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Michigan OPEN

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

Virtual
Apr 14, 2026

12:00 – 1:00pm

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Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is common, underdiagnosed, and a major contributor to rising liver-related morbidity and mortality. This session reviews evidence-based strategies for screening, diagnosing, and treating AUD, including behavioral and medication options appropriate for patients with liver disease. Participants will gain practical tools to improve identification and management of AUD in routine clinical care.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the key health effects of alcohol use disorder and alcohol-associated liver disease.
  • Identify evidence-based approaches for screening, diagnosis, and reducing stigma in AUD care.
  • Apply effective behavioral and medication treatments for AUD and understand how integrated care improves outcomes.

1 CE Credit (1.0 hour):

  • CME
  • MCBAP
  • Social Work
  • Meets DEA Training Requirements

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of MyMichigan Health and OPEN: Overdose Prevention Engagement Network. MyMichigan Health is accredited by the Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. MyMichigan Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category Credit(s)TM . Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Disclosure Statement: Planners, faculty, and others in control of content (either individually or as a group) have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Presenter(s):

  • Ponni Perumalswami, MD, MSCR