Let's Talk About My Migraine
Virtual Event
Friday, May 14, 2021
1000h - 1600h MT
Together with Migraine Canada, Dr. Werner Becker, Dr. Elizabeth Leroux we invite you to attend Let’s Talk About My Migraine on Friday, May 14, 2021.
This educational opportunity brings together experienced, multidisciplinary speakers to empower people with new pain management strategies, treatments and tools.
Whether you are a person with lived experience or a healthcare provider, we hope you can join us.
Registration
We are offering an open registration to this event which enables you to contribute any amount for your ticket, if you wish to do so.
* The PWLE ticket provides limited access to conference events and is not intended for people with chronic pain who are gainfully employed healthcare providers or professionals.
The Pain Society of Alberta is a not-for-profit organization and not a registered charity as specified by the Canada Revenue Agency. As such, no tax receipt will be issued.
Distinguished Presenters
Dr. Rob Tanguay
BSc (Hons), MD, FRCPC, CISAM, CCSAM
Pain Society of Alberta President, Moderator
Susan Cape
Person with Lived Experience
Dr. Elizabeth Leroux
MD, FRCPC
The Causes of Migraine and How to Adapt Treatment Plans and Migraine in the Workplace: Recognition and Adaptations
Janice Cathcart
BSN, M.Ed., R. Psych.
Relaxation, Mindfulness and Other Psychological Methods to Help Manage Your Migraine
Shannon Rogers
BSc. Ex Phys, RMT, CEP
How to Use Exercise to Manage Migraine and Improve Neck Health
Dr. Michael Knash
MD FRCPC (Neurology) CSCN (EMG)
Options for Treating Your Migraine Attacks at Home and When to go to the Emergency
Laura McLeod
BSc., RD
Using Diet to Help Manage Your Migraine
Dr. Werner Becker
MD, FRCPS (Neurology)
Preventive Medication Options to Reduce Your Migraine Attack Frequency
Wendy Gerhart
Executive Director of Migraine Canada
Migraine Canada: Advocacy to Improve Migraine Care in Our Country