Optimization Training - Classes in October 2026

The CMIO Prescriber Experience team offers Optimization classes (a.k.a. Thrive classes), where Connect Care prescribers can learn how to take full advantage of the features of the clinical information system, to help maximize their productivity and spend more time with patients. Classes are typically 60 minutes in length each and focus on completing common workflows more efficiently.

Below are the Optimization classes currently scheduled for October 2026. 

• Dragon Medical One (DMO) Advanced
• October 15, 12:00–13:00
• October 30, 15:00–16:00
• In Basket Clean Up 1:1
• October 5, 11:00–11:30
• October 6, 09:00–09:30
• October 8, 09:00–09:30
• October 13, 11:30–12:00, 12:30–13:00
• October 16, 08:30–09:00
• October 19, 11:00–11:30
• October 23, 09:30–10:00
• October 26, 11:30–12:00
• October 27, 08:30–09:00
• Medical Officer of Health (MOH) 1:1
• October 5, 13:00–13:30
• October 9, 14:00–14:30
• October 20, 11:00–11:30
• October 22, 09:00–09:30
• October 26, 14:00–14:30
• October 28, 11:00–11:30
• Notes
• October 5, 12:00–13:00
• October 19, 12:00–13:00
• Orders Personalization
• October 19, 09:00–10:00
• October 27, 12:00–13:00
• SmartTools
• October 6, 12:00–13:00
• October 22, 12:00–13:00

Prescribers can register for these Optimization classes at the below link (clicking the “Optimization” button at the bottom of any page in the Connect Care Manual will also take you to the booking page); a tip sheet provides help navigating the booking page. Spots are limited to ensure trainers can address individual questions. Please ensure that you review your confirmation email from "Bookings CMIO Thrive" for the class link, and requirements for the session.

• Register: CMIO Optimization Classes
• Tip: How To Register for CMIO Thrive/Optimization Classes
• Manual: Optimization Training
• Questions: CMIO.Optimization@healthsharedservices.ca

Optimization Training - Classes in September 2026 [Updated]

The CMIO Prescriber Experience team offers Optimization classes (a.k.a. Thrive classes), where Connect Care prescribers can learn how to take full advantage of the features of the clinical information system, to help maximize their productivity and spend more time with patients. Classes are typically 60 minutes in length each and focus on completing common workflows more efficiently.

Below are the Optimization classes currently scheduled for September 2026. [Edit, Sep 3: three additional Orders Personalization sessions added.] 

• Dragon Medical One (DMO) Advanced
• September 10, 12:00–13:00
• September 25, 15:00–16:00
• In Basket Management
• September 1, 13:00–14:00
• September 18, 12:00–1300
• September 22, 12:00–13:00
• September 24, 13:00–14:00
• Lab Ordering
• September 2, 11:00–12:00
• September 16, 11:00–12:00
• Medical Officer of Health (MOH) 1:1
• September 9, 12:00–12:30
• September 10, 11:00–11:30
• September 16, 12:30–13:00
• September 17, 11:00–11:30
• September 23, 15:00–15:30
• September 24, 11:00–11:30
• September 28, 14:00–14:30
• September 29, 13:00–13:30
• Notes
• September 15, 12:00–13:00
• September 29, 12:00–13:00
• Orders Personalization
• September 8, 11:00–12:00
• September 10, 12:00–13:00
• September 23, 12:00–13:00
• September 24, 08:00–09:00
• September 25, 07:00–08:00
• SmartTools
• September 9, 12:00–13:00
• September 23, 12:00–13:00
• Therapy Plans
• September 3, 12:00–13:00
• September 10, 13:00–14:00
• September 23, 12:00–13:00
• September 30, 12:00–13:00

Prescribers can register for these Optimization classes at the below link (clicking the “Optimization” button at the bottom of any page in the Connect Care Manual will also take you to the booking page); a tip sheet provides help navigating the booking page. Spots are limited to ensure trainers can address individual questions. Please ensure that you review your confirmation email from "Bookings CMIO Thrive" for the class link, and requirements for the session.

• Register: CMIO Optimization Classes
• Tip: How To Register for CMIO Thrive/Optimization Classes
• Manual: Optimization Training
• Questions: CMIO.Optimization@healthsharedservices.ca

Quarterly Reports for Physicians Treating Patients with Heart Failure

It was previously announced that, as of October 2025, quarterly reports would be sent from Cardiovascular Care Alberta to physicians who cared for patients hospitalized with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF; LVEF ≤ 40%), with the goal to optimize guideline directed medical therapy (GDMT) in patients. Below is further information on this initiative.

Why are physicians who treat heart failure patients receiving quarterly reports?

Cardiovascular Care Alberta is leading an evidenced-based data-driven care optimization initiative for patients admitted with HF at acute care hospital sites across the province. Patient outcomes are improved when all four therapies are optimized (Canadian Cardiovascular Society Heart Failure guideline recommendations [McDonald M et al. Can J Cardiol 2021; 37: 531-546]; click the camera icon to see figure). Patients with HFrEF may be frequently hospitalized, which provides an opportunity to advance care. 

An increase in 10% in optimal GDMT was associated with significant reductions in [Cotter G et al. JAMA Cardiol 2024; 9(2): 114-124]:

• 180-day HF readmissions or all cause death (adjusted HR 0.89; 95% CI 0.81-0.98; p=0.01); and 
• 180-day all-cause mortality (adjusted HR 0.84; 95% CI 0.73-0.95; p=0.007).

What is the goal?

Target: As reflected in the inaugural October 1, 2025 reports (seen here), adherence to prescribing all four medications remains suboptimal at 42% and Modified Heart Failure Collaboratory Score (mHFC) at 64% (n=893; January 1-March 31, 2025). While the results reported address indication and contra-indications to therapy, target scores will vary because each patient treatment optimization depends on a variety of factors and clinical judgement. Improvement can be measured by higher scores over time. 

Through patient level data-driven feedback, the aim of this initiative is to highlight areas for enhancement and support reflective practice. Individual reports are confidential and will not be shared; only managing healthcare providers will receive their own data.

Therapeutic goal: To have patients with HFrEF receive appropriate foundational GDMT (if tolerated) prior to HF hospitalization discharge. 

Data and Feedback Timing

The reports reflect a 3-month data lag based on the Discharge Abstract Database. While retrospective data is useful, we recognize that the most effective time for feedback is during direct patient care. Physicians are encouraged to access real-time Connect Care GDMT feedback (for details, see: GDMT and mHFC detail summary). 

Further Information

Questions can be emailed to: CardiovascularCareAlberta@acutecarealberta.ca.