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The GI Water Cooler Preliminary Program
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Park Hyatt Toronto, 4 Avenue Road, Toronto, Ontario
ONTAR IO ASSOCIATION OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
Annual General Meeting NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Ontario Association of Gastroenterology (OAG) will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2009 at the Park Hyatt Toronto, 4 Avenue Road, Toronto, Ontario, at 10:30 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
2008/2009 Reviewed Year-end Financial Statements
3.3.2
Appointment of Outside Reviewers/Auditors
3.4
Fee Schedule
3.5
Endoscopy Standards 3.5.1
Quality Assurance
4.0
Approval of Actions of the Board of Directors
5.0
Election of Directors 5.1
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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Welcome Message from the President Welcome to our 13th Annual Conference. For most of us, this is a return to a well-known forum, while for those new at this conference; you are in for a treat. The OAG annual meeting is like no other. We have an opportunity to catch up with friends and acquaintances, establish new links with trusted members of our community and, as always, to learn. The topic this year, THE GI WATER COOLER, is a highlight of the subjects that are on our mind, the stuff you want to know, so you can answer the classic question: What’s up doc? This year’s swine flu has merely reminded us of some of the infection issues we have to deal with on a daily basis, issues that affect us, our patients, and our equipment. Our local environment in the endo unit is also changing, with more people, forms and requirements to deal with. We used to look to the US with some envy, but perhaps we should re-evaluate. We will hear about changes to GI practice in the US and what may be around the corner for Ontario. There will be lots to hear and ask questions about on-call endoscopy and the evolving role of Cancer Care Ontario in our practices. And to top it all off, we have our annual debate … this year asks the question “what is the best GI anesthesia for now and the future?” Our companion program is always popular, and this year’s private tour of the new AGO should be in that tradition of success. Our Saturday Gala looks to be another hit: Formal and Motown. On Sunday, we will hear important information about OMA and CPSO issues, billing information and the issues we, as gastroenterologists, will face in the coming year. For me, this is a sweet end to my three years as your president. It is with both sadness and eager anticipation of continuing success that I pass the torch to Dr. David Baron, your next president. I am sure that he, working with our Board, staff and a growing and enthusiastic membership, will take OAG to new heights. See you at the Water Cooler! Jeffrey Axler, MD, FRCP(C) President, OAG
Message from the Conference Co-Chairs
Jamie Gregor
We have called this "The GI Water Cooler.” Of course, the term is purely figurative. As gastroenterologists, we aren’t routinely found congregating at such a location. Perhaps the theme should be ‘tales from the dictation room.’ That’s where we have some downtime between procedures as we wait for the room to be turned over. That’s when we run into colleagues and discuss interesting cases. That’s also when we discuss matters of the practical importance, not purely clinical. That is the essence of the theme for the topics this weekend. We hope this meeting will stimulate discussion amongst you and your colleagues. Talk these things over between now and the meeting, and come prepared to hear the opinion of experts in these fields.
Iain Murray
Jamie Gregor, MD, FRCP(C) Conference Co-Chair
Iain Murray, MD, FRCP(C) Conference Co-Chair
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General Information 2009 Annual Conference Organizing Committee
Board of Directors
Dr. Jamie Gregor, Co-Chair
Executive President Dr. Jeffrey Axler - Toronto
London
Dr. Iain Murray, Co-Chair Markham
Past President Dr. Ted Ptak - Toronto
Dr. Jeff Axler
Vice President Dr. David Baron - Toronto
Dr. David Baron
Treasurer Dr. Jamie Gregor - London
Dr. Fred Bray
Secretary Dr. Elio Pavone - Oshawa
Dr. Tim Devlin
Directors Dr. Johane Allard - Toronto Dr. Fred Bray - Ottawa Dr. Nanda Gopinath - Toronto Dr. Michael Gould - Toronto Dr. David Morgan - Hamilton Dr. Brian Murat - Huntsville Dr. Iain Murray - Toronto Dr. Ted Shapero - Toronto Dr. Kim Tilbe - Sudbury
Toronto Toronto Ottawa Scarborough
Dr. Nadeem Hussain London
Dr. Earle Morgan Windsor
Dr. Hemant Shah Toronto
Continuing Education Category four (4) Cred its will apply for this even t.
Operations Manager Melonie Hart
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Contact Us
Ontario Association of Gastroenterology 310-2175 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario M2J 1W8 Tel: (416) 494-7233 Toll Free: 1-866-560-7585 Fax: (416) 491-1670 E-mail: oag@taylorenterprises.com Website: www.gastro.on.ca
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Welcome to Toronto
Toronto, Ontario Immerse yourself in one of the world’s most multicultural cities! Situated 566 feet above sea level on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, Toronto is one of the southern most cities in Canada. In fact, it has nearly the same latitude as northern California. Home to more than 100 cultures, Toronto truly is the world within a city. With a population of 4.2 million, Toronto is Canada’s largest city and is the 5th-largest city in North America. It possesses the best features of the world in one clean, safe and friendly place. Consider this, Toronto is rivaled only by London and New York in the theatre scene. It boasts attractions from high art to lively family fun. It offers polished service for the business traveler and a shopping mecca with international flair. It offers some of the best dining in the world and features year-round festivals of film, music and culture with miles of waterfront, beaches, boardwalks and trails. Visit Toronto.com for more information on events, attractions, shopping and restaurants!
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Hotel Information
Park Hyatt Toronto 4 Avenue Road Toronto, Ontario M5R 2E8 Tel: +1 416 925 1234
Situated in the heart of Toronto’s fashionable Yorkville area, the Park Hyatt Toronto offers luxurious comfort and style. Its convenient location, at the intersection of Avenue Road and Bloor Street, is adjacent to the Royal Ontario Museum, Bata Shoe Museum and specialty boutiques and cafés. The hotel’s two restaurants, Annona and Morton’s Steakhouse, offer high quality cuisine with the expertise of top chefs. Dine on international dishes, quality steaks or seafood. In the evening, the sophisticated Roof Lounge offer a variety of drinks and cocktails; during the day, the rooftop patio is a great place to enjoy a view of the city. Services include an in-house fitness centre, workout equipment, treatment rooms, changing facilities, and the Stillwater Spa, a full-service spa offering specialty massages and treatments.
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President’s Welcome Reception
President’s Welcome
Reception Park Hyatt Toronto 4 Avenue Road, Toronto, Ontario Friday, October 23, 2009 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
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Doctors’ Program at a Glance Times and Dates Registration Includes: President’s Welcome Reception, Scientific Sessions, Breakfasts, Lunches, Nutrition Breaks, Cocktail Reception, Gala Dinner & Awards Presentation and Annual Business Meeting.
Friday, October 23, 2009 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Registration Open President's Welcome Reception
Saturday, October 24, 2009 7:00 am - 12:30 pm 7:00 am - 9:30 am 8:15 am - 8:30 am
Registration Open Breakfast Welcome & Opening Remarks
INFECTION CONTROL 8:30 am - 8:50 am The Infected Patient The Infected Physician 8:50 am - 9:10 am 9:10 am - 9:30 am The Infected Scope 9:30 am - 9:50 am Panel Discussion
Drs. Jeff Axler & Jamie Gregor
Speaker: Dr. Matthew Muller Speaker: Dr. David Wong Speaker: TBA Moderator: Dr. Hemant Shah
PRESENTATION OVERVIEW Have you ever wondered what precautions are necessary for your patients that are MRSA or VRE positive? How do the new College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) rules for reporting personal history of infectious disease impact you? Is it possible for an adequately processed scope to carry pathogens? These are some examples of the infection control issues that are prominent in Ontario’s endoscopy suites today. This session aims to educate the practitioner on what infectious risks procedures carry, and how best to manage infection control processes in their office and endoscopy suite. BOY IT'S GETTING CROWDED IN HERE: CHANGES IN THE ENDOSCOPY SUITE 9:50 am - 10:10 am The GI Doctor Report Card: Speaker: Dr. John I. Allen What's the value of your service? 10:10 am - 10:30 am On-Call Endoscopy Speaker: Dr. Jamie Gregor 10:30 am - 10:50 am The Evolving Role of Speaker: Dr. Terry Sullivan CCO in Colonoscopy in Ontario 10:50 am - 11:10 am Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. Earle Morgan 11:10 am - 11:30 am Nutrition Break PRESENTATION OVERVIEW The endoscopy suite has been evolving over the years. With each advance in imaging techniques, there are more and bigger equipment panels and more tools, so much so that the Endoscopist is no longer the main source of the “hot air” generated in the room. The amount of documentation has increased to the point that the physician and nursing staff are now spending a lot of time recording every aspect of the patient’s stay in the room. Sending a specimen to the lab is now a computerized process and it is time-consuming. The new Cancer Care Ontario (CCO) Colonoscopy data tracking form has added to the workload. On-call Endoscopists are competing for staff and resources and hospitals are pressuring physicians to “sit on” patient until “tomorrow or Monday, preferably.” The speakers in this section, will capsulate the changes and will put into perspective how we have responded or should be responding to these changes. Are these changes or advancements in endoscopy and are they improving patient care?
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Doctors’ Program at a Glance Times and Dates Saturday, October 24, 2009 Continued. . . ANAESTHESIA DEBATE: Anaesthesia will become integral in providing optimal endoscopic management in the 21st century. Speaker: Dr. Stephen Brown 11:30 am - 11:55 am Debate - Pro 11:55 am - 12:20 pm Debate - Con Speaker: Dr. Nilesh Chande 12:20 pm - 12:30 pm Rebuttals 12:30 pm - 12:50 pm Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. David Baron 12:50 pm - 1:00 pm Closing Remarks Dr. Iain Murray PRESENTATION OVERVIEW Is anaesthesia in an endoscopy room necessary? Is anaesthesia in an endoscopy room appropriate? Anaesthesia in the endoscopy room is a controversial subject that has evoked emotions on both sides of the debate. We have recruited two excellent speakers and experts in the field of anaesthesia in endoscopy. The discussion should evoke an interesting discussion among the conference participants. Will there be a consensus? RESIDENTS' ROUND TABLE LUNCHEON 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Residents' Round Table
Speakers: Drs. Fred Bray & Earle Morgan
Residents’ Round Table Luncheon Saturday, October 24, 2009 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm GETTING HOME FOR DINNER...... This will be a round-table discussion with Residents regarding the issues that will be affecting them both professionally and personally as they embark on their journey as Gastroenterologists. These issues affect not only the physician but his/her family; therefore, spouses/partners are encouraged to attend. Lunch will be served. Pre-registration is required for this event.
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Doctors’ Program at a Glance Times and Dates Saturday, October 24, 2009 Continued. . . SOCIAL PROGRAMS 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Lunch (in the hotel) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cocktail Reception 7:00 pm - 1:00 am Gala and Awards Presentation
Sunday, October 25, 2009 7:00 am - 11:00 am 7:00 am - 10:00 am 8:30 am - 8:35 am 8:35 am - 9:30 am
Registration Open Breakfast Opening Remarks Excerpts of the St. Michael's Endoscopy Course 9:30 am - 10:00 am Update on RVIC 10:00 am - 10:30 am Nutrition Break 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Annual General Meeting 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Closing Remarks
Dr. Iain Murray Speaker: Dr. Paul Kortan (Closed Meeting) (Closed Meeting) Dr. Jeff Axler
Calm your Senses S T I L L W AT E R S P A AT T H E P A R K H YAT T T O R O N T O
4 Avenue Road | Toronto, Ontario Tel: (416) 926 – 2389 | Toll Free: 1-800-631-6869 Website: Stillwaterspa.com Escape the urban world and enjoy the soothing sounds of waterfalls and streams at Park Hyatt Toronto’s Stillwater Spa. With 17 treatment rooms, an aqua therapy room, a couples’ massage room, a tea lounge, fitness center, steam room, sauna and whirlpool, your Toronto spa experience will calm your senses, refresh your balance and renew your vitality. Indulge in one or several choices from a wide selection of pampering services, including massages, facial/body treatments and salon services. Stillwater Spa uses innovative, trend setting products to achieve well-being and bestow tranquility in the heart of the city.
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Food Drive HELP FEED A HUNGRY CHILD!
Each conference delegate is challenged to bring at least one canned food item to the conference and beneficially impact a child’s life. We will never eradicate hunger but we can do our part to make the world a better place for our children. Don’t allow another child to go to bed hungry. Open your hearts and your wallets and make a donation.
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Companion Program at a Glance Times and Dates Registration Includes: President’s Welcome Reception, Breakfasts, Lunches, Lecture, Nutrition Breaks, Tour of the AGO, Cocktail Reception, Gala Dinner & Awards Presentation.
Friday, October 23, 2009 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Registration Open President's Welcome Reception
Saturday, October 24, 2009 7:00 am - 12:30 pm 8:00 am - 9:15 am
Registration Open Breakfast
THEME: OAG GOES TO THE AGO.... 9:15 am - 9:20 am Welcome & Opening Remarks Speaker: Ms. Helena Axler 9:20 am - 10:15 am Lecture: Shaping what we see: Speaker: Dr. Shelley Hornstein The conversations between Art and the Museums that house it 10:15 am - 10:20 am Closing Remarks Speaker: Ms. Helena Axler 10:20 am - 10:35 am Nutrition Break 10:35 am - 11:00 am Travel to the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) Tour 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Travel to the Park Hyatt Toronto SOCIAL PROGRAMS 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Lunch (in the hotel) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cocktail Reception 7:00 pm - 1:00 am Gala and Awards Presentation
Sunday, October 25, 2009 7:00 am - 11:00 am Registration Open 7:00 am - 10:00 am Breakfast 10:00 am - 10:30 am Nutrition Break
Hotel Baby Sitting Services Improv Care delivers exceptional child care services for infants, children and teenagers thought the Greater Toronto Area. They employ highly trained child care professionals who are bonded and insured. They have a great reputation working with hotels in Toronto and are highly recommended by the Park Hyatt Toronto. HERE ARE THEIR RATES: • $28.00 per hour for 1 to 2 children • $34.00 per hour for 3 to 4 children All rates are based on a 3-hour minimum. A $15 transportation charge does apply for services that run after midnight.
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Companion Program
Shaping What We See: The Conversations between Art and the Museums that House it. Our speaker, Dr. Shelley Hornstein, will be addressing the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) building itself as a container shaping the ideas we think about as we visit the exhibits and how we read works in different institutions differently. Why does the AGO transformation by Frank Gehry matter? How do paintings dialogue with each other and with us in different museum spaces? Why is visiting an exhibition in one museum an altogether different experience from visiting the same exhibition in another?
Dr. Shelley Hornstein is a graduate of the Université des Sciences Humaines, Strasbourg, France, Professor Hornstein has taught at York University since 1985. Her courses include Memory and Place, Paris as Modernist Dream, The Celluloid City, No Place like Home, and The Metropolis Revisited. Prior to York University, she taught at Concordia and Laval Universities. She is a member of York’s graduate programs in Art History, Culture and Communications, and Social and Political Thought. She has served as Associate Dean, Co-Director of the Centre for Feminist Research, and twice Chair of Department of Fine Arts, Atkinson College.
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Gala and Awards Presentation
What’s going on? The sounds of Motown are an intoxicating, excitable rush that get your fingers snapping, hips swaying and feet dancing. It does matter what you wear, but you must be there! Don’t miss the opportunity to grab a girl, any girl, and dance in the street. If you miss it, you’ll regret it! The Sounds of Motown and Midnite Starr are much better than just having your records playing!
Park Hyatt Toronto 4 Avenue Road, Toronto, Ontario Saturday, October 24, 2009 6:00 pm - 1:00 am
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Award Recipient
THE AXCAN AWARD
Join us as we honour our 2009 Axcan Award recipient, Dr. Ivan Beck Kingston, Ontario
This award is given in recognition of a fellow gastroenterologist who has made an outstanding contribution in gastroenterology research, education or clinical practice.
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Raffle
Raffle for the “Raffles” crowd
Purchase a raffle ticket during the OAG conference for an opportunity to win wonderful prizes! Investing in a child’s future is an easy task with many rewards. Not only are you helping to fight hunger in our own backyard but you will be helping to free children and their families from poverty. Your small investment in a child’s life has a powerful impact. Participate in our raffle for a chance to win a unique prize, which will be drawn at the Gala Motown Party. Draw being Proceeds from this raffle will be matched by the OAG and held at a donation will be made to the Daily Bread Food Bank. the Gala
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Gala Entertainment
The Sounds of Motown show features exciting hits of The Temptations, Smokey Robinson, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye and The Jackson Five. Powerful professional voices deliver the sensational sounds of
classic Motown live!
Midnite Starr is a nine-piece band that will keep you dancing to hits of the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s.
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OAG Members
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 $800? (Hotel reservation, breakfasts, lunch, dinners, coffee breaks and conference administration). The OAG office is required to give guarantees to the hotel/venue four (4) business days prior to the beginning of any conference. Therefore, by giving meal number guarantees, unless you notify our office that you are cancelling your registration, you are included in the hotel room count and meal numbers for the entire conference. It is the fiduciary responsibility of the Board of Directors to ensure that the OAG 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 date. The amount that will be charged to your credit card is the fee for one night's hotel accommodation and your meals – approximately $800.
If you need to cancel your registration, please refer to the conference registration form and contact the OAG office - you will receive a cancellation number as your validation.
Please help us help the OAG – we are a non-profit organization.
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Mark Your Calendars 2010 OAG Events
3rd Annual International Symposium on Liver & IBD Review January 22 - 24, 2010 Westin Trillium House - Blue Mountain Collingwood, Ontario
9th Annual Post DDW Course June 19, 2010 Intercontinental Toronto Centre Toronto, Ontario
14th Annual Conference October 15 – 17, 2010 Queen’s Landing Inn and Conference Resort Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
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