Grand Rounds
The details
When: January 2026 - June 2026
Time: 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Location: IWK Cineplex Theater
Zoom:
https://dal-ca.zoom.us/j/81710675567?pwd=h9aNuTCQF6debAXbnMfC2SVn6jmhm8.1
Meeting ID: 817 1067 5567 Passcode: 443679
Recorded sessions are available:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxww25q94DQWbC6cnFfcoWSms7nIq-b7L
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| January 21, 2026 | Presenters: Dr. Chelsea Ash, Dr. Meghan Pike, Dr. Dan Keefe, Dr. Jesse Ory, Dr. Mike Ripley, Ashley Mowatt, NP, Mary Stuart, NP Title: Oncofertility at the IWK: Preserving Options and Hope Learning Objectives: 1. Describe impacts of cancer treatment on fertility. 2. Review fertility preservation options available locally. 3. Describe the evidence supporting fertility preservation. 4. Discuss fertility & sexual health after cancer treatment. |
| January 28, 2026 | Presenter: Dr. Dax Boucier Title: A Review of Common Pediatric Neuroinflammatory Disorders Learning Objectives: 1. Identify and distinguish common pediatric neuroinflammatory disorders (such as ADEM, NMDA receptor encephalitis, and MOG-associated disease), based on their key clinical and imaging features. 2. Understand the main immune mechanisms and diagnostic workup involved in these conditions. 3. Develop practical management plans for affected children, focusing on initial treatment options and long-term follow-up care. |
| February 4, 2026 | Presenter: Dr. Mohammed Albeshr Title: Rheumatic Heart Disease: Improving Global Outcomes Through Innovative Approaches Learning Objectives: 1) Describe the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying rheumatic heart disease. 2) Discuss the role of secondary prophylaxis in preventing recurrence and halting disease progression. 3) Review novel strategies and innovations aimed at expanding RHD screening and improving early detection globally. |
| February 11, 2026 | Presenters: Dr. Jillian MacCuspie and Erin Christian Title: Caring for Preschoolers with Autism in the Community Learning Objectives: 1. Describe the pathway to refer preschool aged children in Nova Scotia for an autism assessment. 2. Become familiar with resources and interventions offered by the Provincial Preschool Autism Service (PPAS) for preschool aged children with suspected and confirmed autism. 3. Review important elements of the first medical visit for preschool aged children following a diagnosis of Autism. |
| February 18, 2026 | Presenter: Dr. Megan Comeau Title: Urticaria: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How to Manage It Learning Objectives: • Define urticaria and angioedema • Differentiate acute from chronic urticaria • Identify common causes of urticaria • Apply an evidence-based approach to the management of urticaria |
| February 25, 2026 | Presenters: Erin Samchyk and Phoebe Johnston Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| March 4, 2026 | Presenter: Chanae Parsons, Professional Development Consultant, IWK Title: When Culture Meets Care: What We Know, What We Don’t, and Why It Matters Learning Objectives: 1) To explore what we actually know about cultural safety in healthcare. 2) To examine what remains unproven or understudied. 3) To understand why this matters for clinicians, teams, systems, and patients. |
| March 11, 2026 | Presenter: Dr. Hannah Stevens Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| March 18, 2026 | CANCELLED - MARCH BREAK |
| March 25, 2026 | Presenter: Dr. Sonja MacDonald Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| April 1, 2026 | Presenter: CCfV Speaker Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| April 8, 2026 | Presenter: Dr. Chris Pang Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| April 15, 2026 | Presenter: Rose Ricciardelli, Global Health Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| April 22, 2026 | Presenter: TBD Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| April 29, 2026 | Presenter: TBD Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
May 6, 2026 *VIRTUAL ONLY*
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Presenter: Sabrianne Penner Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| May 13, 2026 | Presenter: Dental Resident Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| May 20, 2026 | Presenter: TBD Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| May 27, 2026 | Presenter: Dr. Erin Brooks Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| June 3, 2026 | Presenter: Karen Noiles and Cathy Younker, School Health Partnership Program Title: School Health Partnership Program Learning Objectives: TBD |
| June 10, 2026 | Presenter: Best of CPS Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| June 17, 2026 | Presenter: Dr. Kaleigh MacIsaac Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |
| June 24, 2026 | Presenter: TBD Title: TBD Learning Objectives: TBD |