Event
From Science to Sense-Making : talking about persistent physical symptoms in Family Practice
Thursday, June 4, 2026 08:30to16:30
Jewish General Hospital - Herzl Family Practice Centre (Pavillion H second floor), Montreal, QC, H3S 1Y9, CA
Price:
Free
Event title:聽From Science to sense-making : talking about persistent physical symptoms in family practice
厂辫别补办别谤:听Chris Burton, University of Sheffield, UK.
Date:聽Thursday June 4, 8.30 -4.30pm
Location : Jewish General Hospital - Herzl Family Practice Centre (Pavillion H second floor), 5790 Chemin de la C么te-des-Neiges, Montr茅al, QC H3S 1Y9
Learning Objectives :
- Explain core biopsychosocial and neurobiological mechanisms underlying persistent physical symptoms
- Demonstrate communication strategies that validate patients鈥� experiences of persistent symptoms, address uncertainty and stigma, and support therapeutic alliance without reinforcing unnecessary investigations
- Apply the REAL framework to collaboratively develop shared explanations and management plans that align with patients鈥� goals and promote function, self鈥憁anagement, and continuity of care
Chris Burton
Chris Burton is Professor of Primary Medical Care at the University of Sheffield, UK. His main interest is in persistent physical symptoms but his work extends to broader issues around the intersection of physical and mental health. His work focuses on the interpersonal aspects of care including involving the processes of diagnosis, explanation and reassurance. Chris recently led Multiple Symptoms Study 3, a large trial of an extended role GP consultation intervention for persistent physical symptoms.
Contact Information
Contact:
Bhinesha Seetaram
Organization:
Faculty Development
Email:
facdevcme.fammed [at] mcgill.ca
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