Emerging Trends Training Series

Jun 08 2022

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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.

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Case Studies on Precipitated Withdrawal

Jun 08 2022 29 mins

Back by popular demand, we’ll dive further into the topic of precipitated withdrawal by reviewing real-world case study examples.

Just Start It: Buprenorphine Self-Starts

Apr 28 2022 30 mins

Starting patients in withdrawal on buprenorphine is safe – so safe in fact, patients can successfully do it on their own! We’ll talk through the details of how to prescribe buprenorphine self-starts and the coaching for patients that goes with it.

Innovations in Post Overdose Care

Apr 28 2022 30 mins

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

New Best Practices in Harm Reduction: Fentanyl Test Strips, HCV/HIV Testing, and More

Apr 28 2022 32 mins

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: What You Need to Know

Apr 28 2022 32 mins

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.

Buprenorphine Starts for Fentanyl Use

Apr 14 2022 28 mins

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