Learn and connect with us next year at these five accredited conferences designed for health professionals. Join colleagues in person or online and get evidence-based updates on women’s health, perimenopause and menopause, emerging concerns in primary care and more.
“We’re excited about the Winter 2026 lineup, filled with key updates and brand-new programs for primary care practitioners,” says Lindsay Callan, Conference Director.
1. Women’s Health Update 2026
Jan. 24 (Sat)
Building on last year’s success, the Victoria Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology continues to highlight a wide range of women’s health topics tailored to evolving needs of health professionals across BC.
Session topics include:
- Obstetrical Hypertensive Disease: The Care Beyond
- Penthrox: The Role and Roll Out (for IUD Insertions)
- Clearing the Fog: The Role of Testosterone in Midlife Women’s Health and Wellness
- HPV Update: Screening, Prevention and Management
Register to join online or in person.
2. The Menopause Essentials
Feb. 6 (Fri)
This brand-new virtual conference is designed to equip Canadian primary care providers with strategies to better support patients through perimenopause and menopause. Learn how to confidently recognize and assess stages, symptoms and impacts of the midlife transition.
- Get updates on topics every health professional should know about:
- From Estrogen to Progestin: Understanding Hormones, Terminology and Treatment
- Navigating Menopause in Patients with Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome
- From Blood Sugar to Blood Pressure: Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health in Menopause
Read more about menopause awareness in our CPD Highlight and register for the conference.
3. UBC Care of the Elderly Intensive Review Course 2026
Feb. 11-13 (Wed-Fri)
This three-day course offers virtual and in-person options at UBC Robson Square. Practitioners are invited to choose a ‘light’ package or a ‘full’ bundle with two afternoon workshops.
Participants will learn to:
- implement interventions to improve quality of life for elderly patients
- apply comprehensive strategies for dementia care and cognitive health
- integrate multidisciplinary approaches for geriatric care
Earn up to 18.0 Mainpro+/MOC Section 1 credits.
Secure your spot with a discounted rate by Jan. 9.
4. 61st Annual Family Practice Review
Feb. 26-28 (Thu-Fri)
Virtually or in person at The Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel, this annual course returns with updates on family medicine practice in rural and urban settings.
Gain new insights on emerging concerns in primary care:
- Managing Pediatric and Adolescent Anxiety
- Atrial Fibrillation: When to Rhythm, When to Rate, When to Refer
- Diagnosis and Management of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Participants are eligible for up to 15.0 Mainpro+ credits.
Register by Jan. 19 for a reduced price.
5. Adult ADHD: a UBC CPD Learning Journey
March 7 (Sat)
This virtual conference takes place for the first time next year—addressing the urgent need for improved ADHD care in BC.
Learn to:
- differentiate uncomplicated ADHD from common psychiatric, medical, and substance-use comorbidities
- implement treatment plans through safe medication initiation and titration
- address common challenges with clinical pathway tools and community resources
Sign up for registration updates.
“We look forward to seeing everyone in 2026 for a new season of learning,” says Callan.
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