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MCIBD 2024 Conference

Sat, Jun 8, 2024, 8 am to 4 pm ET

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Multidisciplinary Approach to Managing IBD and Immune Mediated Diseases (IMD) in Preconception and Pregnancy

The conference was held at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Toronto.

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MCIBD 2023 Fall Webinar

Thu Nov 30, 2023, 7 to 8 pm ET (via Zoom)

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Rheumatological and Dermatological Issues During Preconception and Pregnancy

This is the second session in the 2023 MC IBD series.

Dr. Neda Amiri (Rheumatologist) and Dr. Perla Lansang (Dermatologist) will discuss Rheumatological and Dermatological issues during preconception and pregnancy in a Zoom webinar, with an opportunity for attendees to ask questions after the presentations.

This webinar qualifies for College of Family Physicians of Canada – Mainpro+® (Group-Learning), 1.0 credit(s), and Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada – Section 1, 1.0 hour(s).

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MCIBD 2023 Conference

Sat, Jun 3, 2023, 8 am to 4 pm ET

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Optimizing Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes in IBD

The conference was held at the Hyatt Regency hotel in downtown Toronto.

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Accreditation for MCIBD 2023

Continuing Professional Development, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto has awarded the Multidisciplinary Care in IBD 2023 with the following credits:

  • College of Family Physicians of Canada Mainpro+ (1 credit/hour) Group Learning: 4.5 credits (3.5 credits for the in-person program; 1.0 credit for the webinar)
  • College of Family Physicians of Canada Mainpro+ (1 credit/hour) Self Learning: 1.5 credits (for the in-person program)
  • Royal College Maintenance of Certification Section 1: 4.5 hours (3.5 hours for the in-person program; 1.0 hour for the webinar)
  • Royal College Maintenance of Certification Section 3 Self-Assessment: 1.5 hours (for the in-person program)

MCIBD 2022

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all sessions of MCIBD 2022 were multidisciplinary webinars covering important topics held on May 11, Aug 17 and Nov 16, 2022.

Nov 16, 2022 – New IBD Therapies and Safety in Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Infant Health

Rheumatological Issues During Preconception & Pregnancy: Rheumatological Perspective by Dr. Dharini Mahendira (Rheumatologist)

Rheumatological Issues During Preconception & Pregnancy: Obstetrical Perspective by Dr. Howard Berger (OBGYN)

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Aug 17, 2022 – New IBD Therapies and Safety in Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Infant Health

New Biologics and Small Molecules for IBD: Can They Be Used in Pregnancy? by Dr. Vivian Huang (Gastroenterologist, IBD)

Infants Exposed to Monoclonal Antibody Biologics During Pregnancy and Lactation by Dr. Ann Pham-Huy (Pediatric Infectious Diseases)

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May 11, 2022 – Surgical Management, Ostomy Care and Obstetrical Considerations for IBD Patients

Surgical Management and Ostomy Care During Preconception & Pregnancy by Dr. Helen MacRae (Colorectal Surgeon)

Obstetrical Considerations for IBD Patients with Stomas and Other Surgeries by Dr. Jackie Thomas (Gynecologist and Obstetrician)

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Click here to see the list of sponsors for the 2022 program.

Accreditation for MCIBD 2022:

Continuing Professional Development awarded the Multidisciplinary Care in IBD 2022 Program with the following credits: 

College of Family Physicians of Canada – Mainpro+® (Group-Learning)
This one-credit-per-hour Group Learning program meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by Continuing Professional Development, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto for up to 5.0 Mainpro+® credits.
 
College of Family Physicians of Canada – Mainpro+® (Self-Learning)
This one-credit-per-hour Self-Learning program meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by Continuing Professional Development, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto for up to 2.0 Mainpro+® credits.
 
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada – Section 1
This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, approved by Continuing Professional Development, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. You may claim a maximum of 3.0 hours (credits are automatically calculated).
 
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada – Section 3 (Self-Assessment)
This activity is an Accredited Self-Assessment Program (Section 3) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and approved by Continuing Professional Development, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. You may claim a maximum of 2.0 hours (credits are automatically calculated).
 
Each participant should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent participating in the educational program.

MCIBD 2021

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, MCIBD 2021 was a series of multidisciplinary webinars covering important topics held on June 9, 2021, August 18, 2021, and November 17, 2021. A bonus webinar on medications was held on March 30, 2022 to wrap up the season.

March 30, 2022 – Approach to IBD Management During Pregnancy with a Focus on New Biologics and Safety

Optimizing Medical Therapy During Pregnancy in IBD: What’s in the Toolkit? by Dr. Geoffrey Nguyen (GI)

Pregnancy Drug Safety for Women with IBD by Dr. Shinya Ito (Clinician-Scientist)

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June 9, 2021 – Mental Health, IBD, and Pregnancy

Perinatal Mental Health: What is the Issue & What Can We Do About It? by Dr. Simone Vigod (Psychiatrist)

Risky Business? IBD, Mental Health & Risk Perception in Pregnancy by Dr. John Snelgrove (Maternal-Fetal Medicine Obstetrician)

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Aug 18, 2021 – Nutrition, IBD, and Pregnancy

Intersecting Nutrition, Pregnancy & IBD by Bonnie Huang, RD (Registered Dietitian)

A Table for Two? Considerations in IBD & Pregnancy by Dr. Hillary Steinhart (Gastroenterologist, IBD)

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Nov 17, 2021 – Reproductive Considerations in IBD, Surgery in IBD, and Fertility and Pregnancy

Fertility Considerations for Patients & Partners with IBD by Dr. Kimberly Liu (Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist)

Surgical Considerations During Pregnancy & Peripartum by Dr. Helen MacRae (Colorectal Surgeon)

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Click here to see the list of sponsors for the 2021 program.

MCIBD 2020

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the conference which was originally scheduled for March 28, 2020 in Toronto was rescheduled and held virtually on September 26, 2020.

Sep 26, 2020

A Patient’s Perspective by Montana Skurka (Patient Advocate)

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Medications during Pregnancy by Dr. Vivian Huang (Gastroenterologist, IBD)

Overview of IBD and Reproductive Health by Dr. Flavio Habal (Gastroenterologist, Division Head)

IBD and Fertility by Dr. Rhona Zwingerman (Obstretics and Gynaecology)

IBD and Obstretics, Pregnancy, Delivery by Dr. Cynthia Maxwell (Maternal Fetal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology)

IBD Surgery and Reproductive Health by Dr. Erin Kennedy (Colorectal Surgeon)

Nutrition in Pregnancy and IBD by Julie Cepo, RD (Registered Dietitian) and Dr. Vivian Huang (Gastroenterologist, IBD)

Your Multi-disciplinary Team by Sabine Finkenauer, MSW RSW (Registered Social Worker), Peter Habashi, RN (Registered Nurse), Brenda O’Connor, RN BScN, (Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator), Luxin Ye, RPh (Clinical Pharmacist)

Click here to see the list of sponsors for the 2020 program.

MCIBD 2019

There was no conference scheduled in 2019.

MCIBD 2018

The conference was held on September 29, 2018 at the Sheraton Centre in downtown Toronto.

Sep 29, 2018 – Managing IBD and Pregnancy Health

Guest Speaker: Dr. C. J. van der Woude (Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist) from the Erasmus Medical Centre in Rotterdam, Netherlands

Click here to see the list of sponsors for the 2018 program.

MCIBD 2017

The conference was held on June 10, 2017 at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta.

June 10, 2017 – IBD and Mental Health

Various guest speakers and medical researchers

MCIBD 2016

The inaugural conference was held on May 12, 2016 at the Royal Mayfair Golf Club in Edmonton, Alberta.

May 12, 2016 – Managing IBD during Pregnancy

Various guest speakers and medical researchers

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Per year. Click here to see the list of sponsors for the current program.