Stronger Together: Advancing Practice, Knowledge, and Community in Emergency Medicine
Location: University of Toronto Faculty Club — 41 Willcocks St, Toronto, ON M5S 3G3
This one-day Tri-Divisional Emergency Medicine Faculty Development Event is hosted by the Temerty Faculty of Medicine Tri-Divisions of Emergency Medicine Planning Committee—within the Departments of Medicine, Pediatrics, and Family & Community Medicine—representing over 650 emergency medicine faculty across the University of Toronto.
This inaugural event, “Stronger Together: Advancing Practice, Knowledge, and Community in Emergency Medicine,” is open to all faculty members in the Divisions of Emergency Medicine across the three departments.
This program has been accredited for:
- College of Family Physicians of Canada Mainpro+® Certified Activity: 4.5 credits
- Royal College Maintenance of Certification Section 1: 4.5 hours
Attendance is first come, first served with capacity for 120 faculty members from emergency departments across the GTA.
This event is sold out. Registration is now closed. We look forward to welcoming you again next year.
We look forward to welcoming you in person on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
Learning Objectives
- Reflect on the evolving identity of Emergency Medicine by examining personal and collective experiences to strengthen professional purpose and career sustainability.
- Enhance clinician-educator effectiveness by applying evidence-informed teaching, coaching, and feedback strategies in high-acuity emergency settings.
- Promote wellness and career longevity by recognizing burnout early and adopting practical, team-based tools that support resilience and healthy work culture.
- Advance academic growth and community building by engaging in scholarly opportunities and collaborative, cross-divisional peer learning within Emergency Medicine.
Event Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
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8:00 |
Registration Opens |
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8:00-9:00 |
Networking & Breakfast |
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9:00 |
Opening & Welcome: Anna Nowacki, Meeta Patel, Laura Simone Remarks by DFCM Division Head: Megan Landes Remarks by Dean of the Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Vice Provost, Relations with Health Care Institutions: Lisa Robinson |
|
9:20 |
Keynote Address: Tim Rutledge, A Leadership Journey Rooted in Emergency Medicine |
|
10:00 |
Break & Networking |
|
10:25 |
Surprise Guest |
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10:30 |
Panel Discussion: Who Are We Now? Crafting a Career that Lasts in Emergency Medicine
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|
11:40 |
Remarks by Pediatrics Division Head: Jason Fischer |
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11:45-12:45 |
Lunch, Networking & Headshot Photography |
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1:00 - 2:15 |
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
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2:15-2:30 |
Break & Headshot Photography |
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2:30-3:45 |
Concurrent Breakout Session
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3:45 |
Closing Remarks by DOM Division Head: Erin O'Connor Door Prize Announcements |
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4:00 |
Faculty Club Pub Networking |