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Transforming Rural Surgery: Enhancing Surgical Outcomes and Pain Management Strategies

DEA Training, Hosted Education
Dec 11, 2024

12pm – 1pm

QR code for December 11, 2024 surgical opioid stewardship in rural areas webinar.

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Join us for an insightful webinar where we will delve into the systemic challenges that rural healthcare settings face in providing effective pain management after surgery. We will discuss the latest best practices in pain management and opioid prescribing specifically tailored for rural populations. Additionally, we will identify practical strategies for implementing these best practices to enhance postoperative outcomes. This session aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools to optimize pain management protocols in rural areas.

Learning Objectives:

  • Analyze the impact of rural health behaviors on surgical outcomes and identify strategies to promote healthier practices among rural populations.
  • Explore the systemic issues faced in rural healthcare settings, focusing on barriers to effective pain management and medication prescription.
  • Discuss current best practices for pain management and medication prescribing in rural surgery, emphasizing tailored approaches for diverse patient needs.

Presenter:

  • Tudor Borza, MD, MS

1 CE Credit (1.0 hour):

  • CME credit
  • MCBAP credit
  • Meets DEA Training Requirements

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

Who should take this training:

  • Healthcare Providers
  • Social Workers
  • Peer Support
  • Mental Health Professionals