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19TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND BUSINESS MEETING Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, Toronto, Ontario November 13-15, 2015
PRELIMINARY PROGRAM
Ontario Association of Gastroenterology
Annual General Meeting
Notice of Annual General Meeting NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Ontario Association of Gastroenterology will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2015 at the Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, 60 Yorkville Avenue, Toronto, Ontario at 10:00 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 - October 26, 2014 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 2014/2015 Audited Year-End Financial Statements 3.3.2 Appointment of Public Accountant 3.4 Fee Schedule 3.5 Out of Hospital Endoscopy 4.0 Approval of Actions of the Board of Directors 5.0 Election of Directors 5.1 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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Welcome Message
Message from the OAG President Dear Colleague,
Please take a moment to look through the Preliminary Program for our Annual General Meeting and Conference scheduled for November 13 - 15, 2015.
As physicians we often work with guidelines. These are prepared by experts in our field, many of whom will be present at the conference in November. In the ideal world the answer for every patient interaction experience would be housed within these guidelines, but that does not reflect reality. At this conference we will address some of the many instances we run into where guidelines do not always help us. This year we will be looking at recent advances in therapy of Helicobacter Pylori, Upper GI Bleeding, and Upper Intestinal Endoscopic Mucosal Resection. We will be discussing Pancreatic Cysts, Hepatoma and C. Difficile Infection. What OAG conference would be complete without Brian Feagan discussing IBD? This year the conference will be held at the new Four Seasons Hotel in Yorkville, Toronto. We trust you will find this venue appealing. The Companion Program we will feature a trip to Holt Renfrew for a fashion show and shopping extravaganza. Once again, the Gala on Saturday night promises to be sophisticated and entertaining. We will be celebrating the achievements of Dr. Earle Morgan from Windsor. On Sunday we will be treated to highlights from the St. Michael's Course. After that we will have an update from QBP, QMP, get information about the exciting SEE program, and then conduct our Annual General Meeting. You will then have Sunday afternoon to get some seasonal shopping done. The Conference Organizing Committee has worked hard to put this conference together for you. We look forward to seeing you in Toronto. Warm regards, ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
Iain Murray Iain Murray, MD CM, FRCPC President, OAG
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Welcome Message
Message from the Conference Chair Dear Colleague,
The Organizing Committee for the OAG Annual Conference is very excited to bring you the 19th Annual Conference. This year we have moved the venue to the beautiful new Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto. We have worked hard to put together an excellent scientific program for Saturday and Sunday. The theme of this year’s Conference is “Beyond the Guidelines in GI Practice.” The Committee has put together a fantastic list of clinically relevant topics to be presented by expert physicians in their fields. We have complied a list of Upper GI, hepatobiliary and Lower GI Disorders that often arise in practice but for which there are not always standard guidelines to help us in practice. I am sure you will find the speakers and topics most informative and educational. We have provided ample time for questions and discussions to engage our member audience. Our Sunday session will lead off with the ever so popular “Pearls from the St. Mike’s Therapeutic Endoscopy Course.” This will be followed by the OMA Section of Gastroenterology Annual General Meeting lead by our President, Dr. Iain Murray. We will then have updates on the QBP and QMP programs from the respective clinical leads. Lastly we shall have our AGM of members. We look forward to your valuable input to direct the OAG Board of Directors for the upcoming year. Meeting and interacting with friends and colleagues is also an important component of the conference. We have again planned an informal Welcome Dinner on Friday with a theme based on the “Pan American Games”. Our Saturday night Gala will be themed “A Evening in Paris”. On both evenings we look forward to sumptuous meals provided by the award winning Chef at the Four Seasons Hotel. We shall honour Dr. Earle Morgan with the annual OAG Distinguished Service Award and dance the night away to a great live band, making the Gala enjoyable for all. Our Association and our Conferences could not exist without the generous and unrestricted support from all our partners and sponsors. We thank our partners and sponsors and encourage you all to interact with them throughout the Conference. The Organizing Committee looks forward to seeing you at the Conference. Best regards,
Imran Rasul Imran Rasul, MD, FRCPC Conference Chair and Treasurer
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General Information
Board of Directors Executive
President Dr. Iain Murray, Markham
Past President Dr. James Gregor, London
Vice President Dr. David Morgan, Hamilton
Treasurer Dr. Imran Rasul, Mississauga
Secretary Dr. Hemant Shah, Toronto
Directors Dr. Jeffrey Axler, Toronto Dr. David Baron, North York Dr. Emily Ching, Burlington Dr. Michael Gould, Toronto Dr. Brian Murat, North Huntsville Dr. Sandra Nelles, Mississauga Dr. Elio Pavone, Oshawa Dr. Ted Ptak, Toronto Dr. Ted Shapero, Scarborough Dr. Piero Tartaro, Toronto
2015 Conference Committee Dr. Imran Rasul, Chair, Mississauga
Dr. Piero Tartaro, Toronto
Dr. Richmond Sy, Ottawa
Dr. David Morgan, Hamilton
Dr. Lawrence Hookey, Kingston
Dr. Callum Dargavel (GI Resident)
Dr. Daniel Green, Oshawa
Dr. Natasha Bollegala (IBD Fellow)
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Contact Us
Category two (2) Creditsmay apply for this event. Please see details on the OAG website.
Ontario Association of Gastroenterology
2800 14th Avenue, Suite 210, Markham, Ontario L3R 0E4 Tel: (416) 494-7233 • Toll Free: 1-866-560-7585 • Fax: (416) 491-1670 E-mail: info@gastro.on.ca Website: www.gastro.on.ca
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The City of Toronto
Welcome to Toronto
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
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto 60 Yorkville Avenue Toronto, ON M4W 0A4 Tel: (416) 964-0411
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto is in the heart of Toronto's exclusive Yorkville neighbourhood, the city’s most strollable district. The area's tree-lined streets and charming Victorian façades are alive with fashionable boutiques, galleries, cafés and restaurants – all just steps from Bloor Street and minutes from the downtown business district. The hotel offers spacious luxury hotel guest rooms. Relax and rejuvenate in our new state-of-the-art spa, or enjoy spectacular cuisine by international chef and restaurateur Daniel Boulud at Café Boulud and d|bar.
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President’s Welcome Dinner Join us for an evening of fun and frolic as we celebrate the top five countries of the 2015 Pan American Games. Plan to be mesmerized by the culture, the music, the food, the language and the fascinating traditions. You don't want to miss the sumptuous cuisine that will tempt you to unrestrained indulgence. It should be great fun!
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Friday, November 13, 2015 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Dress Code: Smart Casual
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Doctor’s Program at a Glance
Times and Dates Registration Includes: President’s Welcome Dinner, Scientific Sessions, Breakfasts, Lunch, Nutrition Breaks, Cocktail Reception, Gala & Awards Presentation and Annual General Meeting. Friday, November 13, 2015 6:00 - 10:00 pm
REGISTRATION OPEN
6:00 - 10:30 pm
PRESIDENT’S WELCOME DINNER Saturday, November 14, 2015
7:00 - 12:00 pm
REGISTRATION OPEN
7:00 - 9:30 am
BREAKFAST
8:15 - 8:30 am
Welcome & Opening Remarks Speakers: Drs. Iain Murray & Imran Rasul
8:30 - 8:50 am
H. Pylori Therapy Beyond HPAC - Treating Resistant Strains, Intestinal Metaplasia and in the setting of Family History of Gastric Cancer Speaker: Dr. Naoki Chiba
8:50 - 9:10 am
Endoscopic Management of Upper Intestinal Mucosal Lesions - What can be done and what should the community GI tackle? Speaker: Dr. Chris Teshima
9:10 - 9:30 am
Novel Therapies in Upper GI Bleed Management – What is available in prime time? Speaker: Dr. Alan Barkun
9:30 - 9:50 am
Diagnosis and Management of Pancreatic Cystic Lesions Speaker: Dr. Gary May
Residents’ Round Table Luncheon
Saturday, November 14, 2015 12:15 - 2:00 pm
Attend and pick the brain of young and seasoned gastroenterologists on how to navigate the job market and transition from training to clinical practice. [PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT]
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Doctor’s Program at a Glance
Saturday, November 14, 2015 Continued 9:50 - 10:10 am
Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. Lawrence Hookey
10:10 - 10:40 am NUTRITION BREAK 10:40 - 11:00 am Diagnosis and Management of Hepatoma Speaker: Dr. Sean Cleary 11:00 - 11:20 am Management of C. Difficile Infection Speaker: Dr. Chris Graham 11:20 - 11:40 am Options of Therapy with Biologics in IBD - Management of the High Risk Patient Speaker: Dr. Brian Feagan 11:40 - 12:00 pm Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. Natasha Bollegala 12:00 - 12:05 pm Closing Remarks Speaker: Dr. Imran Rasul
RESIDENTS’ ROUND TABLE 12:15 - 2:00 pm
Residents’ Round Table: How to Navigate the Job Market Speakers: Dr. Natasha Bollegala Dr. Daniel Green Dr. James Gregor Dr. Sapna Makhija
SOCIAL PROGRAMS
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12:00 - 2:00 pm
Lunch (In the hotel)
6:15 - 7:30 pm
Cocktail Reception
7:30 - 12:30 am
Gala and Awards Presentation (An Evening in Paris)
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Doctor’s Program at a Glance
Sunday, November 15, 2015 7:00 - 11:00 am
REGISTRATION OPEN
7:00 -10:00 am
BREAKFAST
8:30 - 9:30 am
Excerpts of the St. Michael’s Endoscopy Course Speaker: Dr. Gary May
9:30 - 10:00 am
OMA Section of GI AGM (Closed Meeting) Speaker: Dr. Iain Murray
10:00 - 10:30 am WORKING NUTRITION BREAK 10:00 - 11:00 am Annual General Meeting (Closed Meeting - Members Only) 11:00 - 11:20 am QBP Update (Closed Meeting - Members Only) Speaker: Dr. Nancy Baxter 11:20 - 11:40 am QMP Update (Closed Meeting - Members Only) Dr. David Morgan 11:40 - 11:55 am Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. Iain Murray 11:55 - 12:25 pm Skill Enhancement for Endoscopy Speaker: Dr. Alaa Rostom 12:25 - 12:30 pm Closing Remarks Speaker: Dr. Iain Murray
THINGS TO DO AROUND TOWN Toronto is a vibrant blend of Old World charm and New World culture, rich in museums, theatres and international cuisine. From the conference venue location, you'll enjoy a unique vantage point from which to explore the sights, sounds and experiences around downtown Toronto. Visit the Toronto Tourism website at www.seetorontonow.com for things to see and do during your stay.
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Companion’s Program
Friday, November 13, 2015 6:00 - 10:00 pm
REGISTRATION OPEN
6:00 - 10:30 pm
PRESIDENT’S WELCOME DINNER
7:00 - 12:30 pm 8:15 - 8:30 am
REGISTRATION OPEN BUS TRANSFER
8:40 - 8:45 am
Welcome & Opening Remarks Host: Dr. Carol Heck
8:40 - 9:20 am
Breakfast at Holt's Café
9:30 - 10:00 am
Fashion Show
Saturday, November 14, 2015
THEME: FASHION SHOW
10:00 - 10:05 am Draw & Closing Remarks Host: Dr. Carol Heck 10:15 - 10:30 am BUS TRANSFER (for those who wish to return to the hotel) 10:05 - 12:00 pm Personal Shopping & Spa Services at Holt Renfrew (At your leisure)
SOCIAL PROGRAMS 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Lunch (In the hotel)
6:15 - 7:30 pm
Cocktail Reception
7:30 - 12:30 am
Gala and Awards Presentation (An Evening in Paris)
Bask in blissful serenity in Toronto’s newest urban luxury spa...
Aesthetically simple and serene, the Spa, a sun-filled urban luxury retreat, is among the largest in Toronto. The Spa offers 17 spacious treatment rooms, two steam rooms, and a salon with hair, manicure and pedicure stations. Located on the ninth floor of the Four Seasons Hotel, the Spa adjoins a sunlit indoor relaxation pool, co-ed whirlpool and outdoor terrace overlooking Toronto. Spacious locker facilities feature steam rooms and personal grooming amenities as well as a 24-hour, fitness centre. Visit their website for details and how to make an appointment: www.fourseasons.com/toronto/spa/
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Companion’s Program
Join us for Breakfast at the Holt’s Café, followed by a Fashion Show at Holt Renfrew. Then time for personal shopping and taking in the spa services.
Saturday, November 14, 2015 8:15 - 10:30 am
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Gala & Awards Presentation
An Evening in
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Saturday, November 14, 2015 6:15 pm - 12:30 am Dress Code: Semi-Formal
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THE OAG AWARD Join us as we honour our 2015 award recipient, Dr. Earle P. Morgan, at the OAG Gala & Awards Presentation Dr. Earle Morgan was born in Port-of-Spain, Trinidad and Tobago and is the second youngest of eight siblings. He attended Morvant Anglican School and won a scholarship to attend Queen’s Royal College in Port-of-Spain. After completing his “A” Levels, he taught high school Geography, played Cricket and coached Field Hockey. He joined his brother in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in 1968. Dr. Morgan attended the University of Saskatchewan for his undergraduate degree and then studied medicine, graduating in the class of '78. Upon starting medical school, Dr. Morgan gave up his love for singing as he was unable to devote the time needed to practise. Dr. Morgan did his internship at St. Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon and went on to spend two years as an Emergency Room Physician and then five years in General Practice in Regina. Dr. Morgan returned to Saskatoon to do a Residency in Internal Medicine and then to Dalhousie University for Gastroenterology. While in Saskatchewan, he was very much involved in the multicultural sphere. He is a Past President of the Caribbean Association and also served on the Executive of the Multicultural Association of Saskatchewan. He participated in the formulation and presentation of the “White Paper on Immigration and Multiculturalism” to the Federal Government. He was successful in procuring a federal grant that helped introduce steel band music to Saskatchewan with the formation of a steel band in Regina in the 1980s. Dr. Morgan moved to Windsor in 1991 and set up a practice in Gastroenterology. He has served in various capacities in all four hospitals where he worked. He has served on the Board of the Windsor Regional Hospital (WRH), formerly the Metropolitan. He is a former Chief of Medicine at Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospital and Head of the GI Division, at Metropolitan and Hotel-Dieu Grace hospitals. He served as President of Medical Staff at WRH and President of the Academy of Medicine for Essex County. He also served on the Guidelines Advisory Group: Advanced Medical Strategies in IBD. Dr. Morgan moderated the 2004, CAG Symposium on “Celiac Disease and Eosinophilic Esophagitis” in Banff, Alberta. He served on the Panel leading to the publication of Guidelines on the Management of Adult Hospitalized Patients with moderately severe Ulcerative Colitis. Dr. Morgan is currently Head of the GI Division of Windsor Regional Hospital. Dr. Morgan and his wife, Mavis, moved to Amherstburg 11 years ago and although he lives on a golf course, his golf has shown no appreciable improvement. He and Mavis have four daughters, who live in various parts of the continent, and travelling to visit them has become a priority.
This award is given in recognition of a fellow gastroenterologist who has made an outstanding conribution in gasroenterology Award sponsored by Allergan
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Gala Entertainment
BABYSITTING SERVICES The Four Seasons Hotel has hand selected "Imagine That" Child Care Providers as their sole child care provider to meet the highest expectations of their guests who require child care services. The Child Care providers are all educated in the field and are bonded, insured and have CPR training. To make arrangements please review their terms and rates and complete the Child Care profile that is required prior to service. They require at least 24 hours’ notice. Fee start at $35 per hour (minimum 3 hours) and payment is accepted via Visa, American Express or Master Card. Visit their website for additional information and booking details: www.imaginethatcare.ca/
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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 prize, to be drawn at the Gala. Proceeds from this raffle will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank.
Raffle for the “Raffles” Crowd!
Draw will be held at the Gala.
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Cancellation and No-show Policy
Non-Cancellation Will Cost You... Did you know that as an OAG member, if you register for the OAG Conference, and 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 venue at least four (4) business days prior to the beginning of any Conference. Therefore, by giving guarantees you are included in the hotel room count and meal numbers for the entire Conference unless you notify our office that you are cancelling your registration within the specified deadline. 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 Conference delegates – it is mandatory that you provide a valid credit card number to register for the Conference and specific events. 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, administration and your meals – approximately $900. If you register for specific events e.g., the Gala and the Companion Program and do not attend, you will be charged a fee of $120 per event. If you need to cancel your hotel reservation, conference or event registration, please refer to the 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 not-for-profit organization.
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Mark Your Calendars
9TH ANNUAL
INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON LIVER & IBD REVIEW JANUARY 22 - 24, 2016 Westin Trillium House - Blue Mountain • Collingwood, ON
15TH ANNUAL
POST-DDW COURSE June 11, 2016 The Westin Prince Toronto Toronto Ontario
20th Anniversary
2016 CONFERENCE Celebrating Our 20th Anniversary!
November 11-13, 2016 The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto
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THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS AND CONFERENCE SPONSORS PREEMINENT PARTNERS (Sponsors of our 2015/2016 Post DDW Course, Annual Conference and Liver and IBD Symposium)
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