<
 / Physicians

Foundations of mindfulness in medicine for health professionals and their partners

Start Date
End Date
Add to my calendar 2022-09-23 08:30:00 2022-09-26 12:30:00 Foundations of mindfulness in medicine for health professionals and their partners Join us in beautiful Tofino, BC for this biannual foundations workshop which explores the theory and practice of mindfulness and meditation for physicians and for their partners. We will explore the unique challenges of medicine and learn tools of stress management, self compassion, resilience  and self care to bring into our personal and professional lives. This four day workshop will take place at Long Beach Lodge Resort on the incomparable Cox Bay beach. Workshop half days will take place from 8 am to 12 pm in order to leave plenty of time to explore the area and to put into practice the skills we have learned in our workshop mornings! On site surf lessons and gear rentals; wildlife watching tours and hiking trails are just some of the recreation opportunities that await you! Speakers: TBD Learning objectives: To understand the definition of mindfulness and how its formal and informal practice can reduce suffering in ourselves, in our relationships, and in our patients. To understand the current clinical and neuroscientific evidence of mindfulness in relation to anxiety disorders, depression, chronic pain and other common clinical conditions. To explore the epidemic of stress and burnout, particularly in relation to the unique challenges and opportunities of being a physician. To learn and practice the application of mindfulness and resilience skills such as the body scan, SOBER breathing space, walking meditation and mindfulness meditation on the breath for use in personal and clinical practice. How to join: Registration required CME:  16 Mainpro plus group learning credits Disclaimer: The CME Event Calendar contains information originating from other sources. While every attempt is made to ensure that all information is accurately referenced, we do not guarantee the accuracy, quality or CME accreditation of posted events. Before registering for this event, please refer to the provincially harmonized CME Policy regarding reimbursement requirements for courses and conferences. 1441 Pacific Rim Highway Tofino V0R 2Z0 Canada Physician Education physician.education@northernhealth.ca America/Vancouver public
Add to Calendar: Start date 2022-09-23 08:30:00 2024-04-20 08:20:26 Title Description Location Physicians rajbir.singh@opin.ca America/Vancouver public
Add to Calendar: End Date 2024-04-20 08:20:26 2022-09-26 12:30:00 Foundations of mindfulness in medicine for health professionals and their partners Learn mindfulness skills for yourself and your patients, just steps from the stunning wild beaches of Vancouver Islandā€™s West Coast 1441 Pacific Rim Highway Tofino V0R 2Z0 Canada Physicians rajbir.singh@opin.ca America/Vancouver public

Join us in beautiful Tofino, BC for this biannual foundations workshop which explores the theory and practice of mindfulness and meditation for physicians and for their partners. We will explore the unique challenges of medicine and learn tools of stress management, self compassion, resilience  and self care to bring into our personal and professional lives.

This four day workshop will take place at Long Beach Lodge Resort on the incomparable Cox Bay beach. Workshop half days will take place from 8 am to 12 pm in order to leave plenty of time to explore the area and to put into practice the skills we have learned in our workshop mornings! On site surf lessons and gear rentals; wildlife watching tours and hiking trails are just some of the recreation opportunities that await you!

Speakers:

  • TBD

Learning objectives:

  • To understand the definition of mindfulness and how its formal and informal practice can reduce suffering in ourselves, in our relationships, and in our patients.
  • To understand the current clinical and neuroscientific evidence of mindfulness in relation to anxiety disorders, depression, chronic pain and other common clinical conditions.
  • To explore the epidemic of stress and burnout, particularly in relation to the unique challenges and opportunities of being a physician.
  • To learn and practice the application of mindfulness and resilience skills such as the body scan, SOBER breathing space, walking meditation and mindfulness meditation on the breath for use in personal and clinical practice.

How to join:

CME: 

16 Mainpro plus group learning credits

Disclaimer: The CME Event Calendar contains information originating from other sources. While every attempt is made to ensure that all information is accurately referenced, we do not guarantee the accuracy, quality or CME accreditation of posted events. Before registering for this event, please refer to the provincially harmonized CME Policy regarding reimbursement requirements for courses and conferences.

Address:

1441 Pacific Rim Highway
Tofino V0R 2Z0
Canada

Email event link Print event details

SHARE THIS PAGE