Practice Development Webinars

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Drug shortages are an ongoing concern in the Canadian health-care system, affecting 1 in 4 Canadians. Dealing with shortages on the front line is time consuming for pharmacists and pharmacy teams, who must manage inventories and problem-solve with patients. Shortages are a long-standing issue in Canada, but we have seen an increase in major shortages since the start of the pandemic. Is this a problem that is unique to Canada? Why do shortages happen? Are we prepared for this year’s cold and flu season? In this recording, you’ll hear from 3 experts who each bring different perspectives and experiences to answer these important questions and more.

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Speakers:

• Angelique Berg, President & CEO, Canadian Association for Pharmacy Distribution Management
• Stephanie Di Trapani, Director, Drug Shortages Division, Health Canada
• Barry Power, Editor-in-Chief, CPhA

Moderator:

• Sadaf Faisal, Director, Professional Affairs, CPhA

Additional Resources:

• CPhA drug shortages webpage

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Join CPhA’s Sadaf Faisal, Director, Professional Affairs, and Adam Wilson, Director, Government Relations, for a discussion about Pharmacare in Canada and the ongoing deliberations concerning the implementation of Pharmacare. Explore the current political background and why now may be the most likely time in decades for Canada to make Pharmacare a reality. Learn about CPhA's efforts to inform the government on issues that may impact pharmacists.

Speakers:

• Sadaf Faisal, Director, Professional Affairs
• Adam Wilson, Director, Government Relations

Other Resources: 

• CPhA Pharmacare webpage

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The opioid crisis is an ongoing and devastating issue across Canada, and pharmacists have a vital role to play in reducing the harm associated with drug and substance use to individuals, families and communities. A safer opioid supply (SOS) program is one type of harm reduction strategy that supports people who use drugs by providing access to regulated substances from a legal source rather than toxic versions from illicit markets, thereby minimizing risks of overdose and death. This webinar begins with a live discussion with the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health & Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, on the federal government's approach to harm reduction and the important role that pharmacists play in supporting people who use drugs. Following the Minister's remarks, our panel of experts examined and discuss SOS and other harm reduction strategies, explored issues around stigma and equity of access, and focused on the pharmacist’s role as an advocate for patients with addiction.

Opening remarks:

• The Hon. Carolyn Bennett, MD; Minister of Mental Health and Addictions & Associate Minister of Health

Featured panellists:

• Craig Plain, BSc (Pharm), RPh; Pharmacy Manager/Owner, Juniper Pharmacy (Kelowna, BC)
• Maria Zhang, BSc(Pharm), MSc., PharmD; Clinician Educator, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health & Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto
• Michael A. Beazely, BSP, PhD; Associate Professor, School of Pharmacy, University of Waterloo

Moderator:

• Danielle Paes, PharmD, RPh; Chief Pharmacist Officer, CPhA

Additional resources:

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In today’s busy pharmacy environment, especially with the added pressures of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, conflict is unavoidable and can be a significant stressor for pharmacy teams. Inevitably, pharmacists will find themselves in conflict situations and often have to act as mediators between staff members, with patients or with prescribers. While managing and resolving conflict can be uncomfortable and daunting, pharmacists and leaders need to be prepared to deal with these issues effectively and professionally. Using case examples, this session will provide participants with practical tips and skills that can be used in real life situations, from de-escalating confrontations, to dealing with difficult discussions with others and more.

Featured panellists:

• Afsana Gibson-Chowdhury, Q.Med, Ontario; Mediator, Lawyer, Adjudicator; Founder, Gibson Chowdhury
• Karen Agro, BScPhm, PharmD, MSc; Director, Agro Health Associates Inc.; Keynote performer, speaker & workshop facilitator
• Kyro Maseh, R.Ph.; Full-time pharmacist & founder; Lawlor Pharmacy; Public speaker & mentor

Additional resources:

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The rate of nonadherence to medication regimens has not changed in 40 years and is a multi-billion-dollar problem. This session will briefly describe a new approach to motivational interviewing (MI)—an evidence-based approach to improving treatment adherence by looking at patient health behaviors and outcomes. Case studies are used to demonstrate the effectiveness of MI skills in time-limited environments, such as community pharmacy practice.

Speaker:

• Bruce A. Berger, PhD, FAPhA , President, Berger Consulting, LLC and Professor Emeritus, Auburn University

Additional resources:

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• Discount on full program: Comprehensive Motivational Interviewing for Health Care Professionals (ComMIt) – 8hr e-training program
  • Visit the ComMIt website
  • Scroll and select "Registration - Canada" on the left menu
  • Add the course to your cart and enter CPHA2021 in the discount code field to save $45 USD
  • Complete the program within 3 months after registration

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Community pharmacies are uniquely positioned to function as health hubs, entry points for patients who need advice, advocacy, assessments and triaging. This is more important than ever in rural communities, where the local community pharmacist might be the only health-care provider available. Join us to hear pharmacists from across Canada share their innovative practice models that combine education, advice and health-system navigation into patient care.

Featured panellists:

• Stephanie Burden RPh, BScPharm, PharmD (candidate) Pharmacist & Owner, Complete Care Pharmasave
• Caitlin McGrath, BSP, RPh Store Operator, Tellier Pharmacy - Rubicon Pharmacies
• Taranom Movahedi, BSc, PharmD, RPh Clinical Pharmacist, Whole Health Pharmacy

Additional resources:

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