Rural Anesthesia Refresher Course 2026

Nov. 27–29 (Fri–Sun) Audience: family physicians, anesthesiologists, rural physicians, residents and students. Overview: The conference brings together practitioners for shared learning and collaboration. Through practical, case-based lectures and hands-on workshops, participants strengthen clinical skills and build connections within the rural anesthesia community. In-person: Up to 10.25 Mainpro+/MOC Section 1 credits Virtual: Up to 7.75 Mainpro+/MOC …

Hot Topics in Internal Medicine

Dec. 5 (Sat) | 8 a.m.–1:20 p.m. PCT Audience: family physicians, internists, hospitalists, sub-specialists, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, nurses, residents and students. Overview: Join colleagues for a half-day of practical learning and clinical updates in acute hospital care and complex chronic disease management. Review current evidence and approaches to common medical conditions, with a focus on …

Rural Rounds: What actually works for stress, impostor syndrome, and burnout in rural practice?

December 10, 2026 (Thurs) | 8:00-9:00 a.m. PT Speaker bio: Dr. Adam Sandell is a family physician, educator, and mentor who has worked extensively with rural Indigenous communities in British Columbia and previously practised in the UK. He enjoys helping colleagues navigate career decisions, resilience, leadership, and professional development. The session will be moderated by …

Western Hospitalist Conference

Jan. 15–16 (Fri–Sat) Audience: hospitalists, family physicians, specialist physicians, nurse practitioners and residents. Overview: This inaugural conference brings together hospitalists and interdisciplinary health professionals to explore current issues in inpatient medicine. Through expert-led sessions and practical discussions, participants will gain clinical updates, strengthen decision-making and connect with peers from across the region. Up to 12.0 …

PQI (Physician Quality Improvement) Virtual Action Learning Series

Jan 16, Feb 18, Mar 18, Apr 16, May 20, June 17 JOIN A COHORT OF NORTHERN PHYSICIANS DRIVING IMPROVEMENTIn Person Full Day sessions: January 16 & April 16Virtual sessions: February 18, March 18, May 20, June 17 Embark on your own Quality Improvement journey while collaborating with teams from across the North. CME credits, …

Primary Care Procedural Skills: Hands-On Intensive Training Day

Jan. 23 (Sat) | 8 a.m.–5 p.m. PCT | In-person workshop | UBC Robson Square, Vancouver, BC Audience: nurse practitioners and family physicians. Overview: Developed by the Nurse Practitioner CPD program, this workshop offers hands-on training in common primary-care procedures. Build skills through demonstrations, supervised practice and individualized feedback. Up to 8.25 Mainpro+ credits LEARN …

Hot Topics in Cardiology

Jan. 30, 2027 (Sat) | 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. PT | Hybrid conference | UBC Robson Square, Vancouver, BC Audience: cardiologists, family physicians, hospitalists, internists, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, medicine specialists, residents and students. Overview: The conference marks its 22nd year in partnership with the UBC Division of Cardiology. Leading experts will share updates and insights …

UBC Care of the Elderly Intensive Review Course

Feb. 4–6 (Thu–Sat) | Hybrid conference | UBC Robson Square, Vancouver, BC Audience: family physicians, specialist physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals, residents and students. Overview: Review current evidence and practical approaches to the care of older adults. Explore updates in frailty, dementia, chronic disease management, prescribing, substance use and goals of care. Apply …