Activity ID
14820Expires
December 11, 2027Format Type
EnduringCME Credit
1.00Fee
$0CME Provider: Massachusetts Medical Society
Description of CME Course
It is important to address the critical issue of adolescent overdose deaths and the pivotal role of the pediatric workforce. This activity is an exploration, blending real-world statistics with compassionate inquiry, aiming to understand the complexities and dynamics that contribute to this pressing public health crisis. We will navigate the multifaceted landscape of adolescent substance use and overdose, discussing prevention strategies, early interventions, and the crucial role of pediatricians in identification and support. Together, we seek to empower physicians and other health care providers with knowledge and empathy, equipping them to make a tangible difference in the lives of young individuals and their communities.
ABMS Member Board Approvals by Type
ABMS Lifelong Learning CME Activity
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Ophthalmology
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Radiology
Urology
Commercial Support?
NoNOTE: If a Member Board has not deemed this activity for MOC approval as an accredited CME activity, this activity may count toward an ABMS Member Board’s general CME requirement. Please refer directly to your Member Board’s MOC Part II Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment Program Requirements.
Educational Objectives
Describe the epidemiology of substance use-related harm among US adolescents and young adults (“youth”)
Prescribe opioids in a manner that optimizes pain management while minimizing risk for long-term opioid use and addiction
Facilitate evidence-based screening, treatment, and harm reduction for youth with substance use disorders
Competencies
Medical Knowledge
CME Credit Type
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
Practice Setting
Academic Medicine, Inpatient, Outpatient, Physician Executives, Physician Scientists, Rural, Urban, VA/Military
