The focus of this committee is
1. Gathering tools to help physicians:
- understand prescribing guidelines and best practices during the COVID-19 pandemic
- recognize risk factors
- screen for addiction
2. Investigating alternative, scientifically-based non-opioid treatments
3. Growing a coalition with entities seeking resolution to the epidemic. Thus far, the task force has established partnerships with Governor Hogan's Opioid Operational Command Center, Maryland Department of Health, Board of Physicians, DrFirst (iPrescribe), Maryland Patient Safety Center, University of Maryland School of Pharmacy, DEA, and American Medical Association.
This webpage is a living repository based on the above activities. We upload information as we receive it. Our objective is to support you by providing relevant, up-to-date material.
- Basics of Effective Pain Management - Free
This 1-hour online module will discuss our current understanding of pain, opioids, and addiction. With a better understanding of these three issues, providers will be better equipped to treat acute and chronic pain in ways that are both effective and safe. Attendees will learn that safety does not need to be sacrificed to achieve effectiveness and, effectiveness does not need to be sacrificed to achieve safety.
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