Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder/Overview of Substance Use Disorder Treatment

Activity Description This session provides healthcare professionals with an in-depth understanding of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and effective strategies for its treatment. Beginning with an overview of OUD and its importance in clinical practice, the session explores the prevalence, risk factors, and diagnostic indicators of the disorder. Participants will learn...

Neurobiology of Addiction

Activity Description The session aims to equip healthcare professionals with a deep understanding of the neurobiological foundations of addiction. By exploring the brain mechanisms that drive addictive behaviors, participants will learn how to integrate this knowledge into clinical practice to improve patient outcomes. Target Audience Physicians and other healthcare professionals...

Screening/Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorders in Non-Specialty Healthcare Settings

Activity Description The session aims to equip participants with practical tools and strategies for screening and managing alcohol use disorders (AUDs) within non-specialty healthcare settings. Emphasis will be placed on collaborative care approaches and the roles each healthcare provider can play in supporting patients with AUD. Target Audience A multidisciplinary...

Demystifying Dementia

Activity Description This case-based session, presented by Dr. Christopher Jackson, will use the Curbsiders podcast to help attendees develop a systematic approach to the diagnosis, workup, and initial management of patients with dementia. Interactive polling and case-based discussions will be used to help make this session engaging. Target Audience Physicians...

Assessment and Management of Patients with Pain and Substance Use Disorders

Activity Description This lecture addresses the complex management of chronic pain in patients with substance use disorders, combining theory with practical approaches. Participants will learn to differentiate between addiction, chronic pain, and physical dependence, enabling accurate assessment and treatment planning. The session covers a range of medical and psychosocial treatment...

SMA’s 116th Annual Scientific Assembly

Activity Description This is a 3-day educational event offered annually. The agenda this year included lecture discussions on substance use disorders, physician self-care, how to assist patients with literacy needs, environmental impact on health, AI, professional boundaries, intimate partner violence, partnering to improve cardiovascular health, palliative medicine and a look...

37th Annual SRBC ABS MOC Self Assessment

Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Children and Adults

Activity Description This webinar, presented by SMA Education Committee member Dr. Cary Cavender, will detail how healthcare professionals can be better equipped to diagnose, manage and treat EoE in both children and adults, including when to consider and how to perform surgical interventions. Target Audience Physicians and other healthcare professionals...