Thank you for attending our 18th Annual Conference
October 17th — Pre-Conference Workshops
October 18th-19th — Main Conference
Evidence-based presentations to enhance your clinical practice. Your participation during our event and always evolving dialogue continues to benefit clinical practices, supporters, and those who live with chronic pain in Alberta and beyond.
Accreditation: This Self-Learning program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Alberta Chapter for up to 19.25 Mainpro+ credits.
Interventional Diagnostic Workshop
Explore Interventional diagnostic interventions to manage pain during our first pre-conference workshop.
17:30
Registration and Lunch
1130h — Wildrose Prefunction and Ballroom
17:30
Welcome and Opening Remarks
1200h — Moderated by Dr. Ashley Smith
Wildrose Ballroom (A)
18:00
Interventional Pain Management and Practical Applications in a Primary Care Setting
1205h — Dr. Ameya Bopardikar
Wildrose Ballroom
18:05
Advanced Spinal Interventions
1250h — Dr. Olivier Clerk
Wildrose Ballroom
18:50
Rest Break
1335h — Take a break and nourish yourself!
19:35
Welcome and Opening Remarks
1600h — Moderated by Dr. Werner Becker
Wildrose Ballroom (A)
20:00
Vertebral Augmentation: State of the Art
1400h — Dr. Olivier Clerk
Wildrose Ballroom
20:00
Panel Discussion
1445h — All Presenters and Moderators
Wildrose Ballroom
20:45
Closing Remarks and Conclusion
21:15
Registration
1515h — Wildrose Prefunction and Ballroom
21:15
Headache and Migraine Workshop
Discuss the mechanisms underlying CGRP involvement in migraine and outline comprehensive treatment programs.
21:15
*Registration is required. These workshops are designed to complement other sessions that occur later in the conference program.
Agendas for our Pre-Conference Workshops
THURSDAY OCTOBER 17TH
Breakfast and Registration
0715h — Wildrose Pre-Function and Ballroom
13:15
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Welcome and Introductions
0800h — Moderated by Dr. Elisabeth Saxton
Wildrose Ballroom
14:00
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2024 Guideline for Cannabis and Chronic Pain
0815h — Dr. Jason Busse
Wildrose Ballroom
14:15
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What can we learn from integrative oncology successes in pain management?
0915h — Dr. Linda Carlson
Wildrose Ballroom
15:15
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Refreshment Break
1005h — Take a break and nourish yourself! This is a great time to network with our exhibitors and other attendees.
16:05
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Welcome back
1035h — 5 minute *non-accredited presentation
16:35
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Exercise and Cancer Pain
1040h — Dr. Margaret McNeely
Wildrose Ballroom
16:40
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Chronic Pain in Veterans: What we lose, what we gain, and what we need to give up.
1135h — Duncan Redburn
Wildrose Ballroom
17:35
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Lunch
1210h — Take a break and nourish yourself! This is a great time to network with our exhibitors and other attendees.
18:10
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Presentation Forthcoming
1230h — Join us for a *non-accredited presentation
18:30
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Lunch continued
1300h — This is a great time to network with our exhibitors and other attendees.
19:00
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Welcome Back
1315h — Moderated by Evan Ward
Wildrose Ballroom
19:15
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The Science of Headache Medicine
1320h — Dr. Michael Knash
Wildrose Ballroom
19:20
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Alberta Virtual Chronic Pain Program & Evidence-Based Models of Care – Alberta & Beyond
1415h — Dr. Magali Robert, Susan Sobey-Fawcett and Dr. Elena Lopatina
Wildrose Ballroom
20:15
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Refreshment Break
1510h — Take a break and nourish yourself! This is a great time to network with our exhibitors and other attendees.
21:10
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Welcome Back
1540h —
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Reconsidering Chronic Pain: New Research Validates New Approaches
1545h — Dr. Howard Schubiner
Wildrose Ballroom
21:45
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Presentation Forthcoming
1645h — Dr. Payman Hajiazim
Wildrose Ballroom
22:45
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1735h — Closing Remarks and Conclusion of Day One
23:35
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Free Evening for Guests
Free evening for all attendees. If you are dining at the hotel or going into town, please ensure you make reservations in advance.
23:35
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1745h — Join our Annual General Meeting (1h) in the Hawthorne Room All attendees are invited.
23:45
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0715h — Wildrose Prefunction and Ballroom
Breakfast
13:15
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0755h — Moderated by Dr. Ashley Smith
Wildrose Ballroom
Opening Remarks
13:55
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0800h — Dr. Maxi Miciak
Wildrose Ballroom
Therapeutic Relationships in the Real World
14:00
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0855h — Dr. Richard McIlmoyle
Wildrose Ballroom
Rising Tides: Collaborative Learning, Care Planning and Treatment Lifts Us All
14:55
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0945h — Take a break and nourish yourself! This is a great time to network with our exhibitors and other attendees.
Refreshment Break
15:45
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1015h — 5 minute *non-accredited presentation
Welcome Back
16:15
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1020h — Drs. Ivonne Hernandez, Reid Friesen, Elisabeth Saxton and Nadine Fennig
Wildrose Ballroom
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
16:20
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1115h — Dr. Elan Schneider
Wildrose Ballroom
Innovative Strategies for Sensory Neuroplasticity: Advancing Rehabilitation for Persistent Pain (Virtual)
17:15
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1205h — Take a break and nourish yourself! Network with our exhibitors and other attendees prior to submitting your passport.
15 minute *non-accredited presentation forthcoming.
Lunch
18:05
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1300h — Moderated by Janice Rae
Wildrose Ballroom
Welcome back
19:00
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1310h — Dr. Dwayne Van Eerd
Wildrose Ballroom
Work Disability and Return to Work
19:10
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1400h — Check our Schedule for your Breakout Room!
Transition to Breakout Sessions
20:00
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Our Full Conference Agenda
A WEEKEND FULL OF PAIN EDUCATION
Interventional Diagnostic Workshop
— Interventional Pain Management and Practical Applications in a Primary Care Setting
— Advanced Spinal Interventions
— Vertebral Augmentation: State of the Art
October 17th | 1130h - 1520h
*light lunch included
Headache and Migraine Workshop
— Sexually Dimorphic Mechanisms of Pain and Migraine
— Pharmacological Management of Episodic Migraine
— Pills, toxins, 'mAbs', and 'Pants': Pharmacologic treatment of Chronic Migraine
— Psychosocial Assessment and Treatment for Migraine
— Migraine Medications: Accessing Newer Migraine Therapies
October 17th | 1515h - 2025h
*light dinner included
2024 Guideline for Cannabis and Chronic Pain • What can we learn from integrative oncology successes in pain management? • Exercise and Cancer Pain • The Science of Headache Medicine • Chronic Pain in Veterans: What we lose, what we gain, and what we need to give up • Alberta Virtual Chronic Pain Program and Evidence Based Models of Care • Reconsidering Chronic Pain: New research validates new approaches • Therapeutic Relationships in the Real World • Rising Tides: Collaborative Learning, Care Planning and Treatment Lifts Us All •
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Temporomandibular Joint Disorders • Innovative Strategies for Sensory Neuroplasticity: Advancing Rehabilitation for Persistent Pain • Work Disability and Return to Work • A Clinical Approach to Assessment and Reversal of Primary Pain Syndromes • Convergence: How Modern Yoga Techniques Relieve Pain • TMJ Screening and Examination • Approaching Challenges to Nutrition in Chronic Pain • Encountering the void: a journey into understanding the pelvic floor • Image-guided Interventions for Gluteal Pain of Spinal Origin
Explore the many topics discussed at our event.
Seize the chance to expand your professional network and exchange insights with experts and peers.
Flights are booked to Calgary (YYC) Airport, which is a 1.5-hour drive from the hotel and event space. Our discounted travel period includes Monday, October 14, and extends to Wednesday, October 23, 2024.
WestJet
5% off Econo and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada.*
2% off Econo, 5% off EconoFlex, and 10% off Premium base fares for guests traveling Trans-border*.
* No discount will apply to Basic or Business class bookings.
Discount Code: 3C7I0TF
Visit West Jet Conventions to make a booking online.
Air Canada
Travel within North America applies a 5% discount on standard fares and 10% on flex fares & higher.
International Travel applies a 10% discount on standard fares & higher.
Discount Code: QNHGG8N1
Visit Air Canada to make a booking online.
Shuttle
Banff Airporter is Banff's original airport shuttle provider. Receive a 15% discount on their daily shuttle service between the Calgary Airport and Banff. Click Banff Airporter and then Book Now. Proceed through the reservation and type - PainSociety2024 - in the "Promo Code" section on the final payment page to receive the discount. This special rate is valid for travel dates between October 14-23, 2024 if reservation is made at least 1 week prior to the event start.
Discount Code: PainSociety2024
Directions
From Calgary Airport, Access AB-2 N from Airport Rd NE, Barlow Trail NE N and Country Hills Blvd NE. Follow Stoney Trail NW/AB-201 W and Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W to Mt Norquay Rd in Improvement District No. 9. Take the exit toward Banff from Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W. Continue on Mt Norquay Rd to your destination.
Daily Self-Parking $32 +gst.
Daily Valet Parking $45 +gst.
Electric Vehicle (Self/Valet) Parking $45 +gst
Oversized Vehicles Hotel parking is unable to accommodate oversized vehicles. Please visit here for a list of available parking in downtown Banff. Additionally, hotel shuttles are available for convenient transportation to and from your vehicle.
Enjoy the many amenities offered at the hotel.
A fitness center
Pool and spa area
Pet-friendly rooms
Diverse dining options
Discounted room rates ($279/nt) are available on an exclusive basis prior to September 17th. After this date, they still can be booked at the same rate based on availability. If you would like to extend your stay, please email team@painab.ca
Book your hotel through us to access special rates.
1400h — Check our Schedule for your Breakout Room!
Transition to Breakout Sessions
1415h — Dr. Magali Robert, Susan Sobey-Fawcett and Dr. Elena Lopatina
Wildrose Ballroom
Alberta Virtual Chronic Pain Program & Evidence-Based Models of Care – Alberta & Beyond
1510h — Take a break and nourish yourself! This is a great time to network with our exhibitors and other attendees.
Refreshment Break
1410h — Dr. Howard Schubiner
Moderated by Bonnie Klassen in the Hawthorne Room (A/B)
A Clinical Approach to Assessment and Reversal of Primary Pain Syndromes
1020h — Drs. Ivonne Hernandez, Reid Friesen, Elisabeth Saxton and Nadine Fennig
Wildrose Ballroom
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
1410h — Dr. Ivonne Hernandez and Dr. Reid Friesen
Moderated by Penny Barnes in the Hawthorne Room (C)
TMJ screening & TMJ Examination: An Interactive Workshop
What's Happening Next?
Carolyn Barber
Registered Dietitian
I love being able to reduce the suffering in people with lived experience. Additionally, I believe in the power of strong communities and Pain AB gathers passionate healthcare professionals in pain management.
Dr. Ameya Bopardikar
Pain physician and Anaesthesiologist
My 'why' is coming!
Dr. W. J. Becker
Neurologist and Professor Emeritus
I am involved with The Pain Society of Alberta so I can provide the patient experience. I have dealt with chronic pain for more than three (3) decades.
Dr. Jason Busse
McMaster Professor and Director of the National Pain Centre
I am involved with The Pain Society of Alberta as part of my evolution in helping improve the lives of those in pain. It is a privilege to be part of such a special group of kind, smart, hard working people.
Dr. Linda Carlson
Professor, Department of Oncology Cumming School of Medicine
I am involved with The Pain Society of Alberta as part of my evolution in helping improve the lives of those in pain. It is a privilege to be part of such a special group of kind, smart, hard working people.
Dr. Lara Cooke
Headache Specialist, Professor of Neurology, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary
I am involved with The Pain Society of Alberta as part of my evolution in helping improve the lives of those in pain. It is a privilege to be part of such a special group of kind, smart, hard working people.
Dr. Olivier Clerk
President of Beam Radiology and Practicing Neuroradiologist and Musculoskeletal Interventionalist
I am involved with The Pain Society of Alberta as part of my evolution in helping improve the lives of those in pain. It is a privilege to be part of such a special group of kind, smart, hard working people.
Nadine Fennig
Co-founder of Body Restoration
Right out of grad school I worked in an interdisciplinary pain program and saw first hand both the suffering and the success people living with pain can experience. Over my career I have heard how challenging the population is and seen how often they can be written off by professionals. This made me want to work with people living with pain more not less! I got into this work to see people function and thrive, often by helping them reconnect to their purpose. Helping people living with pain find their 'why' IS my 'why'.
Dr. Reid Friesen
Oral Medicine Specialist
As a nurse for over 30 years my passion is helping people. As the Pain Society of Alberta is pivotal in educating and supporting people living with pain, my involvement with PainAB allows me to fulfill my passion.
Qaim Giga
Lawyer and Healthcare Systems Advocate
As a chronic pain physician in Alberta, while I continue to advocate for my patients at the bedside, it is imperative that I continue to be a part of the education and management of pain for many others who continue to live with pain. The Pain Society of Alberta enables this outreach, and education amongst pain providers and peopl with lived experience.
Marlene Graham
Registered Dietitian
I am involved with the Pain Society of Alberta because chronic pain affects so many Canadians. Headache disorders, which are a special interest of mine, affect millions in Canada and are quite disabling for many. Migraine alone affects over 12% of the Canadian population.
Dr. Payman Hajiazim
Clinical Assistant Professor in Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine, University of Calgary
Working with The Pain Society of Alberta gives me opportunities to work with some of the most vulnerable in our society. Additionally it creates excellent educational opportunties to share with allied health proffessionals.
Dr. Ivonne A Hernández
Orofacial Pain Specialist and PainAB President
Working with The Pain Society of Alberta gives me opportunities to work with some of the most vulnerable in our society. Additionally it creates excellent educational opportunties to share with allied health proffessionals.
Dr. Michael Knash
Neurologist with a specialty in headache disorders
My 'why' is coming!
Dr. Elena Lopatina
Senior Scientist with the Alberta Virtual Pain Program and Alberta Pain Strategy
My 'why' is coming!
Jeff Mah
Owner of The Yoga Lounge
My 'why' is coming!
Dr. Elizabeth Matendechere
Registered Psychologist
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Dr. Richard McIlmoyle
Chiropractor specializing in pain management
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Margaret L. McNeely
Physical Therapy and Oncology Professor
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Dr. Maxi Miciak
Physiotherapist with musculoskeletal, chronic, and post-viral conditions
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Dr. Amir Pakdel
Radiologist
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Dr. Frank Porreca
Professor, Pain and Addiction Studies
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Safa Rahman
Registered Pelvic Health and Orthopedic Physiotherapist
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Rahim Rajan
Co-founder, Capsule Pharmacy
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Duncan Redburn
Advisory Council of Veterans
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Dr. Magali Robert
Medical Lead for the new Virtual Pain Program
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Dr. Elisabeth Saxton
Registered Psychologist
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Dr. Elan Schnieder
A physical therapist passionate about innovation in pain care
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Dr. Howard Schubiner
Internist and Pediatrician
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Susan Sobey-Fawcett
Program Lead, Alberta Virtual Pain Program
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
Dr. Dwayne Van Eerd
Scientist, Institute for Work & Health
I joined The Pain Society of Alberta team to be an advocate and be part of an interdisciplinary team that dedicates their work to provide excellent pain management and the tools to promote a functional and meaningful life for individuals experiencing persistent pain.
This wouldn't be possible without our passionate exhibitors.
We are enthusiastic collaborators who are dedicated to building a vast network of support and resources.
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Access to all presentations throughout the conference.
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All meals during conference hours.
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President's Gala Dinner and Dance Saturday evening (adult only, formal event, cash bar is available). Guest tickets can be purchased through our registration portal.
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Tickets must be purchased online and will not be available onsite.
We welcome all physicians, researchers and allied healthcare professionals to this event. Information related to the conference will be located on the Pain Society of Alberta website and will be updated on a regular basis. Please consider adding your name to our outgoing communications to remain informed. We keep emails to a minimum and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Please reserve your accommodation prior to September 17th to take advantage of our low rates conference rates exclusive of resort fee and tax. Rooms are available three days pre/post event based on availability. Parking is nearby and can be purchased onsite at $20 per vehicle, per day for self park.
You will be asked this question as part of the registration form and all responses will be relayed to the venue. Please identify yourself at the hotel to the venue staff as a second layer of communication.
This event will not be recorded and will be in-person event only. If this changes, updates will be circulated via email and posted on our website.
Certificates of attendance will be emailed to you within 10 business days after the event concludes.
Yes! Please email team@painab.ca if your plans have changed. The registration, minus the Eventbrite fee will be reimbursed up to 11:59pm MT on September 20, 2024. No refunds will be offered after this date. Please allow 7-10 business days to process refunds.
It is! Please email the Event Manager to coordinate and change the ticket information.
Although this will be a private event, we will be capturing photos. Please advise us at the registration desk if you do not wish to be in any of these.
During our event, we will have sponsored presentations/meals. If you choose not to partake, you may dine elsewhere at your own cost.
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