciences (ICMBS) is organized by Research World (RW) and will be held from Oct 28 - 29, 2019 at The Strathcona Hotel, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Description: The key intention of 701st ICMBS 2019 is to provide opportunity for the global participants to share their ideas and experience in person with their peers expected to join from different parts on the world. In addition this gathering will help the delegates to establish research or business relations as well as to find international linkage for future collaborations in their career path. We hope that 701st ICMBS 2019 outcome will lead to significant contributions to the knowledge base in these up-to-date scientific fields in scope. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Update 2019: How I do it... is organized by Canadian Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (CAFPRS) and will be held on Nov 02, 2019 at Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Course Description: Facial plastic surgery update, multidisciplinary faculty covering all aspects of facial plastic surgery. Skin cancer reconstruction, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, facelift, fillers and neuromodulators.  This course is designed for the practicing otolaryngologist, plastic surgeon, dermatologist, and oculoplastic surgeon who wishes to enhance his or her knowledge of various topics spanning the different subspecialties of facial plastic surgery including rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation, otoplasty, local flap reconstruction. The material will be presented via didactic lectures followed by audience participation in question and answer sessions along with panel discussions on management of interesting cases. Course Objectives: After active participation in this update meeting, participants will be able to: • Discuss in depth the current concepts and techniques in aesthetic and reconstructive facial plastic surgery • Tackle difficult rhinoplasties in both primary and secondary cases with expert guidance • Accurately select appropriate candidates for aesthetic and reconstructive facial plastic surgery procedures and skin case • Understand the relevant anatomy important to the surgical and non-surgical techniques in facial rejuvenation and reconstruction to add predictability and safety to these procedures. FACIAL INJECTABLE WORKSHOP: Friday, Nov 1, 2019 4 – 6 pm Face Toronto Cosmetic Surgery 251 Davenport, Toronto, M5R 1J9 Workshop Description: This course is designed for the practicing otolaryngologist who wishes to enhance his or her knowledge in facial rejuvenation. The material will be presented via a didactic lecture on review of critical anatomy and aesthetic goals. This will be followed by presentation of current techniques in facial neuromodulator and filler injection using live demonstrations in a small group setting. Workshop Objectives: After active participation in this update meeting, participants will be able to: • Discuss the critical anatomy relevant for facialinjection • Present current techniques in facial modulator and facial filler injective for facial rejuvenation • Review possible complications and their management algorithms Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

25th Ontario Association of General Surgeons (OAGS) Annual Meeting is organized by Ontario Association of General Surgeons (OAGS) and will be held on Nov 02, 2019 at Hilton Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Target Audience: General Surgeons, General Surgery Residents, Fellows, Physician Assistants CME Accreditation: Approx. 7.5 Section 1 credits anticipated Topics: • Lap Colon Surgery: Standard of Care and Mentoring • Diverticulitis: Current Evidence Based Management • Panel: Breast Surgery Case Studies • Colonoscopy: Cold Snare & Polypectomy Techniques • Pot for Pain Management • Pediatric Surgery 101 for General Surgeons • Functional GI Disorder • Panel: Perianal Potpourri • Wellness & Burnout • FIT: It’s Here - How Do We Deal With It? • Down with Dogma 6 Pearls Panel: Drop the Pre-op • Peri-op Medicine Mgmt. of Common Medical Problems • Watch & Wait for Hernias • Lymphedema • CHOCOLATE Study • Pot Vomiting Syndrome • Quality Update: NSQIP • Billing Corner  Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

7th Annual Concussion Research Symposium, Advances in Concussion Research Including Concussion in Women & Girls is organized by University Health Network (UHN) and will be held on Nov 02, 2019 at BMO Education & Conference Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.  Description: During this conference, participants will learn about the latest research on clinical, neuropsychological, neuroimaging and neuropathological manifestations of the concussion spectrum of disorders. This includes acute concussion, post-concussion syndrome (PCS) and neurodegeneration, including chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). In addition, we will have an update on research in concussion in women and girls. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.