Management of Comorbid Alcohol and Anxiety Disorders

What clinical challenges are presented by comorbid alcohol misuse and major depressive episode?

• How do I manage alcohol misuse and MDE?

Sunday February 26th (9:00 – 11:30 am)

Diabetes and Depression – Relevance and Identification

Objectives:

About the Speaker
Dr. Silveira is Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto, and Psychiatrist-in-Chief and
Medical Director of Mental Health and Addiction Programs at St. Joseph’s Health Centre, Toronto.
Dr. Silveira served a co-chair of the Ontario College of Family Physicians’ Collaborative Mental Health Care Network from
2001 – 2010.

Diagnosis and Management of Patients with MCI and Dementia 

9:00AM – 12:00PM

ONTARIO COLLEGE OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS OFFICE

It is estimated that 2/3 of persons in the community with dementia are undiagnosed and untreated, with significant implications for future health resource utilization in view of our aging population. Better identification and management at a primary care level is essential. Based on the successful accredited Memory Clinic Training Program developed by The Centre for Family Medicine and the Ontario College of Family Physicians, this case-based interactive session provides the busy family physician with pearls on the diagnosis and management of patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia in ambulatory care.

Learning Objectives:

• List features that allow the clinical differentiation between normal aging, MCI, and the various types of dementia, and explain common office-based cognitive tests and investigations that can assist in the diagnosis
• Review basic initiation and monitoring of medications used in the management of patients with dementia
• Differentiate patients that can safely be diagnosed and managed by the family physician from those requiring a referral to a specialist

Registration Fee (add 13% HST): $155.00 for CFPC Members, $175 for Non Members, $100.00 for Residents

This program meets the accreditation criteria of the College of Family Physicians, and is accredited for 3.0 CFPC Mainpro-C Credit.

MCI and Dementia (Toronto) Registration Form

Continuing Medical Education Mainpro-C Workshop

Management of Childhood Obesity: Lifestyle, Diet, and Physical Activity

SATURDAY, MARCH 3rd, 2012

CROWNE PLAZA HAMILTON HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE

 

Childhood obesity is reaching epidemic proportions in our modern society.  An interplay between genetic and environmental factors is likely responsible. Unfortunately, this knowledge has not translated into effective public health measures aimed at curbing the problem.  In addition to describing the impact of this condition on our youth, important principles in weight management of the obese or overweight child are presented. Preventative measures in the family practice setting will also be discussed as well as exploring ways physical activity can be combined with other management strategies. Case examples will provide the background for the discussion.  

Participants will:

• Learn about the epidemiology of obesity in children 
• Learn how to assess overweight children in the primary care setting 
• Learn pragmatic interventions for overweight children including diet and physical activity interventions 
• Learn of a new tool for detecting ‘at risk’ toddlers

Registration Fee (add 13% HST): $299.00 for CFPC Members, $350.00 for Non Members, $199.00 for Residents

This program meets the accreditation criteria of the College of Family Physicians, and is accredited for 6.0 CFPC Mainpro-C Credits. 

Management of Childhood Obesity (Hamilton) Registration Form

WITH PRACTICE SOO SESSION

SESSION FULL

MARCH 4th, 2012

Mount Sinai Hospital

8:00AM - 9:00AM: Breakfast and Introductions
9:00AM - 12:00PM: Morning Lecture
12:00PM - 1:00PM: Lunch
1:00PM - 1:30PM: SOO 1
1:30PM - 2:00PM: Break
2:00PM - 2:30PM: SOO 2
2:30PM - 3:00PM: End of Workshop

Introduction to the exam process and a detailed analysis of how the SOO (Simulated Office Oral) component is marked.

Participants will be provided with the opportunity to view 1-2 taped SOOs and go over the marking scheme for each. 

Participants will also be provided with the opportunity to go over 1-3 SAMP (Short Answer Management Problems) questions and go over the marking scheme for each.

Practice SOO Session. The CFPC Certification Exam Preparation Workshop will give participants an opportunity to practice two simulated office orals, in addition to the introduction and orientation provided in the didactic component of the workshop.

Please note: This workshop is not suitable for Residents

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

The Centre for Family Medicine
10 B Victoria Street South
Kitchener, Ontario 

• develop an understanding of the 10 year risk stratification and treatment algorithm

This session is limited to 20 participants. No registrations will be considered on-site.

Osteoporosis Guidelines Registration Form - Kitchener

CBT On-The-Fly

~ Early Bird Prices before February 27th ~

FRIDAY, March 9th, 2012 

9:00AM – 4:00PM

Although family physicians rely primarily on pharmacotherapy to treat depression and anxiety, research and clinical experience suggests that many patients experience only partial relief and still remain vulnerable to relapse if they stop medication. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is the most empirically supported psychological treatment for anxiety and depression and also has been shown to prevent relapse. In the hands-on, skills oriented interactive workshop, participants will acquire basic CBT tools that they can integrate into their own general clinical practice.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the principles of CBT in their patients.
• Formulate patient psychological difficulties using a cognitive model.
• Implement basic cognitive and behavioural interventions for anxiety.

This program meets the accreditation criteria of the College of Family Physicians, and is accredited for 6.0 CFPC Mainpro-C Credit 

Before February 27th: $250.00 for CFPC Members, $299.00 for Non Members, $100.00 for Residents
After February 27th: $300.00 for CFPC Members, $350.00 for Non Members, $100.00 for Residents 

Simon Fraser University
Harbour Centre Campus

March 11, 2012
9:00AM PST - 5:00PM PST

The conference, The Fukushima Nuclear Disaster – One Year Later will bring together experts to share information on what is known about radiation exposures from Fukushima and the local and global health, environmental and economic impacts seen over the past year.  Participants will also use this commemorative opportunity to examine the role of nuclear power for the world’s future energy needs. 

“This is the worst nuclear disaster since Chernobyl. Routine reporting of elevated radiation levels was suspended in the early days of the crisis,” says Dr. Tim Takaro, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University.  “Although information about Fukushima is largely absent from our news media, suggesting that the danger is over, we know that efforts to contain the four troubled reactors – at least three of which sustained explosions - continues. Without reliable data regarding the amount of radiation released into seawater and the atmosphere, and the resulting concentrations in our food chain, we are ill-equipped to predict the longterm consequences.” 

The conference, billed as “Day of Inquiry”, will be held at the SFU’s Harbour Centre Campus on March 11th, 2012 from  9a.m.-5p.m. 

 It is being organized by Physicians for Global Survival (Canada) and co-sponsored by Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility,  Simon Fraser University, UBC  Dept of Pediatrics at BC Children's Hospital and School of Population Public Health and Next GenUniversity in consultation 
with the Fukushima Medical University.                                       

For more information, please contact Jillian at 604-324-1125.

Press Advisory - The Fukushima Nuclear Disaster – One Year

This program meets the accreditation criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been accredited for 3.0 MAINPRO®-C credits 

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy combines the practice of mindfulness meditation with the tools of cognitive therapy for dealing with depression, anxiety and the prevention of depressive relapse. Mindfulness is a non-judgmental way of paying attention in the present moment that helps us work with strongly held negative beliefs about ourselves and the world. Cognitive behaviour therapy examines the content of negative thinking that often leads to depressive and anxious spirals. This program will help participants identify thoughts as thoughts (rather than facts) opening them to more constructive beliefs and leading to changes in mood and behaviour. Participants will engage in a variety of meditative practices and other exercises to assist in the prevention of depressive and anxiety relapse.

Fee $450 (includes handouts and CD)

Those with extended healthcare benefits (third-party insurance) may be eligible for reimbursement.
Location: 1466 Bathurst St. Suite 306

To find out more, and to register for this program, please go to our website: www.mindfulnessstudies.com.