Did That Cross a Line? A Practical Guide to Professionalism for Faculty

Format: Virtual webinar via Zoom

Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 5:00PM – 7:00PM

Presenters: Dr. Anna Byszewski and Dr. Sudhir Sundaresan

Accreditation: 2.00 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits | 2.00 RCPSC Section 1 Hours

Professionalism is more than a policy — it is a daily practice that shapes our workplace and the learning environment, supports psychological safety, and defines our culture at the Faculty of Medicine. Yet, it is also one of the most challenging areas to navigate in real life. As faculty members, we are expected to model professional behavior, recognize when boundaries are crossed, and respond appropriately when concerns arise involving learners or colleagues. 

This interactive, case-based session brings professionalism out of the abstract and into real scenarios drawn from clinical and educational practice. Together, we will explore grey zones, develop confidence in identifying and addressing lapses, and learn how to support a respectful and inclusive workplace. This session is suited to all faculty members, especially front-line teachers and educational leaders committed to fostering excellence in the learning environment. 

 

Objectives

At the end of this session participants will be able to 

  1. Identify key types of boundaries and unprofessional behaviors in the workplace and learning environment (e.g. mistreatment, harassment, discrimination, substance use, inappropriate relationships) 
  2. Differentiate between a boundary crossing (warning sign) and a boundary violation (action required) 
  3. Assess when an incident requires informal guidance, formal reporting, or immediate escalation, based on the Newly updated Faculty of Medicine Professionalism policy  and expectations 

  4. Demonstrate how to report professionalism concerns through the appropriate institutional channel (UGME, PGME, Graduate Studies, Faculty Affairs) 
  5. Apply strategies and available resources for addressing professionalism issues with learners and colleagues in a way that is supportive and constructive 
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Centre d'innovation en éducation médical (CiEM)

Centre for Innovation in Medical Education (CiMED)

Faculté de médecine | Faculty of Medicine

850 Peter Morand Crescent

Ottawa, ON K1G 5Z3

cimedevents@uottawa.ca

 

 

 

 

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Respect and Professionalism: Treat all participants with courtesy and respect, regardless of their role, background, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, or professional status; Engage in open, thoughtful dialogue and avoid disruptive or disrespectful behaviour; Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing speech or actions. Anti-Harassment Commitment: Harassment in any form will not be tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to: Verbal or written comments that reinforce social marginalization or exclusion; Unwelcome sexual attention or advances; Intimidation, stalking, or sustained disruption of sessions or social events; Inappropriate use of images, recordings, or online content during the event. 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Centre d'innovation en éducation médical (CiEM)

Centre for Innovation in Medical Education (CiMED)

Faculté de médecine | Faculty of Medicine

850 Peter Morand Crescent

Ottawa, ON K1G 5Z3

cimedevents@uottawa.ca

 

 

 

 

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Centre d'innovation en éducation médical (CiEM)

Centre for Innovation in Medical Education (CiMED)

Faculté de médecine | Faculty of Medicine

850 Peter Morand Crescent

Ottawa, ON K1G 5Z3

cimedevents@uottawa.ca

 

 

 

 

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