Association des Diététistes de soins Primaires
Blending the science of nutrition with the art of food.
Professionnels enfusion de la science de la nutrition et de l’art de l’alimentation.
The Primary Care Dietitians' Association (PCDA) supports and advocates for dietitians working in primary care across Canada. Our mission is to advocate for access, capacity and integration of primary care dietitians in support of providing medical nutrition therapy, disease prevention & health promotion.
PCDA's 2024 Annual Conference theme is:
Emerging Trends in Nutrition:
from Research to Clinical Practice
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Dietitians provide care for, and advocate on behalf of Canada's diverse population.
Dietitians are committed to continued education and development.
Dietitians are trusted experts who influence every area of food and nutrition.
Registration is OPEN!
We are excited to open our conference up to international guests this year and offer multiple registration options for our 2024 conference, including a discounted student rate, post-conference recording bundle and learning library.
The PCDA strives to remove financial barriers to our events. Registrants who are able to purchase conference tickets at full price contribute to helping others to access the event. Contributing what you can at or just above the mid-point helps the association cover costs. The PCDA values open access to continued learning and development and will cover costs for those who need extra support. Contributions at any level are appreciated and acceptable ways of participating in this opportunity to pursue continued education and development.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE!
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Benefits of sponsoring the PCDA's Annual Conference include:
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showcase support of primary care dietitians and the Canadians we provide care to
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network - create and maintain relationships with professional target audience
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increase brand visibility - placement amongst influential healthcare professionals
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create buzz - launch a new product, service or campaign
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confirm your company's commitment to healthy, balanced lifestyle
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Click the button, below, to explore our sponsorship packages.​
AGENDA
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ADDRESSING THE SDoH
through equity & social justice
in everyday practice.
Eric Ng, RD, MPH | KEYNOTE
Toronto Metropolitan University
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MACROCYTIC ANEMIA
Marg Alfieri, RD
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Update: PEER SIMPLIFIED LIPID GUIDELINES 2023
Testing, Targets and Tantalizing Tidbits:
The PEER Simplified Lipid Guidelines
Adrienne Lindblad, BSP, ACPR, PharmD
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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - Members Only
Laurie Michael, RD, MPH
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PCDA CLINICAL EXCELLENCE AWARDS
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DECOLONIZING DM NUTRITION EDUCATION
Mikahelia Wellington, RD, CDE, MPH
Durham Community Health Centre
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COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO PCOS
across diverse patient backgrounds.
Trisa Chan, RD, MHSc
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BEYOND FODMAPS
Practical Considerations for IBS management
when the Low FODMAP diet doesn’t work.
Marlee Hamilton, RD
**All conference registrants agree to the Primary Care Dietitians' Association's virtual conference terms and conditions. To review the full agreement, please click HERE.
THANK YOU TO OUR RETURING SPONSOR
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BRONZE SPONSOR
RETURNING SPONSOR
SUPPORTING SPONSOR
ACTIVITY SPONSOR
Conference registrants are eligible for:
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a 2-week free trial to the Stretch Health Plus Membership that includes unlimited free access to all zoom mobility classes, as well as a pre-recorded video library of instructional stretch videos/classes
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a discount of 25% off an initial visit for registrants in the London, Kitchener, and/or Toronto area who are interested in atending an in-person for a stretch treatment
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The PCDA extends it's thanks to our 2024 event organizers: Kim Crowther & Alicia Suave.
PRIMARY CARE DIETITIANS' ASSOCIATION
2024 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Emerging Trends in Nutrition: from Research to Clinical Practice
One-Day Virtual Event | June 6, 2024 | 9am-5pm EST
