Optimization Training - Classes in July 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 July 2026. 

• AMH Neuromodulation
• July 15, 12:00–13:00
• Dragon Medical One (DMO) Advanced
• July 15, 12:00–13:00
• July 30, 12:00–13:00
• In Basket Clean Up 1:1
• July 13, 11:00–11:30, 13:00–13:30
• July 14, 09:00–09:30, 10:00–10:30
• July 15, 12:30–13:00
• July 16, 10:00–10:30
• July 28, 12:00–12:30
• July 29, 12:00–12:30
• July 30, 09:00–09:30
• July 31, 09:00–09:30
• In Basket Management
• July 14, 08:00–09:00, 11:30–12:30
• July 17, 11:00–12:00
• July 22, 14:30–15:30
• July 23, 11:00–12:00
• Lab Ordering
• July 10, 12:00–13:00
• July 15, 11:00–12:00
• Notes
• July 13, 12:00–13:00
• July 28, 12:00–13:00
• Orders Optimization
• July 7, 13:00–14:00
• July 13, 12:00–13:00
• July 22, 11:00–12:00
• SmartTools
• July 7, 12:00–13:00
• July 21, 12:00–13:00
• Therapy Plans
• July 9, 12:00–13:00
• July 13, 09:00–10:00
• July 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 June 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 June 2026 [edit May 29: updated with more classes]. 

• Dragon Medical One (DMO) Advanced
• June 11, 12:00–13:00
• June 25, 12:00–13:00
• In Basket Clean Up 1:1
• June 2, 08:30–09:00, 10:00–10:30
• June 3, 08:00–08:30
• June 4, 12:00–12:30, 13:00–13:30
• June 8, 09:00–09:30
• June 9, 08:30–09:00, 10:00–10:30
• June 10, 12:00–12:30
• June 11, 14:00–14:30, 15:00–15:30
• June 15, 08:00–08:30, 09:00–09:30
• June 22, 12:00–12:30, 13:00–13:30
• June 24, 12:00–12:30
• In Basket Management
• June 3, 09:00–10:00
• June 4, 15:00–16:00
• June 11, 11:00–12:00
• June 12, 14:00–15:00
• June 17, 09:30–10:30
• Lab Ordering
• June 5, 10:00–11:00
• Notes
• June 1, 12:00–13:00
• June 15, 12:00–13:00
• Orders Optimization
• June 9, 11:00–12:00
• June 11, 09:30–10:30
• SmartTools
• June 10, 12:00–13:00
• June 22, 12:00–13:00
• Therapy Plans
• June 2, 12:00–13:00
• June 9, 11:00–12:00
• June 18, 12:00–13:00
• June 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

Optimization Training - Classes in May 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 scheduled for May 2026. 

• New: AMH Neuromodulation
• May 5, 13:00–14:00
• Dragon Medical One (DMO) Advanced
• May 19, 07:00–08:00
• May 29, 12:00–13:00
• In Basket Management
• May 7, 15:00–16:00
• May 19, 13:00–14:00
• May 22, 14:30–15:30
• May 26, 10:00–11:00
• Lab Ordering
• May 6, 12:00–13:00
• May 20, 12:00–13:00
• Notes
• May 5, 12:00–13:00
• May 21, 12:00–13:00
• Orders Optimization
• May 14, 11:00–12:00
• May 19, 12:00–13:00
• SmartTools
• May 20, 12:00–13:00
• May 26, 12:00–13:00
• Therapy Plans
• May 1, 12:00–13:00
• May 7, 13:00–14:00
• May 13, 12:00–13:00
• May 20, 12:00–13:00
• May 27, 11:00–12:00

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.