Webinars

Accredited Webinar | Coming up on October 30, 2024 

Evolving Allergic Rhinitis Care: Adapting to New Pharmacy Practices and Clinical Guidelines

Accredited for 1.75 CEUs by the Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy: CCCEP #1329-2024-3893-L-P.

Join pharmacist Dr. Nardine Nakhla in an accredited webinar discussing the latest clinical guidance for allergic rhinitis and the expanding role of pharmacists in improving patient outcomes and driving practice growth.

Webinar Presenter: Dr. Nardine Nakhla, PharmD, RPh

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the evolving clinical guidance and emerging evidence related to allergic rhinitis (AR) management to ensure up-to-date patient care.
2. Apply a holistic and individualized approach to AR care to optimize therapy outcomes and address patient-specific needs.
3. Identify and implement strategies to enhance compliance and adherence, overcoming common challenges in AR management.
4. Explore the expanding roles of pharmacists in AR management, including opportunities for successful practice growth and improving patient outcomes in the evolving landscape of AR care.

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Supported by educational funding from Bausch Health

Accredited Webinar | Recorded on October 1, 2024

Optimizing Outcomes in Acne: Understanding Pathogenesis, Treatment, and Skincare

Accredited for 1.0 CEU by the Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy: CCCEP #1329-2024-3894-I-P.

Join dermatologist Dr. Malika Ladha and pharmacist Aaron Sihota to gain insights into the pathophysiology of skin conditions like atopic dermatitis, acne, and photosensitivity, understand the impact of adjunctive care on symptom relief, and recognize the most effective therapies to enhance clinical outcomes in dermatology.

Webinar Presenters: Dr. Malika Ladha MD, FRCPC, FAAD Dermatologist, and Aaron Sihota, BSc, BSc Pharm, RPh Pharmacist

Learning Objectives

1. Highlight the importance of adjunctive therapy (i.e. non-prescription moisturizers and cleansers) in the management of acne.
2. Describe the pathophysiology of acne Evaluate the impact of adjunctive therapy on alleviating the symptoms of atopic dermatitis and photosensitivity, and in mitigating the dermatologic side effects of acne treatment.
3. Select appropriate adjunctive therapy to significantly improve clinical signs and underlying symptoms in a number of dermatoses.

Available on our learning site, eCortex.ca. Must be logged in to CanadianHealthcareNetwork.ca to access.

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Supported by educational funding from La Roche Posay-L'Oréal Dermatological Beauty

Accredited Webinar | Recorded on September 16, 2024

Managing Targeted and Immunotherapy-Related Skin Toxicities

Accredited for 1.0 CEU by the Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy. CCCEP #1329-2024-3886-I-P.

Join oncodermatology experts, Drs. Maxwell Sauder and Shirin Abadi, in this accredited, on demand webinar to explore the impact and outcomes of cancer treatment-related skin toxicities and learn effective dermatological skincare management strategies based on the latest evidence. 

Webinar Presenters: Dr. Shirin Abadi, BSc (Pharm), ACPR, PharmD, DPLA, MBA, FCSHP, RPh, and Dr. Maxwell B. Sauder, MD, FRCPC, DABD

Learning Objectives

1. Discuss the impact of cancer treatment-related skin toxicities on patients' quality of life and treatment outcomes.
2. Recognize the types of skin toxicities associated with targeted and immunotherapy cancer treatments.
3. Discuss dermatological skincare management options to prevent and attenuate toxicities.

Available on our learning site, eCortex.ca. Must be logged in to CanadianHealthcareNetwork.ca to access.

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Supported by educational funding from La Roche Posay

Accredited Webinar | Recorded on September 10, 2024

Update on influenza vaccination in older adults, with strategies for implementation

Accredited for 1.0 CEUs by the Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy. CCCEP #1329-2024-3879-I-P.

Join pharmacist Ajit Johal in this on-demand accredited webinar as he discusses essential updates on strategies for flu season, including the latest NACI updates on strain composition, real-world evidence on preventing hospitalizations and vascular events in aging adults, and five practical tips for smooth flu shot implementation in your pharmacy.

Webinar Presenter: Ajit Johal, PharmD, RPh Director of Clinical Services, Immunize.io Clinical Instructor, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, UBC

Learning Objectives

1. Recall updates to NACI recommendations for influenza vaccination and expected changes to vaccine composition.
2. Describe the role of real-world evidence in evaluating the effectiveness of influenza vaccination in specific populations.
3. Explain the association between influenza infection and cardiovascular events, loss of functional independence, and frailty in older adults.
4. Describe implementation strategies to support older adult patients in the pharmacy during the busy influenza season.

Available on our learning site, eCortex.ca. Must be logged in to CanadianHealthcareNetwork.ca to access.

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Supported by educational funding from CSL Seqirus. 

Unaccredited On-Demand Webinar | Recorded on August 26, 2024

Know your Vaccines: Navigating the 2024-2025 Influenza Season 

Join Drs. Mark Loeb and George Zhanel for an insightful webinar on influenza vaccination for older adults. Discover the impact of influenza and understand how seasonal influenza strategies can reduce the burden of care.

Webinar Presenters: Dr. Mark Loeb, MD, MSc, FRSC, FRCPC, and Dr. George G. Zhanel, PharmD, PhD, FCAHS 

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the burden of influenza and its consequences on the older adult population (65+ years).
2. Discuss recommendations for seasonal influenza under the NACI statement for the 2024-2025 season.
3. Describe different influenza vaccine recommendations based on evidence-based recommendations.
4. Discuss best practices for influenza vaccination delivery based on age group and health outcomes using clinical/case studies.

This program is an unaccredited learning activity and is available on our learning site, eCortex.ca. Must be logged in to CanadianHealthcareNetwork.ca to access.

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Supported by educational funding from Sanofi.

Accredited On-Demand Webinar | Recorded on June 24, 2024

Unblemished Record: Acne management in pharmacy practice

Accredited for 1.10 CEUs by the Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy. CCCEP #1329-2024-3831-I-P.

Acne management requires a multifaceted approach to diagnosis and treatment. Join pharmacist Dr. Nardine Nakhla and dermatologist Dr. Marissa Joseph for an accredited webinar where they will review clinical diagnostic pearls, acne management guidelines, the importance of adjuvant skin care, and highlight pharmacists' scope of practice to support acne management.

Webinar Presenters: Dr. Nardine Nakhla, PharmD, RPh, and Dr. Marissa Joseph, MD, FRCPC (Pediatrics), FRCPC (Dermatology) 

Learning Objectives

1. Discuss the pathophysiology, clinical features, and management guidelines of acne across all skin tones.
2. Highlight the role of appropriate skincare in the management of acne across all skin tones.
3. Review the pharmacist’s role in the assessment and management of acne.

Available on our learning site, eCortex.ca. Must be logged in to CanadianHealthcareNetwork.ca to access.

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Supported by educational funding from CeraVe-L'Oréal Dermatological Beauty.

Unaccredited On-Demand Webinar | Recorded on March 27, 2024

Sniffle, Scratch, and Itch Solutions: Managing Allergy Presentations in Pharmacy Practice 

Allergies, allergic rhinitis, and urticaria are some of the most common conditions seen in pharmacy practice. With the evolving scope of practice to include an increasing number of minor ailments, pharmacist consultations for these conditions will occur more frequently in pharmacy practice. This highly practical webinar will review some common presentations for these conditions and what pharmacists can do to optimally manage these conditions. After this session, pharmacists should have the tools and the knowledge to better assess and care for these patients seen regularly in pharmacy practice.

Webinar Presenter: Mike Bolvin, RPh, CDE, CTH, CommPharm Consulting 

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the symptoms and assessment of allergic rhinitis in pharmacy practice. 
2. Differentiate between the treatment options for people with allergic rhinitis. 
3. Discuss the identification and management of acute urticaria. 
4. Contrast the assessment and management in children compared to adults. 
5. Explain the relationship between common comorbidities and allergic rhinitis.

This program is an unaccredited learning activity and is available on our learning site, eCortex.ca. Must be logged in to CanadianHealthcareNetwork.ca to access.

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Supported by educational funding from Kenvue

Unaccredited On-Demand Webinar | Recorded on February 15, 2024

The threat of RSV in older adults

RSV is well-recognized as a predictable seasonal infection in infants, yet older adults including those with underlying comorbidities are at greater risk of severe outcomes from the virus. Greater awareness around the burden of RSV in older adults is needed to increase understanding and to address the unmet needs of this population.

Learning Objec

1. Describe the burden of RSV disease in the adult population and risk as related to age and underlying medical conditions Identify risk factors for severe complications of RSV and why older adults face a higher risk.
2. Understand new clinical evidence supporting RSV vaccination and current vaccine technologies to address age-related decline in immunity.
3. Apply best practices and tools for identifying adults at risk of serious outcomes from RSV in your practice.
4. Acquire strategies for implementing RSV vaccination into practice to optimize adult immunization.

This program is an unaccredited learning activity and is available on our learning site, eCortex.ca. Must be logged in to CanadianHealthcareNetwork.ca to access.

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Supported by educational funding from GSK

Accredited On-Demand Webinar | Recorded on September 12, 2023

Maximizing influenza and other vaccines for older adults

Accredited for 1 CEU by the Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy. CCCEP # 1329-2023-3680-L-P.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the changing epidemiology of influenza, disease burden in older adults, and vaccine cross-protection.
2. Discuss the evidence of real-world effectiveness and global influenza guidelines.
3. Explain the importance of the influenza vaccine in the context of other vaccines for older adults.
4. Discuss the safety, efficacy, and practical considerations of co-administering vaccines.

Available on our learning site, eCortex.ca. Must be logged in to CanadianHealthcareNetwork.ca to access.

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Supported by educational funding from CSL Seqirus