CBT Arizona will be held November 26-28, 2020 at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. Workshop hours are 8:00AM to 12:15PM, with a complimentary Fairmont Breakfast included at 7:30AM every morning. You’re free from 12:15PM onward on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday to enjoy the sunshine and warmth of Scottsdale, Arizona.

December 10, 2020 at 7:00 pm

TREAT, WATCH OR REFER: WHAT’S APPROPRIATE WHEN CONSIDERING SKIN CANCER?

Fee: $75 + GST

Dr. SHANE SILVER, Dermatologist
As part of our ASA Deeper Dive Series, Dr. Shane Silver will repeat his highly evaluated presentation on skin cancer for family physicians. Bring your questions and case studies for discussion in a small group session via live streaming webinar.

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CBT Canada is pleased to offer a CME cruise from December 12-19, 2020 aboard the pristine $1 billion Disney Fantasy. The Fantasy is the latest & greatest ship from an extraordinary cruise line. Travel+Leisure awarded Disney Cruise Line an incredible 97% rating for families. Royal Caribbean was a sad second at 82%.

The 10th Annual Disney World Conference will be held Monday, December 21 to Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at Disney World’s Yacht Club Resort. Workshop hours are 8:00AM to 12:15PM. You’re totally free every afternoon and evening to join your family in exploring the world’s #1 theme park—and to delight in the joy on your children’s faces.

December 10, 2020 at 7:00 pm

TREAT, WATCH OR REFER: WHAT’S APPROPRIATE WHEN CONSIDERING SKIN CANCER?

Fee: $75 + GST

Dr. SHANE SILVER, Dermatologist
As part of our ASA Deeper Dive Series, Dr. Shane Silver will repeat his highly evaluated presentation on skin cancer for family physicians. Bring your questions and case studies for discussion in a small group session via live streaming webinar.

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January 21, 2021 at 6:30 pm

PSYCHOTROPIC MEDICINES: HOW DO I SAFELY SWITCH OR ADD-ON WHEN EMPIRIC TREATMENT IS SUB-OPTIMAL?

DR. GRACE FRANKEL, Clinical Pharmacist, Southern Health Santé Sud

Fee: $75 + GST

Switching antidepressants can be quite confusing both for the practitioner and the patient. An understanding of pharmacology and pharmacokinetics of antidepressants can help with switching and can also aid in the addition of appropriate add-on therapy. The purpose of this session is to provide a strategic overview including relevant resources on how to switch antidepressant therapies safely. A discussion regarding recommended antidepressant augmentation strategies will also be included.

Learning Objectives:
1. Summarize important principles (i.e. half-life and mechanism of action) of antidepressants when considering a switch of therapy.
2. Describe scenarios when add-on therapy is appropriate for partial-responders to antidepressants.
3. Choose reliable clinical resources to aid in switching antidepressant therapies.

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January 28, 2021 at 7:00 pm

LOW TESTOSTERONE: WHEN, HOW, & WHAT TO DO??

DR. PREMAL PATEL, Assistant Professor, Urologic Surgery; Male Infertility, Microsurgery & Sexual Medicine, University of Manitoba

Fee: $75 + GST

Testosterone deficiency can present with a variety of symptoms and with several definitions of a deficiency, it can often be challenging to diagnose and treat. This topic aims to discuss when testosterone deficiency should be treated, how it should be treated with an overview of available testosterone formulations and what to do when a patient is on testosterone replacement therapy. Several case studies will be presented to provide a review of discussed topics.

Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the etiology of testosterone deficiency
2. When and how to treat testosterone deficiency
3. How to monitor patients on testosterone replacement therapy

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February 3, 2021 at 7:00 pm

HOW DO I MAKE SENSE OF ABNORMAL LIVER ENZYMES?

DR. DAVID PERETZ, Assistant Professor and Director, Liver Transplant Program, University of Manitoba

Fee: $75 + GST

Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the prevalence of liver diseases
2. Review interpretation of abnormal liver enzymes
3. Develop an approach to managing elevated liver enzyme

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February 10, 2020 at 7:00 pm

HOW DO I USE EVIDENCE AND COST TO PRESCRIBE EFFECTIVELY?
DR. DANIEL HUNT, Rural Family Physician

Fee: $75 + GST

This presentation makes an argument for choosing a specific agent within each class, mainly for cost reasons, as well as other reasons in the case of beta blockers. Also review the clear evidence that docusate is no better than placebo and should not be used.
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand that docusate is useless
2. Understand the differences amongst beta blockers
3. Know the relative costs of common drugs

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February 17, 2021 at 7:00 pm

WHAT IS THE BEST TREATMENT FOR ACNE ROSACEA?
DR. VICTORIA TARASKA, MD FRCP Dermatology, The Derm Centre

Fee: $75 + GST

Learning Objectives:
1. Identify and assess the key diagnostic features of rosacea, and differentiate them from other common dermatological conditions
2. Discuss management strategies based on patient characteristics and identify means to optimize therapy
3. Discuss practical tips and strategies to improve patient adherence and outcomes

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February 25, 2021 at 7:00 pm

HOW DO I MANAGE THE PRE-DIALYSIS PATIENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH NEPHROLOGY?
DR. NAVDEEP TANGRI, Associate Professor, Dept of Medicine and Community Health Sciences; Scientific Director, Chronic Disease Innovation Center, Seven Oaks Hospital – University of Manitoba

Fee: $75 + GST

We will review key aspects in the management of patients with high risk CKD in partnership with nephrology care. We will discuss the nephrology referral criteria, and current best practices for management of late stage CKD

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