Headache and Pain Medicine Specialist Dr. Kimberly Sackheim, Medical Director and Owner, Spine & Pain Total Care NYU Langone Medical Center and Mount Sinai medical Center New York, New York
This presentation will examine the latest CDC opioid guidelines, assisting physicians in appropriately prescribing opioids when necessary. It will clarify the guidelines, address common misconceptions, and provide insights on the safe and effective prescription of opioids, as well as patient monitoring practices.
Learning Objectives:
Interpret the latest CDC opioid prescribing guidelines in clinical practice, distinguishing between appropriate and inappropriate opioid prescription scenarios.
Identify and address common misconceptions about opioid prescribing guidelines that may impact clinical decision-making.
Implement evidence-based strategies for safe opioid prescribing, including proper patient selection, dosing considerations, and effective monitoring protocols to minimize risk.
