CASEM Wellness Retreat: Enhancing Health for Sports Professionals
Join us on Friday and Saturday, October 4-5, 2024, at the breathtaking Chateau Cartier in Gatineau, QC. Immerse yourself in a rejuvenating experience that combines professional development and personal relaxation.
Our retreat focuses on comprehensive physician wellness, offering you the perfect blend of learning and relaxation in the serene National Capital Region just outside of Ottawa’s core.
Registration available onsite
Accreditation:
This one-credit-per-hour Group Learning program meets the criteria of the Quebec College of Family Physicians, a continuing professional development-accrediting organization recognized by the College des medecines du Quebec and has been approved for 6 Mainpro+® credits.
Overall Learning Objectives
- Enhance Physical and Mental Health through various self-care practices to promote healthy lifestyle choices.
- Empower SEM physicians with tools and strategies to prioritize self-care, mitigate burnout, and enhance overall wellness, thereby promoting long-term career satisfaction and optimal patient care.
- To cultivate a holistic approach to personal well-being and professional practice, fostering self-awareness, resilience, and skills for sustainable healthcare delivery
Friday – October 4, 2024
7:30 am – KineMedics Sunrise Yoga with Danielle Braidwood, MD & Breakfast (non-certified activity)
8:45 am – Taking one for the Team or Losing Sight of the Goal? The Dangers of Caring too Much in Sport Medicine – Heather Wheeler, PhD, Clinical Psychologist
9:45 am – Mindfulness and Meditation for Physicians– Andrea Alvarez, MD, FRCPC, Psychiatrist, Psychotherapist, Certified MCBT
10:15 am – Nutrition For Optimized Cognitive Performance In Sports Medicine Physicians – Natasha McLaughlin-Chaisson, RD/DtP, IOC Dip. Sport Nutr., ISAK level I
10:45 am – BREAK
11:00 am – Crisis Management and Self-Care in High-Stakes Situations – Michelle Mathias, MD, FRCPC, Sport Psychiatrist
11:30 am – Financial Wellness for Physicians – The Medicus Pension Plan: Contributing to a financially secure future – Kelli Costigan, Senior Portfolio manager, MD Private Counsel and Caroline Smith, Medicus Pension Plan (non-certified activity)
12:15 pm – LUNCH
1:00 pm – 6:30 pm – Free Time/Choose Your Own Wellness Adventure (Spa, Golf, Hiking, Cycling, etc) (non-certified activity)
6:30 pm – Group Dinner & Paint Night – included in registration (non-certified activity)
Saturday – October 5, 2024
7:30 am – Guided Nature Walk with Andrea Prazmowski and Breakfast (non-certified activity)
9:15 am – Cold Water Immersion and Breathwork to Mitigate Stress – Markus Besemann, MD, Dip. Sport Med., Stefan Eberspecher, DC, Francois Hamann, PhD
10:15 am – Making the Best of Work-Life Balance – Stephanie Melanson, MD, CCFP (SEM), Dip. Sport Med.
11:00 am – BREAK
11:15 am – Building Resilience in Sports Medicine Practice – Stephanie Melanson, MD, CCFP (SEM), Dip. Sport Med.
11:45 am – Self-Care and How to Figure Out What This Means for You – Andrea Alvarez, MD, FRCPC, Psychiatrist, Psychotherapist, Certified MCBT
12:15 pm – Closing Keynote and LUNCH – Surviving and Thriving Under Pressure: Lessons from the Battlefield to the Sports Medicine Clinic – Jill Archibald, CD, MBA, ACC
1:30 pm – Swag Bag Handout, Wrap Up and Take Aways
Choose Your Own Activities
- Kōena Spa offers over 50,000 sq ft of unique facilities
- Group mountain bike ride in the Gatineau Park – Led by Geoff Outerbridge, DC
- Group Hike in the Gatineau Park followed by Ice Bath- Led by Markus Besemann, MD, Dip. Sport Med. (weighted rucksacks available)
- Golf Château Cartier has an impressive 18-hole golf course
- Malama Spa for aesthetic treatments
- Hike or run in the fall colours of Gatineau with a hike out to Parc Mousette or Bate Island
- Shop and eat in the city of Ottawa – just a 10 minute drive into the heart of Canada’s Capital
- Explore an abundance of museums and galleries within the region
At a Glance
- Morning group classes including guided nature walk and yoga.
- Program centered on a comprehensive look at sport medicine wellness
- Choose your own wellness activities (hikes, mountain biking, ice baths and more)
- Enjoy included group dinner and evening activity
- Swag bag full of wellness essentials included!
Conference Location and Rooming
Chateau Cartier Hotel & Resort, 1170 Chemin Aylmer
Welcome to Château Cartier Hotel & Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection, where luxury meets comfort and style.
Our luxury hotel in Gatineau features 124 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, each of which is designed to provide the ultimate comfort and relaxation. All of our accommodations are equipped with luxurious bedding, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, and amazing views of the surrounding area.
Parking: Free, 2 electric vehicle charging stations are available free of charge for hotel guests.
Hotel Rooms: $179.00/ night (plus applicable taxes). All rooms MUST be booked before Tuesday, Sep 3, 2024
Discounted rates to the Spa and Golf available for all hotel guests.
Statement from CASEM
The Wellness Retreat is supported by funding from CASEM and Medicus Pension Plan™, established by MD Financial Management Inc. and Scotiabank. CASEM is able to offer discounted registration for this retreat due to the support of our sponsors.
Planning Committee
- Dr. Erika Persson (Chair), MD, FRCPC, Dip. Sport Med.
- Dr. Anne-Marie LeBlanc, MD, Dip. Sport Med.
- Dr. Amandev Aulakh, MD, CFPC (SEM), Dip. Sport Med.
- Dr. Lindsay Bradley, MD, CFPC (SEM), Dip. Sport Med.
- Dr. Wade Elliott, MD, CFPC (SEM), Dip. Sport Med.
- Dr. Stephanie Melanson, MD, CFPC (SEM), Dip. Sport Med.
- Dr. Sean Mindra, MD, CFPC (SEM), Dip. Sport Med.
- Dr. Lydia Schultz, MD, CFPC (SEM), Dip. Sport Med.