Nova Scotia Community Hospital Programs

 

Convenient Learning Opportunities                 

The Nova Scotia Community Hospital (CHP) programs provide professional development opportunities at hospitals near you, minimizing disruptions to your practice and personal commitments. Engaging with colleagues to discuss local cultures and challenges creates a unique learning experience.

In consultation with Dalhousie Continuing Professional Development & Medical Education (CPDME), local practitioners develop the content, set objectives, and deliver education in formats that best enhance your practice. With programs available in 14 Nova Scotia hospitals, there will be a program nearby that interests you.

We gratefully acknowledge the financial support from the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness for the Community Hospital Program.

Stay Informed

Below is a list of Community Hospital Programs scheduled for the upcoming Academic Year, starting in September. New programs will be added regularly across all 14 Nova Scotia hospital communities.

Program Format: CHP uses a blended learning model, offering both virtual and in-person sessions. All physicians are welcome to attend any accredited program—you are not restricted to attend only the programs in the hospital you have privileges in.

Receiving Credits

To earn Mainpro+ Credits, which can be claimed through the CFPC, you must complete the survey provided at each CHP session. The survey will remain open for one week after the session.

CPDME-accredited Activity Reports are available upon request. To request a record of your credits, please email cpd@dal.ca, specifying the period for which you need the information.

Mainpro+ Resources and Training Videos

To help you navigate the new Mainpro+ system, the College of Family Physicians of Canada offers a video series on the Mainpro+ Resources and Support page. The video series covers key topics to assist you in managing your continuing professional development:

  • How to Claim Your Credits
  • Navigating Your CPD Dashboard
  • How to Navigate Your CPD Activities List
  • How to Access Your CPD Reports and Certificates

Visit the Mainpro+ Resources and Support page to explore these videos and more.

To access the Microsoft Teams Webinar

Register or join on your computer or mobile app using the links in the table below

To attend the online presentation, you will need:

  • Computer with internet access (high-speed connection recommended)
  • Computer speakers or headset (required for audio)
  • Microsoft Teams app - Download Microsoft Teams

Upcoming Community Hospital Programs

Check back regularly as Community Hospital Programs are booked for the 24-25 academic year, starting in September.

Date/Time Topic Speaker
  2025  
Thurs
Feb 6
7-8 pm
ADHD
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Dr. Joseph Sadek
Wed
Feb 26
7-8 pm
Update on Weaning Benzodiazepines
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Dr. David Gardner
Thurs
Feb 27
7-8 pm
What is New in Chronic Pain Management (in-person in New Glasgow) Dr. Maureen Allen
Tues
Mar 4
12-1 pm
Psychosis in the ED
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Dr. Shiloh Gossen
Thurs
Mar 6
6-8 pm
Asthma and COPD Update (in-person in New Glasgow) Dr. Pierre Landry
Wed
Mar 19
7-8 pm
HIV PEP
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Dr. Gordon Dow
Wed
Mar 26
7-8 pm
Osteoporosis: 2023 Clinical Practice Guideline Update
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Carla Purcell, RN
Wed
Apr 2
7-8 pm
Non-pharmacologic Sleep Management (in-person in Liverpool) Leah Corkum and Marlee Boyle
Thurs
Apr 3
12-1 pm
Rheumatology Update – What’s New? (in-person in Antigonish) Dr. Trudy Taylor
Tues
Apr 8
7-8 pm
GERD
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Dr. Matthew Miles
Wed
Apr 9
7-8 pm
Pneumonia for the Hospitalist
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Dr. Paul Bonnar
Thurs
Apr 17
8-9 pm
Hypothyroidism
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Dr. Keillor Steeves 
Tues
Apr 29
7-8 pm
Dermatology for Family Practice
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Dr. Ashley Sutherland
Thurs
May 8
7-8 pm
PANDAS - Presentation and Treatment
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Dr. Alexa Bagnell
Tues
May 13
7-8 pm
Pulmonary Fibrosis Diagnosis and Management
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Dr. Sarah MacIsaac
Thurs
May 22
12-1 pm
Suicidality in Adolescence - Tools to Measure and Strategies to Mitigate the Risk (in-person in Antigonish) Matias Gay and Dr. Katie Radchuck 
Thurs
Jun 12
8-9 pm
Penicillin Allergy
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Dr. Mary McHenry 
Wed
Jun 18
7-8 pm
Colorectal Cancer Treatment
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Dr. Christopher Kenyon
 
 

Handouts from previous presentations

Recordings are posted for two months. Please contact cpd@dal.ca if you are seeking a recording link that is not listed.

Sept 12 An Approach to Urticaria and Angioedema with Dr. Mary McHenry Handout | Recording Link

Sept 18 Update in Multiple Myeloma with Dr. Alfredo De la Torre Handout | Recording Link

Sept 25 Fertility with Dr. Heather Cockwell | Recording Link

Oct 30 Delirium Recognition and Management with Dr. Maia von Maltzahn | Recording Link

Nov 7 Update on Lyme/Anaplasmosis with Dr. Elizabeth Simms | Recording Link

Dec 4 Red flags - When Breakthrough Bleeding Throws a Curveball with Dr. Heather Cockwell | Recording Link

Jan 16 Muscle Imbalance and Altered Gait with Dr. Kelly Aminian | Handout

Find out more

If you’d like more information on specific programs, or to discuss program opportunities, contact cpd@dal.ca 

Thank you to our physician-coordinators

Without our physician-coordinators, these programs would not be possible.

Thank you to:

Dr. Janneke Gradstein Amherst    
Dr. Karen MacDonald
Antigonish  
  Bridgewater  
Dr. Keith Singh Dartmouth  
  Halifax  
Dr. Rhea MacDonald Inverness  
Dr. Chris Bauer Kentville  
Dr. Norah Mogan
Liverpool  
Dr. Carol Dennison Middleton  
Dr. Mahsa Ghoreishi New Glasgow  
Dr. Alexander Wawer
North Sydney
 
Dr. Farokh Buhariwalla Sydney  
Dr. Andria MacAulay Truro  
Deanna Jacquard Yarmouth