Rural Reach Webinars
Rural Reach Webinars provide learning opportunities for SRPC members on a range of topics relevant to rural and remote healthcare. Sessions cover areas such as IMG support, Emergency Medicine, Wilderness Medicine, Global Health, and Indigenous Health, among others.
Explore our upcoming webinars below and register using the link provided for each session. Recordings are also made available to members following the sessions, whenever available.
AI in Clinical Practice: Medico-Legal Insights for Rural Physicians
Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 7:00–8:30 p.m. ET
Speaker: Dr. Christine De Maria
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Registration Options:
- Free for SRPC Members
- $50 General Admission
Date: August 20, 2026
Time: 7:00PM-8:30PM ET
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Location: Zoom (the meeting link will be included in your confirmation email)
Can’t attend live?
No problem! The webinar will be recorded and made available to SRPC members following the session.
Description
Our friends at CMPA are joining us to present a thought-provoking session exploring how AI is reshaping clinical care, especially in rural settings. From voice-enabled scribes to diagnostic support tools, learn how these technologies are being used on the front lines of medicine. But with innovation comes responsibility. This webinar will also unpack the legal grey zones, highlight potential risks, and offer practical strategies to keep your practice safe, compliant, and patient-centered as AI becomes a more common presence in exam rooms.
Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already using AI tools in your workflow, this session will help you navigate the opportunities and challenges with confidence.
*Disclaimer: The CMPA representative has no interest, financial or otherwise, in favour of the SRPC.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe the fundamental components and functionalities of AI scribes and associated diagnostic tools
- Understand medicolegal risks when using AI tools.
- Describe strategies to increase patient safety when using AI to support medical care
Presenter
Dr. Christine De Maria has served as a physician lead for electronic prescriptions and documentation and brings a unique perspective on the integration of technology into clinical practice.
Incivility in the Healthcare Workplace
September 9, 2026 | 7:00–8:30 p.m. ET
Speaker: Dr. Heather Murray
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Registration Options:
- Free for SRPC Members
- $50 General Admission
Date: September 9, 2026
Time: 7:00PM-8:30PM ET
Time Zone: [Click here to convert to your local time]
Location: Zoom (the meeting link will be included in your confirmation email)
Can’t attend live?
No problem! The webinar will be recorded and made available to SRPC members following the session.
Description
Incivility in healthcare can undermine teamwork and compromise both patient safety and workplace culture. This session addresses the prevalence of unprofessional behavior in healthcare settings and explores its detrimental effects on both the work environment and the quality of patient care.
Key strategies for reducing incivility in the workplace will be examined, focusing on creating a culture of respect, accountability, and collaboration. Practical tools will be shared to support a healthier, more positive environment for both healthcare professionals and patients.
*Disclaimer The CMPA representative has no interest, financial or otherwise, in favour of the SRPC.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Summarize the prevalence of incivility in the health care workplace.
- Describe the impact of unprofessional behaviour on patient safety and our work environment.
- Compare 3 strategies for reducing incivility in your workplace.
Presenter
Dr. Heather Murray is a Physician Advisor with the CMPA and holds the rank of Professor of Emergency Medicine and Public Health Sciences at Queen’s University. A passionate medical educator and emergency physician, she has received numerous teaching awards and currently serves as an Associate Editor at the Canadian Medical Association Journal.
