OVERVIEW
Doctors of BC’s Education Day brings together family physicians and specialists for a diverse learning and networking opportunity. Attendees will participate in education sessions that will inform you about the services and supports Doctors of BC provides to make a positive difference in your practice and for the profession.
PROGRAM
| 8:30 | Breakfast & Registration | |
| 9:00 | Welcome & Opening Remarks | Nicole Newman & Sara Taghipour |
| 9:10 | President Elect Overview... What is Important to us right now | Dr Trina Larsen Soles |
| 9:30 | Advocating Through Policy | Deb Viccars |
| 9:50 | Physician Master Agreement - The Big Picture | Paul Straszak |
| 10:10 | Local Negotiations, Advocacy & Member Support | Deanna Mayhew |
| 10:30 | Break | |
| 10:40 | Personal Insurance: Do you know what you need? | Erin Higgins |
| 11:00 | JCC Update |
SSC - Adrian Leung GPSC - Dr Brenda Hefford SCC - Margaret English |
| 12:00 | Lunch | |
| 1:00 | Patient Medical Home Strategy | Dr Brenda Hefford |
| 1:30 | Update on Priorities | Dr Vanessa Brcic & Dr Jeff Dresselhuis |
| 1:45 | Violence Against Physicians | Rob Hulyk |
| 2:05 | Break | |
| 2:15 | Audit & Billing: Avoiding the Pitfalls | Juanita Grant |
| 3:00 | Reception | |
REGISTRATION
Registration is limited to the first 100 registrants. Registration is free, however attendees who have registered are committing to attendance. “No-show” attendees will be charged $50 on their credit card to cover costs associated with holding their place.
Honoraria of $200 and travel outside 40km will be paid.
To register, please complete the registration form and email it to
sfox@doctorsofbc.ca or fax 604.638.6054.
ACCREDITATION
Up to 4.75 MOC Section 1/Mainpro+ credits
PARKING INFORMATION
Entrance to the parkade is on Hornby Street. Regular (early-bird) parking is covered by Doctors of BC (only applicable to those arriving before 9am and leaving before 6pm). Valet parking will not be covered.
AMAZING DOOR PRIZES TO BE WON!