Friday June 6
Friday is dedicated to practical, hands-on skill development, with immersive workshops focused on procedural skills, ophthalmology, ultrasound, dermatology, and emergency care. These small-group sessions repeat, allowing participants to choose one workshop in the morning and another in the afternoon, maximizing learning opportunities and skill-building.
For those looking to unwind, a variety of social activities are available, offering opportunities to connect and explore Prince George. Learn more about social events here.
All Day Workshops
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Facilitator: Dr. Rahul Gupta
📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Two Rivers Gallery, 725 Canada Games Way, Prince George, BC V2L 5T1💰 Fees:
All Professions: $200
Resident: $120
🧘 Workshop Overview:
Designed for healthcare providers with familiarity in mindfulness practice, this workshop offers an opportunity for extended guided practice and deep inquiry into the challenges and opportunities facing us in healthcare and leadership. This day will be highly experiential, combining reflective practices and interpersonal exercises to support compassionate awareness and collective well-being during system and societal transformation.🍽️ Includes: Lunch and coffee breaks
🎓 Accreditation:
5.5 Mainpro+ credits
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Morning Sessions
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Prince George Conference CentreA complimentary breakfast will be available for all attendees.
💰 Registration Fees
Physician: $150
Resident: $75
🩺 Workshop Overview:
Enhance your procedural skills in this hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to confidently perform minor surgical procedures, including Z-incisions and corner sutures, ultrasound-guided MSK injections, trigger finger injections, and dermatologic biopsies. This interactive small-group session offers practical training to build confidence and refine essential skills for primary care and procedural practice.🛠 Learning Objectives
Perform minor surgical procedures with confidence, including correct handling of instruments, delivery of local anesthesia, suture selection, wound closure techniques, and post-procedure care.
Identify indications for Z-incisions and corner sutures and practice these techniques for optimal wound closure.
Review safe and effective injection techniques for trigger fingers.
Demonstrate proper technique of musculoskeletal (MSK) injections for knee, shoulder, and carpal tunnel by identifying anatomical landmarks and utilizing palpation and/or ultrasound guidance to improve accuracy and safety.
Execute dermatologic biopsy techniques, including punch and elliptical biopsies, while ensuring appropriate anesthesia, wound closure, and strategies to minimize bleeding and complications.
👨⚕️ Instructors:
Dr. Bret Batchelor – Revelstoke, BC
Dr. Sean Ebert – Clearwater, BC
Dr. Stu Johnston – Oliver, BC
Dr. Michael Makin – Vanderhoof, BC
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Prince Optical, #200 - 1440 2nd Ave, Prince George, BC V2K 4C6🚍 The location is just a short walk from the conference centre.
A complimentary breakfast will be available for all attendees.
💰 Registration Fees
Physician: $150
Resident: $75
🩺 Workshop Overview
Confidently handle common eye issues at this hands-on workshop that will equip you to perform comprehensive eye exams, including visual acuity assessment, pupillary reflex testing, and direct ophthalmoscopy to identify common retinal pathologies. You'll learn to recognize and manage red eye conditions, differentiate between benign and urgent ocular issues, and safely perform office-based procedures such as slit lamp exams, eyelid eversion, foreign body removal, and intraocular pressure measurement for early glaucoma detection.
🛠 Learning Objectives
Perform comprehensive eye exams, including visual acuity, pupillary reflex, and extraocular movement testing.
Utilize a direct ophthalmoscope to assess the optic disc and retina for common pathologies.
Identify and manage red eye conditions such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, and uveitis.
Differentiate between benign and urgent ocular conditions requiring referral.
Perform slit lamp exams, eyelid eversion, foreign body removal, and intraocular pressure measurement for early glaucoma detection.
🎓 Accreditation
2.5 Mainpro+ credits
👨⚕️ Instructors:
Dr. Andrew Lukaris – Prince George, BC
Dr. Byron Silver – Prince George, BC
Dr. Mark Jacoby – Prince George, BC
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Prince George Conference CentreA complimentary breakfast will be available for all attendees.
💰 Registration Fees
Physician: $150
Resident: $75
🩺 Workshop Overview
Enhance your diagnostic confidence with this hands-on workshop that will demonstrate how handheld ultrasound can be integrated into your clinical decision-making to improve patient assessments. You'll work in small groups to practice scanning techniques on live models, focusing on key applications like volume assessment (IVC, cardiac, lung), joint injections, kidney/bladder volume, and gallbladder scans.
🛠 Learning Objectives
Demonstrate how handheld ultrasound enhances patient assessment and clinical decision-making.
Perform volume assessments, including IVC collapsibility, cardiac contractility, and lung scans for fluid status.
Identify anatomical landmarks for joint injections, improving accuracy and safety.
Assess kidney and bladder volume to aid in diagnosing urinary retention or obstruction.
Utilize ultrasound for gallbladder evaluation, detecting common pathologies like cholecystitis.
Instructors:
Dr. Virginia Robinson – Fernie, BC
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Prince George Conference CentreA complimentary breakfast will be available for all attendees.
💰 Registration Fees
Physician: $150
Resident: $75
🩺 Workshop Overview
Master the fundamentals of dermoscopy with this interactive workshop that will cover the basic principles of dermoscopy, helping you identify key features of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma to enhance early detection and diagnostic accuracy. Through small group, hands-on practice with live models, you’ll gain confidence in using dermoscopy to differentiate between benign and malignant lesions.
🛠 Learning Objectives
Understand the basic principles of dermoscopy and its role in early skin cancer detection.
Identify common dermoscopic features of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma.
Differentiate benign vs. malignant lesions based on characteristic patterns.
Gain hands-on experience with dermoscopy techniques to improve diagnostic accuracy.
Build confidence in using dermoscopy in primary care for real-world patient assessments.
🎓 Accreditation
2.5 Mainpro+ credits
Instructors:
Dr. Shane Barclay – Sun Peaks, BC
Mary McClelland, NP - Vancouver
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 9:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
📍 Location: A shuttle to and from will be included.
💰 Fee: $20🌿 Activity Overview:
A guided forest walk with Jessi Fields, a Herbology student and avid learner with Elders/Knowledge Keepers in her community. Jessi will lead us through a rich and earthy direst in Prince George filled with lush greenery and teach us about the local plants that the Indigenous peoples use for food and medicines.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Afternoon Sessions
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Prince George Conference CentreA complimentary lunch will be available for all attendees.
💰 Registration Fees
Physician: $150
Resident: $75
🩺 Workshop Overview:
Enhance your procedural skills in this hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to confidently perform minor surgical procedures, including Z-incisions and corner sutures, ultrasound-guided MSK injections, trigger finger injections, and dermatologic biopsies. This interactive small-group session offers practical training to build confidence and refine essential skills for primary care and procedural practice.🛠 Learning Objectives
Perform minor surgical procedures with confidence, including correct handling of instruments, delivery of local anesthesia, suture selection, wound closure techniques, and post-procedure care.
Identify indications for Z-incisions and corner sutures and practice these techniques for optimal wound closure.
Review safe and effective injection techniques for trigger fingers.
Demonstrate proper technique of musculoskeletal (MSK) injections for knee, shoulder, and carpal tunnel by identifying anatomical landmarks and utilizing palpation and/or ultrasound guidance to improve accuracy and safety.
Execute dermatologic biopsy techniques, including punch and elliptical biopsies, while ensuring appropriate anesthesia, wound closure, and strategies to minimize bleeding and complications.
Instructors:
Dr. Bret Batchelor – Revelstoke, BC
Dr. Sean Ebert – Clearwater, BC
Dr. Stu Johnston – Oliver, BC
Dr. Michael Makin – Vanderhoof, BC
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Prince Optical, #200 - 1440 2nd Ave, Prince George, BC V2K 4C6🚍 The location is just a short walk from the conference centre.
A complimentary breakfast will be available for all attendees.
💰 Registration Fees
Physician: $150
Resident: $75
🩺 Workshop Overview
Confidently handle common eye issues at this hands-on workshop that will equip you to perform comprehensive eye exams, including visual acuity assessment, pupillary reflex testing, and direct ophthalmoscopy to identify common retinal pathologies. You'll learn to recognize and manage red eye conditions, differentiate between benign and urgent ocular issues, and safely perform office-based procedures such as slit lamp exams, eyelid eversion, foreign body removal, and intraocular pressure measurement for early glaucoma detection.
🛠 Learning Objectives
Perform comprehensive eye exams, including visual acuity, pupillary reflex, and extraocular movement testing.
Utilize a direct ophthalmoscope to assess the optic disc and retina for common pathologies.
Identify and manage red eye conditions such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, and uveitis.
Differentiate between benign and urgent ocular conditions requiring referral.
Perform slit lamp exams, eyelid eversion, foreign body removal, and intraocular pressure measurement for early glaucoma detection.
🎓 Accreditation
2.5 Mainpro+ credits
Instructors:
Dr. Andrew Lukaris – Prince George, BC
Dr. Byron Silver – Prince George, BC
Dr. Mark Jacoby – Prince George, BC
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Prince George Conference CentreA complimentary lunch will be available for all attendees.
💰 Registration Fees
Physician: $150
Resident: $75
🩺 Workshop Overview
Enhance your diagnostic confidence with this hands-on workshop that will demonstrate how handheld ultrasound can be integrated into your clinical decision-making to improve patient assessments. You'll work in small groups to practice scanning techniques on live models, focusing on key applications like volume assessment (IVC, cardiac, lung), joint injections, kidney/bladder volume, and gallbladder scans.
🛠 Learning Objectives
Demonstrate how handheld ultrasound enhances patient assessment and clinical decision-making.
Perform volume assessments, including IVC collapsibility, cardiac contractility, and lung scans for fluid status.
Identify anatomical landmarks for joint injections, improving accuracy and safety.
Assess kidney and bladder volume to aid in diagnosing urinary retention or obstruction.
Utilize ultrasound for gallbladder evaluation, detecting common pathologies like cholecystitis.
Instructors:
Dr. Virginia Robinson – Fernie, BC
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Prince George Conference CentreA complimentary breakfast will be available for all attendees.
💰 Registration Fees
Physician: $150
Resident: $75
🩺 Workshop Overview
Master the fundamentals of dermoscopy with this interactive workshop that will cover the basic principles of dermoscopy, helping you identify key features of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma to enhance early detection and diagnostic accuracy. Through small group, hands-on practice with live models, you’ll gain confidence in using dermoscopy to differentiate between benign and malignant lesions.
🛠 Learning Objectives
Understand the basic principles of dermoscopy and its role in early skin cancer detection.
Identify common dermoscopic features of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma.
Differentiate benign vs. malignant lesions based on characteristic patterns.
Gain hands-on experience with dermoscopy techniques to improve diagnostic accuracy.
Build confidence in using dermoscopy in primary care for real-world patient assessments.
🎓 Accreditation
2.5 Mainpro+ credits
Instructors:
Dr. Shane Barclay – Sun Peaks, BC
Mary McClelland, NP - Vancouver
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
📍 Location: BCEHS Flight Base (Station 580), Carson Air Hangar, Prince George Airport🚍 Transportation from the Prince George Conference Centre to the BCEHS Sim Centre will be provided.
💰 Registration Fees
Physician: $200
🩺 Workshop Overview
Improve the safety and efficiency of critically ill patient transfers. This interactive workshop will review key handover principles for critically ill patients, demonstrate safe transitions of therapeutic and monitoring modalities in a simulated setting, and help you identify and mitigate risks associated with rural transport. Through debriefing and reflection, you’ll evaluate handover effectiveness and enhance your readiness for critical care transport situations.
🛠 Learning ObjectivesReview handover principles for the transfer of critically ill patients.
Demonstrate safe and effective transitions of therapeutic and monitoring modalities in a simulated setting.
Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with handover and equipment changes during critical care transport.
Evaluate handover effectiveness and equipment readiness through debriefing and reflection on simulated transport cases.
🎓 Accreditation
2.5 Mainpro+ credits
👨⚕️ Instructors:
Dr. Floyd Besserer – Prince George, BC
Local Flight Paramedics
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⏰ Time: 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Courtyard by Marriott Prince George💰 Fees: Delegates ($150) | Residents ($75)
This interactive workshop invites participants to engage with Indigenous stories, art, and reflective practices to explore the emotional side of addressing bias and anti-Indigenous racism in healthcare. Through personal reflection and shared experiences, attendees will gain practical tools and leave with meaningful commitments to foster cultural safety and drive professional transformation.
Facilitated by: Lisa Striegler, Sarah de Leeuw, Marion Erickson
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Prince George Conference Centre
💰 Fee: Included with Conference registration🤝 Activity Overview:
Kick off the conference with Network & Nibbles, a relaxed and informal gathering where you can pick up your name badge, grab your conference package, and explore the exhibitor booths before the main event begins. Drop in anytime during this two-hour window to enjoy light snacks, great conversations, and valuable networking opportunities with fellow attendees.See you there! 🎉
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Location: White Goose Bistro
📍 Address: 1205 3rd Avenue, Prince George, BC
💰 Fee: $100 per person🍽️ Activity Overview:
Experience a unique five-course culinary adventure at White Goose Bistro, where the chef will craft a personalized menu designed to surprise and delight. Simply share any dietary restrictions or preferences on-site, and enjoy an expertly curated meal tailored to your tastes.🚶 Convenient Location: Less than a 10-minute walk from the conference venue.
📢 Reserve your spot early – spaces are limited!
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📅 Date: Friday, June 6
⏰ Time:6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Northern Lights Winery
📍 Address: 745 Prince George Pulpmill Rd, Prince George, BC V2K 5P4
💰 Fee: $110 per ticket🍷 Activity Overview:
Enjoy an intimate four-course dinner with expertly paired wines at Northern Lights Winery, BC’s top fruit winery. With exclusive seating and stunning views of the Nechako River, this elegant dining experience is the perfect way to unwind and connect with fellow attendees.🚍 Shuttle Service: A complimentary shuttle to and from the winery is provided.
📢 Secure your spot early – limited seating available!