American College of Physicians Atlantic Provinces Chapter, Annual Scientific Meeting 2024 (Diabetes and Obesity)

CPD Program Onsite
Schedule:
  • Friday, November 1, 2024 |  6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Saturday, November 2, 2024 |  8:00 AM - 5:15 PM

About this Program

The American College of Physicians Atlantic Provinces Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting 2024 focuses on the critical and evolving areas of Diabetes and Obesity. This CPD program will discuss the latest clinical advancements, research findings, and evidence-based approaches to managing these conditions. With expert-led presentations, attendees will gain valuable insights into strategies for improving patient outcomes, managing comorbidities, and personalizing care for individuals with Diabetes and Obesity.

Agenda: You can download the detailed agenda here All times listed in this program are Newfoundland Time.

Target Audience: Specialists, Family Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Residents, and Other Health Care Professionals

Format: Hybrid (In-person and Virtual). Webex link will be emailed to registrants 24 hours before the talk.

Location & Parking : Room 1M101 - Dr. Richard Fagan Lecture Theatre. Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University, Once you enter through the glass doors, It is the first room on the right. Registration will be at the Atrium. Parking is available next to the Faculty of Medicine Building.

Recording: All sessions will be recorded.

Program Information: Anuj Charan, Educational Specialist (Program Development), Email: acharan@mun.ca or pdmed@mun.ca 

Accreditation

Maintenance of Certification (Section 1)
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 the Office of Professional & Educational Development, Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University. You may claim a maximum of 7.0 hours (credits are automatically calculated).

Program Agenda

DAY 1
Friday, November 1, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Diabetes Technology in 2024: Exploring our Biases
Medical Expert Health Advocate Professional
DAY 2
Saturday, November 2, 2024
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Morning Meet and Greet
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
ACP Atlantic Provinces Chapter Town Hall
9:00 AM - 9:10 AM
Welcome Session
9:10 AM - 10:10 AM
Epidemiology of Diabetes and Obesity: Social Prescribing in Medicine: Implications for Diabetes Care
Medical Expert Health Advocate Scholar
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
MASH (NASH/NAFLD) Updates – Dr. Magnus McLeod
Medical Expert Health Advocate Scholar
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Bariatric Sx Update
Medical Expert Collaborator Health Advocate
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Diabetes Risk Reduction Strategies: The Foot Edition
Medical Expert Leader Health Advocate
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM
Diabetes Guidelines 2024
Medical Expert Scholar Communicator
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Long Covid/PASC: An unmet treatment need
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
Networking Break
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Seniors' Experiences of Living with Type II Diabetes in Newfoundland & Labrador: An Exploration Using The Digital Storytelling Approach
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Abstract Presentations
5:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Closing Session
Acknowledgements

Scientific Planning committee – Dr. Sahar Iqbal (Chair), Dr. Brian Moses, , Dr. Ian Epstein, Dr. Jessica Downing, Dr. Stephanie Carpentier, Dr. Willem Blois, Dr. Matthew Greenacre & Krista Lawrence BN RN MN CDE

Acknowledgements

Funds in support of this CME activity were provided as an educational grant to Memorial University. The funds were independently allocated and disbursed in accordance with current CMA guidelines. An educational grant to help support this program was provided by:

Platinum Sponsor

Eli lily

Gold Sponsor

Abbott
Novo Nordisk
Medtronic

Silver

Boehringer-Ingelheim
Dexcom
Tandem
Embecta

Registration Details

Registration for this program is closed.