Calgary is hosting an ATLS course geared towards physicians, nurse practitioners and residents with an involvement and/or interest in trauma care. Contact Sandra, ATLS Coordinator in Calgary to register and request your reading material.  atlscalgary@gmail.com

Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) in Calgary. AB 
April 9-11, 2020

The Advanced Trauma Life Support® (ATLS®) program can teach you a systematic, concise approach to the care of a trauma patient. ATLS was developed by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Committee on Trauma (COT) and was first introduced in the US and abroad in 1980. Its courses provide you with a safe and reliable method for immediate management of injured patients. The course teaches you how to assess a patient’s condition, resuscitate and stabilize him or her, and determine if his or her needs exceed a facility’s capacity. It also covers how to arrange for a patient’s inter-hospital transfer and assure that optimum care is provided throughout the process. If you don’t treat trauma patients frequently, an ATLS course provides an easy method to remember for evaluation and treatment of a trauma victim.

For more information about ATLS, visit: https://www.facs.org/quality-programs/trauma/atls

Contact Sandra the ATLS Coordinator in Calgary to register and request your reading material.  atlscalgary@gmail.com

Location: Calgary Health Science Centre attached to the Foothills Medical Centre.  
Starts at 4:30 pm on Thursday, April 9, and ends on Saturday, April 11 at about 2 pm.

15th Annual Transfusion Medicine Education

APRIL 15, 2020
Video conference Symposium
Morning Session: 9 am - 12 pm
Afternoon Session: 12 pm - 4 pm
Questions? send an email to  tcameron@ohri.ca

Download the Quinte Health Care Symposium Pamphlet

ATTENDANCE OPTIONS FOR 2020

Option 1: Host Site
Quinte Health Care—Belleville General Hospital

Option 2: Your Local Hospital Site
Contact your local laboratory staff or
Telemedicine Coordinator for details.
Morning Session: TSM # 141942518
Afternoon Session: TSM #141946317

Option 3: Webcast
On the day of the event, connect to the webcast centre using the following link:
Morning session
http://webcast.otn.ca/mywebcast?id=141942518 Afternoon session http://webcast.otn.ca/mywebcast?id=141946317

REGISTRATION
All participants should register online at
www.transfusionontario.org
For registration questions contact Tracy Cameron at tcameron@ohri.ca

The 28th Annual Rural and Remote Medicine Course - CANCELLED

‘Rural Physician Advocacy – How to Save the World in Your Spare Time’

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After carefully considering the evolving situation with COVID-19 and keeping in mind the Public Health Agency of Canada’s advice on mass gatherings during the outbreak, we have made the difficult decision to cancel Rural and Remote 2020 that was scheduled for April 23^rd – 25^th in Ottawa ON.
We are working on further details and will have them available to registrants next week. 
We appreciate your patience and understanding.
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Draft Schedule
(Subject to change) Updated Weekly

Join us in the Nation's Capital at the SHAW CENTRE
Ottawa, Ontario - April 23 - 25, 2020
#SRPC2020

Register now. Price increase March 1, 2020.

Close to 200 sessions over 3 days, including small group sessions, hands-on workshops and Rural Critical Care modules. A family-friendly, with day care included, collegial atmosphere.

What people have said about past R&R Conferences:

• Wide variety of topics with truly rural doctors doing the presenting.
• Very practical information for real world use!
  
• The contents covered all rural practice aspects and gave students plenty of hands-on working experiences and interaction with trainers.
  
• I love this course!  I come every year to recharge and be reminded why I love rural medicine.
  
• Childcare availability and quality was excellent!
  
• So relevant and focused on rural practice.

"The rural aspect was highlighted.  The keynote speakers were of high caliber.  The social and family friendly events were of high quality and we enjoyed them very much.  My favorite conference to date with regards to the social aspect and camaraderie and use of humor throughout!  Exceedingly well-planned."
Anonymous Review from R&R 2019 in Halifax NS

Reduced rates for SRPC Members with priority for hands-on sessions.
Not a member yet? Join now, then register to get the discounted rate.
Join the SRPC Today

•   SMALL SESSIONS & HANDS-ON   •   CALL FOR ABSTRACTS  
•   HOTEL / TRAVEL/ TRANSFERS / TOURISM   •   ADD ON COURSE  
•   SOCIALS   •   FAMILY   •   AWARDS AND ESSAY/POSTER CONTEST  
•   EXHIBITOR / SPONSOR / RECRUITERS   •   CANCELLATION POLICY

Credits

This Group Learning program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 19.5 Mainpro+ credits.

This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification program of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians. You may claim a maximum of 19.50 hours (credits are automatically calculated).

Small Sessions - Hands-On Workshops

Once the schedule has been confirmed, we will contact all registered SRPC members regarding registration for these workshops.

Call for Abstracts Rural and Remote 2020

If you would like to suggest a topic, refer a colleague or let us know that you would like to be considered as a speaker at the R&R 2020 event

REGISTER YOUR ABSTRACT

Hotels

Discounted hotel room rates at your choice of THREE locations. 
Please note the cut off date. If you need to reserve a room after the cut off, you'll need to call the hotel directly and the group rate will not be guaranteed.

Novotel Ottawa City Centre (Reserve by March 22)
(6 min walk to Shaw Centre) Room rates start at $189
33 Nicholas Street
Ottawa ON  K1N 9M7
Online Booking here
Book by phone at 1-855-677-3033  (Booking code 739454)
Check in as early as April 20th and check out as late as April 28th.

(FULL) Fairmont Château Laurier (Reserve by March 24)
(4 min walk to Shaw Centre)  Room rates start at $229
1 Rideau Street
Ottawa ON  K1N 8S7
Online Booking Here
Book by phone at 1-800-441-1414 (Booking code SRPC0420)
Check in as early as April 19th and check out as late as May 1st.

Les Suites Hotel (Reserve by Feb 28)
(8 min walk to Shaw Centre)
Premiere One Bedroom Suites: $189.00/night (single/double)
Premiere Two Bedroom Suites: $299.00/night (1-4 persons)
130 rue Besserer Street,
Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 9M9
Online Booking here (Booking code 188417)
Book by phone at  (613) 232-2000 or Toll free: (800) 267-1989
Check in as early as April 20th and check out as late as April 26th.

Travel

Air Canada:

Book online and use discount code JZ9VHFA1.

• The booking is to be made to the following city: Ottawa, YOW (ON)
  
• The travel period begins Monday, April 13, 2020 and ends Saturday, May 02, 2020.
• No discount will apply to Tango bookings for travel within Canada or between Canada and the U.S. For International travel (destinations outside North America), discounts apply to all fares including Tango.

WestJet:

Book online and use discount code Q54YU10.

Offer:  5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada and 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for guests travelling Trans-border into and out of Ottawa.

Porter:

Book online and use discount code MEDI20.

A 10% discount on available base fares (with the exception of the lowest class fare during a public seat sale) for travel to and from the The 28th Annual Rural and Remote Medicine Course. The discounted fares and promo code are available for booking flights to and from anywhere in Canada or US to Ottawa. Dates of Travel:  From Apr. 20, 2020 to Apr. 26, 2020

ViaRail:

Book online and use discount code 13995.

• VALID:   April 13th 2020 to April 29th 2020
  
• From all stations throughout the VIA system to Ottawa and return.
  
• Fare applies to a maximum of two passengers per booking.
  
• One complimentary stopover is allowed at no additional charge.
  
• For travel on all fare plans in Business class, the first stopover is allowed at no additional charge, provided that this stopover takes place in Toronto, Montréal or Ottawa only.
  
• 10% off the best available fare in Economy, Economy Plus, Business, Business Plus, Sleeper class. "Subject to the conditions and restrictions of the fare plan to which the additional discount is being applied."
  
• Discount does not apply in any Escape fares and Prestige Class.

Transportation options:

From Ottawa International Airport (YOW) you have a few options to get down town.

Bus : $3.50, 25 minute ride + 7-10 min walk

Private transportation/Taxi : approx $30.00

Details here

Ottawa Tourism:

Making R&R a family trip or a couples getaway? Start planning now. Show your conference badge to any of the participating businesses and receive VIP offers designed exclusively for attendees and their companions.  Discover Ottawa and surrounding areas.  Look over the Ottawa Attraction Guide and the Ottawa Restaurant Guide.

Add On Courses

The following add on courses are being offered pre/post conference.

*Registration for add on courses are managed by the course provider.
Cancellation policy are set by them.

Socials

*Prices include HST. 
Regular rate tickets help us reduce costs for students & residents.
All events are family friendly.

Thursday

Mix & Mingle Reception - All Are Welcome
Join us for a family friendly event to get acquainted and meet up with old friends.  Guests will enjoy a memorable evening with peers and other delegates over good food, fine wine, entertainment and children’s activities.

Hockey Night in the Capital - $25.00
East vs. West - a friendly game of shinny. Pack your skates and helmet and we'll bring the sticks and jerseys.  Ice is rented for 1 hour at 9:30pm at the   uOttawa Minto Sports Complex.  (810 King Edward Ave.)

Roam the City at your Leisure
Here are two PDF guides that highlight Ottawa's Attractions. Make plans with friends and don't forget to "Flash your Badge" for discounts around the city.  Look over the Ottawa Attraction Guide and the Ottawa Restaurant Guide.

Friday

Awards Dinner: Regular Rate $129.95  -  Student/Resident Rate $50.85
A delicious sit down meal in the elegant Shaw Centre Trillium Ballroom overlooking downtown Ottawa. An evening to recognize rural contributions made our peers.  *Make sure to review the criteria and submit your nominations.  Details here

Jam Session: All are Welcome
Join us after the awards dinner for our very own jam session. Bring your instruments and singing voice.

Saturday

Wrap Up Party: Regular rate $124.30 - Student/Resident rate $62.15
Join us for a family-style dinner followed by entertainment and dancing at  allsaints.  A building of national historic significance, allsaints represents the dedication and investment of congregations for over a century. Once inside, you'll enjoy cathedral ceilings and beautifully stained glass windows in a beautiful diverse and inclusive urban space.  The party will heat up with live music and entertainment by The PepTides with a larger-than-life pop sound. The five vocalists and four instrumentalists draw on eclectic influences, with elements of funk, soul, gospel, folk, Latin and new wave.

 

Family

if you are interested in the free childcare services please add their names to the your registration. They can also be registered by sending an email request to jennak@srpc.ca.  Please include their name/age/allergies and provide contact name and cellphone number. 
We are happy to add your non medical partner to your registration ($125) so they can join you for meals, plenaries and general interest sessions.  If your partner is an allied health professional we ask that they join as an SRPC Associate Member and register on their own. (Same rate as the students.)

Awards & Essay/Poster Contest

Awards:

The SRPC feels it is important to provide recognition to persons or organizations that have made a significant contribution to rural medicine in Canada. Awards will be presented at the Annual Rural and Remote Medicine Course Awards ceremony the evening of Friday, April 24th, 2020.
 
Visit our awards page for all the information needed to prepare your nominations. All applications must be received by Friday, January 31, 2020.

Exception: RSA, RLSA, FRRMS, Lifetime.
Members MUST be registered for the conference no later than Sunday March 1st to be eligible.

Research Poster:

• Poster proposals must include a clear research purpose, objectives, methodology, summary of the research results and conclusion. Posters will be judged on rural relevance, research methodology, impact, clarity of presentation and ability to answer questions regarding your research.  Posters are restricted to a width of 4 feet and height of 3 feet.
• Deadline for submission is January 07, 2020
• Students and residents will each have the opportunity of being awarded for the best student/resident research poster. Winners will win the equivalent of $500 credited towards attending the conference. 
  More info online

Print  Essay/Poster contest flyer

Essay:

Each year the Nominations and Awards Committee hosts a rural essay contest for medical students and residents. The winners' essay will also be considered for publication in the CJRM.

• Students and Residents must be a member of the SRPC
• Essay should be between 500-1000 words.
  
• Deadline is Dec 31st 2019
  
• Prize: $500 (students) and $1000 (residents)
• Student: Non-fiction essay with rural elective theme. 
• Residents: Non-fiction essay about rural experience.
• To apply:  Forward your essay to jennak@srpc.ca 
  More info online

Exhibitors and Sponsors

Sponsor Prospectus
Exhibitors and Sponsors can register online.
For more information or if you have questions, please contact Louise Ardern.

Some of our 2020 Sponsors:

CANCELLATION POLICY

All event cancellations must be made in writing by email to jennak@srpc.ca

• Full Refund (less $75 admin fee) will be granted if notification is received by March 4th.
  
• 50% refund will be granted for cancellations made between March 5th and March 21st OR Full amount (less $75 admin fee) as credit on your account to be used on future invoices. (event, membership or donations)
  
• Refunds will not be granted after March 21st. Full amount (less $75 admin fee) as credit on your account to be used on future invoices. (event, membership or donations)
  
• Deposits are non refundable but are transferable to SRPC Membership or Donations
  
• Social tickets are non refundable but may be donated to a student or resident.
• Pending registrations are considered as "planning to attend" or "Pay Later".  Please inform us as soon as possible if your plans have changed and if you are no longer able to attend and we will cancel your registration.

RR2020 - Exhibitors, Sponsors, & Recruiters

*As of January  24, We are Wait-list Only for booth space. Please add your details and we will inform you if any space becomes available.

If you wish to sponsor or advertise, please contact Louise Ardern. (louisea@srpc.ca)

Any organization or company that wishes to sponsor, exhibit, or recruit at the 28th Annual Rural & Remote Medicine Course in Ottawa ON, April 23rd-25th 2020, is encouraged to register today. 

Download/print the 2020 Prospectus.PDF and review prior to clicking on "JOIN WAITLIST"

All prices include 13% HST.

If you have any questions please contact Louise - louisea@srpc.ca or 819-647-7054

This is a one of a kind opportunity for sponsors to meet and network with hundreds of rural doctors, residents and medical students all in one location. Whether your aim is to raise awareness, promote a cause, introduce a product, or simply to learn more about the challenges and opportunities that rural medicine poses, this is the conference where your goals will be achieved.

The majority of delegates are experienced doctors who are practicing in rural and remote Canada as well as students and residents interested in rural medicine. Other delegates include nurses, physician assistants, medical educators, health administrators, and academics.

Funds raised through your contribution ensure the ongoing viability of this valuable conference. It is the only one of its kind, addressing the needs of rural doctors on a national level.

SRPC’s Rural and Remote Medicine Conference has become one of the most well attended rural medical conferences anywhere. In previous years it has attracted nearly 1,000 attendees from across Canada as well as from other countries. It offers rural doctors opportunities to gain and/or upgrade vital skills, exchange knowledge, develop their professional and social networks, and compare notes on the evolving field of rural medical practice.

• Exhibitors who participated in Rural and Remote 2019 receive a 10% discount on registration if booked before December 1, 2019. (Some restrictions apply.)

• Full payment is due 30 days after receipt of your registration form. All payments must be made in full by March 1, 2020

• Bookings will be released for resale if full payment is not received within 30 days of submitting the application.

• We will review your Registration/Invoice, (apply your deposit/discount if applicable) and send you the final invoice.

• Deposits are non refundable.

Sims for ESS

Registration code required - Please see invite email

Program- Complications of Laparoscopy

Cost 450$ (non refundable) Payable before January 31, 2020

CREDITS: This Group Learning program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 12 Mainpro+ credits.

A half day Sims for ESS course at the University of Ottawa Skills and Simulation Centre
Located in: The Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
Address: 725 Parkdale Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4M9

Saturday April 25th, 2020, 8:30am -12:30am

Our friends at the Canadian Society of Physician Leaders are hosting an event geared toward all physicians leaders from any remote or rural area of Canada. 

Save the Date:  2020 Canadian Conference on Physician Leadership –“Accepting our Responsibility as Physician Leaders” – May 29-30, 2020 – Hyatt Regency Hotel, Vancouver, BC.

Event:   2020 Canadian Conference on Physician Leadership

Theme: Accepting our Responsibility as Physician Leaders

Host:     Canadian Society of Physician Leaders

When:   May 29-30, 2020

Where:  Hyatt Regency Hotel, Vancouver, British Columbia

Web:     www.physicianleadershipconference.com

The Canadian Conference on Physician Leadership is a 2-day educational event that brings together physician leaders from across Canada.  The conference is designed to engage and educate physician leaders (urban and rural) at all levels.  Attend a new workshop “Co-creating the future of urban and rural health care: pragmatic embracing of the partnership pentagram plus social accountability framework”.    

If you have any questions please contact

Carol Rochefort, CAE
Executive Director
Canadian Society of Physician Leaders
875 Carling Avenue, Suite 323
Ottawa, ON  K1S 5P1

Email: carol@physicianleaders.ca

Phone: 613 369-8322 ext. 100

www.physicianleaders.ca

Our friends at RCCbc are hosting an event geared toward all rural and regional healthcare providers

BC Rural Health Conference will be held May 29-31, 2020 in Penticton.
(https://rccbc.ca/education-and-cmecpd/cmecpd/conferences/rhc/)
Registration will open in February.

RCCbc is bringing the BC Rural Health Conference back to Penticton on the weekend of May 29-31, 2020! Join them in the beautiful Okanagan for another fantastic weekend of networking, learning, and relaxing!

As always, this event is family friendly – complimentary childcare will be available during conference hours. Come and enjoy the amazing biking, paddling, fine dining, and winery tours!

Conference Highlights:

• Interactive rurally relevant CME/CPD group sessions and hands-on skills workshops
• Add-on courses: HOUSE-OB, CASTED, The CARE Course and more
• Complimentary childcare during conference hours
• Provider wellness opportunities: massage chair, complimentary yoga, and more
• Opportunities to socialize and network with colleagues

Registration for this event will open in early 2020. Seats for some workshops will be limited – sign up for the RHC conference mailing list and be one of the first to receive the conference brochure/registration package!

CBT Canada has some upcoming workshops, all geared towards doctors, allied health professionals and students/residents, including those working/training in rural communities.

CBT Blue Mountain
Date: July 2-4, 2020
Location: Blue Mountain Conference Centre, The Blue Mountains, ON
Website: http://cbt.ca/locations/cbt-blue-mountain/

For a full list of locations details on how to register please visit :  CBT Home Page

If you have any questions please contact

Lurissa Kelland
CBT Canada
PO Box 852, Station A
Toronto, ON  M5W 1G3

TEL: 877-466-8228

WEB: www.cbt.ca

EMAIL: info@cbt.ca

CBT Canada has some upcoming workshops, all geared towards doctors, allied health professionals and students/residents, including those working/training in rural communities.

CBT Banff

Date: July 15-17, 2020

Location: Rimrock Resort Hotel, Banff, AB

Website: http://cbt.ca/locations/cbt-banff/

For a full list of locations details on how to register please visit :  CBT Home Page

If you have any questions please contact

Lurissa Kelland
CBT Canada
PO Box 852, Station A
Toronto, ON  M5W 1G3

TEL: 877-466-8228

WEB: www.cbt.ca

EMAIL: info@cbt.ca

Rocky Mountain Internal Medicine 2020

RMIM20 details:
November 19-21, 2020
Rimrock Resort Hotel
Banff, AB
www.rockymountainIM.com (for all current info, updates, and to subscribe to our mailing list)
#RMIM20 (on Instagram and Twitter)

Questions? send an email to  rockymountainim@ucalgary.ca

The 29th Annual Rural and Remote Medicine Course

The SRPC is taking R&R to Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Save the date!  April 22 - 24, 2021

Plan to join us in Niagara Falls ON,  APRIL 22nd to 24th, 2021
at the SCOTIABANK CONVENTION CENTRE #SRPC2021

SRPC members enjoy reduced rates and priority in hands-on and small group sessions.
Join the SRPC Today

With close to 200 sessions over 3 days, including small group and hands-on workshops, the Rural and Remote conference is a family-friendly (with daycare included), collegial atmosphere.  We hope you'll plan to join us!

What have people said they liked about this course?

• Wide variety of topics, lots of truly rural doctors doing the presenting and great opportunities to meet with others.
  
• As a first time attendee, really enjoyable!  I was able to network with lots of people in the region and/or in similar practice situations which is rare. Great topics that were relevant and practice changing!  Social events were enjoyable so I'm leaving with new friends!
• The childcare was outstanding. My kids LOVED the bouncy castle and the face painting at the Mix and Mingle Reception.
  
• I enjoyed networking with colleagues. Nice to see enhanced attendance from other groups - general surgery, obstetricians, midwifery, nurses.
• The contents covered all rural practice aspects and gave students plenty of hands-on working experiences and interaction with trainers.
• I thought it was wonderful - I only wished I could have attended more sessions,