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ABOUT SPEAKERS
Sunday, October 5, 2025 - Physical and Mental Health in the Modern Workplace
| Protecting Worker Health via Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders: Evidence, Resources, and a Look to the Future Steven Fisher Dr. Steven Fischer is a Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist, Registered Kinesiologist, and Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo, where he directs the Occupational Biomechanics and Ergonomics Lab. |
| When Chronic Pain Does Not Go Away, Think Nociplastic Pain Mechanisms Andrea Furlan Dr. Andrea Furlan is specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and practices Pain medicine at Toronto Rehab UHN. She is professor of medicine at the University of Toronto and Scientist at the Insitute for Work & Health.
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| Intimate Partner Violence in the Workplace Adriana Berlingieri Dr. Berlingieri is an expert on harassment and violence at work. She is an organizational consultant, and Research Partner and Adjunct Professor at the Centre for Research & Education on Violence Against Women & Children, at Western University. |
| Neurodiversity in the Workplace Maryna Mammoliti Dr. Mammoliti is a Canadian psychiatrist who practices in Ontario and Alberta with focus on physician health, neurodiversity, teaching, and workplace accommodations. Adam Ly Adam Ly, OT Reg. (Ont.) is a Registered Occupational Therapist practicing in London, Ontario. He specializes in helping adults who experience mild-moderate cognitive impairments, mental health, and return to work. |
 | Demystifying Ketamine Therapy: The Who, What, Where, How, and When for Treating Depression Monique Moller Dr. Monique Moller is a Staff Physician at CAMH and Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto. She founded the Addiction Consult Service at CAMH in 2021 and is involved in emergency care, the COMPASS outpatient program, and the Substance Use I. |
 | Cannabis and Safety-Sensitive Workplaces: The 2025 OEMAC Position Statement Supporting Recovery and Ensuring Safety: Return-to-Work Considerations for Employees with Substance Use Disorders Melissa Snider-Adler Dr. Melissa Snider-Adler is a board-certified Addiction Medicine physician, MRO, international speaker, and expert in workplace substance use, impairment, and drug testing. She advises & educates about managing substance use in the workplace. |
Monday, October 6, 2025 - Shared Solutions: Engaging Workplaces in Health Outcomes |
| Medico-Legal Difficulties for Occupational Medicine Physicians Alec Yarascavitch Dr. Alec Yarascavitch is both a physician and a lawyer. He obtained his medical degree at McMaster University, and dual JD/MBA degrees at the University of Toronto. He holds professional certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Law Society of Ontario. |
| Occupational Medicine-Related Legal Issues David Jacobs David Jacobs is a lawyer and senior partner at the firm of Watson Jacobs Bosnick LLP and has over 42 years experience in health law, professional regulation and discipline, and administrative law. Steven Bosnick Steven G. Bosnick is a lawyer the Managing Partner of Watson Jacobs Bosnick LLP. He has more than 20 years' experience in workplace related legal disputes, health law, and professional regulation. |
| Best Practices in Union-Management Relationships: The Strategic Role of the Occupational Medicine Physician in Promoting Health, Trust, and Collaboration Kathy Cuschieri Kathy Cuschieri is a seasoned Human Resources professional with over 20 years of experience specializing in human rights and accommodation, employee and labour relations, HR strategy, occupational health, and wellness, fitness for duty. She brings a strong commitment to fostering inclusive, healthy, and a supportive workplace in unionized environments. Kathy holds a bachelor's degree in human resources and labour relations and is a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) through the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA). Angie Clark |
| Insurance Industry Topics Eric Fonberg Eric Fonberg MD MPH MBA CCFP(EM) FCFP C.Dir. Emergency and primary care. Consulting to disability and critical illness insurers for 25 years. |
 | Work from Home: Privilege, Perk, or Prescription? Michael Schweigert Dr. Michael Schweigert is a specialist in occupational medicine and the current President of the Occupational Medicine Specialists of Canada. With extensive experience advising large organizations on workplace accommodation and disability issues, he brings his “hands on” clinical perspective to today’s complex challenges. |
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - Environmental Medicine: Responsibility Beyond the Workplace |
| Avian Influenza in Ontario, a Public Health Perspective Heather McClinchey Dr. Heather McClinchey is proud to be a veterinarian, farmer, wife, mother, and One Health champion. Since 2021, she has worked for the Ministry of Health as their public health veterinarian. On weekends, she works in clinical practice. Dr. Daniel Warshafsky is an Associate Chief Medical Officer of Health in the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health at Ontario’s Ministry of Health. His portfolio includes oversight for immunization and vaccine preventable disease and antimicrobial resistance. |
| Safety of Agricultural Workers Donald Cole Donald C. Cole is a occupational and environmental medicine specialist, professor emeritus, family farm member and research with a longstanding interest in agriculture and health.
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| Per-and Poly-Fluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) – Evolving Science, Human Health and Regulatory Contexts JinHee Kim JinHee Kim is the Physician Lead of Population Health at Public Health Ontario and an Assistant Professor in the Clinical Public Health Division, Dalla Lana School of Public Health and the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto. |
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Human Exposure and Health Outcomes Linked to Unconventional Oil and Gas Development in Northeast BC: A Community-Engaged Assessment Élyse Caron-Beaudoin
Dr. Caron-Beaudoin is an assistant professor in environmental health at the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on exposure and health impacts related to oil and gas, integrating toxicology, public health, and community-based approaches. |
| Pearls & Pitfalls in Occupational Medicine Dana Young Dr. Dana Young is an Associate of the Canadian Board of Occupational Medicine, and currently practices full-time occupational medicine with Canada’s national police force. She will begin her tenure as a tutor for the Foundation Course in Occupational Medicine Part A, in September 2025. Arif Bhimji Arif Bhimji is the Medical Director at Magna International Inc. David Elias Dr. David Elias is a physician, entrepreneur, educator, philanthropist, and the current President of the Canadian Board of Occupational Medicine. He is committed to transforming healthcare through technology, research and patient-centered solutions. |
| WSIB's Health and Safety Services Rod Cook For more than 20 years, Rod Cook has been a leader in business transformation in both the private and public sectors. In his current role as Vice President of Workplace Health and Safety Services (WHSS) at the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), he oversees all aspects of workplace health and safety programs including the implementation and evolution of innovative programs like the Health and Safety Excellence program. |
