January 25, 2014Saskatoon Inn, Saskatoon, SK
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SASKATCHEWAN INTERPROFESSIONAL
STROKE CONFERENCE STROKE
Early Bird Registration Deadline January 9For more information or to register visit www.usask.ca/cme
Division of Continuing Professional LearningCollege of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan
• The Acute Stroke Pathway • Achieving Quality Stroke Care: How Does
SK Measure Up? • Acute Stroke Recognition • Rapid Transport and By-Pass Protocols • Achieving Optimal Inpatient Stroke Care • Hemorrhagic Stroke • Management of Stroke in Rural and
Remote Regions
• Intra-Arterial Therapy for Acute Stroke • Cardioembolic Stroke • Asymptomatic Carotid Artery Stenosis • Stroke in Young Adults • Stroke in Women • At Home After a Stroke• Management of TIA and Secondary
Stroke Prevention
TOPICS INCLUDE:
Saturday, January 25, 2014Saskatchewan Ballroom B, Saskatoon Inn
Chairperson: Dr. Christopher Voll
0715 Registration and Continental Breakfast
0800 Introduction and Welcome – Dr. Christopher Voll
0810 Acute Stroke Pathway – Brad WaddellParticipants will be able to:• Describe what/why pathways• Describe the work to date for stroke• Describe the system drive and energy behind this pathway process• Describe the system direction that has been given by leadership to build
the pathway
0825 Achieving Quality Stroke Care: How Does Saskatchewan Measure Up? – Dr. Patrice Lindsay
Participants will be able to:• Describe the current stroke quality performance levels and benchmarks
across Canada• Interpret the stroke quality performances levels within Saskatchewan• Identify opportunities for improvement in stroke care quality in
Saskatchewan
0850 Acute Stroke Recognition: Diagnosis and Management - Dr. Wendi FitzpatrickParticipants will be able to:• Describe the signs and symptoms and medical management of acute stroke• Identify the criteria/scores used across the province in the initial diagnosis• Describe the indications for thrombolysis in acute stroke
0935 Questions and Discussion – Brad Weddell, Dr. Patrice Lindsay and Dr. Wendi Fitzpatrick
1000 Refreshment Break and Displays – Saskatchewan Ballroom A
1030 Interactive Sessions – Case Discussions 1.Asymptomatic Carotid Artery Stenosis – Dr. Lissa Peeling
Participants will be able to:• Identify which patients require carotid endarterectomy and stenting and
timing of the intervention
2.Acute Post-Stroke Management – Dr. Gary HunterParticipants will be able to:• Discuss cases in the care of the acute stroke patient
3.Management of Stroke in Rural and Remote Regions – Dr. Ziaur RehmanParticipants will be able to:• Describe the management of stroke patients in the periphery• Discuss the use of telehealth in the management of stroke patients• Describe the referral process best suited for local resources maintaining
standardized care• Understand basic CT findings in acute stroke
PROGRAMCONFERENCE DESCRIPTIONThe Saskatchewan Interprofessional Stroke Conference is directed to family physicians, emergency physicians, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, nurses, and paramedics. Other health professionals are welcome to attend. The format includes plenary sessions followed by question panels to facilitate audience participation and discussion, and interactive, small group sessions featuring case discussions.
LEARNING OBJECTIVESParticipants in Saskatchewan Interprofessional Stroke Conference will be able to describe best practice guidelines and innovative strategies for stroke prevention and treatment including:•Primary and secondary
stroke prevention•Clinical recognition and
assessment of stroke•Triage in rural and urban
settings / the Stroke Pathway•The role of imaging in
stroke recognition•Stroke in women
– pregnancy/risk assessment
•The procedure for thrombolysis in acute stroke
•Management of TIAs•Management of
intracerebral hemorrhage•Challenges and
opportunities for successful stroke rehabilitation
PLANNING COMMITTEEDebbie Bathgate, Dr. Carol Boyle, Dr. John Froh, Derek Jorgenson, Tim Hillier, Dr. Michael Kelly, Brenda Kwiatkowski, Dr. James MacMillan, Dr. Andries Muller, Mavis Procyshyn, Shannon Sigfusson & Dr. Christopher Voll
STUDY CREDITSPhysiciansFamily Physicians: As an organization accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians, the Division of Continuing Professional Learning (CPL), College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan has approved this education program for up to 6.25 MAINPRO-M1 CREDITS.
Specialists: This educational event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Pharmacists: An application for CEUs for pharmacists has been submitted.
Nurse Practitioners and other Healthcare ProfessionalsParticipation in this conference may be included as part of the continuing education and competence programs established by individual professional associations.
SASKATCHEWAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION (SMA) EDUCATION BANKUp to three thousand dollars ($3000.00) of fees for recognized continuing medical education (CME) activities can be recovered each year by Saskatchewan physicians from the CME fund as managed by the SMA.
4.Achieving Optimal Inpatient Stroke Care – Dr. Patrice LindsayParticipants will be able to:• Recognize the role of stroke best practice recommendations in defining
optimal stroke care• Discuss the opportunities and challenges in achieving optimal inpatient
stroke care in Saskatchewan• Examine the utility of existing implementation resources in supporting
achievement of optimal inpatient stroke care
5.Rapid Transport and By-Pass Protocols for the Acute Stroke Patient – Dr. Jon WittParticipants will be able to:• Describe the EMS Rapid Transport and By-Pass protocols for the acute
stroke patients used by STARS, EMS and Fixed Wing providers
1115 Relocation Break
1120 Interactive Sessions – Repeat of 1030
1205 Lunch and Displays – Saskatchewan A Ballroom
Saturday AfternoonBallroom B, Saskatoon Inn
Chairperson: Dr. Michael Kelly
1300 Interactive Sessions – Case Discussions 1.Intra-Arterial Therapy for Acute Stroke – Dr. Michael Kelly
Participants will be able to:• Describe the indications for intra-arterial stroke therapy• Describe the endovascular and neuro-interventional treatment of stroke • Review the current protocols and inclusion criteria• Describe the process to refer patients for emergency intra-arterial therapy
2.Cardioembolic Stroke – Dr. Carol BoyleParticipants will be able to:• Identify when to consider cardioembolic source of stroke• Describe the assessment & management of individuals with cardioembolic stroke
3.At Home After a Stroke – Dr. Lila RudachykParticipants will be able to:• Identify patients who have functional difficulties post-stroke affecting
activities of daily living, mobility, communication or cognition• Describe how to access appropriate rehabilitation and support resources
locally, regionally and provincially• Recognize deficits that have safety implications• Identify and help patients who have post-stroke spasticity, pain,
depression, or incontinence• Assess the post-stroke patient for driving and identify who should get a
formal driving assessment
4.Stroke in Young Adults – Dr. Christopher VollParticipants will be able to:• Recognize different stroke etiologies in the younger population• Identify the importance of a neurology referral
5.Stroke in Women – Dr. Sheila Savedia-CayabyabParticipants will be able to:• Describe the unique aspects of stroke in women
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PROGRAM (Continued)
Academic appointments are with the University of Saskatchewan
ACCOMMODATIONA block of rooms has been reserved at:Saskatoon Inn Hotel and Conference Centre, 2002 Airport Drive S7L 6M4
http://www.saskatooninn.com/
Please book directly at:(800) 667-8789(306) 242-1440and quote group code: Stroke ConferenceConference Rate: (Standard Two Queens) $149.00 plus taxes. Conference rate is available for reservations up to January 11, 2014.
While the conference is in session you may be reached at (306) 242-1440. Messages will be forwarded.
All room reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card or a deposit equal to one night’s room rate plus applicable taxes. Failure to cancel a guaranteed reservation by 4:00 pm on the day of arrival or to occupy the room will result in a charge of one night’s room rate plus applicable taxes levied against the method of guarantee.
1345 Relocation Break
1350 Interactive Sessions – Repeat of 1300
1435 Refreshment Break and Displays – Saskatchewan Ballroom A
1500 Management of TIA and Secondary Stroke Prevention – Dr. Christopher VollParticipants will be able to:• Describe guidelines for the management of TIA• Discuss secondary stroke prevention• Identify TIA mimics• Discuss the role of a stroke prevention in clinic in assessment and
management
1530 Neuroradiology of Stroke – Peter Szkup Participants will be able to:• Interpret ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke imaging findings• Describe indications for advanced neuroimaging including MRI and cerebral
angiography• Understand the neuroradiology reports sent to health professionals
1550 Hemorrhagic Stroke – Dr. Kotoo MeguroParticipants will be able to:• Diagnose and manage subarachnoid and other intracerebral hemorrhages
1620 Questions and Discussion
1630 Adjourn
PROGRAM
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MARK YOUR CALENDARUPCOMING EVENTS
POGO Women’s and Children’s Health ConferenceFebruary 6 - 7, 2014
Regina, SK
Drug Therapy Decision-Making ConferenceMarch 7 - 8, 2014
Saskatoon, SK
Optimizing Health for Older AdultsApril 11 - 12, 2014
Saskatoon, SK
DECLARATION OF POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTERESTIn keeping with accreditation guidelines, speakers and planning committee members will be requested to disclose to the audience any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest, relating not only to the subject matter of this program but also to any other medical topic.
PARKINGAmple free parking is available adjacent to the hotel.
SCENT-FREE CONFERENCEBecause scented products such as hair spray, perfume and certain deodorants can trigger reactions such as respiratory distress and headaches, our policy is to provide a scent-free environment for all participants. Please refrain from using scented products during the conference.
ROOM TEMPERATUREBecause room temperature may vary from time to time, please dress in layers. While we try our best to accommodate everyone, this is a variant we cannot control.
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FacultyAcademic appointments are with the University of Saskatchewan
Dr. Carol BoyleClinical Professor
Department of MedicineDivision of Neurology
Saskatoon, SK
Dr. Wendi FitzpatrickClinical Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Medicine
Division of NeurologySaskatoon, SK
Dr. Gary HunterClinical Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Medicine
Division of Neurology Saskatoon, SK
Dr. Michael KellyAssociate Professor
Department of SurgeryDivision of Neurosurgery
Saskatoon, SK
Dr. Patrice LindsayDirector
Best Practices and Performance, StrokeHeart and Stroke Foundation
Ottawa, ON
Dr. Kotoo MeguroAssociate Professor
Department of SurgeryDivision of Neurosurgery
Saskatoon, SK
Dr. Lissa PeelingNeurosurgeon
Royal University HospitalSaskatoon, SK
Dr. Ziaur RehmanClinical Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Medicine
Division of NeurologyRegina, SK
Dr. Lila M. RudachykAssociate Professor
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
University of Saskatchewan andSaskatoon Health Region
Dr. Sheila Savedia-CayabyabClinical Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Medicine
Division of Neurology Saskatoon, SK
Dr. Peter SzkupAssociate Professor
Department of Medical ImagingSaskatoon, SK
Dr. Christopher VollClinical Professor
Department of MedicineDivision of Neurology
Saskatoon, SK
Brad WaddellProject Manager
Clinical Pathway DevelopmentSaskatchewan Health
Regina, SK
Dr. Jonathan WittEmergency Physician
Clinical Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Academic Family Medicine
Saskatoon, SK
SASKATCHEWAN INTERPROFESSIONAL
STROKE CONFERENCE STROKE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSEducational grants from the following are gratefully acknowledged:
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January 25, 2014Saskatoon, SK
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Division of Continuing Professional LearningCollege of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Interprofessional Stroke Conference
January 25, 2014Saskatoon Inn, Saskatoon
REGISTRATION FORM
U of S GST Registration Number 11927 9313 RT0001
TO REGISTER
Online: www.usask.ca/cme
Phone: (306) 966-7787
Fax: (306) 966-7673
Mail: Continuing Professional Learning College of MedicineUniversity of Saskatchewan Box 60001 RPO University Saskatoon SK S7N 4J8
In Person: Royal University HospitalRm 5641D
PAYMENT, CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICYPlease note that we accept payment only by credit card or institutional/company cheque payable to the University of Saskatchewan. Registrations will not be processed until payment is received. Fees include continental breakfasts, lunch, conference materials and all educational sessions.
Cancellations must be received in writing no later than January 17, 2014 and will be subject to a $100.00 plus GST administration fee. Refunds will not be considered beyond January 17. The Division of Continuing Professional Learning, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan reserves the right to cancel or postpone this conference due to insufficient registration or circumstances beyond its control. This conference may be cancelled up to fourteen (14) days prior to the conference date. In such a case, each registrant will be notified and a full refund will follow. The Division of Continuing Professional Learning, College of Medicine is not responsible for any other costs including, but not limited to, airline or hotel penalties.
INTERACTIVE SESSIONSIn order to select the interactive sessions you wish to attend, you will need to click on the link provided in the confirmation email that will be sent to you on receipt of registration and payment.
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