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Calgary Liver Disease 2020

Description This year the course will explore the impact of COVID-19 on patients with chronic liver disease and how social isolation has led to an increasing burden of alcohol-related liver disease. It will provide space for dialogue between primary care and specialists (general internists, gastroenterologists and hepatologists) around both the outpatient care of common chronic […]

Meeting with Minister of Health, Hon.Tyler Shandro

NPAA has secured a meeting with the Minister of Health, Hon. Tyler Shandro. The meeting will take place on Monday, April 19th, 2021, and begin at 5 PM. This meeting will be entirely focused on NPs and the future of NPs in Alberta. NPAA wants to provide a voice for NPs and we are hoping […]

What Nurse Practitioners Need to Know About HCV

Presenters: Mia J. Biondi, PhD, NP-NPCNP, Clinician-Scientist, UHN, Toronto, ON Shannon Brown, NPNP, HCV, PROJECT ECHO, Calgary, AB Moderators: Mohamed El Hussein, NP, PhDEducation Director, NPAA Stephanie Northcott, NPNP, The Alex, Calgary, AB Learning Objectives: Discuss approaches to NP led model of care for HCV screening, diagnosis and treatmentShare clinical Data and best practices to […]

CASE – Control Asthma Symptoms Exacerbations

Program Overview The CASE program follows Daniel’s journey living with Asthma and the decisions made by healthcare providers over the years. This interactive program challenges clinicians to consider their own approaches to Asthma Management and the importance of patient education in preventing exacerbations. Facilitated by a specialist, CASE evaluates real-life scenarios that Nurse Practitioners face […]

What’s New in Womens’ Health? Update on Contraception Options and HPV Prevention

Objectives Review recent developments in LARC options for contraceptionShare experiences on how to initiate conversations with appropriate patients about LARC methodsDiscuss the latest clinical data and recommendations for HPV immunizationExamine methods to optimize counselling on HPV disease and its prevention by vaccination Speaker Dr. Denise Black Gynecologist – MD, FRCSC Assistant Professor, Obstetrics, Gynecology and […]

Reaching Full Functional Outcomes When Treating Depression with or without Anxiety or Anxious Distress

Download the event flyer Presented By Dr. Margie Oakander MD, FRCPC Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry Faculty of Medicine, University of Calgary Consulting Psychiatrist, Sunridge Mental Health Clinic working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team of mental health care providers Learning Objectives Review the burden of Major Depression Disorder with anxiety or with anxious distress.Emphasize […]

Helping Your Patients with Major Depressive Disorder A Journey to Wellbeing

Description Dr. Atul Khullar will present. This program is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the tools necessary to help set patients living with depression up for success. It discusses how to answer common patient questions once they start therapy, how to communicate effectively and how to empower patients towards better self-care. He will also […]

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The inclusion of third-party educational content on our website does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the NPAA. We do not offer any accredited educational sessions ourselves, nor do we validate or guarantee the quality, accuracy, or relevance of the content provided by these third parties.

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We have not reviewed or vetted the qualifications of any speakers, the educational materials, or the sources used in the third-party educational opportunities listed. The responsibility for evaluating the content and its applicability in your practice rests solely with you as a Nurse Practitioner.

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The NPAA cannot guarantee that the organizations or individuals providing these educational opportunities are free from conflicts of interest. We are not responsible for any financial relationships or incentives that may influence the content, including but not limited to kickbacks, commissions, or promotional considerations related to information or pharmaceutical or medical products or services mentioned during these sessions.

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As a Nurse Practitioner, it is your responsibility to critically assess the information presented in any educational activity and to ensure its accuracy and applicability to your practice. It is your responsibility as a Nurse Practitioner to ensure that the information you are relying on is accurate and appropriate when providing patient care. Decisions regarding patient care should be based on your professional judgment, current clinical guidelines, and the specific needs of your patients.