MS Beyond Diagnosis: Building Bridges to Wellness Forum in Regina
Together, let’s build bridges to wellness.
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Virtual
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Conference Centre Regina or virtually on Zoom
Join us and our community partners – including the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation, University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine, and Saskatchewan Health Authority for the MS Beyond Diagnosis: Building Bridges to Wellness Forum. A one day gathering bringing together the Saskatchewan MS community including individuals with lived experience, their support networks, healthcare providers and caregivers. The goal of this event is to foster connection, learning, and sharing knowledge, while inspiring one another within the MS community.
Hosted at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Conference Centre in Regina, this daylong event runs from 9am-4pm SK, followed by a networking opportunity from 4pm-6pm. Attendees will hear from researchers, healthcare providers, and individuals with lived experience on topics including MS updates, brain health, aging, mindfulness, nutrition, and physical activity.
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Agenda |
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9:00AM |
Welcoming Remarks |
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9:15AM-10:40AM |
Dr. Izn Shahab – Update on Our Understanding of MS Dr. Katherine Knox – Bridges to Wellness Over Disease Course: Time and Place for Appropriate Treatments |
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10:40AM-11:00AM |
BREAK |
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11:00-12:30PM |
Lived Experience Panel, Moderated by Dr. Katherine Knox Dr. Chantel Mayo – Cognitive and Brain Health in MS |
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12:30-1:30PM |
LUNCH |
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1:30-2:30PM |
Health Care Panel, Moderated by Dr. Jacqueline Kraushaar Dr. Ilia Poliakov, MS Neurologist Dr. Katherine Knox, Physiatrist Dr. Chantel Mayo, Psychologist Chantal Kahovec, MS Nurse Practitioner Sarah Marshall, Physiotherapist Susanne Adamson, Occupational Therapist |
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2:30-2:50PM |
BREAK |
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2:50-3:50PM |
Dr. Allison Cammer – Eating to Support Living Well with MS |
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3:50-6:00PM |
Closing Remarks / Social Networking |
Attendance is free, but space is limited. Registration is required and closes on May 4th. Event details will be sent via email to registered attendees ahead of May 14 and will include the Zoom link and connection details for those opting to participate virtually. If you have any questions pertaining the event, please contact mona.bates@mscanada.ca
For individuals opting to attend in-person, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Conference Centre in Regina is offering a special event rate of $159 per night (plus taxes). To reserve, call 306-525-6767 extension #2 and use booking code 910, or book online here. Parking is available on-site
Please note that all travel and hotel costs are the responsibility of the participant.
