This Webinar complies with the Texas Medical Board Mandatory 2 Hour CME requirement for Opioids, identified in rule 166.2 AND partially meets the requirements of the MATE Act.  

2 CME and Ethics Credits.
FREE for TPS Member / $50 Non-TPS Members

Objectives:

• Outline protocols for safe prescribing of opioids and other controlled substance for effective pain management
• Identify high-risk behavior in patients and apply standards of care 
• Demonstrate effective communication with patients regarding the prescription of an opioid or other controlled substance
• Comply with regulatory requirements for prescribing and monitoring controlled substances
• Discuss best practices for alternative treatment options, and multi-modal approaches to pain management 

CME Credits:

The 2019 Texas Legislature passed multiple bills requiring physicians to complete opioid-related CME covering specific topics identified by the Texas Medical Board (TMB). This webinar meets TMB requirements. 

The Texas Pain Society is accredited by the Texas Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Texas Pain Society designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This course has been designated by Texas Pain Society for 2.0 credit(s) of education in pain management and the prescription of opioids; and medical ethics and/or professional responsibility.

This activity partially meets the requirements of the MATE Act.

This online activity contributes to the CME component of the American Board of Anesthesiology’s redesigned Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology^TM (MOCA^®) program, known as MOCA 2.0^®. Please consult the ABA website, www.theABA.org, for a list of all MOCA 2.0^® requirements.

Target Audience:

Texas physicians,  advanced practice nurses, and physician assistants. 

Disclosures to the Learner:

1. Notice of requirements for successful completion of continuing education activity:

-Register for the course.

-View the video in its entirety.

-Complete the evaluation.

-Complete the assessment.

2. The Texas Pain Society's web-based course has received no commercial support. 

3. Disclosure of financial relationships:

The speakers and/or committee members below have disclosed the following financial relationships:

Michael Sprintz, DO - Saluda Medical, FirsTox, Assurance Med Management, Indivor, Titan Pharmaceuticals, Cellarian Holdings, iLumHealth, and Vitality Wellness Group.  

Brian Bruel, MD - Tersera, Medtronic, Flowonix, Boston Scientific, and Abbott.

4. Non-endorsement Statement:

Accredited status does not imply endorsement of any commercial products or services by the Texas Pain Society or the Texas Medical Association.

5. Off-Label Use:

There is no discussion of off-label use in this presentation.

Release Date and Expiration Date:

Recorded: January 20, 2021
Released:  January 29, 2021
Expires:     January 29, 2024

Browser/System requirements:

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Users must also have access to a computer with working speakers, and ability to play mp4 Videos, and access to view PDF files.  

After registering,

Start with the first lesson. As you fully complete each lesson, the next lesson will unlock.