Treating Pain Safely: An Update for Prescribers
Apr 13, 2023 Open Medicine

Description
In recognition of specific education on opioid use disorder (OUD) and innovative treatment for chronic and/or acute pain, this workshop will provide updated information on evidence-based treatment modalities including non-opioid alternatives to pain management. Medical providers will gain tools to reduce the risk of opioid overdose, treat pain safely, and the skills to screen and treat substance use disorders (SUDs) in a patient-centered way. Participants will gain knowledge on:
• Updated tapering recommendations for patients on chronic opioid therapy
• Enhanced information on harm reduction strategies
• Emerging data on postoperative pain management for patients with OUD
• Addressing stigma and bias that prevent patients from receiving the best care
This program was designed to satisfy, in full, the North Carolina Medical Board's CME requirement for controlled substance prescribers. Per NCAC rules: As of July 1, 2017 all physicians (other than residents), physician assistants, nurse practitioners, podiatrists, and dentists who prescribe controlled substances must satisfy the controlled-substance prescribing CE requirements as set forth by their licensing boards; requirements vary by discipline and board.
MAHEC engages in evaluation activities to better understand the impact of our programs. By registering for this course, you agree that we may use your personal information in evaluative research regarding this program. Any reports published will be de-identified and reported in aggregate format.
Group Registrations
Registering 5 or more participants with one payment? Please use the paper registration form at the end of the PDF brochure. Send completed paper registrations for the full group to the Registration Team at MAHEC.Group Rate Available
$30/personFive or more from same agency, registering & paying at same time
(add $15 to fee if registering within one week of the event)
Target Audience
The program is recommended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and podiatrists.
Objectives
- Describe and examine the impact of the opioid crisis
- Identify and apply the CDC guidelines for prescribing opioids for acute and/or chronic pain
- Summarize and apply the STOP Act of 2017
- List and differentiate the opioid alternatives for acute and chronic pain
- Discuss the effectiveness of Medication-Assisted Treatment
- Interpret how stigma and bias create barriers to effective treatment of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
Faculty
- Carriedelle H. Fusco, RN, MSN, FNP-BC
- Susan W. McDowell, MD
Sessions
Choose one:
Treating Pain Safely: An Update for Prescribers - In-Person
4/13 1:00 PM–4:15 PM
Treating Pain Safely: An Update for Prescribers - Live Webinar
4/13 1:00 PM–4:15 PM
Credits
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.300 CEU
The Mountain Area Health Education Center designates this entire live continuing education activity as meeting the criteria for 0.30 CEUs as established by the National Task Force on the Continuing Education Unit.
3.000 Contact Hours
MAHEC designates this live continuing education activity as meeting the criteria for 3.0 contact hours.
3.000 Contact Hours
Nurse Practitioners
Nurse Practitioners: This activity was designated for 3.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
3.000 CME for Physician Assistants
Physician Assistants: AAPA accepts certificate of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician Assistants may receive a maximum of 3.00 hours of Category 1 credit for completing this program.
3.000 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit TM
Accreditation Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) is accredited by the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credit Designation MAHEC designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Disclosure Statement MAHEC adheres to the ACCME Standards regarding industry support to continuing medical education. Disclosure of faculty and commercial support relationships, if any, will be made known at the time of the activity.
.300 CEU
The Mountain Area Health Education Center designates this entire live continuing education activity as meeting the criteria for 0.3 CEUs as established by the National Task Force on the Continuing Education Unit.
3.000 Contact Hours
Nurse Practitioners
Nurse Practitioners: This activity was designated for 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
3.000 Contact Hours
MAHEC designates this live continuing education activity as meeting the criteria for 3.0 Contact Hours.
3.000 CME for Physician Assistants
Physician Assistants: AAPA accepts certificate of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician Assistants may receive a maximum of 3.0 hours of Category 1 credit for completing this program.
3.000 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit TM
Accreditation: The Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) is accredited by the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credit Designation: MAHEC designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Fees
$45.00 Early Registration Fee - (registering more than 7 days before the event start date)
Applies 4/4/22–4/6/23
$60.00 Registration Fee - (registering within 7 days of the event start date)
Applies 8/9/22–4/13/23