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Therapeutics Initiative: Bringing Best Evidence to Clinicians

October 14, 2023 @ 8:30 am 12:45 pm

Join the discussions about new research on bupropion, rational lab testing, using simple pharmacokinetics to optimize prescribing, medications for sleep, and tips for deprescribing. The keynote address will be given by Dr. Guylène Thériault on the value of screening in healthcare. The rest of the topics will be presented by new and veteran faculty members at the Therapeutics Initiative, including Advancing Health Scientist Dr. Rita McCracken.

Agenda Highlights:

  • Becoming An Evidence Detective (Critical Appraisal Pearls for Clinicians) | Dr. Jessica Otte, Dr. Aaron M. Tejani
  • Is Any Sleep Medication Ever a Good Idea? | Dr. Rita McCracken, Dr. Wade Thompson
  • Case Based Polypharmacy | Dr. Tom Perry
  • Using Simple Pharmacokinetics to Optimize Prescribing| Dr. Tom Perry
  • Bupropion: A Discussion of Its Efficacy and Safety | Dr. Cait O’Sullivan, Dr. Vincent Wong
  • Approach to Rational Laboratory Test Utilization | Dr. Anshula Ambasta

Details

Date:
October 14, 2023
Time:
8:30 am – 12:45 pm
Cost:
$25 – $164
Event Category:
Website:
ubccpd.ca/learn/learning-activities/course?eventtemplate=547-therapeutics-initiative-bringing-best-evidence-to-clinicians