Congdon Lecture Series 2024 - Addiction: Alcohol Use Disorder and Primary Care

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM EST, Ascension Michigan: Ascension Genesys Hospital


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.00 hours), ABS CC (1.00 hours), ANCC Contact Hour(s) (1.00 hours), AOA Category 1-A (1.00 hours), General Attendance (1.00 hours), IPCE Credit(s) (1.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.00 hours)

This program is designed to enhance primary care providers' skills in addressing addiction with evidence-based strategies. Topics include Alcohol Use Disorder and its management in primary care, the impact of nutrient deficiencies in use disorders, and effective treatments like Buprenorphine for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). Explore harm reduction approaches and learn about practical, evidence-based opioid abatement strategies for utilizing settlement funds. Additionally, the conference will cover Tobacco Use Disorder and its treatment. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to improve patient care and outcomes in the realm of addiction.

1. Identify effective screening tools and evidence-based treatment strategies for managing Alcohol Use Disorder in primary care settings.
2. Address comorbid conditions and complications associated with Alcohol Use Disorder, including mental health disorders and chronic medical conditions, within the primary care setting.
3. Educate patients and their families about the risks of Alcohol Use Disorder, early signs of dependence, and available treatment options to promote informed decision-making and engagement in care.

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1.00 IPCE credits for learning and change.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received in writing no less than 20 days before the course will be refunded, less a 20% administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations received after that date. Please send cancellation requests to [email protected]

Ascension reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 
Ascension is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CE/CME Coordinator.

Ascension adheres to ACCME Criteria, Standards and Policies regarding industry support of CE/CME. Disclosure of faculty and their commercial relationships will be made prior to the activity.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Ascension adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

No commercial support was received for this activity.