POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION

POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION
PGME-WIDE WORKSHOPS
Biostatistics without Tears and Headaches
This workshop covers the conceptual basis, use, and pitfalls of common biostatistical methods. It
addresses the concepts needed to read, understand, and critically interpret the biostatistical portions of
articles in the medical literature. The workshop includes hands-on exercises on the computer. Attendance
at a minimum of 3 sessions is required. Participants who attend all 4 sessions get a certificate.
► CanMEDS roles addressed: Scholar.
Conflict & Communication- Level 1
This program-specific, interactive workshop provides participants with the communication and negotiation
skills for preventing, handling, and resolving conflict in the workplace.
► CanMEDS roles addressed: Communicator, Collaborator, Manager, Health Advocate, Professional.
Conflict & Communication-Level 2
An advanced workshop for those who have taken Conflict & Communication-1.
► CanMEDS roles addressed: Communicator, Collaborator, Manager, Professional.
Disclosing Unanticipated Medical Outcomes
This workshop has been designed to assist clinicians and administrators in leading effective discussions
with patients and families about unanticipated outcomes and medical errors.
► CanMEDS roles addressed: Communicator, Manager.
Ethics Day
A one-day workshop on medical bioethics which is mandatory for new residents/fellows and senior
nursing students. This session includes both didactic presentations and small-group discussion of case
scenarios. Breakfast and lunch are provided.
► CanMEDS roles addressed: Communicator, Professional.
IMG Orientation
A three-day orientation for externally sponsored international trainees. Topics include an orientation to
the UofC and living in Calgary, an orientation to the Canadian Health Care System, an orientation to the
Health Sciences Library, doctor-patient communication skills, written communication skills, transcription
services, etc. Lunch is provided.
► CanMEDS roles addressed: Communicator, Collaborator, Professional.

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Medical-Legal Module 1 - The Legal Aspects of Medical Practice
An introductory module that is open to all residents but mandatory for all first-year residents. Module-1
includes informed consent, informed transition of care, capacity, confidentiality, disclosure, and other
important legal aspects of verbal and written communication with patients, families, and other healthcare
professionals.
Module 1 forms the basis for subsequent modules presented over a 2-year cycle.
- Module 2 - Doctors' Legal Responsibilities and Relationships
- Module 3 - Risk Management for Doctors
- Module 4 - The Doctor's role in Legal Proceedings
- Module 5 - Legal Aspects of Practice Management
► CanMEDS roles addressed: Communicator, Collaborator, Manager, Professional.
New Resident Orientation
An orientation day for new residents and fellows organized by Alberta Health Services.
Information packages are sent out in advance by the Medical Education Office.
Personal Financial Management
A seminar offered by MD Management on effective personal financial management and essential
insurance requirements.
► CanMEDS Roles addressed: Manager.
Professional Financial Management
A seminar offered by MD Management for senior residents and fellows. Significant others are also
welcome to register. Topics include financial planning, professional insurance, contract negotiation,
accounting and taxation issues. Breakfast and lunch are provided.
► CanMEDS roles addressed: Manager.
Structured Oral Exams
Structured Oral Exams are used to assess residents' clinical skills and CanMEDS competences. Candidates
pass through a series of test stations, where they are presented with various clinical scenarios. They are
asked a number of structured questions by a physician examiner and scored on their performance.
► CanMEDS roles addressed: Communicator, Collaborator, Manager, Health Advocate, Scholar,
Professional.
Teaching Skills
This workshop consists of three half-day sessions. Attendance is mandatory for all residents whose
programs do not offer a teaching skills session in their Academic Half Day schedule. Participants must
attend all three sessions. This workshop includes both didactic and interactive (small group) components.
Topics include bedside, small group, large group, and procedural teaching, mentorship, evaluation, etc.
► CanMEDS roles addressed: Communicator, Scholar.
Last updated in December 2009