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April 2012 

 

Innovation - Team Building - Community Engagement was the theme for April 2012 Forum which attracted Alberta's leaders, community partners and stakeholders. The 2012 Forum highlighted the many innovative programs and resources developed and implemented by PCNs to better meet the local needs of patients.

April 2012 PCI Forum Program

If you were unable to attend the Forum and are interested in learning more about the partnerships and opportunities that were presented, please view the oral presentations and posters below.

Presentation

So you’re a Privacy Officer...What Does That Mean?
Rachel Hayward, Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner
A privacy officer plays a key role in most health care organizations in Alberta. He/she is responsible for ensuring staff know and understand their responsibilities under the HIA and acts as a resource for patients and staff who have questions regarding the privacy of the health information collected, used and disclosed by the organization. But what does that really mean?
This presentation will assist privacy officers in understanding their roles and responsibilities in this area and will benefit all PCN staff by contributing to a greater understanding of privacy requirements. The session will focus on ways to achieve successful privacy management and compliance, providing tools and techniques for implementing a successful privacy program.

Oral Abstracts

Abstract: The Effect of Primary Care Networks on Diabetes Care
The Effect of Primary Care Networks on Diabetes Care in Alberta’s Underserved Populations
David Campbell MSc, University of Calgary 

Abstract: The Importance of Physician Continuity
The Importance of Physician Continuity as an Outcome and Confounder in analysis of Primary Care Performance
Tim Cooke BA, BSc, Health Quality Council of Alberta

Abstract: Group Patient Visits
Group Patient Visits: An Innovative Approach to Clinical Care
Michele Hannay BSc, Toward Optimized Practice

Abstract: Tobacco Reduction and Cessation
Tobacco Reduction and Cessation (TRAC) Program Evaluation Results and Next Steps
Pamela Magee, Alberta Health Services

Abstract: Resources in Clinics
Resources in Clinics: Team Building in Primary Care
Leanne McGeachy MBA, Edmonton North PCN

Abstract: Economic Benefits of Diabetes Programs
Economic Benefits of Diabetes Programs at Two Alberta Primary Care Networks
Dave Ludwick P.Eng., MBA, PMP, PhD, Sherwood Park PCN

Abstract: Great Idea-Let’s Make It Happen
Great Idea - Let’s Make It Happen: Facilitation Case Studies in Primary Care
Nolan Schaaf RN, BN, Chinook PCN

Abstract: Improving Access to Diabetes Care in Northern Alberta
Improving Access to Diabetes Care in Northern Alberta: Implementing a Tele-Ophthalmology Clinic
M. Jill Sporidis BSc, DHSA, MBA, PhD-DHA (c), Wood Buffalo PCN

Abstract: Making Exercise Stick
Making Exercise Stick
Todd Wolansky BScPT, Bow Valley PCN

Abstract: Person/HCS Process Model
Person/HCS Process Model
Bonnie Wright PhD, MScN, BA, RN, CE, Mosaic PCN