CAMRT-ATL Events

Understanding Personal and Organizational Change

In this session audience members will be enlightened to the often unseen and misunderstood underlying psychological transitions that accompany personal and organizational change. The presentation will involve stories and anecdotes to highlight examples of change and transition in both the healthcare setting and life outside the clinic. Participants will leave with an understanding of change and transitions, be able to identify the stages of transition, and learn important tools to lead both themselves and others through change.

Dr. Landry is a Medical Physicist at the PEI Cancer Treatment Centre and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Dalhousie University in Halifax, NS. He’s an enthusiastic husband, father, songwriter, gym-junkie, and speaker. Throughout his career he has had the opportunity to speak to many organizations about high performance, leadership, mental health and organizational change.

Inclusion Means All: Building a Neurodiversity Affirming Workplace

Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the workforce today falls under the umbrella of neurodivergence, encompassing conditions such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. This introductory session is meticulously designed to explore and destigmatize the often unseen or misunderstood aspects of neurodiversity, providing a comprehensive understanding of its significance in modern workplaces. By actively listening to employees and respecting diverse learning preferences and needs, organizations can create a more inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity and fosters the success of all employees.

Award-winning therapist, entrepreneur, and speaker, Kerri is a Licensed Counselling Therapist and Clinical Supervisor in private practice at Coverdale Counselling & Consulting.

With a love of adventure, Kerri describes her greatest adventure as being a wife, mother, and wannabe homesteader. After living in New York, Paris, and other bustling cities, Kerri now lives in rural New Brunswick on her family’s 320-acre farm with her supportive husband, 2 wonderful daughters and an assortment of roughly 30 animals. An early riser, Kerri’s favourite time of day is early morning with a cup of hot coffee watching the sun rise over the horse pasture.

With specialized training & certifications in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Compassion Fatigue, Polyvagal Theory, Vicarious Trauma, Posttraumatic Growth, Child Trauma & Brain Development, Cognitive Neuroscience, Experiential Education, Somatic Processing, Mammalian Ethology, Nutritional Medicine, Behavioural Medicine, Trauma-Informed Care, Neurodivergent Care, & Neuro-Inclusion, Kerri is firmly grounded in the 3 Cs – Community, Connection, and Compassion.

She is passionate about trauma informed care and neurodiversity-affirming approaches in both sacred and secular spaces and is sought after as a speaker, facilitator, and trainer using her breadth of experience to take her own blend of humour, authenticity, and real life to engage audiences of 10 to 10,000 with stories that will educate, motivate, delight, and inspire.

Lying for a Living: Moral Distress in the MRT Profession – A Panel Discussion

Encompassing different disciplines, perspectives and experience levels, we will have MRTs Megan Brydon, Kristy Peters, and Emma Doncaster share about their views on moral residue and moral distress in our profession. Assisted by licensed psychotherapist Jennifer Baxendale to guide our audience through these discussions, this session will give space to discuss this important topic and guide participants on what to do with these feelings to handle them in a healthy way.

Megan Brydon (MSc BHSc MRT(NM) FCAMRT) is a fat, neurospicy MRT from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. She is known for her relentless quest to break boundaries in research, advocating for unseen and ignored/underrepresented patient populations. Megan has led research teams examining empathy in carers, is a pioneer in investigating weight bias and its impact on patient care, and is a disruptor in the moral distress & emotional burden of carers space. She currently advises on Health Policy for the Department of Health and Wellness for the Province of Nova Scotia.

Kristy Peters is a Medical Radiation Therapist at the PEI Cancer Treatment Centre in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. She holds a Bachelor of Science with a major in Biology from St. Francis Xavier University and a Bachelor of Health Science in Radiation Therapy from the University of New Brunswick. With over a decade of experience in the field, Kristy is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to her patients.

Emma Doncaster is an MRT in her second year of her career. She graduated from UNB in 2024 and did her clinical training at the Moncton City Hospital. Since graduating, she has moved to New Glasgow Nova Scotia and works at the Aberdeen Regional Hospital in General Radiography, CT, and Mammography. She is passionate about being an MRT and is excited for what this career has to offer.

Jennifer Baxendale has a primary orientation as a psychotherapist is psychodynamic with an emphasis on trauma related concerns/developmental disruptions. In the 16 years she has been in practice she has devoted her attention to treating PTSD and CPTSD utilizing a variety of modalities including Resource Tapping, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), AF-EMDR (Attachment Focused – Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and DBR (Deep Brain Reorienting). Her approach her clients with the belief that each individual has the natural ability to heal themselves given the optimal environment is provided. As she grows in her understanding of human nature and the mechanisms of the central nervous system, she is inspired by the growth and healing she experience in my clients on a regular basis.

Mentorship in Motion: A New Grad’s Perspective on Guiding and Growing as an MRT

This presentation will explore the evolving role of mentorship in medical radiation technology, highlighting the unique perspective of a newly graduated MRT. By drawing on experiences as both a recent mentee and a developing mentor, the session will emphasize the importance of supportive, compassionate mentorship in strengthening professional growth and fostering collaboration within healthcare teams.

Ellen Cole is a newly graduated Medical Radiation Technologist with Health PEI, working at Kings County Memorial Hospital in Montague, Prince Edward Island. Having recently transitioned from student to professional, Ellen brings a unique perspective on mentorship. While continuing to grow as a new MRT, she also supports and guides others entering the field. This experience allows her to see both sides of the mentorship journey, from being a learner to becoming a mentor. Ellen is passionate about fostering supportive learning environments in healthcare and is excited to share her insights on building strong, positive mentorship relationships within the profession.

Working on It: Focusing on Mental Wellness in your Work

In this closing keynote, you will experience shared laughter, hear recent research on workplace health, and take away some practical approaches that can be integrated into personal wellness, including key questions like: Is mental wellness given the same consideration as physical wellness? How can work teams find meaningful ways of handling setbacks and stressful situations? What are some practical strategies we can personally adopt to handle information overload?

Known for quick wit and sharp timing, Patrick has captivated audiences across the Island and beyond. From his appearances on CBC’s “The Debaters” to his performances in Hunter River and “The Island Summer Review,” Ledwell has spent over a decade and a half honing his craft, spinning everyday life experiences and PEI news stories into laughter. In addition to his comedy career, Patrick holds a Masters Degrees in English Literature and Information Design. He is a certified adult educator and works in education at Holland College. He collaborates with a wide range of learners, within different organizations, and draws from these experience to cultivate a broad view on positive workplace practices.

Thank you to our program committee!

• Peggy Hullah RTR ACR
• Sandy Brown RTR CTIC
• Jemimah Jematiah RTR
• Emma Doncaster RTR
• Edmond Kodua RTR
• Anne Sibbald RTR CTIC
• Megan Perrot RTR
• Cassie Maclean RTR CTIC
• Jemma Aubert RTR CBIS
• Angela Millett RTNM CTIC

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Everyone deserves clear answers about their health, starting with an early and accurate diagnosis. For over 125 years, Bayer has been researching and developing innovative medications and therapeutic approaches and chemicals that help make a difference to people’s lives. Building on this extensive heritage in healthcare, we know that medical imaging plays a critical role in choosing the right treatment. Bayer is committed to providing excellence, from innovative products to high-quality services. The portfolio includes contrast media for computed tomography (CT), X-Ray, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), devices for their precise administration, informatics solutions to support efficient and optimal patient care, as well as acknowledged educational programs. In addition, Bayer is strongly committed to research and development and leverages artificial intelligence, thus further driving innovation in medical imaging. Each of these offerings helps HCPs in their mission to deliver answers and a clear direction – from diagnosis to care.

www.radiology.bayer.ca/en

Health PEI, a crown corporation, is responsible for the delivery of publicly funded health services in Prince Edward Island.

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We are a diagnostic imaging clinic offering MRI and US services since 2002. We are located in Halifax Nova Scotia.

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BRACCO IMAGING Canada (BIC) distributes contrast agents, medical devices, IT solutions and delivery systems in CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Radiology and Interventional Cardiology. Located in Montreal, BIC employs over 150 highly skilled employees and strives to provide healthcare professionals with superior products and services. A member of the Bracco group, a multinational company active in the life sciences sector, world leader in imaging diagnostics. Every day, we research and perfect increasingly advanced and sustainable techniques and solutions to open up new avenues in diagnostic imaging. So that the path of science and prevention does not stop, but continues to look forward. Our goal is to improve people’s lives by shaping the future of prevention and precision imaging. Our mission is to be proud of our commitment to patients, our history of innovation, the talent of our team and our sustainable approach

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The Talent Recruitment Division works in close collaboration with key partners across New Brunswick — including EECD, Social Development, Health, the Extra-Mural Program, and the Regional Health Authorities (Horizon Health Network and Vitalité Health Network) — to attract and retain skilled professionals for vital roles throughout the province.

If you’re looking for a place where you can grow your healthcare career while building a healthy, well-rounded life, look no further. In New Brunswick, you can be more.

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Based on a respect for life, the Canon Medical Systems Corporation group is always contributing to healthcare and social welfare by providing innovative and advanced products and solutions to its customers worldwide. Improving the quality of life: Offering technology that provides faster, more accurate diagnoses, improved treatment and enhanced patient care. Life-long commitment to innovation: Producing reliable systems that offer maximum uptime, increased utility and improved workflow for a life time. Achieving life time partnerships: A pervasive commitment to delivering customer-focused solutions for a life time over the world.

https://ca.medical.canon/

Fresenius Kabi is a global healthcare company headquartered in Bad Homburg, Germany, specializing in lifesaving medicines and technologies for infusion, transfusion, and clinical nutrition. In Canada, the company has been serving patients and healthcare providers for over 20 years, with its Canadian headquarters located in Toronto, Ontario. Fresenius Kabi Canada’s product portfolio includes intravenous specialty and generic medicines, transfusion technologies, infusion therapies, parenteral nutrition, and related medical devices. The company is committed to supplying high-quality, cost-effective pharmaceutical products and services to Canadians. In 2018, Fresenius Kabi Canada expanded its operations by opening a state-of-the-art compounding center in Mississauga, Ontario, designed to meet new provincial and federal regulations in sterile compounding. This facility enhances the company’s ability to provide ready-to-administer intravenous medications to hospitals across the country.

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Siemens Healthineers pioneers breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. The company is a global provider of healthcare equipment, solutions and services, with activities in more than 180 countries and direct representation in more than 70. The group comprises Siemens Healthineers AG, listed as SHL in Frankfurt, Germany, and its subsidiaries. As a leading medical technology company, Siemens Healthineers is committed to improving access to healthcare for underserved communities worldwide and is striving to overcome the most threatening diseases. The company is principally active in the areas of imaging, diagnostics, cancer care and minimally invasive therapies, augmented by digital technology and artificial intelligence. In fiscal 2024, which ended on September 30, 2024, Siemens Healthineers had approximately 73,000 employees worldwide and generated revenue of around €22.4 billion.

https://www.siemens-healthineers.ca

At Health Careers in Saskatchewan, we help you find employment with health employers throughout the province, such as the Saskatchewan Health Authority, the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency as well as private affiliates. We work with employers, health system partners and stakeholders to find opportunities for health care professionals in all communities throughout Saskatchewan.

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The Novari MIRM™ medical imaging requisition management software solution allows medical imaging departments to securely receive and process orders and referrals. The Novari technology includes; paperless & customized workflows for every modality, eProtocolling, AI referral processing capabilities, and wait list/workflow management backed by AI assisted real-time analytics. Novari MIRM complements and integrates with many hospital information systems (HIS) (e.g., Epic, Meditech, Oracle Health, etc.), electronic medical record (EMR) systems (e.g., Accuro, Telus, etc.), PACS systems (e.g., AGFA, GE Healthcare, Philips, etc.) and others. Using DICOM and other technologies, Novari facilitates paperless MI processes and workflows. Headquartered in Canada, Novari Health has a global presence with offices in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Novari is ISO 27001 certified and a Microsoft Partner.

www.novarihealth.com/

GE HealthCare is a leading global innovator in medical technology and digital solutions. We partner with healthcare providers to unlock the full potential of care through advanced imaging, intelligent devices, and integrated solutions. Our mission is to empower clinicians with better tools to deliver better outcomes—helping build a world where healthcare knows no limits.

https://www.gehealthcare.ca/en-ca/