Prescribing of Controlled Substances Course

Problems in Pain Management in Alabama

Boyde J. (Jerry) Harrison, MD

September 26, 2018 

6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Dinner/Registration 5:30pm

• Describe the pharmacologic profiles of benzodiazepines, opiates and other controlled drugs
• Identify the diagnostic criteria for acute and chronic pain, anxiety disorder, insomnia, depression and substance abuse.
• Discuss beliefs, attitudes and stereotypes about controlled substance prescribing, controlled drug abusers and chemical dependence and consider the therapeutic implications of treatments based upon these beliefs

DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

The content of this activity does not relate to any product of a commercial interest as defined by the ACCME; therefore, there are no relevant financial relationships to disclose for the planners or faculty.

AMA PRA CREDIT

The Medical Foundation of Alabama designates this live activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama through the joint providership of the Medical Foundation of Alabama and the Medical Association of the State of Alabama.  The Medical Foundation of Alabama is accredited by the Medical Association of the State of Alabama to provide continuing medical education for physicians.