Session Schedule
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
Continuing Professional Development
Accreditation Statements
College of Family Physicians of Canada Mainpro+® - Group Learning (One-credit-per-hour)
This one-credit-per-hour Group Learning program meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by Continuing Professional Development, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto for up to 4.0 Mainpro+® credits.
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - Section 1
This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by Continuing Professional Development, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. You may claim up to a maximum of 4.0 hours (credits are automatically calculated).
American Medical Association - AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
Through an agreement between the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert Royal College MOC credits to AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. For more information on the process to convert Royal College MOC credit to AMA credits please see: https://www.ama-assn.org/education/earn-credit-participation-international-activities
