37th Annual

REGENERATIVE ORTHOPAEDIC MEDICINE CONFERENCE

October 26-28, 2023

Inn at Laurel Point, Victoria, B.C.

Explore new and innovative treatment modalities to manage chronic headaches and upper extremity joint pain.

Our 37th Annual Regenerative Medicine Conference will occur at the beautiful Inn at Laurel Point in the heart of the City Centre and nestled in the harbor, from Friday, October 27th to Saturday, October 28th, 2023.

This event will bring together experienced, evidence-led presenters who will share their expertise during their keynote, plenary, or over one of our breakout sessions.

We are hoping you can join us and welcome you to share this event with all of your colleagues.

We encourage you to register for our PRECONFERENCE workshops on Thursday, October 26th.

The Division of Continuing Professional Development, University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine (UBC CPD) is fully accredited by the Continuing Medical Education Accreditation Committee (CACME) to provide CPD credits for physicians. This activity 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, and approved by UBC CPD. You may claim a maximum of 20.5 hours (credits are automatically calculated).

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 UBC CPD for up to 20.5 Mainpro+® credits. Each physician should claim only those credits accrued through participation in the activity. CFPC Session ID: 200845-001

(Maximum credits:  PRP Preconference Workshop 7 hours, Friday Conference 7 hours, Saturday Conference 6.5 hours)

What does my registration to the CAOM Conference include?

Your registration includes all of the conference meals and activities on Friday and Saturday, including our celebratory dinner on Saturday evening. Please feel free to purchase a ticket for your guest to attend the dinner as well. A cash bar will be available.

Conference registrations must be purchased in advance and will not be accepted onsite.

We are offing varying ticket types for members, non-members, medical learners/residents, and one-day tickets.

If you are not a CAOM Member, now is your chance to become one and take advantage of all the benefits it offers.  Join here!

Accommodation

Please contact Inn at Laurel Point Reservations Desk directly at 1.800.663.7667 or 250.386.8721, or emailing reservations@laurelpoint.com.

Inn at Laurel Point

680 Montreal Street

Victoria, BC V8V 1Z8

Pre Conference Workshops

Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy

0700-1700h Workshop. Meals are included.

Join Dr. Jannice Bowler and presenters as they review the evidence for platelet-rich plasma (PRP), original research, practical demonstrations, and more.

Click here for the agenda

Sport Medicine Ultrasound Canada – Stream 1 and 2

0900-1700h.  Meals are included.

Dr. Frank Johnson and his team from SMUC have partnered with CAOM to bring you ULTRA-HIGH YIELD ultrasound scanning training for injections.

Over the course of this 1-day scanning workshop, you will learn to scan, scan and scan some more!

Click to Register 

Durolane Injection Workshop

Bioventus Sponsored:  1900-2030h (Free)

Conference Brochure

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Conference Speakers

Dr. Rob Burnham

Intraosseous Orthobiologics to Treat Knee Osteoarthritis

Dr. Paul Etheridge

Indications for Radio Frequency Ablation/Rhizotomies

Dr. Adrian Gretton

Scapulothoracic Dynamics and Injuries

Dr. Frank Johnson

Want to be an expert at shoulder ultrasound?

Dr. Francois Louw

Psilocybin for Chronic Pain and Mental Health Indications

Dr. Grant Pagdin

Updates on Stem Cell Research

Dr. Sheena Sikora

Arthroscopic and Surgical Options for Hand and Wrist Conditions

Dr. Sian Spacey

Update in Migraine Treatment

Dr. Anita Sanan

Ketamine Assisted Therapy

Dr. Brian Shamess

Methylation Defects and Treatments for Busy Dummy MSK Doctors

Dr. Ashley Smith

The Best Clinical Tests for Low Back Disorders

Dr. Heather Underwood

Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder and Hypermobile Ehlers Danlos: An Approach to the
Hypermobile Patient

Breakout Sessions

Session One

Intentional Neuroplasticity: An Introduction to Pain Reprocessing Therapy

Dr. David Bowler

Intro to Prolotherapy

Dr. Adrian Gretton, Dr. David Mann

Intra-meniscal platelet-rich plasma injection

Mr. Eric Lavoie

Trigger Point Injections for Shoulder Pain

Dr. Ravi Dhanoa, Dr. Sarah Pankratz, Dr. Sid Bhattacharyya

Session Two

Intro to Prolotherapy

Dr. Adrian Gretton, Dr. Marc Lourens, Dr. Zuzana Triska

Ultrasound Guided Nerve Hydrodissection

Dr. Jannice Bowler, Dr. Francois Louw, Dr. Xiao Yuan

Manual Diagnostic and Treatment Techniques in Lumbosacral, Hip, and Lower Leg Pain Syndromes

Dr. Pam Squire, Dr. Brian Shamess

Session Three

A Layered Approach to the Patient with Chronic MSK Pain

Panel Discussions

Case One – Chronic Knee Area Pain

Dr. Pam Squire, Dr. Erik Ouellette, Dr. David Bowler

Case Two – Chronic Hip Area Pain

Dr. Lynn MacKean, Dr. Ravi Dhanoa, Dr. Francois Louw

Conference Exhibitors

The Canadian Association of Orthopaedic Medicine has received an educational grant or in-kind support from the following exhibitors:

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions or need more help?

What does my registration to the CAOM Conference include?

Your registration includes all of the conference meals and activities on Friday and Saturday, including our celebratory dinner on Saturday evening. Please feel free to purchase a ticket for your guest to attend the dinner as well. A cash bar will be available.

You will be on your own to explore nearby restaurants and enjoy your time in Victoria on Friday evening.

Conference registrations must be purchased in advance and will not be accepted onsite.  We are offing varying ticket types for members, non members, medical learners/residents, and one day tickets. If you are not a CAOM Member, now is your chance to become one and take advantage of all the benefits it offers.

How do I book accommodation at the Inn at Laurel Point?

Please reserve your accommodation by Friday September 22nd to take advantage of our conference rates within our secured block of rooms at the hotel by calling Inn at Laurel Point Reservations Desk at 1.800.663.7667 or 250.386.8721 or emailing reservations@laurelpoint.com. Rooms are LIMITED so please do not delay!

You can book three days pre-post event by calling to arrange using the information above.

Please identify yourself as attending the CAOM Conference to qualify. Service fees and taxes will be added accordingly.

How long of a drive is it from the airport to the venue? What amenities are near?

The hotel is centrally located in the Victoria Harbor and approximately a 35 minute drive from the Victoria International Airport pending traffic. You can take a cab for approximately $60 or use Uber that has been newly launched and cost will depend on demand. Shops, restaurants and beautiful walkways are all at the hotel’s doorstep.

Where can I park my car? Is there a fee?

Self parking is $20 per night. The parking garage is a secure area within close proximity to the hotel.

Where do I check in for the conference?

On Friday morning, please proceed to open foyer near our conference space to check in at the registration desk. Here, you will receive your lanyard that must be worn at all times.

To be environmentally responsible, a QR code on the back of your ID badge will lead you to an online brochure and additional resources. Please print if you would like a hard copy.

I have a dietary restriction. Who do I tell?

You will be asked this question as part of the registration form. This information will be relayed to the venue. We would encourage you to also remind the service staff to ensure all your needs are met.

Will the conference presentations be available to me?

We will provide them to you from willing presenters via your QR code on the reverse of your ID badge.

What is the dress code for the conference? and for the Saturday evening dinner?

To maintain your comfort, please dress in layered clothing as we may encounter fluctuating temperatures in our large conference space. We do not mind at all if you need to change your position and stand or stretch throughout the day.

Our dinner on Saturday evening dinner is a wonderful opportunity to engage with your colleagues in a festive environment at the conclusion of a very productive weekend. We request all participants dress in semi-formal. No jeans or casual wear please.

Can my spouse or a guest attend the dinner with me?

Absolutely! There is an opportunity to purchase a ticket for your guest. A cash bar will be available.

When will I get my certificate of attendance?

Certificates of attendance will be provided once you have submitted your completed evaluation form to the Event Manager at the end of the conference day on Saturday afternoon.

There has been a change of plans…..is there a refund period?

Yes! Your registration amount minus the fee Eventbrite applied to each ticket will be refunded to you up to 30 days in advance. No refunds will be offered after Friday September 29 at 2359hEST.  Please allow 7-10 business days to process your refund.

Is my ticket transferable?

It is.  Please email the Event Manager to coordinate this and modify the ticket information to the new participant. 

Who can I contact if I have questions?

Please email your questions to conference@caom.ca