Rural Virtual Conference (RVC) Series
September 15, 2026 – May 11, 2027
Course Overview
This is a series of weekly ONLINE high quality one-hour continuing professional development sessions, presented by clinical experts. Each presentation focuses on evidence-based information that is directly applicable to rural and remote primary care and hospital environments.
For more information, please contact rvc@ucalgary.ca
Series Objectives
Learners will be equipped to:
- Develop and enhance assessment, investigation, and treatment skills in all medical aspects, to care for patients in rural communities encompassing all clinical environments.
- Determine which patients can be optimally managed in the rural setting, create awareness of local resources for clinical management, and identify indicators for referral to specialists for those who require a referral
- Build a community of practice through discussion and collective learning in rural and remote settings
Who Should Attend
Family Physicians, Residents, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Pharmacists in Rural Practice, Rural Allied health
Registration
Registration is complimentary for Alberta Health Professionals in rural practice.
Refer to the registration confirmation email for the Zoom link to the 2026-2027 RVC sessions.
If you provide health care outside of Alberta, please contact rvc@ucalgary.ca for registration information.
Grants
This program has received an educational grant or in-kind resources from RhPAP and Alberta Health Services.