Upcoming Events
MSK Knee Bootcamp- A Hands-On Approach to Clinical Reasoning and Physical Exam
February 12, 2026 I 6:00-8:30 pm MT | ECHA-UofA I Facilitated by: Dr. Terry de Freitas
Join our interactive hands-on MSK Knee Bootcamp, designed for healthcare professionals seeking practical experience in diagnosing and managing common knee conditions.
Dinner Included.
Learning objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• Describe historical features of common knee injuries including ACL, MCL and PCL ruptures
• Describe clinical presentation of acute meniscal tears
• Compare and Contrast presentation and physical findings of ACL tear with PCL tear and Patellar dislocation
• State clinical indications for the diagnostic tests used for acute knee injuries
• Describe at least 2 Knee/Leg injuries which would require urgent ortho consult (within approx. 72 hrs)
• Describe features of an appropriate physical therapy program for common knee injuries
The following events have been developed in partnership with the Physician Learning Program (PLP)
Free Webinars
Black History Month Webinar Series
- February 3, 2026 I Caring for Crowns- A primer on Alopecia and common trichological conditions in Afro Textured Hair
- February 10, 2026 I Sickle Cell Anemia in Primary Care- A primer on screening, diagnosis and counselling
Beyond the basics WORKSHOP: Performing endometrial biopsy and IUD insertion in your office
January 28, 2026, 6:00-8:30pm I ECHA UofA
SOLD OUT!
If you’re interested in attending a future session, please sign up for the waitlist below.
You’ll be notified as soon as the next workshop is scheduled and registration opens.
Dinner Included.
Learning Objectives:
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Perform office-based endometrial biopsy, where appropriate, and understand referral pathways when not feasible.
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Initiate advanced management strategies for abnormal uterine bleeding, including insertion of a levonorgestrel intrauterine system (LNG-IUS).
- Integrate risk stratification, symptom severity, and functional impairment into shared decision-making for investigations and treatment planning.
Join the waitlist
The following events have been developed in partnership with the Physician Learning Program (PLP)
Free Webinar
Women's Health in Focus
Part 2: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: More Than "Just" a Period
- January 21, 2026 I The basics: current approach to abnormal uterine bleeding and endometrial cancer risk | Presented by: Dr. Sanja Kostov & Dr. Amanda Kim
12:00- 1:00 pm MT I Via Zoom
Free Webinar Series
Women's Health in Focus
Part 3: Menopause Matters: Primary Care Management of Menopause, Practical Approaches to Postmenopausal Bleeding and Vulvovaginal Atrophy
- February 24, 2026 I Menopause Matters: Diagnosis, Management and Myths in Modern Menopause Care I Dr. Alexandra Seal-Grant
- March 3, 2026 I Postmenopausal Bleeding I Dr. Danika Hawthorne
- March 10, 2026 I Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause I Dr. Lucas Vasas
12:00- 1:00 pm MT I Via Zoom
Dare to lead™:
A courage-building leadership program
Based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown, the Dare to LeadTM program is available to anyone looking to step out with grater courage in their professional and personal life.
New Course dates: April 28, 2026 and continues weekly until June 9th, 2026 I 4:30 to 7:00 pm MT I Delivered via Zoom
Early Bird registration now open!
This program is eligible for:
- Dare to Lead™ can be used to complete the Personal Development cycle of the CPSA’s Physician Practice Improvement Program (PPIP). Participants can fulfill documentation requirements by tracking and reflecting on their learning through the MyL3Plan tool.
- Professional development funding available to UofA support staff through the Human Resource Development Fund (HRDF).
- Alberta Medical Association (AMA) CME reimbursement under Quality Improvement Cost on the Application form
The Program
Based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown, Dare to Lead™ is an empirically based courage-building program designed to be facilitated by organizational development professionals.
The most significant finding from Brené’s latest research is that courage is a collection of four skill sets that are teachable, measurable, and observable. The Dare to Lead™ program focuses on developing these courage building skills through workshops, trainings, and coaching to help individuals, teams, and organizations move from armoured leadership to daring leadership.
Individuals who successfully complete the full 24-hour Dare to Lead™ program will receive a certificate of completion and are allowed to put the Dare to Lead Trained badge on their LinkedIn account.
What will you take away?
- Learn to develop the four essential skills for courageous leadership
- Know how to live into your values
- Explore your leadership strengths and areas for growth
- Build the skills needed to have tough conversations even when you want to tap out
- Learn how to reset after setbacks and disappointments
- Improve your self-awareness & emotional literacy
- Understand the role of courage and vulnerability in daring leadership
- Practice empathy and self-compassion
Crucial Conversations®
Crucial Conversations® teaches skills for creating alignment and agreement by fostering open dialogue around high-stakes, emotional, or risky topics. By learning how to speak and be heard (and encouraging others to do the same), participants surface the best ideas, make the highest-quality decisions, and then act on their decisions with unity and commitment.
Crucial Conversations® can be used to complete the Personal Development cycle of the CPSA’s Physician Practice Improvement Program (PPIP). Participants can fulfill documentation requirements by tracking and reflecting on their learning through the MyL3Plan tool.
Next course: March 9 and 23, 2026, 8:00-4:00pm I Via Zoom
Early Bird Registration is now open!
Please contact lll@ualberta.ca for more information
The following event has been developed in partnership with the Physician Learning Program (PLP)
Learn How to help Your Patients Living with Overweight and Obesity CoursE
This four week interactive course will provide you with an overview of therapeutic approaches, help you frame clinical conversations, provide you with the opportunity to share your experiences, and discuss strategies to improve obesity prevention and management in your practice.
Next Course: April 13, 20, 27, and May 11, 2026, 6:00-7:30 pm I Via Zoom
Quality Improvement Training:
Basic EPIQ Workshops
Stay Tuned for Upcoming workshops!
The Evidence-based Practice for Improving Quality (EPIQ) workshop developed by the Canadian Neonatal Network (CNN) and the Canadian Neonatal Foundation (CNF) uses a hands-on approach that enables teams to successfully implement quality improvement together.
Learning Objectives:
By using simulated or real-life quality improvement opportunities, participants will be able to:
- Work together as teams
- Use quality improvement (QI) tools
- Plan QI activities in their facilities and communities
- Learn how to use MyL3Plan to support the PPIP requirements
Contact lll@ualberta.ca if you are interested in attending a workshop or organizing a workshop for your team.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Grand Rounds
8:30-9:30 am MT I Via Zoom
January 8, 2026 I Pediatric Catatonia: Recognition, Diagnosis, and Management. An overview for clinicians and educators
Presented by: Drs. Kim Dary & Erin Stolte
February 12, 2026 I Minding Minds: Clinician-to-Clinician Mentalizing and Enhancing Clinical Care
Presented by: Shelly Simpson, LCSW
