Topics

Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine

(1 hour presentation)

Presented by Dr. Greg Peters (sponsored by Viatris)

Topics covered in this presentation include:

• Anaphylaxis awareness and introduction
• Diagnosing symptoms of anaphylaxis
• Diagnosing post-anaphylactic events
• Symptomatic management of anaphylaxis
• Potential treatments for allergy
• Food allergy prevention

An Approach to Neurodevelopment Assessment in Primary Care

(30 minute presentation)

Presented by Lisa Plank, NP

Goal is for early identification of potential neurodevelopmental disorders to facilitate timely supports and interventions.

• Learn about common types of neurodevelopmental disorders
• What can you do in clinic? Initial assessment, history and physical assessment, referrals and treatment options
• Other local and provincial resources

Beyond Prescriptions: How Nurse Practitioners Can Curb Addiction & Opioid Misuse

(1 hour presentation)

Presented by Leland Sommer, MN, NP, Saskatchewan Health Authority

Opioids play a role in managing acute and chronic pain, perioperative care, and use disorders—all common presentations of NP practice. This interactive presentation and discussion will explore therapeutic management strategies, equipping NPs with practical assessment tools and risk-reduction approaches to enhance patient outcomes in daily practice.

Managing Metabolic Risk in Primary Care: An Update for Nurse Practitioners

(1 hour presentation)

Presented by Dr. Gudrun Caspar-Bell; Department of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan (sponsored by Abbott)

This session will explore how to identify and manage common metabolic risks in primary care. Participants will apply guidelines to real-world clinical scenarios, including cases involving dysglycemia, and discuss strategies to support early intervention and improve patient outcomes.

Pearls of Dermatology Practice for Primary Care

(1 hour presentation)

Presented by Dr. Brittany Waller

Learning Objectives:

1. To review recent evidence-based updates in the diagnosis and management of atopic dermatitis, including emerging therapies and strategies for optimizing patient care

2. To discuss key procedural pearls and best practices for common in-office dermatologic interventions, with a focus on minimizing complications and improving patient outcomes

3. To review new and evolving therapeutic options for common dermatologic conditions, with an emphasis on clinical relevance, safety and applicability to NP-led practice settings.

Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Clinical Pearls

(30 minute presentation)

Presented by Doria Melville, Pediatric NP

Pediatric IBD is the fastest growing population of patients with IBD in Canada. The focus of this talk is to help primary care providers identify key clinical features and biochemical/imaging markers of Crohns Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, to facilitate earlier diagnosis and treatment.

Prenatal Pearls for Practice

(30 minute presentation)

Presented by Jocelyn Jelsma, RM; Saskatchewan Health Authority

Antenatal care of the pregnant person, from conception until term can feel overwhelming in scope. Join me for a systematic walk through the trimesters: order labwork, genetic screening and ultrasound investigations, follow current guidelines and community standards, share quality resources, and have important conversations surrounding informed choice. Establish healthy partnerships between care providers and clients, navigate this journey of choices together, and contribute to a positive pregnancy experience.

Promoting Earlier Diagnosis of Oral Premalignant Lesions and Oral Cancer in Rural and Remote Areas of Saskatchewan

(30 minute presentation)

Presented by Drs. Felipe Fornias Sperandio, Amrinderbir Singh, Marcella Ogenchuk, and Research Assistants Kimia, Kazemi, Anum Nooruddin, University of Saskatchewan

This presentation will provide an overview of an oral cancer prevention and early detection initiative led by the College of Dentistry at the University of Saskatchewan. The project aims to improve access to timely screening and care for rural and northern communities by developing a sustainable, province-wide network of healthcare professionals equipped to identify and manage oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs) and oral cancers. The talk will highlight key components of the project framework, including clinical, histopathological, and community engagement strategies, and discuss pathways for collaboration with local health providers to ensure scalability and long-term impact.

RxFiles Updates: Balancing Considerations in Using Medications for Weight Loss

(1 hour presentation)

Presented by Zack Dumont, RxFiles Academic Detailing

Participants will be able to:

• Discuss evidence for novel obesity medications
• Describe the role of medication in the overall management of obesity
• Use shared-decision making to individualized obesity therapies

Urology Tips for Primary Care

(1 hour presentation)

Presented by Dr. Kishore Visvanathan, MD, FRCSC

This session will help you provide your patients with full scope of primary care for common urology conditions, including erectile dysfunction, recurrent bladder infection in women, and lower urinary tract symptoms in men. 

What is New in Biologic for Inflammatory Disease

(30 minute presentation)

Presented by Dr. Keltie Anderson; Assistant Professor Rheumatology, University of Saskatchewan (sponsored by UCB Canada)

Dr Anderson will speak about the evolution of biologics in inflammatory disease from Methotrexate to more advanced specific therapies.

Where's Cardio When You Need Them? Heart Failure Recognition & Management

(30 minute presentation)

Presented by Meg Vossen-Anweiler, NP

Examining early recognition of heart failure, warning signs, first steps of management (including how to do a practical cardio consult) and how to troubleshoot issues.

POST-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP

Part 1: Lead II ECG Interpretation

This interactive and visual-based session provides learners with a clear, step-by-step foundation for reading and interpreting ECGs. Participants will learn how the heart’s electrical impulses generate measurable waveforms and how Lead II provides an ideal view of atrial and ventricular depolarization. Emphasis is placed on recognizing the characteristics of a normal sinus rhythm, identifying deviations such as bradycardia, tachycardia, arrhythmias and heart block, linking these findings to the underlying physiology. Real-world clinical examples and sample rhythm strips will help reinforce learning and build confidence in rhythm recognition.

By the end of the session, participants will have a practical framework to interpret basic ECG rhythms accurately and begin developing the pattern recognition skills essential for clinical decision-making and patient safety.

Part 2: Intro to 12 Lead ECG Interpretation

This session provides a step-by-step approach to understanding and interpreting the standard 12- lead ECG. Participants will learn how proper lead placement impacts accuracy, how to interpret each lead’s “window” into the heart, and how to identify key changes that indicate cardiac compromise. Through guided examples and clinical cases, learners will practice identifying normal versus abnormal findings, such as ST-segment changes, Q-wave development, and Twave inversions.

Emphasis is placed on integrating anatomical knowledge with electrical interpretation to improve clinical decision-making. By the end of this session, participants will be able to approach 12-lead ECGs with greater confidence, interpret findings systematically, and begin linking electrical patterns to underlying cardiac events.