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HST: What the Ontario Chiropractor Needs to Know
2015-01-14 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
Most chiropractors offer both HST-applicable and HST-exempt services and products. Tune into this webinar to sort through the nitty-gritty details of HST and chiropractic services and products in Ontario.

Speakers
SRJ Chartered Accountants

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Canadian Chiropractic Scientific Symposium
2014-11-15 07:00 - 2014-11-16 12:00
4th Annual Canadian Chiropractic Scientific Symposium hosted by the Canadian Chiropractic Specialty Colleges.
Saturday, November 15, 2014 with optional Presentations on Sunday, November 16, 2014
Omni King Edward Hotel
37 King Street East, Toronto, Ontario
On Saturday, November 15, 2014 members of Canada’s chiropractic community will come together for the fourth annual scientific symposium, bringing together chiropractors from across Canada for an intense day of learning and exchange.
The Symposium will feature plenary sessions and a Grand Rounds presentation with panel discussion focusing on the theme of Diagnosis and Treatment of Upper Extremities. NEW THIS YEAR the Chiropractic Sciences, Rehabilitation, and Orthopedist Colleges will present optional workshops on Sunday morning, November 16 on issues related to the symposium theme. Choose 2 of 3 workshops.

Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Meeting Chiropractic Challenges
2014-10-30 19:00 - 20:30
Location: Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel and Suites5875 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON L4V 1N1Registration Cost: $79 (plus HST)Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Room: Erin Mills (Main Floor) Driving Directions
Speaker: Dr. Christine Padesky
This seminar will introduce chiropractors to the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in order to facilitate better treatment outcomes among patients with mental and behavioural barriers to recovery. Learn how to effectively apply CBT in the chiropractic office, how to decide when to refer patients to mental health practitioners and how to make those referrals. All participants will receive a copy of Dr. Christine Padesky’s best-selling book, Mind Over Mood.
This presentation will be followed by a book signing for Mind Over Mood.
Bio: Dr. Christine Padesky, Ph.D.Distinguished Founding Fellow, Academy of Cognitive Therapy
Christine A. Padesky, Ph.D. is Co-Founder of the Center for Cognitive Therapy in Huntington Beach, California. Her best-selling book, Mind Over Mood has been translated into 23 languages with a million copies in print world-wide. Dr. Padesky is a graduate of Yale University and UCLA, a recipient of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy’s Most Influential International CBT Therapist award, the California Psychological Association’s Distinguished Contribution to Psychology award, and the Academy of Cognitive Therapy’s Aaron T. Beck Award for her enduring contributions to the field.

Recipe for Building a Great Website
2014-10-29 12:00 - 13:00
Learn the basic items needed on your website to turn new website visitors into new patients. ~ Speaker: Spark Marketing

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Community Engagement & Leadership Program (CELP) Roadshow – GTA Edition
2014-10-25 18:00 - 19:00
Presenters: Dr. Amy Brown and Dr. Jennifer Nash, Community Outreach Co-ordinatorsTime: Dinner at 6:00 p.m. followed by a presentation at 6:15 p.m.Location: Hilton Downtown Toronto, 145 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2L2
Please RSVP with the subject “GTA Roadshow RSVP” at: oca@chiropractic.on.ca
This session will describe the strategies behind the expanded Community Engagement & Leadership Program and how it will equip OCA volunteers to advocate for the profession among the public and stakeholders.

OCA Conference 2014
2014-10-25 09:00 - 18:00
The OCA’s Annual Conference will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at the Hilton Toronto. The health care landscape is changing rapidly. Teams of care lead the way to excellence in patient care. Chiropractors are positioned to be leaders in the development of a health care system that is highly patient centred and relentlessly focused on quality and positive outcomes. At the 2014 OCA Annual Conference we will focus on strategies to leverage these exciting trends in your own practice by engaging patients more deeply in their own care.
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Record Keeping and Professional Boundaries - Manitoba
2014-10-19 08:30 - 17:00
Record Keeping with Dr. Bruce Walton and Professional Boundaries with Dr. Samia Barakat and Dr. Mark Etkin.
Clarion Hotel, Winnipeg, Manitoba
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saskatchewan Room, Lower Level
1445 Portage Ave, Winnipeg MB
Only $25.00 for non-MCA members!

Outreach 101
2014-09-17 12:00 - 13:00
How can one chiropractor increase the public profile of the profession? OCA staff will describe the strategies behind the expanded Community Engagement & Leadership Program and how it will equip OCA volunteers to advocate for the profession among the public and stakeholders.
Hosted by: Dr. Amy Brown, OCA Outreach Coordinator

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First Responder for Sport Course
2014-09-12 12:00 - 2014-09-14 18:00
COURSE INFORMATION: This is a 3-day lecture and practical course (last 2 days for those requiring recertification only) that meets the requirements of the Canadian Red Cross Society and Sport Physiotherapy Canada for First Responder Certification. The examples/scenarios used will be sport-specific to enhance the learning of all participants with regard to event coverage situations (whether planning to challenge the SPC Certificate/Diploma exams or not). At the end of the course, participants will:
♦ Complete a standardized written exam to meet national Canadian Red Cross standards
♦ Have an enhanced ability to respond to emergency situations on-site (i.e.: head injuries, bleeds, fractures)
♦ Be trained to use oxygen and an Automated External Defibrillator
♦ Be able to transfer players onto spinal boards effectively (including rolls)
*Please note that First Responder Certification must be renewed every 3 years
OCA Member Discount
Full Course: $498 plus tax – Save $37
Recertification: $382 plus tax – Save $28
OCA Member Discount Code
Register as a guest and use the OCA Discount Code: onchiro

Complying with Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation
2014-07-10 12:00 - 13:00
Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) sets out new requirements for sending Commercial Electronic Messages. This part of CASL came into force on July 1, 2014.
What does this mean for your clinic’s newsletter and marketing initiatives? Do you have consent from your current subscribers or will you need to ask for consent again? How does implied consent work? Mills & Mills LLP, an OCA Advantages partner, will guide you through this legislation and help you to assess whether your clinic is compliant with CASL.

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Webcast: Putting Quality Front & Centre
2014-06-05 19:00 - 20:00
OCA President Kristina Peterson shares some initial concepts for how the profession can work together to enhance the public’s understanding of chiropractic by focussing on our commitment to the high quality patient care and experiences. These concepts were derived from the regional member consultation process the OCA undertook in the spring of 2014.
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Getting Started with PMP
2014-06-04 12:00 - 13:00
This webinar is designed for anyone new to PMP or users looking for the basics. This webinar will offer 60 minutes of instruction on the appointment book screen, processing patient transactions, new patients and required reports.

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The State of Auto Insurance and Chiropractic
2014-05-14 12:00 - 13:00
What is happening in auto insurance? Join Dr. Moez Rajwani for updates on the Minor Injury Guideline, HCAI, and FSCO’s Service Provider Licensing.

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North Bay Member Consultation & Dinner
2014-05-08 19:00 - 21:00
Many factors and trends are coming together to create unprecedented possibilities for the profession. For instance, changing demographics are yielding an affluent group of potential patients eager to age in an entirely new way. Chiropractors are well suited to play a huge role in meeting that need.
Please be our guest for a dinner and discussion to help determine how we can work together to close the gap between the public’s perception of chiropractic and exceptional patient experiences and outcomes being delivered across the province every day.
At this dinner event, an OCA staff facilitator will introduce several topics for consideration, including:

How the public’s perception of chiropractic is impacting our ability to extend the benefits of chiropractic care to more and more patients
The actions that members can and would like to take in closing the gap
The actions that members would support the OCA taking to close the gap

The ultimate goal of these dinners is to formulate an action plan that will support the profession in taking full advantage of the many exciting opportunities available to chiropractors today.
Dinner & Contact Information
Dinner will be hosted in a private room at Churchill’s Prime Rib House reserved under “OCA”. If you have any questions, please contact the OCA at oca@chiropractic.on.ca or toll-free at 1-877-327-2273.

Thunder Bay Member Consultation & Dinner
2014-05-01 19:00 - 21:00
Many factors and trends are coming together to create unprecedented possibilities for the profession. For instance, changing demographics are yielding an affluent group of potential patients eager to age in an entirely new way. Chiropractors are well suited to play a huge role in meeting that need.
Please be our guest for a dinner and discussion to help determine how we can work together to close the gap between the public’s perception of chiropractic and exceptional patient experiences and outcomes being delivered across the province every day.
At this dinner event, an OCA staff facilitator will introduce several topics for consideration, including:

How the public’s perception of chiropractic is impacting our ability to extend the benefits of chiropractic care to more and more patients
The actions that members can and would like to take in closing the gap
The actions that members would support the OCA taking to close the gap

The ultimate goal of these dinners is to formulate an action plan that will support the profession in taking full advantage of the many exciting opportunities available to chiropractors today.
Dinner & Contact Information
Dinner will be hosted in a private room at the Whitewater Golf Club reserved under “OCA”. If you have any questions, please contact the OCA at oca@chiropractic.on.ca or toll-free at 1-877-327-2273.

Getting Started With ChiroWrite: Session 3 - Customizing your Work Space
2014-04-29 12:00 - 13:00
This session will focus on Worxflows, Worxphrases, custom letters, pictures, and spinal listings.

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Brampton Member Consultation & Dinner
2014-04-24 19:00 - 21:00
Many factors and trends are coming together to create unprecedented possibilities for the profession. For instance, changing demographics are yielding an affluent group of potential patients eager to age in an entirely new way. Chiropractors are well suited to play a huge role in meeting that need.
Please be our guest for a dinner and discussion to help determine how we can work together to close the gap between the public’s perception of chiropractic and exceptional patient experiences and outcomes being delivered across the province every day.
At this dinner event, an OCA staff facilitator will introduce several topics for consideration, including:

How the public’s perception of chiropractic is impacting our ability to extend the benefits of chiropractic care to more and more patients
The actions that members can and would like to take in closing the gap
The actions that members would support the OCA taking to close the gap

The ultimate goal of these dinners is to formulate an action plan that will support the profession in taking full advantage of the many exciting opportunities available to chiropractors today.
Dinner & Contact Information
Dinner will be hosted in a private room at the Aria Bistro & Lounge reserved under “OCA”. If you have any questions, please contact the OCA at oca@chiropractic.on.ca or toll-free at 1-877-327-2273.

Pursuing Collaborative Relationships
2014-04-23 12:00 - 13:00
Learn how you can prepare for and pursue collaborative relationships with other health professionals. Our panel of Ontario chiropractors will share insights gained through their own collaborative relationships.

Speakers
Dr. Murray Townsend, Dr. Tyler Fletcher, Dr. Luke Winegard

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Getting Started With ChiroWrite: Session 2 - Outfitting Your Office
2014-04-22 12:00 - 13:00
Content includes floor plan design, hardware specs, wired vs. WiFi, tablet vs. PC vs. laptop, the patient experience, and what your staff need to know.

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London Member Consultation & Dinner
2014-04-17 08:00 - 17:00
Many factors and trends are coming together to create unprecedented possibilities for the profession. For instance, changing demographics are yielding an affluent group of potential patients eager to age in an entirely new way. Chiropractors are well suited to play a huge role in meeting that need.
Please be our guest for a dinner and discussion to help determine how we can work together to close the gap between the public’s perception of chiropractic and exceptional patient experiences and outcomes being delivered across the province every day.
At this dinner event, an OCA staff facilitator will introduce several topics for consideration, including:

How the public’s perception of chiropractic is impacting our ability to extend the benefits of chiropractic care to more and more patients
The actions that members can and would like to take in closing the gap
The actions that members would support the OCA taking to close the gap

The ultimate goal of these dinners is to formulate an action plan that will support the profession in taking full advantage of the many exciting opportunities available to chiropractors today.
Dinner & Contact Information
Dinner will be hosted in a private room at the Aroma Mediterranean Restaurant reserved under “OCA”. If you have any questions, please contact the OCA at oca@chiropractic.on.ca or toll-free at 1-877-327-2273.

Getting Started With ChiroWrite: Session 1 - Out of the Box
2014-04-15 12:00 - 13:00
Learn the basics to get you up and running. Includes creating patient files, SOAP notes, exams, diagnostic codes, letters and letterhead, x-rays, and connecting to PMP.

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Peterborough Member Consultation & Dinner
2014-04-10 19:00 - 21:00
Many factors and trends are coming together to create unprecedented possibilities for the profession. For instance, changing demographics are yielding an affluent group of potential patients eager to age in an entirely new way. Chiropractors are well suited to play a huge role in meeting that need.
Please be our guest for a dinner and discussion to help determine how we can work together to close the gap between the public’s perception of chiropractic and exceptional patient experiences and outcomes being delivered across the province every day.
At this dinner event, an OCA staff facilitator will introduce several topics for consideration, including:

How the public’s perception of chiropractic is impacting our ability to extend the benefits of chiropractic care to more and more patients
The actions that members can and would like to take in closing the gap
The actions that members would support the OCA taking to close the gap

The ultimate goal of these dinners is to formulate an action plan that will support the profession in taking full advantage of the many exciting opportunities available to chiropractors today.
Dinner & Contact Information
Dinner will be hosted in a private room at the Parkhill On Hunter reserved under “OCA”. If you have any questions, please contact the OCA at oca@chiropractic.on.ca or toll-free at 1-877-327-2273.

Ethics, Professionalism and Quality: Building Chiropractic Credibility in Ontario
2014-03-27 19:00 - 21:00
OCA Member Webcast: Advocacy
An overarching strategic goal of the OCA is to increase utilization of chiropractic in Ontario. We believe that by pursuing this goal we can aid our members in building successful practices while getting the benefits of chiropractic to more people.
On March 27, 2014, the OCA began a member dialogue about how ethics, professionalism and quality relate to our ability to achieve the profession’s goals. Perspectives from knowledgeable speakers with an understanding of the importance of high standards of ethics, professionalism and quality helped to facilitate the discussion.
The full video recording of the event is available here for you:

Collaboration Ready Toolkit – The Health Care Landscape and the Value of Collaboration
2014-02-26 12:00 - 13:00
Aiding chiropractors in Ontario in preparing for and pursuing collaborative relationships with other health professionals.

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What’s Hot in PMP
2014-02-12 12:00 - 13:00
In this webinar, the OCA’s Lauren James & Liz Pridham introduce you to new surprises that are headed your way and showcase the benefits of the existing features of PMP.

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ChiroWrite – Adding an Orthotics Toolkit
2014-01-15 12:00 - 13:00
The OCA’s Orthotics Insurance Documentation Template is a tool designed to help you deal more efficiently with insurance companies. This webinar will demonstrate how to integrate the Orthotics Insurance Documentation Template into ChiroWrite by setting up an Orthotics Module. We’ll show you how to add diagnostic codes, WorxPhrases and reports.

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Is ChiroWrite right for my Practice?
2013-06-18 12:00 - 13:00
ChiroWrite is a powerful, chiropractic focused SOAP note software that holds the potential to make your practice more detailed and more thorough. View this recorded webinar to find out if ChiroWrite is right for you.

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ChiroWrite Integration with PMP
2013-05-28 12:00 - 13:00
This webinar covered the time saving functions available when utilizing the integration features between PMP and ChiroWrite. The Initial Setup, Arrived Patients, Charges, Popups, Future Appointments, and Alert integrations were also covered.

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Downloads

PMP ChiroWrite Integration (PDF)

WSIB in PMP - What to Do & What Not to Do
2013-04-24 12:00 - 13:00
This webinar recording covers best practices for WSIB processing. Did you pay the wrong claim? Push the wrong button? Or just make a mess? Do you need to write off? Transfer to cash or vice-versa. You’ll save a LOT of headaches and backtracking after viewing this session.;

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ChiroWrite – Customizing your Examination Template
2013-03-19 12:00 - 13:00
Do you have an order or a specific way in which you like to conduct your examinations? Did you know that ChiroWrite has a specialized workflow that can be setup to mirror your examinations and SOAPS? This webinar recording guides you through the setup procedure so that you can tailor ChiroWrite to meet your practice needs. General examinations and specific topics such as Orthotics are discussed.

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