101 Series: CAT-ch Me Up- An Introduction to Catastrophic
Impairment for Healthcare Providers and Lawyers

Presenters: Philippa Samworth. Partner, Dutton Brock LLP, and
Dr. Lisa Becker, BSc (Hons), MD, FRCP(C), Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Medical Director and Clinical Coordinator, Omega Medical Associates
Moderator: Dr. Stephen Brown, BSc, MD, FRCPC

***This program qualifies for 1.5 hours of substantive CPD credits.***

Join us on Tuesday, September 30, for a 90-minute live webinar featuring Philippa Samworth, Partner at Dutton Brock LLP, and Dr. Lisa Becker, BSc (Hons), MD, FRCP(C), a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the Medical Director and Clinical Coordinator at Omega Medical Associates. The session will be moderated by Dr. Stephen Brown, BSc, MD, FRCPC.

For healthcare providers and lawyers new to the Catastrophic Impairment arena, understanding how CAT status is determined, and your role in that process, is critical to success. This session breaks down the medicolegal pillars for healthcare providers and lawyers, guiding you through the criteria, the players involved, and the stages of the claims process. You’ll learn the essentials of the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS), the roles of assessors and lawyers, and how to build strong, defensible evidence from the start. You’ll also learn the differing perspectives of plaintiff and defence counsel. By the end, you’ll have a foundational roadmap for approaching CAT cases with increased confidence, competence, and steps to enhance your practice.

What You’ll Learn:

• CAT Basics: SABS criteria, who decides CAT status, and when it happens in the claims process.
• Preparation Essentials: Training, understanding the file history, and knowing your role in the process.
• Healthcare Provider Insights: Scope of practice, the essential role of mentorship, surveillance implications, and features of defensible medicolegal evidence.
• Lawyer Perspectives: How plaintiff and defense counsel approach CAT claims differently.
• Avoiding Pitfalls: Recognizing vague conclusions, addressing inconsistencies, and maintaining consistency across the CAT team.

REGISTRATION FEES
Members: $75.00
Young Practitioner / Senior Members: $50.00
Student Members: $25.00
Allied Health Professionals: $79.00
Non-Members: $110.00
*The Above rates are subject to 13% HST.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from leading experts and be part 
of an engaging and informative discussion.

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CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations made one (1) week or more prior to the event will receive a 75% refund. Cancellations made less than one (1) week before the event are non-refundable. Delegate substitutions are welcome at no additional cost.

PROGRAM CHANGES: MLST reserves the right to cancel the event or make changes to speakers, program content, or event date without prior notice. We assume no liability for any such changes.

For further information, please email mlst@mlst.ca or call the MLST office at 416.494.1440 x 258 and speak with Cristina.