CANMEDS?CAN DO!A PRACTICAL APPLICATION OF THE FRAMEWORK FOR THE EVERYDAY GASTROENTEROLOGIST

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OCTOBER 26 - 28 , 2012

QUEEN'S LANDING INN AND CONFERENCE RESORTNIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, ONTARIO

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Ontario

Association of Gastroenterology will be held on Sunday, October 28, 2012

at the Queen’s Landing Inn and Conference Resort, 155 Byron Street,

Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario at 9:00 a.m. ET.

The following matters will come before the membership:

1.0 Call to Order

2.0 Approval of Minutes of Last Annual General Meeting

3.0 Reports of Officers and Directors

3.1 President’s Report

3.2 Vice President’s Report

3.3 Treasurer’s Report

3.3.1 2011/2012 Reviewed Year-End Financial Statements

3.3.2 Appointment of Outside Reviewers/Auditors

3.4 Fee Schedule

3.5 Endoscopy Standards

4.0 Approval of Actions of the Board of Directors

5.0 Election of Directors

6.1 Announcement of the Election of Section Delegates to OMA

Council

6.0 New Business

7.0 Adjournment

The meeting is open to ALL member gastroenterologists

and gastroenterology residents/fellows.

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Dear Colleague,

I take pleasure in inviting you to attend the 16th Annual Conferenceof the Ontario Association of Gastroenterology (OAG). This year theConference will again take place at the beautiful Queen’s Landing Innand Conference Resort in the nostalgic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake,an ideal setting in which to touch base with old friends and meet newcolleagues. This year’s theme is CanMEDS and its importance in the

practice of Gastroenterology. We will have discussions on being a communicator, a collaborator, and a manager in the practice of Gastroenterology. There will be fascinating lectures on scholarly and professional activities, as well as on being ahealth advocate. You will also have the opportunity to see how resident educationmerges with day-to-day GI practice.

This year we will again feature an excellent summary of the St. Michael’s Endoscopycourse. This is an opportunity to update your technical endoscopic skills.

The OAG takes pride in its members and the contributions they make to the practiceof Gastroenterology in Ontario. This year, we will be honouring Dr. Alvin Newman,of Mount Sinai Hospital, with the OAG Award.

Our Companions will enjoy the arts and culture synonymous with Niagara-on-the-Lake. They will take a look behind the scenes at the Shaw with a guided compre-hensive backstage tour of the Festival Theatre and learn about the many facets of livetheatre. They will also have at their disposal a choice of two spas (at the Pillar andPost Inn or the Prince of Wales Hotel) at which they can relax and rejuvenate. We willonce again have an opportunity to enjoy the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake duringour ever-popular Lunch About, with a choice of great restaurants in town.

Join us at this year’s OAG Gala and Awards Presentation as we envelop ourselvesin the glamour and sophistication of the Big Apple. Let’s hail a big old Yellow Caband take a virtual ride to New York City. There is no other way to enjoy the city’s cornucopia of cultures than through the dinner plate, so hitch a ride for the endlessopportunities to stamp your palate’s passport during our Gala. Plan to take that tourwith us and enjoy “the city that never sleeps”.

Thanks to all of our preeminent and platinum partners and sponsors for supportingthe OAG’s educational programs.

The Conference Committee has done an outstanding job and created an excellentprogram. I am looking forward to interacting with you at our Annual General Meetingand to seeing all of you at our educational and entertaining weekend in Niagara-on-the-Lake this October.

With kind regards,

David Baron, MD, FRCP(C)President

WELCOME

Message from the OAG President

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WELCOME

I look forward to welcoming you to the Ontario Association of Gastroenterology (OAG) 16th Annual Conference and hope you willenjoy your experience in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

I know all the academic people and residents fully understand theCanMEDs system. To us 'country doctors' we only see it as an

optional check mark when filling out our MOCOMP hours. What is it all about andhow does it apply to the practicing gastroenterologist?

Your Conference organizing committee has looked at all the aspects of the CanMEDSframework, and found dynamic speakers in each of the categories. The topics will berelevant and stimulating to the practicing gastroenterologist. No debate this year,just good old fashioned knowledge. There will be ample opportunity to discuss theseissues both during discussion periods and leisure time. Other highlights of the Conference will be the almost annual talk from St. Michael’s Hospital EndoscopyCourse, and the Annual General Meeting.

The Companion Program will feature a backstage tour of the world famous ShawFestival Theatre. The highlight event of the weekend will be the annual Gala - a greatopportunity to mingle with your friends and colleagues. This year we will be honouring Dr. Alvin Newman. We will also be congratulating Dr. David Baron forthree outstanding years as the OAG President.

We look forward to seeing you in October.

Iain Murray, MDCM, FRCP(C)2012 Conference Chair

Message from the Conference Chair

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Ontario Association of Gastroenterology310-2175 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario M2J 1W8

Tel: (416) 494-7233 Toll Free: 1-866-560-7585 Fax: (416) 491-1670E-mail: info@gastro.on.ca Website: www.gastro.on.ca

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Contact Us

Board of Directors

PresidentDr. David Baron - Toronto

Past PresidentDr. Jeffrey Axler - Toronto

Vice PresidentDr. James Gregor - London

TreasurerDr. Iain Murray - Markham

SecretaryDr. David Morgan - Hamilton

DirectorsDr. Frederick Bray - OttawaDr. Michael Gould - TorontoDr. Brian Murat - HuntsvilleDr. Bill O'Hara - Thunder BayDr. Elio Pavone - OshawaDr. Imran Rasul - MississaugaDr. Hemant Shah - TorontoDr. Theodore Shapero - ScarboroughDr. Kim Tilbe - SudburyDr. Theadore W. Ptak - Toronto

Director of OperationsMelonie Hart

2012 Annual Conference Organizing Committee

Continuing Education

Dr. Iain Murray, Chair Markham

Dr. Jeffrey Axler Toronto

Dr. David Baron Toronto

Dr. Ian Bookman Toronto

Dr. James Gregor London

Dr. Hemant Shah Toronto

Dr. Piero Tartaro Toronto

Dr. Marco Puglia Hamilton

Category two (2) Credits may apply for this event. Please see details on the OAG website.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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WELCOME TO NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE

Queen’s Landing Inn & Conference Resort is an ideal location for a romantic/leisure getaway or a successful business meeting.

Natural light pours in the floor-to-ceiling windows. The sweeping staircase invites an entrance worthy of Scarlett O’Hara. Marble floors and a stained-glass ceiling defineQueen's Landing as a mansion with style.

Here you will find spacious, elegantly furnished rooms and suites, more than half ofwhich feature a whirlpool bath, a fireplace, or both.

The concierge team, members of the exclusive Les Clefs d’Or Society, are highly skilledprofessionals who are passionate about providing exceptional personal service to theirguests. They are enthusiastically committed to meeting any request you might have.

Queen’s Landing Inn & Conference Resort155 Byron Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ONTel: 1-866-669-5566 Website: www.vintage-hotels.com

HOTEL INFORMATION

Niagara-on-the-Lake is often called the loveliest town in Ontario, and has a longand distinguished history. Site of the old Neutral Indian village of Onghiara, itwas settled at the close of the American Revolution by Loyalists coming toUpper Canada, many of whom had been members of the much feared Butler’sRangers, based during the Revolution at Fort Niagara, then under British control.

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Queen’s Landing Inn &Conference ResortNiagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

Friday, October 26, 20126:30 pm - 10:30 pm

President’s Welcome

Dinner

PRESIDENT’S WELCOME DINNER

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DOCTORS’ PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Registration Open

6:30 - 10:30 p.m. President’s Welcome Dinner

7:00 - 12:30 p.m. Registration Open

7:00 - 9:30 a.m. Breakfast

8:15 - 8:30 a.m. Welcome & Opening Remarks Speakers: Dr. David Baron Dr. Iain Murray

THE COMMUNICATOR – THE COLLABORATOR – THE MANAGER

8:30 - 8:55 a.m. What is CANMEDS and how Speaker: Dr. James Gregordoes it apply to training and the

community Gastroenterologists?

8:55 - 9:20 a.m. Self-Management: How to Speaker: Dr. Fred SaibilManage IBD Patients By E-mail

9:20 - 9:45 a.m. The Psychiatrist and the Speaker: Dr. Sanjeev SocklingamHepatitis C Patient

9:45 - 10:10 a.m. How To Manage A Medical Speaker: Dr. Pardeep NijhawanFacility

10:10 - 10:35 a.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. David Baron

Presentation Overview

As professionals, Gastroenterologists are committed to the health and well-being of individuals and society through ethical practice, profession-led regulation, and highpersonal standards of behaviour.

Key and Enabling Competencies: Gastroenterologists are able to… 1. Demonstrate acommitment to their patients, profession, and society through ethical practice 1.1. Exhibit appropriate professional behaviors in practice, including honesty, integrity, disclosure, commitment, compassion, respect and altruism.

10:35 - 11:00 a.m. Nutrition Break

Times and Dates

Registration Includes: President’s Welcome Dinner, Scientific Sessions, Breakfasts, LunchAbout, Nutrition Breaks, Cocktail Reception, Gala & Awards Presentation and AnnualGeneral Meeting.

Friday, October 26, 2012

Saturday, October 27, 2012

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DOCTORS’ PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

THE HEALTH ADVOCATE – THE SCHOLAR – THE PROFESSIONAL

11:00 - 11:40 a.m. Health Advocacy and Speaker: Dr. Connie SwitzerCeliac Disease

11:40 - 12:05 p.m. Genomics 101 Speaker: Dr. Mark Silverberg12:05 - 12:30 p.m. Ethics of Liver Transplantation Speaker: Dr. Mark Levstik12:30 - 12:55 p.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. Piero Tartaro 12:55 - 1:00 p.m. Closing Remarks Speaker: Dr. Iain Murray

Presentation Overview

As practitioners who routinely manage patients with a variety of chronic gastrointestinalillnesses, we play an important Health Advocacy role at both the individual patient andcommunity level. This role will be exemplified using celiac disease as a model. We willalso explore the Scholar role through the lens of basic science research in medicine, focusing on the evolving importance of genomics in GI practice. Lastly, we explore our role as Professionals by considering the complex ethical issues pertaining to livertransplantation.

SOCIAL PROGRAMS

1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Lunch About

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception

7:00 - 1:00 a.m. Gala and Awards Presentation

7:00 - 11:00 a.m. Registration Open

7:00 - 10:00 a.m. Breakfast

ST. MICHAEL'S ENDOSCOPY COURSE – BILLING – ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Highlights of the St. Michael's Speaker: Dr. Paul Kortan Endoscopy Course

9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Annual General Meeting (AGM)

(Closed Meeting - Members only)

10:30 -11:00 a.m. Nutrition Break

11:00 - 11:55 p.m. Billing Strategies Speaker: Dr. David Baron(Closed Meeting - Members only)

11:55 - 12:00 p.m. Closing Remarks Speaker: Dr. David Baron

Times and Dates

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Both the 100 Fountain in the Pillar and PostInn and the Secret Garden Spas in the Prince ofWales Hotel offer a wide range of therapies andprograms with a focus on a holistic approach tohealth, skincare and overall well-being. Spatreatments feature aromatherapy massage, re-flexology, facials, body wraps and hydrotherapyusing the Vichy shower system, along with a va-riety of other spa delights. 100 Fountain Spa fea-tures vinotherapy treatments while tea-infusedtreatments are the specialtea of Secret Gar-den Spa. Be pampered - make your reservation in advance:

Tel: 1-888-669-5566

Website: www.vintage-hotels.com

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COMPANION PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Times and Dates

6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Registration Open

6:30 - 10:30 p.m. President’s Welcome Dinner

7:00 - 12:30 p.m. Registration Open

7:00 - 10:30 a.m. Breakfast

A LOOK BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE SHAW

10:30 - 12:00 p.m. Backstage Tour of the Shaw Festival Theatre

(Buses depart from Queen's Landing Inn and Conference Resort.)

SOCIAL PROGRAMS

1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Lunch About

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception

7:00 - 1:00 a.m. Gala and Awards Presentation

Friday, October 26, 2012

Saturday, October 27, 2012

Sur render to the Seren i t y o f Two Exqu is i te Spas

Visiting Angels Inc. is a dedicated team of friendly,prompt, efficient, versatile and cooperative health careprofessionals who are committed to helping you carefor your little ones.

They are affordable and reliable with fully trained, bondedand insured staff with police clearance and come highlyrecommended by Queen's Landing Inn and ConferenceResort.

Fee: $20.00 per hour / per child (maximum three (3) children per sitter).

Co-ordinate your services through the Concierge at Queen's Landing Inn and Conference Resort Tel: 1-888-669-5566/905-468-2195 or contact Visiting Angels directly:Visiting Angels Inc. Tel: 905-685-4242 / Tel: 416-532-2242 • Website: www.visitingangels.ca

Hotel Baby Sitting Services

7:00 - 11:00 a.m. Registration Open

7:00 - 10:00 a.m. Breakfast

10:30 -11:00 a.m. Nutrition Break

• Wine Tours and Tasting

• Bike Tours

• Shaw Festival Theatre

Refer to our websitewww.gastro.on.ca for alink to the Niagara-on-the-lake Visitors's Guidefor more information onevents in the city.

Things To Do Around Town

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Times and Dates

COMPANION PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Sunday, October 28, 2012

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COMPANION PROGRAM

We enjoy live theatre and go all the time. Has your curiosity been piqued as to whatgoes on backstage? Well, let us satisfy that curiosity and take a look behind the scenesat the Shaw with a guided comprehensive Backstage Tour of the Festival Theatre inNiagara-on-the-Lake. Learn more about the operations of a repertory company andthe many facets of live Niagara theatre. This tour will take you behind and under thestage, to the dressing rooms and rehearsal halls as well as to the wardrobe and wigdepartments. Join us for this tour and learn about the magic of live theatre.

A LOOK BEHINDTHE SCENES AT

THE SHAW

A LOOK BEHINDTHE SCENES AT

THE SHAWDATE: Saturday, October 27, 2012 • TIME: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

To avoid disappointment, you must call ahead to make reservations!

Present your OAG voucher and enjoy lunch at your leisure at any of the following restaurants:

Tiara Restaurant or Bacchus LoungeQueen’s Landing Inn and Conference Resort155 Byron StreetNiagara-on-the-Lake, ONTel: 1-888-669-5566

Carriages Restaurant or Cannery RestaurantPillar and Post Inn49 John StreetNiagara-on-the-Lake, ONTel: 1-888-669-5566

Escabèche RestaurantPrince of Wales Hotel6 Picton StreetNiagara-on-the-Lake, ONTel: 1-888-669-5566

The Shaw Café & Wine Bar92 Queen StreetNiagara-on-the-Lake, ONTel: (905) 468-4772

Zees Grill92 Picton Street Niagara on the Lake, ON Tel: (905) 468-5715

Epicurean Restaurant84 Queen Street Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON Tel: (905) 468-3408

Room ServiceQueen’s Landing Inn and Conference ResortPrince of Wales HotelPillar and Post Inn

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LUNCH ABOUT

Hail that big Yellow Cab and take a virtual ride with us to New York City (NYC)! Join us at thisyear’s OAG Gala and Awards Presentation as we envelop ourselves in the glamour andsophistication of the Big Apple. It has a buzz unlike anywhere else in the world and is the mostlinguistically and culturally diverse city there is. Take a virtual tour with us as we explore the city thatnever sleeps: Lady Liberty, Rockefeller Center, Central Park, MOMA and - how could we forget -Broadway. There’s no better way to access the city’s cornucopia of cultures than through the dinnerplate, so hitch a ride for the endless opportunities to stamp your palate’s passport during our AnnualGala and Awards Presentation. Savour that glass of wine or sip that cosmopolitan as we honourthis year’s Distinguished Service Award Recipient, Dr. Alvin Newman. Set your expectations as highas the skyscrapers and you’ll quickly uncover a myriad of brilliant moments of sensory overload farbeyond the twinkling lights of NYC’s poster child, Times Square. See you in the city that never sleeps!

GALA AND AWARDS PRESENTATION

Room: Grand Georgian Ballroom

Queen's Landing Inn and Conference Resort

155 Byron StreetNiagara-on-the-Lake, ON

Saturday, October 27, 20126:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

Black Tie Optional

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AWARD RECIPIENT

Dr. Newman was born and educated in the United States of America. He did his GI training at the Johns Hopkins Hospitaland then spent two years as a researcher at the MRC Gastroenterology Unit at the Central Middlesex Hospital in London,England. He has been at Mount Sinai Hospital since 1973.

In addition to his practice of gastroenterology, Dr. Newman has been a speaker at hundreds of continuing medicaleducation events all over Canada and has spoken to lay audiences on IBD and other topics. For many years he organizedand chaired an annual update on digestive diseases for members of the gastroenterological community. He served forthree years as the treasurer of the Canadian Association of Gastroenterology. At the University of Toronto where he is aProfessor of Medicine, he redesigned the undergraduate medical curriculum and was the director of the first two yearsof medical education. He is a member of the CAG, AGA, ASGE, and BSG. He has written 34 scientific articles.

THE OAGAWARD

Join us as we honour our 2012 award recipient, Dr. Alvin Newman at the OAG Gala and Awards Presentation.

This award is given in recognition of a fellow gastroenterologist who has made anoutstanding contribution in gastroenterology

research, education or clinical practice.

George St. Kitts BandThe George St. Kitts Band has rocked our annual Gala audience for several years

with their versatile mix of talents. This year, they are coming with us in that big

Yellow Cab and promise to bring you an evening with the sounds of New York

City’s finest crooners – Sammy Davis, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett and Barry

Manilow. And as we wind down the evening you

will find yourself in that Empire State of Mind

as we rock to the Boss, Jay-Z and Alicia

Keys. They plan to leave you breathless

and exhilarated. Let’s hear it for New York!

GALA ENTERTAINMENT

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Raffle for the “Raffles” crowd

Purchase a raffle ticket during the OAG Conference for anopportunity to win wonderful prizes!Investing in a child’s future is an easy task with many rewards. Not only are youhelping to fight hunger in our own backyard but you will be helping to freechildren and their families from poverty. Your small investment in a child’s life hasa powerful impact. Participate in our raffle for a chance to win a prize, to bedrawn at the Gala. Proceeds from this raffle will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank.

Draw will be held at

the Gala

RAFFLE

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Non-Cancellation Will Cost You...

Did you know that as an OAG member, if you register for the OAG Conference,

but do not attend, your non-attendance costs the OAG approximately $900?

(Hotel accommodation, breakfasts, lunch, dinners, nutrition breaks and

administration). The OAG office is required to give guarantees to the

hotel/venue at least four (4) business days prior to the beginning of any

Conference. Therefore, by giving meal number guarantees you are included in

the hotel room count and meal numbers for the entire Conference unless you

notify our office, within the time specified, that you are cancelling your regis-

tration. It is the fiduciary responsibility of the Board of Directors to ensure that

the OAG’s monies are spent wisely.

The OAG has implemented a policy for members – it is mandatory that you

provide a credit card number to register for the Conference. Your credit card

will not be charged unless you do not attend and neglect to notify the OAG

office by the cancellation deadline (as indicated on the registration form.) The

amount that will be charged to your credit card is the fee for one night's hotel

accommodation and your meals – approximately $900.

If you need to cancel your registration, please refer to the Conference reg-

istration form and contact the OAG office - you will receive a cancellation

number as your validation.

Please help us help the OAG – we are a

not-for-profit organization.

CANCELLATION AND NO-SHOW POLICY

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