Mindfulness with Dr. Mark Sherman
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Mindfulness in Medicine — Foundations of Theory and Practice for physicians and their partners
January 14, 2022 @ 8:30 am - January 16, 2022 @ 12:30 pm
$495.00 – $795.00
Foundations of Theory and Practice
Learn mindfulness skills for yourself and your patients, just steps from the stunning wild beaches of Vancouver Island’s West Coast….
Join us in beautiful Tofino, BC for this January 2022 Foundations workshop which explores the theory and practice of mindfulness and meditation for physicians and for their partners. We will explore the unique challenges of medicine and learn tools of stress management, communication and self care to bring into our personal and professional lives.
Objectives
1)To understand the definition of mindfulness and how its formal and informal practice can reduce suffering in ourselves, in our relationships, and in our patients.
2) To understand the current clinical and neuroscientific evidence of mindfulness in relation to anxiety disorders, depression, chronic pain and other common clinical conditions
3) To explore the epidemic of stress, particularly in relation to the unique challenges and opportunities of being a physician
4) To learn and practice the application of mindfulness and resilience skills such as the body scan, three minute breathing space, walking meditation and mindfulness meditation on the breath for use in personal and clinical practice
About the Workshop
This three day workshop will take place at Long Beach Lodge Resort on the incomparable Cox Bay beach. Workshop half days will take place from 8:30am-12:30pm in order to leave plenty of time to explore the area! On site surf lessons and gear rentals; wildlife watching tours and hiking trails are just some of the recreation opportunities that await you!
Tuition
Physicians/NP’s$795
Non-physician partners $595
Medical Students/Residents $495
This workshop has a 25 person limit. To register please select your ticket below and fill in the short questionnaire. Once registered please book your accommodation. A block of discounted rooms is available at Long Beach Lodge Resort. Please mention the workshop when booking to receive our earlybird and discounted rate.
12 Mainpro plus group learning credits
*Refund Policy: You will receive a refund of your tuition up to 30 days prior to the start of a workshop. If cancelled prior to the 30 days, a small administration fee of $50 will apply.
