A Resource for Healthcare and Social Services Professionals
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DEA-eligible
Topic: Journal Club
A drop-in session open to individuals working in the field of addiction where we discuss an evidence-based article with implications for substance use disorder practice. This month, we will discuss "Extended-Release 7-Day Injectable Buprenorphine for Patients With Minimal to Mild Opioid Withdrawal" by D’Onofrio G, Herring AA, Perrone J, et al.
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Thursday, 9/5/2024 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm ET |
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Virtual event |
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Intended AudienceIndividuals working in the field of addiction medicine. |
Topic: Alcohol
This comprehensive training is tailored for healthcare providers managing alcohol use disorder (AUD), with an emphasis on optimizing patient care through effective use of medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUD). Participants will gain knowledge of the 3 FDA-approved medications for AUD-naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram-including their mechanism of action, efficacy, and safety profiles. The training will also cover the clinical indications and contraindications of each medication to ensure appropriate use. Best practices for administering extended-release naltrexone injections will also be covered. Additionally, participants will develop skills necessary to create individualized treatment plans that integrate MAUD to enhance recovery outcomes, addressing patient-specific needs and improving adherence.
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Friday, 9/6/2024 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET |
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Virtual event |
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Intended AudienceClinical staff, and non-clinicians. |
Topic: Stimulants
This training is a guide for addiction care teams caring for people who use stimulants, including cocaine and methamphetamines. The training will review the basic science of addiction related to stimulants. The session includes discussion on the practical implementation of evidence-based treatment for patients who use stimulants, with a concentration on outpatient treatment settings.
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Monday, 9/9/2024 9:00 am – 12:00 pm ET |
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This training fulfills the DEA's 8-hour training requirement for prescribers |
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Virtual event |
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Intended AudiencePhysicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, recovery coaches, and all other healthcare professionals treating addiction are welcome and encouraged to attend. |
Topic: ECHO
As part of the twice-monthly MA OBAT ECHO® series, Glimar Rodriguez, LADC-I, LICSW, MA PGS will review the prevalence of problematic gambling, describe clinical characteristics of patients with gambling disorder, and discuss interventions for treating gambling disorder. The didactic will be followed by a de-identified patient case presentation from an ECHO® participant and recommendations from the panel of experts and attendees.
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Tuesday, 9/10/2024 7:30 am – 9:00 am ET |
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This training fulfills the DEA's 8-hour training requirement for prescribers |
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Virtual event |
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Intended AudienceAdvanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN), Physicians (MD/DO), Physician Assistants (PA), Nurses (LPN/RN), Social Workers (LCSW/LICSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LADC), Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselors (CADC), Community Health Workers (CHW), Recovery Coaches. |
Topic: Addiction 101
This training will provide the foundational knowledge on addiction as a chronic medical condition and an overview of evidence-based interventions, including medications for addiction treatment (MAT).
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Tuesday, 9/10/2024 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET |
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This training fulfills the DEA's 8-hour training requirement for prescribers |
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Virtual event |
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Intended AudienceMedical providers, nurses, social workers, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LADC), Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselors (CADC), Community Health Workers (CHW), recovery coaches, counselors, Licensed Mental health Counselors (LMHC), and members of the community. |
Topic: ECHO
As part of the twice-monthly SUD Care Continuum ECHO® series, Dina Gonslaves-Perez will explain the relationship between substance use disorder (SUD) and exercise and discuss how exercise is a component of holistic approach to SUD treatment. The didactic will be followed by a de-identified patient case presentation from an ECHO® participant and recommendations from the panel of experts and attendees.
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Wednesday, 9/11/2024 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm ET |
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This training fulfills the DEA's 8-hour training requirement for prescribers |
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Virtual event |
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Intended AudienceAdvanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN), Physicians (MD/DO), Physician Assistants (PA), Nurses (LPN/RN), Social Workers (LCSW/LICSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LADC), Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselors (CADC), Community Health Workers (CHW), Recovery Coaches. |
Topic: Recovery Coach Drop-in Forum
A drop-in session for recovery coaches to discuss coaching and other topics related to substance use, recovery, and coaching. This group is only open to recovery coaches and peer support specialists - please respect these requirements as this is a dedicated and protected space for those in the field needing support.
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Thursday, 9/12/2024 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET |
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Virtual event |
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Intended AudienceRecovery coaches and peer support specialists who provide direct support to recoverees/patients in the field of addiction. We respectfully ask that those in supervisory roles not attend these sessions – thank you for your understanding. |
Topic: Recovery Month Series
This training will identify potential gaps in care for individuals in recovery, with specific strategies of how care team members can help to overcome them. Through a moderated panel discussion, we will hear three unique and varied stories from individuals who identify as being in recovery, with the goal of identifying barriers and facilitators to recovery. Knowledge gaps among healthcare teams, including recognizing the varied paths of individuals in recovery, will be identified. In turn, this will bolster teams’ abilities to understand the unique experiences of individuals in recovery while better facilitating support for them.
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Thursday, 9/12/2024 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm ET |
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Virtual event |
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Intended AudienceClinical staff, non-clinicians, and members of the community. |
Topic: Office Hours
A virtual open forum session where clinical providers and staff supporting those with substance use can drop in with addiction-related questions or brief de-identified challenging cases for discussion.
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Thursday, 9/12/2024 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm ET |
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Virtual event |
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Intended AudienceClinical providers and staff supporting those with substance use. |
Topic: Alcohol
This training will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of public health strategies to prevent excessive alcohol use, focusing on environmental, community, and policy-based interventions. Participants will explore how increased alcohol outlet density impacts a community, highlighting the correlation between higher density and elevated levels of alcohol-related harm. Additionally, we will learn about key policy approaches to limit alcohol access, such as restricting hours of sale and limiting days of sale. The training will also delve into how increased taxation can effectively reduce alcohol consumption by making it less affordable.
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Friday, 9/13/2024 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET |
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Virtual event |
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Intended AudienceClinical staff, and non-clinicians. |
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