About the Conference

Theme: Care in Matters of Life and Death
When: June 19-21, 2025
Where: Leslie and Irene Dubé Theatre, University of Saskatchewan
To attend: Conference registration will open in January, 2025

As Saskatchewan's preeminent medical conference, Highlights in Medicine offers collaborative and interactive professional development for practitioners of all medical specialties and health care professions. Boasting a program of interdisciplinary lectures delivered by renowned clinicians and health care experts, the annual Highlights in Medicine Conference is committed to fostering personal and professional growth within our community.

Participants will also have the chance to explore innovative medical technologies and solutions showcased through multi-generational and varied career-stage speakers, offering a glimpse into health care innovations of today, and tomorrow. The conference aims to inspire practitioners to continue their journey of lifelong learning and collaborative community building.

2025 Conference Program and Theme

Itinerary and Event Guide coming soon...

2025 Conference Theme: Care in Matters of Life and Death

Collaborative learning for the enhancement of patient care in all stages of life.

Gatherings as practitioners, healers and health care professionals, the 2025 Highlights in Medicine Conference aims to advance our collective understanding and capabilities to care for patients through all stages of life and circumstance, whether routine or critical. Through collaborative learning and discussion health care professionals in attendance will explore the latest breakthroughs in clinical research and developments in treatment and prevention. 

Inspired by the ancient Therapeutae of Asclepius, who were committed to the practice of ‘treating to heal’, this year’s conference emphasizes comprehensive care for all patients. Enhance your skills and knowledge in delivering the highest quality care at every stage of life. 

Thank you to our amazing sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor:

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Together, we can create Highlights in Medicine!

You can bring a new and fresh perspective to what the USask College of Medicine is able to offer to our college and health care community. 

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Explore the 2025 Conference Lecture Opportunities

You can bring a new and fresh perspective to what the USask College of Medicine is able to offer to our college and health care community. 

• Peer to Podium Lecture Series (4 spots available)
  Eligibility: Open to USask College of Medicine alumni. All degree streams
  Details: 25 min presentation, with 10 min Q&A
  
  
• Future of Medicine Lecture Series (4 spots available)
  Eligibility: Open to USask students/residents actively engaged in medical/health-care focused research. All degree streams.
  Details: 25 min presentation, with 10 min Q&A
  
  
• Clara and Frank Gertler Lectureship in Medicine (1 spot available)
  Eligibility: Presentation must address topics that are supportive of and linked to current health and medical trends.
  Details: 40 min presentation, with 20 min Q&A
  
  
• Betty-Ann & Wade Heggie Lecture in Integrative Medicine (1 spot available)
  Eligibility: Must address topics with the field of complementary and alternative medicine.
  Details: 40 min presentation, with 20 min Q&A
  
  
• Anita Chakravarti Lectureship in Health & Wellness (1 spot available)
  Eligibility: Must address the development personal health and wellbeing for health care professionals in the context of their workplace and community.
  Details: 40 min presentation, with 20 min Q&A
  
  
• Honoured Alumni Lecture (1 spot available)
  Eligibility: Open to USask College of Medicine alumni who actively works to better their community through the practice of medicine, medical research, clinical work, and/or volunteerism.
  Details: 55 min presentation, with 35 min Q&A 

Donor-Funded Lectureships - Thank you!

Through the support of USask College of Medicine donors, the Highlights in Medicine program proudly presents three named lectureships each year. Each with its own guiding principles, lecturers for each annual opportunity are chosen based on the merits of their career, current work, and in consultation with a committee of peers.

If you are interested in supporting lectureship opportunities within the USask College of Medicine, please contact: med.advancement@usask.ca or 306-966-2600.

Dr. Anita Chakravarti Lecture in Health and Wellness

Established in 2015, the Dr. Anita Chakravarti Lectureship in Health and Wellness seeks to empower health care and service professionals to develop their personal health and wellbeing in the context of their workplace and community.

The Betty-Ann and Wade Heggie Lecture in Integrative Medicine

Established in 2005, the Betty-Ann and Wade Heggie Lecture in Integrative Medicine seeks to provide continuing education opportunities for medical faculty, residents, and practitioners in the field of complementary and alternative medicine.

The Clara and Frank Gertler Lectureship in Medicine

Established in 2005, the Clara and Frank Gertler Lectureship in Medicine seeks to advance the USask College of Medicine’s strategic direction, with topics that are supportive of and linked to current health and medical trends.

Registration opens January 2025. Stay tuned...

Looking for accommodations?

The College of Medicine has partnered with the following Saskatoon hotels to offer conference registrants exclusive rates. Please use the below links or call the hotel directly to book. 

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USask Med wants to 'Highlight' you!

Industry and corporate partnerships bring new and fresh perspectives to what the USask College of Medicine is able to offer to our college and health care community. Expand the reach of your business while helping to provide the widest variety of services and offerings at the highest possible caliber. With an expected attendance of 300+ physicians, your company will have exposure to our most engaged, passionate and influential medical community members. Together, we can create Highlights in Medicine!

Your sponsorship makes that possible.

Throughout its 40-year history, the Highlights in Medicine Conference has been a financially independent event. With your support of the 2025 conference, the USask College of Medicine will gain a coveted partner as we, once again, aim to deliver a 3-day, industry informed, professional development experience to meet the needs of today's medical practitioner and the health care landscape they navigate in their practice.

Thank you for your consideration of the proceeding Highlights in Medicine sponsorship opportunities. We look forward to discussing how you and your company can get involved in the 2025 Highlights in Medicine Conference.

For more information, please contact:

Kelsey Kougiya
P: 306-966-5763
E: kelsey.kougiya@usask.ca

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Celebrate your Class Reunion at Highlights!

The 2025 Highlights in Medicine Conference is proud to recognize the following alumni class years. Congratulations on your milestone anniversary! We look forward to celebrating you alongside your peers.

Throughout the conference itinerary, you can expect program features and activities celebrating your class:

• Lectures from peers of your years during the Peer to Podium Lecture Series
• Professional class photos at the banquet cocktail reception
• Get-togethers specific to your class year planned by your volunteer class rep