UBC CPD

The 24th Annual St. Paul’s Emergency Medicine Update conference takes place Sept. 24–27 in Whistler, BC.

This multi-day event is focused on case-based learning, presentations and hands-on workshops for health professionals looking to strengthen their skills in the emergency department.

Popular sessions return this year, along with opportunities to connect with colleagues.

Experience returning popular sessions and opportunities to connect with colleagues by registering today: https://bit.ly/4u8YSv9

Adolescents and young adults with cancer have unique medical, psychosocial and supportive care needs.

This FPON webinar on June 18 will explore age-appropriate resources and practical approaches that can improve patient experience and outcomes.

Register today to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/49idErI

The UBC CPD team made their mark at this year’s Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada (AFMC) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Research Symposium on May 21-22.

From physician wellness podcasts, to exploring rural CPD retention and physician peer coaching, our teams delivered five presentations on ongoing research to enhance CPD for health professionals.

“Our current work, which we hope to present at future symposia, continues efforts in the areas of provider well-being, artificial intelligence and team-based care,” shares Research Associate Adam Gavarkovs.

Read more in the latest story: https://bit.ly/4nZlZH1

Now hiring: Learning and Curriculum Manager, Creative Learning

UBC CPD is looking for a senior learning and curriculum leader to develop innovative, technology-enabled learning experiences for health professionals across BC and beyond. This role combines curriculum design, project management, digital learning strategy and collaboration with provincial and national health and education partners.

Apply by June 3: https://bit.ly/4kPMlbH

UBC CPD is conducting a provincial needs assessment to support Paediatric ADHD Care in British Columbia.

Participate in a 90-minute focus group session to identify gaps and challenges in ADHD care for children and youth in BC.

Findings will help inform a clinical pathway designed to improve clarity and equity of care.

Submit your expression of interest by May 31: https://bit.ly/49jUlhR

Explore practical approaches to pediatric airway emergencies in rural settings at our Rural Rounds webinar on June 11.

This session reviews key anatomic and physiologic differences in children and how they affect assessment and emergency care in rural practice.

Participants will gain practical strategies for decision-making in time-sensitive airway emergencies.

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4tMRJ3r

Join us on June 1 for Crossing the Placenta: Integrating New Evidence Into Everyday Maternity Care.

This webinar is designed to help learners support patient-centred maternity care by exploring screening and diagnosis for gestational diabetes, identifying optimal cord management strategies and reviewing updated guidelines for intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy.

Register today to reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/4tI2vba

Meet Katherine Co, Interactive Designer on the Creative Learning team.

Katherine brings complex and sensitive health topics to life through thoughtful design, visual storytelling and interactive education.

“Because our courses are self-paced, the Creative Learning team prioritizes providing learners with intuitive, practical, and accessible tools and resources."

Read more about her recent work: https://bit.ly/4u7XJVh

Monday, May 18 is Victoria Day and the UBC CPD office will be closed in observance of the holiday.

Our accredited, self-paced eLearning programs are available anytime, and many virtual learning are coming up this month.

Explore these learning opportunities on our website: https://ubccpd.ca/learn/learning-activities

Fertility is a common topic in primary care, but it can be challenging to navigate. ⁣ ⁣

In episode six of CPD In Practice, host Dr. Chris Morrow speaks with reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Jason Hitkari about fertility and infertility care in everyday practice.

They discuss declining fertility rates in Canada, delayed childbearing, egg freezing, key tests such as AMH, ultrasound and semen analysis, referral timing, and considerations for diverse patients, rural access and BC’s MSP-funded IVF program.

Tune in: https://bit.ly/42zxT0o