2021
December 14, 2021 Primary Care Management of Seizures and Epilepsy
Join us on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. via webinar. Dr. Jorge Burneo, Epilepsy Specialist, Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences, Western University, will present, “Primary Care Management of Seizures and Epilepsy".December 9, 2021 Primary Care Obstetrics Grand Rounds - Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence: Exploring the Learning Needs of Family Medicine Residents
Please join us for Primary Care Obstetrics Grand Rounds on Thursday, December 9, 2021, to be held via ZOOM from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Dr. Daniela Keren, MD, MSc (Med Ed), CCFP, PGY3, Family Medicine Enhanced Skills (OB/Women’s Health) Western University, will present "Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence: Exploring the Learning Needs of Family Medicine Residents."December 8, 2021 Palliative Care Journal Club
Please join us for Palliative Care Journal Club on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, to be held via Zoom Videoconferencing from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Kathleen Milne, MD CCFP (PC) will present, "Early Integrative Palliative Care for Patients with Heart Failure: When is the “Right” Time to Refer to Palliative Care?"December 2, 2021 Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds – Annual Update - Antimicrobial Stewardship
Join us on Thursday, December 2, for Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds to be held via WebEx from 8:00-9:00 a.m. Lise Bondy and Mawusi Sosso, will present, "Annual Update - Antimicrobial Stewardship".December 1, 2021 Family Medicine Grand Rounds - Minimally Invasive Digital Pathways for Family Medicine
Join us on Wednesday, December 1, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. for Family Medicine Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM meeting. Dr. Kevin Pottie, MD, CCFP, MClSc, FCFP, will present, "Minimally Invasive Digital Pathways for Family Medicine".November 24, 2021 "Pain and Prejudice" Lecture
Join us on November 24, in-person or on Zoom for a lecture presentation. Professor Christian Mallen, National Director of the NIHR School for Primary Care Research, will present, "Pain and Prejudice". Register online.November 24, 2021 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and Anti-racism in the Academy
Join us on Wednesday, November 24, 2021, via zoom. Dr. Nicole Kaniki, will present, "Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and Anti-racism in the Academy". Register online.November 24, 2021 Western University Family Medicine Information Session #1
Join our Program Directors and Residents to learn more about Western University's Family Medicine Residency Program. This session will include both a live presentation and Q&A period.November 18, 2021 Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds – Alzheimer’s Disease: Disease Modifying Treatments in Current Randomized Controlled Trials
Join us on Thursday, November 18, for Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds to be held via WebEx from 8:00-9:00 a.m. Dr. Michael Borrie, will present, "Alzheimer’s Disease: Disease Modifying Treatments in Current Randomized Controlled Trials".November 18, 2021 Primary Care Obstetrics Grand Rounds - Implementing Fetal Health Surveillance (FHS) Changes into Clinical Practice
Please join us for Primary Care Obstetrics Grand Rounds on Thursday, November 18, 2021, to be held via ZOOM from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Lauren Columbus, RM, will present "Implementing Fetal Health Surveillance (FHS) Changes into Clinical Practice."November 10, 2021 Diabetes Update 2021
Join us on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, for the Diabetes Update 2021 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. via Chime Live. Register online.November 10, 2021 West Middlesex Health Centre (WMHC) Grand Opening
The opening will be on November 10, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. The event will include some speakers as well as tours of the center. Due to the pandemic, the event will be kept small but please look out for updates on social media and in the Family Medicine monthly newsletter.November 10, 2021 Palliative Care Grand Rounds – Integrating Palliative Care into Oncology Care for Adult AML Patients
Join us on Wednesday, November 10, for Palliative Care Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM (webinar) from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Shiraz Malik, MD CCFP, will present, "Integrating Palliative Care into Oncology Care for Adult AML Patients".November 9, 2021 Updates in Managing Neurological Disorders in a Family Practice
Join us on November 9, 2021, for a free webinar "Updates in Managing Neurological Disorders in a Family Practice" hosted by the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences, Western University. Register online.November 3, 2021 Geriatric Mental Health Education Series #1
This is the first event of a four-part series for the academic year 2021-2022 and will be held on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. This event will be brought to you by Western Zoom. You must register to attend – seats will be limited, so hurry to register!November 3, 2021 Family Medicine Grand Rounds - A Primer in Space Medicine
Join us on Wednesday, November 3 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. for Family Medicine Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM meeting. Dr. Adam Sirek, MD, MSc, CCFP, DABFM, FAsMA, FAASP, will present, "A Primer in Space Medicine".October 22, 2021 9th Annual Day in Endocrinology for Primary Care Providers
Join us virtually on October 22, 2021, for the 9th Annual Day in Endocrinology for Primary Care Providers by Canadian Endocrine Update. Register online.October 15, 2021 Virtual Trillium Primary Health Care Research Day
Register for the Virtual Trillium Primary Heath Care Research Day on October 15, 2021. Abstract submissions open August 15, 2021 and close October 1, 2021.October 13, 2021 Palliative Care Grand Rounds – Cultural Sensitivity and Awareness in the Palliative Care Sector
Join us on Wednesday, October 13, for Palliative Care Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM (webinar) from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Riham Attia, MSW, RSW, PhD Candidate, ABD, will present, "Cultural Sensitivity and Awareness in the Palliative Care Sector".October 7, 2021 Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds: Preventing the Fracture Cascade: Interdisciplinary Management of Vertebral Fractures
Join us for Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds on Thursday, October 7, 2021, to be held via WebEx from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. Dr. Jenny Thain, will present, "Preventing the Fracture Cascade: Interdisciplinary Management of Vertebral Fractures."October 6, 2021 Family Medicine Grand Rounds - MAiD Update
Join us on Wednesday, October 6, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. for Family Medicine Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM meeting. Dr. George Kim of the BFMC with co-presenters Sue Miller and Julie Campbell, MAiD navigators, will present an update on MAiD.October 6, 2021 Family Medicine Connections - Newborn Care and Early Discharge Program
Join us on Wednesday, October 6, from 7:45 to 8:30 a.m. for the Family Medicine Connections meeting to be held via ZOOM. Katie Fisher, Chief of Midwifery, will present evaluation results of the Newborn Early Discharge Program.September 30, 2021 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
To observe Orange Shirt Day and NDTR at Western, OII has prepared a series of events that will span the entire day. In support of efforts to raise awareness and education, special events will commence with a flag-raising ceremony and conclude with the illumination of our campus in orange light.September 29, 2021 Leader Series: Deep Learning for Medical Anomaly Detection
Join us on September 29, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. via ZOOM meeting. Dr. Yalda Mohsenzadeh will present "Deep Learning for Medical Anomaly Detection".September 25, 2021 Virtual Homecoming Weekend
Homecoming is the perfect time to reconnect with friends and colleagues. Join us virtually on September 25, 2021 for an exciting line-up of events.September 16, 2021 Primary Care Obstetrics Grand Rounds: Soft Markers on Second Trimester Ultrasound: What Matters and Why?
Join us for Primary Care Obstetrics Grand Rounds on Thursday, September 16, 2021, to be held via ZOOM from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Dr. Sarah Plante PGY3 Family Medicine Enhanced Skills (Obstetrics), will present, "Soft Markers on Second Trimester Ultrasound: What Matters and Why?"September 15, 2021 Palliative Care Grand Rounds – Medical Aid in Dying – An Update
Join us on Wednesday, September 15, for Palliative Care Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM (webinar) from 8:30-9:300 a.m. George Kim, MD, MClSc(FM), CCFP, FCFP, will present, "Medical Aid in Dying – An Update".September 10, 2021 Bluewater Palliative Care Retreat - A Day with Legends & Pioneers in Palliative Medicine
The Bluewater Palliative Care Retreat Committee Presents: A Day with Legends & Pioneers in Palliative Medicine on September 10, 2021 from 9:30am – 3pm. Join online for this 1 day educational opportunity to learn from 2 rock stars in Palliative Care. All are welcome to experience this virtual event!September 9, 2021 Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds – Community Outreach and Support Team (COAST)
Join us on Thursday, September 9 at 8:00 a.m. for Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds held via WebEx. Constable Danielle Zapfe and Jeremy Curtis-Wells (RSW) will present, "Community Outreach and Support Team (COAST)"September 8, 2021 Family Medicine Grand Rounds – COVID-19 Update for Primary Care
Join us on Wednesday, September 8 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. for Family Medicine Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM meeting. Dr. Michael Payne and Dr. Alex Summers, will present, "COVID-19 Update for Primary Care".July 7, 2021 Family Medicine Orientation
The 2021 Family Medicine Orientation will take place on July 7, from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Check OWL website for the link. Our Residency Program Director, Dr. Julie Copeland will give an overview of our program and discuss curriculum objectives, assessment, and requirements.June 25, 2021 Indigeneity, Wellness through Sacred Healing Spaces within the Hospital Walls
Please come join us on Friday, June 25, 2021 for a 2 hour exciting opportunity to learn more about the various traditional indigenous healing practices. This event will take place via Zoom and start at 9:00 am and conclude at 11:00 am. You must register in advance to attend.June 23, 2021 Family Medicine Virtual Resident Graduation Ceremony
The Department of Family Medicine is hosting a virtual live reception in honour of residents graduating between November 1, 2020 and October 31, 2021! If you are a graduate, please join us via Zoom on Wednesday, June 23 at 4:00pm for a ceremony full of speeches, the presentation of Resident and Teacher Awards, and more. Dress fancy and grab a drink, and don't miss out on our first ever virtual Graduation group photo! We look forward to this evening of celebration!June 23, 2021 Leader Series: Developing Ideas for QI Projects
Join us on June 23, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. via ZOOM meeting. Dr. Scott McKay will present "Developing Ideas for QI Projects".May 13, 2021 Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds – Inter-Community Wrap Around Program
Join us on Thursday, May 13 at 8:00 a.m. for Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds held via WebEx. Adriana Diaz will present, "Inter-Community Wrap Around Program."May 5, 2021 Family Medicine Grand Rounds – Pandemic Planning for Primary Care (3PC)/Family Physicians and Virtual Care during COVID-19
Join us on Wednesday, May 5 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. for Family Medicine Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM meeting. Maria Mathews, PhD, will present, "Pandemic Planning for Primary Care (3PC)" and Bridget Ryan, PhD, will present, "Family Physicians and Virtual Care during COVID-19April 14, 2021 Palliative Care Grand Rounds – Providing Culturally Safe Palliative Care for Indigenous People: Addressing Inequity is a Step Towards Reconciliation
Join us on Wednesday, April 14, for Palliative Care Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM (webinar) from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Amy Montour, BScN, MSc, MD, CCFP, will present, "Providing Culturally Safe Palliative Care for Indigenous People: Addressing Inequity is a Step Towards Reconciliation."March 31, 2021 Faculty Development Teacher / Educator Series: Assessing Patient-Centredness in Learners
Join us for our next Faculty Development session on March 31, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. via Zoom, as Drs. Bridget Ryan and Eric Wong present, "Teacher / Educator Series: Assessing Patient-Centredness in Learners."March 11, 2021 Family Medicine Obstetrics Grand Rounds – Prenatal Genetic Screening in Ontario
Join us for Family Medicine Obstetrics Grand Rounds on Thursday, March 11, 2021 to be held via ZOOM from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Ioana Miron, MSc, MSc, CGC, CCGCl, will present, "Prenatal Genetic Screening in Ontario."March 10 and 17, 2021 Family Medicine Wellness Evenings: Mindfulness for Your Life
Are you feeling anxious or stressed? Is your mind going nonstop? Is it affecting your quality of life? You are not alone. Join Diane Yeo and the Department of Family Medicine for two wellness evenings on March 10 and 17 at 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. and learn how mindfulness can help you to calm your mind and body and improve your overall well-being. Open to faculty, staff, residents and learners, as well as family members.March 3, 2021 Family Medicine Grand Rounds – Towards a More Equitable Palliative Care: Exploring Non-Malignant Frontiers
Join us on Wednesday, March 3 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. for Family Medicine Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM meeting. Kyra Harris-Schulz, MDCM, CCFP (PC), Palliative Care Consultant, London Health Sciences Centre (University Hospital), will present, "Towards a More Equitable Palliative Care: Exploring Non-Malignant Frontiers."February 26, 2021 Geriatric Mental Health Education Series #3
Registration is now open for the Geriatric Mental Health Education Series #3 hosted by the Division of Geriatric Psychiatry Department of Psychiatry Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry Western University in collaboration with Geriatric Psychiatry Programs of St. Joseph's Health Care London and London Health Sciences Centre. This is the third event of a four part series and will be held on Friday, February 26, 2021, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. This event will be brought to you by Western Zoom. You must register to attend.February 10, 2021 Palliative Care Grand Rounds – Let’s Talk About Sex: Addressing Sex and Intimacy with People Receiving Palliative Care
Join us on Wednesday, February 10, for Palliative Care Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM (webinar) from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Michael Bennett, MSW RSW, PhD Candidate, will present, "Let’s Talk About Sex: Addressing Sex and Intimacy with People Receiving Palliative Care."February 4, 2021 Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds – Virtual Care with Older Adults & Caregivers: Best Practices and Lived Experiences
Join us on Thursday, February 4 at 8:00 a.m. for Geriatric Interdisciplinary Grand Rounds held via WebEx. Shelly Billings and Jody Glover will present, "Virtual Care with Older Adults & Caregivers: Best Practices and Lived Experiences."February 3, 2021 Family Medicine Grand Rounds – Obesity in Primary Care: A Clinical Guidelines Update
Join us on Wednesday, February 3 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. for Family Medicine Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM meeting. Sonja Reichert, MD, CCFP, St. Joseph’s Primary Care Diabetes Support Program, St. Joseph’s Health Care London, will present, "Obesity in Primary Care: A Clinical Guidelines Update."January 27, 2021 Faculty Development Teacher / Educator Series: Family Medicine: Exploring the Continuum
Join us for our next Faculty Development session on Wednesday, January 27, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. via Zoom, as Dr. Tom Freeman and Dr. Saadia Hameed Jan present, "Family Medicine: Exploring the Continuum," as part of our Teacher / Educator Series.January 6, 2021 Family Medicine Grand Rounds – Leadership…for such a time as this!
Join us on Wednesday, January 6 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. for Family Medicine Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM meeting. Dr. Gillian Kernaghan, President and Chief Executive Officer St. Joseph’s Health Care London, will present "Leadership…for such a time as this!" An electronic appointment containing the ZOOM link has been sent to your calendar.January 13, 2021 Palliative Care Grand Rounds – Palliative Care in the Age of Madness: What have we learned from COVID-19? What should we study and what should we teach?
Join us on Wednesday, January 13, for Palliative Care Grand Rounds to be held via ZOOM (webinar) from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Dr. Gil Schreier will present, "Palliative Care in the Age of Madness: What have we learned from COVID-19? What should we study and what should we teach?"
