Canadian Compounding Conference 2024

May 31 – June 1, 2024 | In Person + Virtual | Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Conferences & Symposiums

Summary

Join us for PCCA's highly anticipated 2024 Canadian Compounding Conference, exclusively for PCCA members, in the vibrant city of Toronto! This event will bring together compounding pharmacists for two days of unparalleled learning, networking and innovation.

We have curated an exceptional lineup of topics that cater to the diverse interests and specialties within the compounding field. Our expert speakers will delve into crucial topics, such as pharmacy staffing, fertility, compounding for animal health, low-dose naltrexone (LDN) and pain management, among many others. Designed to provide you with the latest in compounding information, our esteemed presenters will share their extensive knowledge and practical insights, equipping you with the tools to enhance your compounding skills and elevate your practice to new heights.

In addition to the comprehensive educational sessions, the conference will offer unparalleled networking opportunities. Connect with fellow PCCA members, industry leaders and experts to foster meaningful collaborations and relationships that will last beyond the conference.

Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity! We look forward to welcoming you to Toronto for an extraordinary event that will shape the future of your compounding pharmacy.

Optional Activities

Friday Morning Refresher On HRT Basics

Before the conference officially begins, get up to speed on the fundamentals of HRT with this free, 45-minute pre-conference education session, led by Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP, and PCCA Clinical Compounding Pharmacist Nat Jones, RPh, FAPC.

Friday Night Fun In Downtown Toronto

After the meeting adjourns on Friday, hop on the bus to head downtown for an evening with your colleagues OR to attend the Toronto Blue Jays vs. Pittsburgh Pirates baseball game! PCCA is providing bus transportation at no charge. Baseball tickets are available for purchase at $72 CAD + tax each. Reservations must be made in advance — see your conference confirmation email for details regarding reserving your spot on the bus and purchasing tickets to the game!

Registration Includes:

  • Educational materials available via app
  • Eligible for ACPE credit for pharmacists and technicians

What Members Are Saying

"We both attended PCCA’s 2023 Canadian Compounding Conference in Calgary, Alberta, and we must say, it was an exceptional experience. The conference provided great educational sessions, hosting industry experts and professionals. They were engaging and we both learned a lot. You guys are incredible! Excellent food and a fantastic time to connect. Overall, this conference exceeded my expectations and was the best event I’ve attended in many years, whether virtual or in-person."

— Kanish Sangani and Darrin Berlin, Dispensaries Ltd.


"I cannot express with words how excellent PCCA’s 2023 Canadian Compounding Conference was. The presenters were amazing, delivering insightful and practical information I could immediately implement on Monday. Each session was filled with valuable tips, techniques and innovations that have elevated my compounding skills. I am grateful to everyone involved in organizing this conference as it provided a great platform for learning, networking and staying up to date with the latest advancements in compounding.”

— Amber Mueller, Stafford Pharmacy & Home Healthcare

Pricing

In-Person Attendance Early Bird Thru April 5 Regular Price After April 5
Per Attendee $1,195 CAD $1,395 CAD
Virtual Attendance
For Up to 4 Pharmacy Staff/Medical Practitioners $1,195 CAD

Agenda

Thursday, May 30, 2024
7-9 PM
Eastern Time
Welcome Reception
Friday, May 31, 2024
7:15 AM Eastern Time
Optional Session Registration
7:30 AM Optional Session: HRT Refresher: Everything You Were Afraid to Ask in Class – Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP; Nat Jones, RPh, FAPC
8:00 AM Conference Registration + Breakfast + Expo
8:15 AM Optional Session Concludes
8:30 AM Welcoming Announcements
9:00 AM An Updated 4P Model for Hormone Replacement Therapy: Preventative, Precision, Personalized, Partnership – Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP
10:30 AM Networking Break + Expo
11:00 AM Pharmacy Staffing and Team Design: Solutions to a People Pandemic – Jason Chenard, RPh, BScPhm, BCGP, CDE
12:00 PM Efficiency Matters: Strategies for a Successful Compounding Lab – Jennifer Tuck, RPhT
12:45 PM Lunch + Expo
1:45 PM Compounding for the Veterinary Patient – Formulas, Tricks + Marketing Tips – Mark Gonzalez, PharmD, PCCA Clinical Compounding Pharmacist
3:15 PM Networking Break + Expo
3:45 PM The Critical Roles Pharmacists Play in Fertility Optimization – Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP
4:45 PM Selecting the Right PCCA Base for Your Compounds – Nat Jones, RPh, FAPC
5:15 PM Wrap-Up and Adjourn
6:00 PM Optional and MUST Reserve: Bus Departs Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre to Rogers Centre, Downtown Toronto (Opportunity to reserve will be contained within confirmation email.)
7:07 PM Optional and MUST Reserve: Blue Jays vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Game Starts (Opportunity to purchase tickets will be contained within confirmation email.)
10:15 PM Optional and MUST Reserve: Bus Departs Rogers Centre, Downtown Toronto and Returns to Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre (Opportunity to reserve will be contained within confirmation email.)
Saturday, June 1, 2024
7:30 AM Eastern Time Conference Registration + Breakfast + Expo
8:30 AM Welcome Back!
8:45 AM Compounding for Pain Management: Nat’s Top 10 Formulas, Formula/Compounding Troubleshooting + Marketing Tips – Nat Jones, RPh, FAPC
10:00 AM Sex Hormones Case Studies: Lessons from the Trenches Interactive Workshop – Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP; Nat Jones, RPh, FAPC
10:45 AM Networking Break + Expo
11:15 AM Sex Hormones Case Studies: Lessons from the Trenches Results Discussion – Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP; Nat Jones, RPh, FAPC
11:45 AM Compounding Options for Minor Ailment Prescribing – Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (cand.) (Presenting Virtually)
12:30 PM Celebrating Excellence followed by  Lunch + Expo
1:45 PM Maintaining Brand Consistency: From Vision to Implementation  Bob Mehr, RPh
2:15 PM Low-Dose Naltrexone for All – Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP; Nat Jones, RPh, FAPC
3:15 PM Wrap-Up and Adjourn

Speakers

Jason Chenard, RPh, BScPhm, BCGP, CDE Pharmacy Manager & Owner | Founder, Layered Leadership

Bob Mehr, RPh

Jennifer Tuck, RPhT

Sarah J. Zielsdorf, MD, MS

Mark Gonzalez, PharmD, PCCA Clinical Compounding Pharmacist

Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate) Clinical Compounding Pharmacist

Nat Jones, RPh, FAPC Clinical Compounding Pharmacist

Accommodations

Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
801 Dixon Road
Toronto, ON, M9W 1J5
416.675.6100

Click here to book your online reservation.

PCCA Rate: $239/night

Book before April 30, 2024, to get the discounted rate for your hotel stay. Rooms and rates are based on availability. If you miss the hotel cutoff date, you will need to book your room at another nearby hotel unless there are rooms still available.

BILLING AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Event billing will take place closer to the event date. If you wish to pay by credit card, please contact Krista Dempsey directly at 226.777.1476; otherwise, registration fees will be billed to your account. A full registration refund is available through to May 16, 2024. Cancellations received after May 16 will result in a 50% cancellation fee.

IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE
An email that includes educational app details will be sent to all in-person registrants the week of the event. Full instructions will be included in the email.

VIRTUAL PLATFORM ACCESS POLICY
An email that includes virtual attendance login and app details will be sent to all virtual registrants the week of the event. Full instructions will be included in the email. Your virtual platform login information should not be shared with others; it is unique to you. PCCA reserves the right to disable individual access if this information is shared before, during or after the event.