Educational Activities Archives

This session provides a comprehensive overview of the interprofessional team approach to substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration among a variety of professionals to address the complex needs of individuals in recovery. This case-based discussion will define interprofessional collaboration, explore the unique contributions of peer specialists, and discuss available evidence-based non-pharmacologic treatments. Participants will also learn about holistic approaches to recovery, which address the mind, body, and spirit. The session will provide practical strategies and resources for building and sustaining effective interprofessional teams, promoting optimal outcomes for individuals with SUD.

This Advisory provides comprehensive information for hospitals and associated healthcare facilities on best practices and recommendations for implementing and expanding treatment of opioid use disorder with methadone in these settings.

Over 2.5 million adults in the U.S. are diagnosed with OUD. In 2022, 12.7% of ED visits involved opioids. Yet only 25% of those who need treatment receive recommended MOUD. MOUDs are highly effective treatments that have been shown to decrease opioid use, cravings and transmission of infectious disease, and to increase retention in treatment. As the opioid epidemic continues to impact people across the U.S., the ED represents a critical access point to the health care system, supporting people with OUD by initiating MOUD, such as buprenorphine, and connecting them to low-threshold, easy-to-access care for continued treatment.

Rural communities face unique barriers in accessing effective treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD), including limited provider availability, stigma, and geographic isolation. This webinar will explore how medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) can be delivered in rural settings through a combination of clinical innovation, community collaboration, and policy advocacy. Participants will explore examples of how integrated clinical services and medical intervention can improve overall treatment outcomes. The presentation will also emphasize the role of addiction professionals in addressing stigma and systemic issues in rural communities. Practical tools, real-world examples, and strategies for engaging rural communities will be shared to help participants advocate for person-centered, recovery-oriented care in their own settings.

Despite significant advancements in addiction treatment, stigma remains one of the greatest barriers to care for individuals struggling with substance use disorder (SUD). Among healthcare professionals, stigma can manifest in ways that impact patient outcomes, access to care, and overall recovery success. This episode will explore how leveraging peers—those with lived experience in recovery—can be a powerful tool in combating stigma in medical settings. The episode will discuss real-world applications of peer support, the latest statistics on stigma in healthcare, and actionable strategies for fostering a more compassionate approach to SUD treatment.

This episode explores the unique challenges faced by individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) in Appalachia, focusing on the ways stigma and healthcare access impact SUD outcomes in these communities. Starting with an examination of the historical events and media portrayals that have shaped perceptions of Appalachia, the episode highlights the key social, economic, and political drivers behind the SUD crisis in this region. Drawing from recent research and personal experience caring for this population, Kate Roberts, MA, MSW, LCSW in conversation with Dr. Devin Oller and Kayla Strother, MSN, AGPCNP-C share strategies for addressing stigma and delivering effective care for people living with SUD in Appalachia.