Women’s Health Symposium

Virtual Event • September 28, 2024 • 11:00 –15:45 EDT

As the primary care landscape continues to shift, community pharmacists find themselves in an increasingly pivotal role, frequently consulted by patients regarding women’s health conditions. Join us for a virtual symposium featuring clinical and plenary sessions highlighting how pharmacists can provide appropriate care to women, transgender and non-binary individuals.*

This event will be CCCEP accredited for 3 CEUs. Accreditation pending.

*CPhA recognizes the diversity of identities and experiences of Canadian patients. The patient base for this symposium includes women and transgender or non-binary people.

Learning Objectives

Understand the unique healthcare needs and challenges specific to women across their lifespan.
Gain in-depth knowledge of common women’s health conditions to better understand the role of pharmacists in assessing the risk of disease in women and how to provide effective counselling and medication management.
Acquire practical skills and tools for pharmacists to deliver patient-centered care to this special population.

Topics

Keynote: Addressing Women’s Health: Closing the Gender Health Gap and Health Disparities
Menopause clinical session: Feeling HOT? We Need to Talk!
Migraine clinical session: Migraine in Women: Addressing Patient Needs, Treatments, and Counselling across Stages of Life

Endometriosis and Uterine Fibroids clinical session: Contemporary treatment options for uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and other common uterine disorders
Panel Discussion: Women’s Heart and Brain Health: The Critical Role of Community Pharmacists
- In collaboration with Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
Closing Remarks

Program