ONLINE MEETING: Successful Succession: A Geriatric Psychiatrist’s Perspective on Capacity Assessments
This meeting is being hosted by the Elder Law Section.
| Speaker: |
Dr. Peter Chan, MD, FRCBC, Geriatric Psychiatrist |
| Time: |
Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm (PT)
Optional - Virtual Networking Opportunity! Sign in at 4:00pm to connect with colleagues in breakout rooms. |
| CPD Hours: |
1.00 hour |
Synopsis
Dr. Peter Chan shares his insights on capacity assessments from the clinician's perspective. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and raise issues from their experiences obtaining and using cognitive assessments.
About the Speaker
Dr. Peter Chan is a geriatric psychiatrist and has practiced since 1996 at Vancouver General Hospital, primarily in the elder care medical units. He is a full clinical professor in the UBC Department of Psychiatry. He is recognized locally, provincially, and nationally for his expertise in psychiatric conditions pertaining to seniors, and is also an academic author, lecturer, and researcher. He has a special interest in capacity assessments and has been involved in assessing those who are cognitively impaired for medicolegal purposes in both the public and private sectors.
Territorial Acknowledgement
This event will be broadcast from the traditional and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish and Musqueam First Nations. We encourage members to explore the rich history and knowledge of Indigenous people, and to continue learning about their experience in Canada past and present.
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Disclaimer
Please ensure to sign-in with your full name at the meeting, to not do so will result in de-registration. CBABC requires this as a record to confirm your attendance for this meeting for your CPD reporting (if applicable).
