The ability to make clear, confident decisions under stress is essential in medicine, yet many family doctors find themselves overwhelmed by time pressures, emotionally taxing cases, and the expectations of patients and colleagues. Navigating these challenges while maintaining professionalism and personal well-being is no easy task. Decision-Making Under Stress is designed to help you develop practical strategies to stay composed, focused, and energized—even in the most difficult situations.
Led by Amy Englemark, a dynamic speaker, physician coach, and author with extensive experience in stress management and sustainable leadership, this workshop will provide actionable tools to improve decision-making, set healthy boundaries, and reduce the mental load of high-pressure environments. With a deep understanding of the challenges medical professionals face, Amy brings a warm, yet direct and strategic approach to helping you maintain your well-being without compromising the quality of care you provide.
Amy is an accomplished keynote speaker, author of two books. physician leadership coach and stress management consultant. She’s passionate about sustainable leadership, burnout prevention and career optimization to ensure health, wealth and happiness. She has worked with Canadian Women In Medicine (CWIM), Telus, TD, Coastal Community Credit Union, Remax, the Yukon Government and more. Her work has been featured in articles in WeBC, and magazines like Convention Southwest and Daring to Disrupt.
Date: Friday, November 21, 2025
Time: 12:15 – 13:15
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre West, West Meeting Room 109
Cost: $40 (Lunch is included)
Note: Maximum 80 registrants (First come, first served)
The St. Paul’s Hospital CME for Primary Care Conference is more than a great opportunity to refresh our knowledge about primary care medicine, it’s also a wonderful opportunity to make new connections and reunite with old friends. On Tuesday at 5pm, join us as we kick-off our exciting week in Vancouver with a fun mixer where we’ll share laughs and great conversation while enjoying delicious food and drinks and spectacular views of the majestic North Shore mountains. We’ll see you there!
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 17:00 – 19:30
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre West, West Ballrooms ABCD Foyer
Cost: Complimentary with MLS registration; limited to registered delegates only – no guests or plus ones permitted
RSVP: Required at time of registration
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 12:15 – 13:30
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre West, Exhibition Hall A
Cost: Complimentary with your MLS registration
RSVP: Required at time of registration
Professor Timothy Caulfield is an unrivalled communicator who debunks myths and assumptions about innovation in the health sector — from research on stem cells to diets and alternative medicine — for the benefit of the public and decision-makers. For over 20 years, he was the Canada Research Chair in Health Law and Policy and is currently a professor in the Faculty of Law and the School of Public Health and the Research Director of the Health Law Institute at the University of Alberta.
Caulfield has been involved in a variety of interdisciplinary research endeavours that have led him to publish more than 400 academic articles. His research focuses on topics like stem cells, genetics, research ethics, the public representations of science, and public health policy issues. He has won numerous academic, science communication, and writing awards, and is a Member of the Order of Canada and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, and the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry.
Caulfield also writes frequently for the popular press and is the author of four bestselling books: The Cure for Everything: Untangling the Twisted Messages about Health, Fitness, and Happiness; Is Gwyneth Paltrow Wrong About Everything?: When Celebrity Culture and Science Clash; Relax, Dammit!: A User’s Guide to the Age of Anxiety; and his most recent, The Certainty Illusion.
In addition, Caulfield is the co-founder of the science engagement initiative, #ScienceUpFirst. He has also hosted and produced several documentaries, including the award-winning television show, A User’s Guide to Cheating Death, which has aired in over 60 countries and is currently streaming on Netflix in North America.
Unwind in a peaceful space with calming plants, cozy seating, and soothing music. Enjoy massage chairs, a stretching area, journaling, and a wellness library, all designed to help you recharge and feel your best during the busy conference schedule.
Location: Meeting Room 201
