In this video course, the current data on increased use of methamphetamine and cocaine by patients on medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) will be reviewed. After describing clinical concerns related to use of stimulants, including decreased retention on MOUD,...
In this course, Dr. Nichols will address what polypharmacy is and the impact of polypharmacy on patient care and quality of life. This course also addresses management strategies for polypharmacy, emphasizing polypharmacy management that involves opioids and...
In this course, Dr. Goldsmith will explore how stigma undermines evidence-based practice to address opioid use disorder, treatment and recovery. It will examine the factors that contribute to the opioid epidemic as well as what can be done to help communities move...
Maine laws permit a health care provider to accept a minor’s consent as valid and sufficient – without parental consent. This course will provide an overview of the basis for valid consent; providers’ ability to accept or decline a minor’s consent; a minor’s right to...
Methamphetamine and cocaine use rates and overdose deaths are rapidly increasing in much of the U.S. Clinical challenges presented by stimulant users and current protocols for addressing acute medical/psychiatric conditions will be reviewed in this course and...