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Join us for free, expert-led events and trainings; each designed to empower you with the latest tools and insights on substance use, pain management, stigma reduction, and opioid safety. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, community member, or lifelong learner, our impactful webinars and interactive sessions deliver real-world knowledge and CE credits, so you can make a positive impact in your community and stay at the forefront of opioid education. Explore what’s coming up and take the next step with OPEN!

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MCBAP

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May 6, 2026
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From Cell to Community: Supporting Individuals Reintegrating after Incarceration

This session will explore the health risks associated with incarceration, with a focus on the transition from carceral to community settings among individuals with a history of opioid use disorder.
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
May 21, 2026
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Benzodiazepines 101: Facts, Myths, and Safety

This session is designed to clarify the role of benzodiazepines in modern clinical practice.
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Jun 9, 2026
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The Relative Benefits and Risks of Kratom Derived Products

Join us for an informative webinar examining the relative benefits and risks of kratom-derived products.
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 

Past Events

Apr 14, 2026
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Alcohol Use Disorder & Liver Disease: Improving Diagnosis, Treatment, and Outcomes

This session reviews evidence-based strategies for screening, diagnosing, and treating AUD, including behavioral and medication options appropriate for patients with liver disease.
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Mar 19, 2026
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Methadone 101: What Community Professionals Need to Know

This session will review the historical barriers that have shaped access to methadone treatment for opioid use disorder and how they continue to influence care today.
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Mar 5, 2026
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What’s New: Emerging Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Trends in Obstetrics

This session will provide an overview of recent trends in substance use among pregnant and postpartum populations, discuss associated maternal and neonatal outcomes, and highlight evidence-based strategies for management.
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Jan 13, 2026
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Emerging Drug Trends in Michigan

Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the latest emerging drug trends in Michigan, where we'll delve into current patterns affecting communities across the state.
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Oct 14, 2025
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Buprenorphine in Primary Care: Key Considerations for Pain Management

Join us for an engaging webinar that explores the use of buprenorphine in primary care pain management.
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Oct 7, 2025
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Youth Tobacco and Cannabis Use:  What are they using, Why are we concerned, and What can we do

This presentation will provide detailed information on these substances, including rates of use, nicotine and THC levels, addiction, and other health effects, as well as marketing of these products.
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Sep 22, 2025
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Exploring the Link Between Trauma Exposure and Substance Use Disorders

This webinar will delve into the complex relationship between trauma and substance use disorders (SUDs).
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Sep 17, 2025
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Breaking the Barriers: Addressing Stigma in the Path to Recovery

Join our upcoming webinar to explore the different types of stigma and their impact on recovery from substance use disorders.
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Aug 27, 2025
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Person-Centered Substance Use Disorder Care: Screening, Harm Reduction, & Support Strategies

Join us for an insightful webinar to provide a person-centered approach to identifying and supporting individuals with Substance Use Disorder (SUD).
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Jun 3, 2025
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Updated Guidelines for Hepatitis C in Patients with Substance Use Disorder

Join us for a webinar on the latest updates in hepatitis C (HCV) care for patients with substance use disorder (SUD).
Virtual CME MCBAP SW 
Jun 2, 2025
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Novel Psychoactive Substances: Clinical Realities and Emerging Risks

Bimonthly, University of Michigan Addiction Treatment Services (UMATS) will host a lecture and discussion to inform and enhance clinical practice through the exploration of topics related to the etiology, prevention, and treatment of problematic substance use and substance use disorders.
Partnerships Virtual SW 
May 28, 2025
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Co-occurring Psychiatric and Substance Use Disorder

Join our upcoming webinar to explore the complexities of co-occurring psychiatric disorders and substance use disorders (SUD).
Virtual CME MCBAP SW