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Treating Patients in the Age of Fentanyl, Xylazine, and Novel Potent Opioids: A Practice Guide on How to Treat Patients and Reduce Harm

Course # 73679
Treating Patients in the Age of Fentanyl, Xylazine, and Novel Potent Opioids: A Practice Guide on How to Treat Patients and Reduce Harm

Location

Live Webinar
Webex
Quiet Location with Reliable Internet Connectivity

Dates & Times

May 28, 2024 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Contact

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This is a 90-minute training to discuss the pathophysiology of substance use with a focus on fentanyl and xylazine in WNC. This presentation will focus primarily on educating ER providers on the situation in WNC and the best tactics and techniques to care for incoming patients.

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.

By registering for this program, you are granting permission for your contact information to be shared with the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation, supporters of this continuing education activity.


With Support From

NCHCA

Audience

This program has been developed for ER hospital staff and others interested in this subject

Objectives

check Describe the pathophysiology of substance use, specifically with increasing prevalence of fentanyl and xylazine in WNC
check Discuss how to support & educate patients to apply harm-reduction management techniques
check Foster confidence and comfort with an accessible practice across a variety of spectrums, from harm reduction to primary care

Fees

Cancellation Policy

Free, but must register to attend.

FREE

Speakers

Genevieve Verrastro, MD

Additional Resources

Cancellation Policy

MAHEC has a pay-up-front policy for all CE programs. The only exceptions will be for pre-approved programs where an individual payment plan is appropriate. Registrations received without accompanying payment will not be processed and participants who have not paid the course fee will not be admitted into the program.

Unless otherwise noted in course materials, the following cancellation policy applies to all programs:

  • Cancellations must be in writing (fax, email, or mail).
  • Cancellations received more than 2 weeks prior to the event will receive 100% refund.
  • Cancellations received between two weeks and two full business days prior to the first day of the event are refunded at 70% of the registration fee subject to a minimum $25 cancellation fee.
  • No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations received less than two full business days prior to the event.
  • No vouchers will be issued in lieu of a refund.
  • Transfers/substitute(s) are welcome (please notify us in advance of the program).
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