SUMMARY

Nov. 7–9 (Fri–Sun) |Vancouver, BC | Hybrid conference

Audience: family practice anesthetists (FPA/GPAs), rural anesthesiologists and primary care physicians practicing anesthesia skills in their rural communities.

Overview: This year’s FPA Refresher Course offers expert-led lectures and case-based discussions on a range of anesthesia topics. In-person participants can join hands-on workshops and connect with colleagues at the networking social. 

In-person: Up to 10.25 Mainpro+ credits 

Virtual: Up to 7.75 Mainpro+ credits 

SUMMARY

Emergency Care BC is pleased to share a fall webinar series hosted by Child Health BC and BC Children’s Hospital, focused on Supporting Youth Who Use Substances in Acute Settings. 

These virtual sessions are designed for health care professionals working in ED and inpatient environments across BC. Each session offers practical strategies to strengthen care for youth presenting with substance-related concerns — and all live webinars are UBC CPD accredited. 

What’s included: 

• Clinical best practices 

• Expert speakers and case discussions 

• Resources for emergency and inpatient providers 

• Free registration for all BC healthcare providers 

Can’t join live?
Recordings of previous webinars are available online. 

WEBINAR SCHEDULE

• SEPTEMBER 17 | 10:00–11:00 AM
  Acute Substance Use Care: Considerations for Assessment, Treatment, and Supportive Care for Children and Youth In BC Hospitals
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• OCTOBER 30 | 3:00–4:00 PM
  Navigating Complexity: Considerations for Concurrent Mental Health Conditions in Acute Settings for Children and Youth Who Use Substances
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• NOVEMBER 19 | 2:00–3:00 PM
  Supporting Safer Use: Harm Reduction Strategies for Youth in BC Health Settings
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• DECEMBER 4 | 11:00 AM –12:00 PM
  Impactful Conversations: Motivational Interviewing with Youth who Use Substances
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• DECEMBER 9 | 11:00 AM –12:00 PM
  Strengthening Connections: Discharge and Transition Planning from Acute Settings for Children and Youth Who Use Substances
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