Tri-Territorial Health & Social Professionals Conference

Provide a terminology check-in, connect previous and current Canadian government policies and practices to the current state of Indigenous Peoples’ health, summarize key learnings, wise practices, and examples of strategies to decolonize and Indigenize culturally safe and humble substance use care, education, and research.

Health systems increasingly recognize the crucial role of patient collaboration, especially in managing chronic diseases. However, many healthcare providers lack the training to address the psychological aspects of chronic disease management effectively. In this presentation, Dr. Dayna offers science-backed strategies to enhance patient engagement and empower patients to take ownership of their health journey. Drawing from behavioral science and motivational interviewing, she will explore effective communication techniques to integrate patient perspectives into treatment plans for better adherence and outcomes. Finally, she will review the importance of supporting behavior change in healthcare providers themselves, who are being asked to transition from their traditional training as an expert into shared decision-making. Attendees will gain practical, science-based strategies they can use in their daily practice to foster meaningful partnerships with patients.