Overview / Abstract: |
This activity educates physicians, pharmacists, and other allied health personnel on the latest CDC guidelines surrounding prescription opioids as well as the latest epidemiological data surrounding addiction management and treatment. Multiple expert physicians trained in pain management as well as addiction management will discuss current best practices in both disciplines, while academic pharmacists will explain mechanisms of action, potential side effects, and regulatory issues surrounding prescription opioid medications, including novel therapies that employ abuse-deterrent technology. |
Expiration |
May 22, 2018 |
Discipline(s) |
Counselor CE, Nurse Practitioner , Nursing CNE, Pharmacy CPE, Physician CME, Physician Assistant CME |
Format |
Webinar / Webcast / Video |
Credits / Hours |
1.0 |
Accreditation |
ACPE |
Presenters / Authors / Faculty |
Ruixuan Jiang, PharmD Todd Lee, PharmD, PhD Michael Phillip Sprintz, DO Forest Tennant, MD, MPH, DrPH Moderated by: |
Sponsors / Supporters / Grant Providers |
This activity is supported by educational funding provided by Teva Pharmaceuticals. |
Keywords / Search Terms |
ACHL Opioid, opioids, pain management, psychiatry, Ruixuan Jiang, Todd Lee, Michael Phillip Sprintz, Forest Tennant, public health, prevention, addiction, narcotics, chronic pain Free CE CME |