Forensics in Laboratory medicine

General Objectives: By the end of the symposium, participants will be able to:
1. Gain an appreciation for the role of the laboratory in forensic testing
2. Understand the differences in quality assurance between clinical and forensic laboratories
3. Gain insight into the nuances of expert witness testimony

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* 1. Please asses the Sessions overrall

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Sufficient time was allowed for audience participation/active learning
The facilities were satisfactory.
The session was free from commercial bias
Overall, I would rate this Symposium as excellent

Please assess each Speaker by their Session:

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* 2. Break from Protocol - a Northern Physician's Perspective

Speaker: Dr. Frederick Strathmann
PhD, DABCC, Vice President of Quality Assurance, Director of New Technology & Innovation, Assistant Laboratory Director, NMS Labs, Willow Grove Pennsylvania



Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. List the major regulatory bodies and guidance documents applicable to Forensic testing.
2. Summarize the important differences and similarities with effective testimony in clinical and forensic contexts.
3. Assess the needed approach to effective innovation in the area of forensic science.

  Poor Fair Good Very Good Outstanding
Clarity of Voice
Met Stated Objectives
Balanced & Unbiased
Relevant to Practice Overall
Time for Active Learning

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* 3. Mock Trial

Speakers: The Honorable Lucie Mathurin,
Provincial Court Judge, Provincial Court, Moncton NB

Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Understand what is required from experts when testifying in a criminal proceeding
2. Understand the Mohan requirements for qualifying someone as an expert in a given field

  Poor Fair Good Very Good Outstanding
Clarity of Voice
Met Stated Objectives
Balanced & Unbiased
Relevant to Practice Overall
Time for Active Learning

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* 4. Mock Trial

Speakers: Mr. Patrick Wilbur,
Crown prosecutor, Crown Prosecutors Office, Saint John NB

Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Understand what is required from experts when testifying in a criminal proceeding
2. Understand the Mohan requirements for qualifying someone as an expert in a given field

  Poor Fair Good Very Good Outstanding
Clarity of Voice
Met Stated Objectives
Balanced & Unbiased
Relevant to Practice Overall
Time for Active Learning

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* 5. Mock Trial

Speakers: Dr. Matthew Bowes,
Chief Medical Examiner, Nova Scotia, Dartmouth NS

Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Understand what is required from experts when testifying in a criminal proceeding
2. Understand the Mohan requirements for qualifying someone as an expert in a given field

  Poor Fair Good Very Good Outstanding
Clarity of Voice
Met Stated Objectives
Balanced & Unbiased
Relevant to Practice Overall
Time for Active Learning

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* 6. Panel Discussion

Speaker: Dr. Frederick Strathmann
PhD, DABCC, Vice President of Quality Assurance, Director of New Technology & Innovation, Assistant Laboratory Director, NMS Labs, Willow Grove Pennsylvania



Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. List the major regulatory bodies and guidance documents applicable to Forensic testing.
2. Summarize the important differences and similarities with effective testimony in clinical and forensic contexts.
3. Assess the needed approach to effective innovation in the area of forensic science.

  Poor Fair Good Very Good Outstanding
Clarity of Voice
Met Stated Objectives
Balanced & Unbiased
Relevant to Practice Overall
Time for Active Learning

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* 7. Panel Discussion
Speakers: The Honorable Lucie Mathurin,
Provincial Court Judge, Provincial Court, Moncton NB

Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Understand what is required from experts when testifying in a criminal proceeding
2. Understand the Mohan requirements for qualifying someone as an expert in a given field

  Poor Fair Good Very Good Outstanding
Clarity of Voice
Met Stated Objectives
Balanced & Unbiased
Relevant to Practice Overall
Time for Active Learning

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* 8. Panel Discussion

Speakers: Mr. Patrick Wilbur,
Crown prosecutor, Crown Prosecutors Office, Saint John NB

Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Understand what is required from experts when testifying in a criminal proceeding
2. Understand the Mohan requirements for qualifying someone as an expert in a given field

  Poor Fair Good Very Good Outstanding
Clarity of Voice
Met Stated Objectives
Balanced & Unbiased
Relevant to Practice Overall
Time for Active Learning

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* 9. Panel Discussion

Speakers: Dr. Matthew Bowes,
Chief Medical Examiner, Nova Scotia, Dartmouth NS

Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Understand what is required from experts when testifying in a criminal proceeding
2. Understand the Mohan requirements for qualifying someone as an expert in a given field

  Poor Fair Good Very Good Outstanding
Clarity of Voice
Met Stated Objectives
Balanced & Unbiased
Relevant to Practice Overall
Time for Active Learning

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* 10. As a result of attending this session, I am planning to: 

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* 11. Please explain any changes you plan to make or personal learning projects you will pursue as a result of this session:

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* 12. Please indicate which CanMEDS roles you felt were addressed during this educational activity. (Select all that apply)

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* 13. General comments about individual speaker:

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* 14. What topics would you like to be addressed at future conferences to keep you up to date in your profession?

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