
Department of Medicine Events
Look below for Events happening in the Department of Medicine (DoM). You can also visit our online calendar.
April
Diabetes and Endocrine Update 2025
The Saturday event will cover new developments in Diabetes management and common Endocrine conditions.
Time: 7 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Venue: Lister Centre, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
Audience: Open to all
Hosted by: Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism
Disease-modifying Treatments in Alzheimer's: Getting Ready for Treatment
Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking half-day discussion, where leading experts, researchers, and healthcare professionals come together to explore the latest breakthroughs in Alzheimer's care, treatment, and research.
Time: 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Venue: Lister Centre, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
Audience: Open to all
Hosted by: Division of Geriatric Medicine; sponsored by Eisai
Medicine Grand Rounds
The changing landscape of medical education, professionalism and wellbeing
Speaker: Dr. Melanie Lewis, Professor / Associate Dean LAW in the Department of Pediatrics, U of A
Time: 8 - 9 a.m.
Venue: Join us for coffee in person in Classroom D - 2F1.04 WMC, University Hospital or
Audience: Open to all
Gastroenterology Research Day
The purpose of GI Research Day is to showcase the research activities of the Division of Gastroenterology in both clinical and basic science studies.
Time: 2 - 4:30 p.m.
Venue: The University Club, 11435 Saskatchewan Drive NW, Edmonton
Audience: Open to all
Hosted by: Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, U of A
Note: An evening event will begin at 5 p.m. in the Winspear Room of the University Club.
May
Medicine Grand Rounds
Title: TBA
Speaker: Dr. Lindsay Bridgland, Associate Clinical Professor, Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, U of A and Dr. Shannon Ruzycki, General Internist & Assistant Professor, Departments of Medicine and Community Health Sciences, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary
Time: 8 - 9 a.m.
Venue: Join us for coffee in person in Classroom D - 2F1.04 WMC, University Hospital or
Audience: Open to all

Annual Update in Adult Medicine 2025
Discover a world of innovation and expertise at the 27th Annual Update in Adult Medicine, your gateway to the latest breakthroughs in general internal medicine. Register by March 21 for the early bird rate.
Time: 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (breakfast and registration at 7:30 a.m.)
Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton West Edmonton - 16615 109 Ave NW, Edmonton
Audience: Open to all
Hosted by: Department of Medicine, U of A

Medicine Grand Rounds - Percy Russell Lecture
Title: TBA
Speaker: Dr. Janet Pope, Professor of Medicine and Director of the Division of Rheumatology, University of Western Ontario
Time: 8 - 9 a.m.
Venue: Join us for coffee in person in Classroom D - 2F1.04 WMC, University Hospital or
Audience: Open to all
2025 Me2 Majumdar Research and Quality Improvement Collaborative Day
Registration and Refreshments: 7:30 a.m.
Program: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Venue: KATZ 1080 Atrium
Audience: Open to all
More information
Infectious Diseases Research Day
with Dr. Geoffrey Taylor Lectureship
Time: 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Venue: Join us in person in room 2-193 Clinical Sciences Building or register for Zoom
Audience: Open to all
Hosted by: Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, U of A

Medicine Grand Rounds
Title: TBA
Speaker: Dr. Frank Hoentjen, Professor, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, U of A
Time: 8 - 9 a.m.
Venue: Join us for coffee in person in Classroom D - 2F1.04 WMC, University Hospital or
Audience: Open to all
June

Geriatric Medicine Update
Presented by the Division of Geriatric Medicine in partnership with the Care of the Elderly.
Are you passionate about improving the lives of older adults? Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with experts, enhance your skills, and stay updated on the latest advancements in geriatric care.
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Venue: Lister Centre, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
Audience: Open to all
More Events
For more events, see our Events Calendar:
- Department events
- Divisional events
- Research events and deadlines