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Crucial Conversations on Timely Public Health Topics

April 17 @ 12:00 pm 1:00 pm

Healthcare professionals join us for the inaugural joint webinar with the Nurse Practitioner Association of Ontario (NPAO) and the Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA). Speakers, Dr. Daniel Warshafsky, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Ontario, and Jen Belcher, VP of Strategic Initiatives and Member Relations at OPA will deliver a dynamic discussion packed with insights and updates for healthcare professionals.

During this session, attendees will gain the latest information on current public health affairs. Dr. Warshafsky will cover the latest developments straight from the Ministry of Health, providing details on the ever-evolving landscape of COVID-19 and the emerging public health resurgence of measles outbreaks. As a prominent pharmacist, Jen Belcher will shed light on the shift in guidelines and eligibility criteria for COVID-19 prevention and therapeutics in Ontario. Furthermore, Jen will explore the clinical intricacies surrounding Paxlovid prescribing and the challenges faced in real-world practise.

This webinar is an exclusive opportunity to hear from healthcare leaders and stay updated on timely public health topics. Join us for this engaging conversation that promises to inform, inspire and empower your work. Register Now

More about your speakers:

Dr. Daniel Warshafsky

@Ontario Ministry of Health

Dr. Daniel Warshafsky is an Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health in the Ministry of Health for Ontario. He has led a variety of portfolios over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, including case and contact management, testing, sports and schools. Currently, he leads work on COVID-19 therapeutics and vaccination. He is an Assistant Professor at the Queen’s University Department of Family and Community Medicine and Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Toronto Dalla Lana School of Public Health.

Jen Belcher, BSc Phm, RPh Ontario Pharmacists Association

With over a decade of experience spanning community and hospital practice settings, Jen is dedicated to supporting and advancing the pharmacy profession. In her role as Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Member Relations at the Ontario Pharmacists Association, Jen spearheads innovative initiatives aimed at enhancing pharmacy services and empowering professionals to thrive in their careers. Drawing from her extensive background in clinical practice, pharmacy operations, and advocacy, she integrates her passion for outstanding patient care with hands-on expertise in implementing initiatives that positively impact patient outcomes.

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