8:55-9:00 AM EST
Welcome & Introduction
Dr. Sari Kives, WHS 2025 Course Director
Q&A Moderators: Dr. Sari Kives and Dr. Carmen McCaffrey
Note regarding interactivity: Every lecture will be followed by 10 minutes of Q&A.
9:00-9:30 AM EST
Fibroid Fighters - New Treatments
Alysha Nensi, MD MSc FRCSC - Assistant Professor, Unity Health - St. Michael’s Hospital
Erica Pascoal, MD, FRCSC - Clinical Fellow, Unity Health - St. Michael’s Hospital
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
• Assess the effectiveness and safety of emerging fibroid treatment options by comparing clinical outcomes and patient experiences to current standard practices.
• Integrate new fibroid treatment modalities into clinical practice, adapting strategies based on updated evidence to optimize patient care and outcomes.
9:30-10:00 AM EST
O-RADS Unveiled - Navigating the New Frontier in Adnexal Mass Assessment
Genevieve Bouchard-Fortier, MD CM, MSc, FRCSC - Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto
At the conclusion of this session, the participant will be able to:
• Examine the O-RADS guidelines for ovarian mass evaluation, distinguishing between various risk categories and their implications for patient management.
• Implement O-RADS guidelines in clinical practice to assess ovarian masses, using the framework to guide diagnostic decisions and treatment plans effectively.
10:00-10:15 AM EST
Break
10:15-10:45 AM EST
HPV 2.0: Navigating the New Screening Guidelines with Confidence
Eliane Shore, MD MSc FRCSC - Obstetrician and Minimally Invasive Surgeon, St. Michael's Hospital, Associate Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto
At the conclusion of this session, the participant will be able to:
• Evaluate the effectiveness of current HPV screening guidelines.
• Employ and implement updated HPV screening techniques in clinical practice to improve patient outcomes.
10:45-11:30 AM EST
The Mary Cassaday Keynote Lecture
Breaking the Digital Spell - Mastery and Focus in a Distracted World
Paul Mohapel, PhD - Dr. Mohapel holds a doctorate degree in neuroscience and a masters in leadership. He operates his own consulting firm and teaches at Royal Roads University
At the conclusion of this session, the participant will be able to:
• Evaluate their own digital habits and notice the impact it is having on their own well-being and productivity.
• Debunk the myth of multitasking and productivity.
• Outline the negative psychological and neurological consequences of digital distractions.
• Encourage the setting of healthy boundaries around our technological devices.
11:30-11:45 AM EST
Break
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM EST
PCOS Unplugged: The Latest in Diagnosis and Treatment
Shira Gold, MD, FRCSC - Lecturer at University of Toronto, Unity Health - St. Michael's Hospital
Olexandra Koshkina, MD, MSc, MMEd, FRCPC - Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto and Staff Physician, Women’s College Hospital
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
• Critically assess the latest diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches for PCOS to identify their efficacy and applicability in diverse patient populations.
• Integrate recent advancements in PCOS diagnosis and treatment into clinical practice, tailoring strategies to individual patient needs for optimized management.
12:15-12:45 PM EST
Frosty Futures - An Update on Egg Freezing and Fertility
Shirin Dason, MD, FRCSC (OBGYN/GREI) - Trio Fertility, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
• Examine the latest advancements in egg freezing techniques and their impact on fertility outcomes.
• Incorporate updated egg freezing practices into patient care strategies, utilizing new insights to guide fertility preservation decisions and optimize treatment plans.
12:45-13:15 PM EST
Vaccine Update: The Latest Advances in Battling RSV, Measles and Beyond
Tali Bogler, MD, CCFP, MScCH - Staff Physician, Dept. of Family & Community Medicine, St. Michael's Hospital, Chair, Family Medicine Obstetrics, St. Michael's Hospital, Assistant Professor, University of Toronto
Mark Yudin, MD, MSc, FRCSC - Professor, University of Toronto, Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Infectious Diseases, St. Michael’s Hospital
At the conclusion of this session, the participant will be able to:
• Evaluate the latest advancements in RSV and measles vaccines, understanding their efficacy, safety profiles, and implications for gynecological patient populations, including pregnant and preconception care.
• Integrate the updated vaccine recommendations for RSV and measles into clinical practice, ensuring that gynecological patients receive the most current and effective immunization advice and care.
13:15-13:30 PM EST
Closing Remarks and Evaluation
Dr. Sari Kives