Medical Student 8 Hour Buprenorphine Training-Webinar 2: Guide to Rational Opioid Prescribing for Chronic Pain

Webinar 2: Guide to Rational Opioid Prescribing for Chronic Pain

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Video Summary

The video is a course introduction by Dr. James Finch on rational opioid prescribing for chronic pain. Dr. Finch highlights the ongoing epidemic of opioid misuse and abuse and the need for clinicians to be cautious when prescribing opioids. He discusses the increase in prescription opioid use and the corresponding increase in problems associated with their use, including emergency room visits and accidental overdose deaths. Dr. Finch emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between providing adequate treatment for chronic pain and minimizing the risks associated with opioid use. The training is organized into three modules, which cover core concepts of chronic pain, initiating treatment with opioids, and monitoring and adapting treatment. The material has been developed by an interdisciplinary team of providers.

Keywords

rational opioid prescribing

chronic pain

opioid misuse

clinicians

prescription opioid use