Emerging Trends Training Series: Recent Episodes
CA Bridge
The Emerging Trends in Addiction Medicine series features the learnings of hospitals taking part in the CA Bridge Centers of Excellence project. In addition to sharing best practices for low-threshold access to buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder, this series will explore emerging treatment pathways for stimulant use disorder and post-overdose care. The series will also share learnings from the Centers of Excellence hospitals’ response to the increased supply of fentanyl in California so that all hospitals are able to address the overdose crisis with evidence-based care.
Back by popular demand, we’ll dive further into the topic of precipitated withdrawal by reviewing real-world case study examples.
Back by popular demand, we’ll dive further into the topic of precipitated withdrawal by reviewing real-world case study examples.
Starting post-overdose buprenorphine is safe and saves lives at a moment when patients are most at risk for a repeat overdose and death. Combining effective treatment with suicide screening can save even more lives.
Presenters: Leslie Mukau, MD and Aimee Moulin, MD
Naloxone saves lives, but a functioning take-home naloxone program should be just one component of wraparound harm reduction services from the emergency room. Learn the latest best practices including fentanyl test strips, STD testing, and more!
Presenters: Josh Luftig, PA-C and Arianna Sampson, PA-C
Precipitated withdrawal prompted by buprenorphine initiation doesn't have to be scary for the patient or provider. Learn how to avoid it with smart and proven treatment.
Facts vs Fear: As fentanyl spreads in many communities, buprenorphine is still an effective tool for treating patients with just a few clinical tweaks.
Presenters: Hannah Snyder, MD & Erik Andersen, MD