DLRI is thrilled to present Cabin Fever 2025, taking
place at the breathtaking Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge in the heart of Kananaskis, Alberta!
This highly anticipated faculty development conference offers an exciting opportunity to dive
into the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in rural medical education. Throughout the
event, you’ll have the chance to learn from a distinguished lineup of physicians, preceptors,
residents, and experts as they share their research, insights, and personal experiences from
their rural medical careers.
With engaging presentations, lively discussions, and networking opportunities, Cabin Fever 2025
is the perfect place to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and gain valuable knowledge that
will inspire your work in rural healthcare.
By the end of Cabin Fever you will be able to:
List and apply at least two ways your practice will change due to attending learning sessions.
Create a personal toolbox of training methods based on workshop presenter experiences.
Evaluate and apply a variety of communication strategies to enhance interactions with learners.
Harley Crowshoe’s ancestry is Blackfoot and originates from the Piikani Nation Reserve in southern Alberta.
Harley has extensive Aboriginal Policing experience with First Nations people in Alberta and British Columbia. Throughout his RCMP career he held supervisory positions and after 20 years of service with the RCMP he retired as rank Staff Sgt.
Harley joined the Aboriginal Policing Directorate as the Regional Manager, responsible for Alberta and Northwest Territories. This provided him the opportunity to continue working closely with the First Nations communities in Alberta and NWT.
Harley has worked for AHS for many years, first serving the AHS Wisdom Council as chair; then the AHS South Zone as the Indigenous Health Senior Advisor; the AHS South Sector as Indigenous Health Provincial Director; and has supported AHS as an Indigenous Health Advisor. Now retired, Harley worked parttime with Aakom-kiyii Health Service guiding their accreditation journey. He also sits on a number of committees, including a Member of the National Advisory Committee on Missing Children and Unmarked Burials.
Harley is a recipient of both the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of Canadian Confederation and the 25 Year Service Award from Public Service Canada. He was also presented a Soapstone sculpture and Sacred Eagle Feather in recognition for contributions to the First Nations people of Canada. He was inducted as an Honorary Chief of the Piikani (Blackfoot) Nation – including traditional transfer of sacred eagle headdress.
Dr. Douglas Myhre, a family physician with 42 years of practice and the founder of DLRI, is a pioneering figure in rural medical education. After starting his career in Lethbridge, Alberta, he recognized the need for enhanced healthcare training in small communities and, in 2000, co-founded the Rural Alberta South (RAS) initiative. Later, as the first Associate Dean for Rural Medicine at the University of Calgary, he played a key role in launching the Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship (UCLIC) program and coordinating the Royal College’s Regional programs. Dr. Myhre’s work has had a lasting impact on rural healthcare delivery and education, and he retired from active practice in 2023, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and service to both patients and the medical community.
Dr. Jessalyn Holodinsky is an Assistant Professor and Data Scientist in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Calgary. Her research addresses complex health system challenges, focusing on optimizing healthcare services and patient outcomes for emergent conditions. Highly skilled in the use of administrative, electronic medical record, and big data, Dr. Holodinsky specializes in statistical modeling and machine learning. She has a strong interest in the application of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in healthcare. As the Director of Artificial Intelligence and Data Education and Ethics at the Office of Faculty Development, Cumming School of Medicine, she also contributes to the Center for Health Informatics, Alberta’s leading research hub for electronic medical record, machine learning, and data visualization. Dr. Holodinsky is a firm believer in the transformative potential of data to improve patient care and save lives.
Jeremy Evans, aka "The Grizzly Dude," is the author of Mauled: Lessons Learned from a Grizzly Bear Attack. After surviving a life-altering bear encounter, Jeremy shares powerful lessons on resilience, courage, and personal growth. Through his story, he reveals how he faced immense physical and mental challenges, emerging stronger and more determined. As a speaker, Jeremy captivates audiences with humor, authenticity, and inspiring insights on overcoming adversity. He encourages others to find strength in vulnerability, reminding us that "You can BEAR it, even when you think you can't." Jeremy’s talks resonate with anyone seeking motivation, strength, and a fresh perspective on perseverance, whether in professional or community settings.
G. Perez, Dr. L. Fehr, Dr. A. Johnston
A Peer-led Rural Day: An Invitation to Experience the Community.
J. Xie, Dr. M. Vetter
Two weeks to see child psychiatry in rural Alberta? We’ve made it possible.
E. Yang, D. Duchek, G. Perez,
Dr. J. Bakal, Dr. A.Johnston
Understanding the impact of rural emergency department closures in Alberta; a 5-year retrospective observational study.
Dr. A. Drandic,
Dr. K. Chiver-Wilson, E. Talbot
TBD
Dr. L. Fehr
Movement as Medicine:
An Infographic.
Dr. A. Bell, Dr. K. Penner, Dr. T. Patel,
G. Perez
Regional Medical Campuses in Canada: Exploring the Landscape of Current and Proposed Campuses.
Dr. B. Ponich, Dr. A. Osakuade,
Dr. A. Know
Common Hand and Wrist Injuries: A Reference Infographic for Urgent Primary Care Referrals.
Dr. L. Fehr
Bridging Gaps: A Practical Reference Tool for Culturally Safe Care in Indigenous Health.
Dr. A. Johnston
The Power of Narrative in Student Career Choice.
G. Perez, Dr. A. Johnston
Survey of POCUS in Family Medicine Residency Training Rural Sites.
D. Fatima, J.Gill, B. Antepim,
Dr. A. Lee Roze des Ordons, Dr. P. Roach
Exploring Education Leaders’ Perceptions of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Content in Programs at a Canadian Medical School.
J. Gill, D. Fatima,
C. Boisselle, Dr. K. Fruetel,
Dr. A. Reso,
Dr. L. Welikovitch
Examining the Utility of a Multi-source Feedback Tool in Evaluating Program Director (PD) Performance in Residency Education: The PD-360.
J. U. Perez, Dr. A. Johnston
Twelve Tips for Engaging Medical Students in Rural-Focused Research.
Dr. C. Naugler, Dr. I. Ma
The Shadowing Curriculum
Cabin Fever is returning to the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge. Nestled within the Canadian Rockies, the lodge is a scenic 100 kms drive from Calgary for local commuters or attendees flying in from other provinces.
To book your accommodations, please follow the link below or call 403-591-7711. Use code “Cabin Fever” for preferred rates. Please note that there is limited availability at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge.
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