The Utilization of Medication for Opioid Use Disorder in an Outpatient Setting
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Overview

Description 

Medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) is a life saving treatment that has proved vital to combat the current opioid epidemic. During this webinar we will explore the available MOUD options and how to utilize them in an outpatient setting. We will also understand the correlation between opioid use disorder and co-occurring severe mental illnesses. 

Format   

Recorded webinar, non-interactive, self-paced distance learning activity with post-test.   

This presentation was recorded on June 16, 2022.  

Learning Objectives 

Evaluate co-morbid psychiatric disorders in the midst of severe opioid use disorder. 

Practice MOUD to manage patients diagnosed with opioid use disorder. 

Differentiate preferred MOUD treatment based on patient characteristics.  

Outline 

  • Understanding Co-Occurring Disorders and OUD 
  • Screening and Diagnosis Tools 
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MOUD) 
  • Managing Overdose and Risk Factors 
  • Treatment Planning and ASAM Criteria 

Target Audience 

Psychiatrist, Physician (Non-psychiatrist), Physician Assistant, Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Pharmacist, Peer Specialist 

Instructional Level 

Intermediate; Advanced 

Estimated Time to Complete 

Estimated Duration: 1.0 hours  
Program Start Date: July 30, 2025 
Program End Date: July 30, 2028 

Ongoing Interdisciplinary Discussion Board 

After completing the course, engage with colleagues in the mental health field through the Webinar Roundtable Topics discussion board. This is an easy way to network and share ideas with other clinicians who participate in this webinar. Access through the discussion tab.  

How to Earn Credit  

After completing the evaluation, participants will have the opportunity to claim their hours of participation and download the appropriate certificate. Physicians may obtain an official CME certificate, other healthcare professionals may receive a CE certificate (as applicable), and all other attendees may generate a certificate of participation. Each certificate will reflect the event date and total hours earned.  

Continuing Education Credit  

In support of improving patient care, American Psychiatric Association (APA) is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.   

Physicians    

The APA designates this live event for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.    

Nurses/Nurse Practitioners    

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) designates this activity for 1.00 Nursing contact hours. Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.    

Faculty and Planner Disclosures 

The American Psychiatric Association adheres to the ACCME's Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Medical Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CME 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.   

Faculty 

  • Joseph Mathias, MD is an Addiction Psychiatrist and Associate Director of Outpatient Addiction Services at Emory Healthcare. Dr. Mathias completed his training in General Psychiatry at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. He started to develop an interest in addiction treatment during residency as his local community in Western Massachusetts suffered greatly due to the opioid epidemic. He served as Chief Resident his final year of residency and helped treat patients with opioid use disorder at Berkshire County’s community mental health buprenorphine clinic. Following residency, Dr. Mathias completed his Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship at Emory University. Dr. Mathias has particular interest in the treatment and prevention of substance use disorders in adolescents/young adults. He is also actively involved in residency and fellowship education. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests. 

Program Planners 

  • Teri Brister, PhD, LPC, National Alliance on Mental Illness. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests. 
  • John Torous, MD, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests.  
  • Donna Rolin, PhD, APRN, University of Texas at Austin. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests. 

 

Accessibility for Participants with Disabilities 

The American Psychiatric Association is committed to ensuring accessibility of its website to people with disabilities. If you have trouble accessing any of APA’s online resources, please contact us at 202-559-3900 for assistance.  

Technical Requirements 

This internet-based CME activity is best experienced using any of the following:  

The latest and 2nd latest public versions of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari  

Internet Explorer 11+  

This Web site requires that JavaScript and session cookies be enabled. Certain activities may require additional software to view multimedia, presentation, or printable versions of the content. These activities will be marked as such and will provide links to the required software. That software may be: Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Windows Media Player.  

Optimal System Configuration:  

Browser: Google Chrome (latest and 2nd latest version), Safari (latest and 2nd latest version), Internet Explorer 11.0+, Firefox (latest and 2nd latest version), or Microsoft Edge (latest and 2nd latest version)  

Operating System: Windows versions 8.1+, Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) +, Android (latest and 2nd latest version), or iOS/iPad OS (latest and 2nd latest version)  

Internet Connection: 1 Mbps or higher  

Minimum Requirements:  

Windows PC: Windows 8.1 or higher; 1 GB (for 32-bit)/2 GB (for 64-bit) or higher RAM; Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM driver; audio playback with speakers for programs with video content  

Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.5 or higher with latest updates installed; Intel, PowerPC G5, or PowerPC G4 (867MHz or faster) processor; 512 MB or higher RAM; audio playback with speakers for programs with video content  

For assistance: Contact educme@psych.org for questions about this activity |  Contact support@smicaladviser.org for technical assistance  

 

 

Summary
Availability:
On-Demand
Expires on Jul 30, 2028
Credit Offered:
1 CME Credit
1 NCPD Credit
1 COP Credit
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