Navigating Conflict of Interest in practice
Session details
đź“… Date: Monday November 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET
đź“Ť Location: Zoom webinar
đź“– CEs: 1 Category A (Jurisprudence)
Recognizing a conflict of interest is an important part of maintaining professional judgment and keeping patients’ interests at the forefront. Conflicts may be actual, potential, or perceived and can arise in a range of practice situations, including referrals, business arrangements, financial interests, dual roles, product sales, and prescribing or dispensing.
This Regulatory Education Program (REP) session will help you build confidence in recognizing and navigating conflict-of-interest situations in practice. Drawing on the College’s Standard of Practice: Conflict of Interest and Conflict of Interest Guideline, along with practical case examples, we’ll explore how to identify potential risks, apply regulatory expectations, and take appropriate steps to disclose, document, and manage conflicts.
Key takeaways:
- recognize circumstances that may give rise to a conflict of interest
- assess conflict-of-interest situations using applicable College standards and guidance
- determine appropriate actions to manage conflicts while protecting patient interests and maintaining professional integrity
PRESENTERS
Dr. Onkar Singh
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Onkar Singh, ND has been in clinical practice for the past 22 years and has served as a clinical supervisor at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic for the past 19 years. He is also an active volunteer with the College, contributing in a number of capacities, including as an IVIT Premises Inspector and presenter for the Regulatory Education Program, and as a former member of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee.
His areas of clinical interest include mental health and pain management. Outside of his clinical practice, Onkar is also a well-known and accomplished vocalist and musician specializing in Indian classical music.
Dr. Erin Psota
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Erin Psota, ND graduated from CCNM in 2005, and her passion for pediatrics led her to pursue a pediatrics residency at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Arizona. Erin has a private practice on Bloor Street in Toronto and supervises the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic at CCNM. In addition to working with the College on the Regulatory Education Program, Erin serves as a Council member, is Chair of the Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee, and sits on the Examination Committee and Examination Appeals Committee.
Dr. Jordan Sokoloski
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Jordan Sokoloski, ND, has a primary care, family focused practice at Thunder Bay Naturopathic Clinic in Thunder Bay, Ontario. He completed his undergraduate degree in biology at McMaster University in Hamilton and graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto in 2013.
Jordan grew up in Thunder Bay and knew he wanted to practice in beautiful Northern Ontario. Jordan regularly participates in speaking engagements for various local organizations and working to foster connections with other health care providers interested in learning more about naturopathy. When he is not busy at the clinic, Dr. Sokoloski, ND, enjoys family time with his wife and two boys, being outdoors or with a good board game or book.