Canadian Pediatric Dermatology Primer

Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel

September 13, 2025

Conference Background

The Canadian Pediatric Dermatology Primer aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of primary health care practitioners in diagnosing and treating skin conditions in children. This inaugural meeting will take place in Saskatoon, SK to support and promote academia in a critically underserviced area. Saskatchewan currently has approximately five full-time equivalent dermatologists servicing a population of over 1,225,000 people in 2024 – the six largest province by population in Canada!

Outside of Saskatoon and Regina where these dermatologists are urban-based, Saskatchewan’s population is highly ruralized, and many are in remote, rural and northern Indigenous communities. These patients frequently face numerous barriers to care including long travel distances, lack of primary care and specialist access, among other challenges. Many patients with common skin conditions (e.g. atopic dermatitis, hemangiomas, acne) are diagnosed and managed by front-line healthcare practitioners. Due to long waitlists for dermatology assessment (e.g. 1-2 years), learning high-yield topics from pediatric experts is crucial for primary care providers and pediatric residents.

The Canadian Pediatric Dermatology Primer will give healthcare workers in Saskatchewan and across the country access to pediatric dermatology teachings right in their backyard. We look forward to your presence at this informative and engaging event. Together, we can improve the dermatological care provided to our pediatric patients.

Why Attend?

  • Gain insights from top Canadian dermatologists specializing in pediatric dermatology.
  • Enhance your ability to manage a wide range of pediatric skin conditions.
  • Network with fellow primary care practitioners and dermatology experts.

Who Should Attend

  • Dermatologists 
  • General practitioners
  • Family physicians
  • Pediatricians
  • Nurse practitioners
  • Physician assistants
  • Pharmacists
  • Medical trainees

Committee Members

Co-Host: Rachel Asiniwasis, MD, MSHS, FRCPC, Regina, SK

Co-Host: Brittany Waller, MD, FRCPC, DABD, Regina, SK

Jerome Coulombe, MD, FRCPC, DABD, Montréal, QC

Irene Lara-Corrales, MD, M.SC, Toronto, ON

Rebecca Levy, MD, FRCPC, Toronto, ON

Alexandra Pennal, MD, FRCPC, Toronto, ON

Elena Pope, MD, M.SC, FRCPC, Toronto, ON

Michele Ramien, MD, FRCPC, Calgary, AB

Wingfield Rhemus, MD, MPH, Vancouver, BC

Cathryn Sibbald, MD, M.SC, FRCPC, Toronto, ON

Miriam Weinstein, MD, FRCPC, Toronto, ON

Canadian Pediatric Dermatology Primer

Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Saturday, September 13, 2025

8:00am – 9:30am

REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST

8:45am – 9:05am

Welcome and Introduction

(including land acknowledgement) 

9:05am – 10:05am

Session 1

9:05am – 9:21am

Indigenous skin health

Dr. Rachel Asiniwasis

9:21am – 9:37am

Infantile hemangiomas

Dr. Rebecca Levy

9:37am – 9:53am

Congenital nevi/birthmarks

Dr. Elena Pope

9:53am – 10:10am

Questions and Answers

10:10am – 10:40am

COFFEE BREAK & EXHIBITS

10:40am – 11:45am

Session 2

10:40am – 10:56am

Atopic dermatitis basic primer

Dr. Alexandra Pennal

10:56am – 11:12am

Atopic dermatitis complex issues – superinfections, severe disease/systemic therapy, associated syndromes

Dr. Wingfield Rehmus

11:12am – 11:28am

Alopecia Areata and Hair Loss

Dr. Cathryn Sibbald

11:28am – 11:45am

Questions and Answers

11:45am – 12:45pm

LUNCH & EXHIBITS

12:45pm – 1:45pm

Session 3

12:45pm – 1:01pm

Viral exanthema + Urticaria

Dr. Miriam Weinstein 

1:01pm – 1:17pm

Molluscum and warts

Dr. Jerome Coulombe

1:17pm – 1:33pm

Simple procedures (including biopsies)

Dr. Michele Ramien

1:33pm – 1:45pm

Questions and Answers

1:45pm – 2:15pm

COFFEE BREAK & EXHIBITS

2:15pm – 2:55pm

Session 4

2:15pm – 2:31pm

Acne

Dr. Brittany Waller

2:31pm – 2:47pm

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Dr. Irene Lara-Corrales

2:47pm – 2:55pm

Questions and Answers

2:55pm – 3:00pm

Conclusion and Closing Comments

SPEAKERS

Dr. Rachel Asiniwasis

Dr. Rachel Netahe Asiniwasis is a board certified Dermatologist…

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Dr. Alexandra Pennal

Dr. Alexandra Pennal is an Assistant Professor at the University of …

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Dr. Jerome Coulombe

Dr Jerome Coulombe graduated medical school from Université…

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Dr. Elena Pope

Dr. Elena Pope is a Professor in the Department of Paediatrics at…

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Dr. Irene Lara-Corrales

Dr. Irene Lara-Corrales is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of …

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Dr. Michele Ramien

Dr. Michele Ramien is a first generation Canadian whose immigrant…

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Dr. Rebecca Levy

Dr. Rebecca Levy is a staff physician in the Division of…

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Dr. Wingfield Rehmus

Dr. Wingfield Rehmus is a Clinical Associate Professor at University of

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Dr. Cathryn Sibbald

Cathryn Sibbald is an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto and a full-time…

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Dr. Brittany Waller

Dr. Brittany Waller is a board-certified dermatologist in both Canada …

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Dr. Miriam Weinstein

Dr. Weinstein received her FRCPC in both Paediatrics and…

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September 13, 2025

Sheraton Cavalier

612 Spadina Crescent East, Saskatoon

Offering a vibrant atmosphere, the Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon offers the perfect downtown location while looking towards the stunning South Saskatchewan River.

A limited number of hotel rooms have been reserved for the group at a special discounted rate. Registered attendees should book early, before August 11, 2025, as we anticipate the rooms will sell out.

Traditional/Standard Queen Room: $165

Hotel rooms rates are subject to availability and applicable federal and provincial taxes, and local fees (currently 5% GST, 6% PST and 3% DMP fee).

Registration

All fees are in Canadian dollars and subject to applicable taxes of 5% GST
REGULAR –
to August 11, 2025
LATE – 
August 12 to September 13
Primary Care Practitioner $150.00 $200.00
Residents and Trainees $100.00 $125.00
Industry Sponsor* $350.00 $450.00

*Registration is available for confirmed industry sponsors only

REGULAR
to August 11, 2025
Primary Care Practitioner $150.00
Residents and Trainees $100.00
Industry Sponsor $TBC

 

LATE
August 12 to September 13
Primary Care Practitioner $200.00
Residents and Trainees $125.00
Industry Sponsor $TBC

 

Registration will open November 1st

Cancellations and Refunds Policy

All registration fees will be refunded less a $50.00 + applicable taxes for refund requests received on or prior to August 11, 2025. No refunds will be available for cancellations received on or after August 12, 2025. All requests must be received in writing. No telephone cancellations will be accepted. Submit cancellation letters to the Conference Secretariat at [email protected].

If you have any questions, please contact the Conference Secretariat by email at [email protected] or by phone at +1 604 738-8600.

Sponsors

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor and would like the opportunity to showcase your latest dermatological innovations to local primary care practitioners, please contact us for more information: [email protected]

Contact Us

For more information, please contact the Conference Secretariat:

E: [email protected]

T: (604) 738-8600

W: CPDPrimer.ca