![[CME Webinar] Towards Safer Opioid Prescribing: A Palliative Harm Reduction Clinic for Patients with Substance Use Disorders and Cancer-Related Pain](https://painmed.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/AAPM-6.30.23-Webinar-Blog-Feature-1.png)
Patients with cancer and opioid/substance use disorder (SUD) face two potentially terminal illnesses—death from cancer and death from the consequences of drug use. Their risk can be further exacerbated when they experience severe cancer related pain, for which opioid therapy is the mainstay of cancer treatment. Traditional models of pain management and addiction medicine are not designed to serve the complex physical and psychosocial needs of patients with cancer related pain and concurrent SUD. This leaves patients with limited options to receive high quality symptom management in a safe manner.
In this free CME webinar, we will discuss the creation of the Palliative Ham Reduction and Resiliency Clinic at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center. This is a Palliative Medicine clinic with additional resources and support for patients with concurrent SUDs—including additional psycho-social support, substance use evaluation and management, and coordination of care. We provide care for patients with active cancer and concurrent substance abuse or misuse. We will discuss implementing a culture of (1) patient centeredness (2) safety (3) collaboration and (4) Addiction support into our clinic model. We will also discuss our philosophy on safer opioid prescribing and harm reduction.
By attending this webinar, pain management specialists can benefit from:
- Deeper Understanding: Gain insights into the complexities of managing patients with cancer-related pain and substance use disorders, enhancing your understanding of their unique challenges.
- Innovative Clinic Model: Explore the successful implementation of the Palliative Harm Reduction and Resiliency Clinic, discovering effective strategies and resources for supporting patients with concurrent SUDs and cancer-related pain.
- Best Practices: Learn evidence-based practices for safer opioid prescribing and harm reduction, incorporating these strategies into your own pain management approach.
- Networking and Collaboration: Connect with fellow pain management doctors, fostering professional relationships and potential collaborations. Exchange ideas and experiences with colleagues in the field, expanding your professional network.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and strategies for improving the lives of patients grappling with cancer-related pain and substance use disorders.
Register today and be a catalyst for positive change in their care journey while earning 1 CME credit from this free webinar.
Sachin Kale, MD, MBOE
Sachin Kale, MD MBOE, is a distinguished Palliative Medicine Physician and Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University-James Cancer Center. In his role, Dr. Kale assumes the responsibility of Medical Director for Ambulatory Palliative Medicine, overseeing the provision of comprehensive care within the division. Furthermore, he serves as the esteemed Physician Champion for the Opioid Stewardship Program at The James Cancer Center, advocating for responsible and effective opioid utilization.
Drawing upon his expertise, Dr. Kale primarily focuses on delivering palliative care to patients afflicted with cancer. In 2020, he took the initiative to establish the Palliative Harm Reduction and Resiliency Clinic, an exceptional facility dedicated to providing specialized support to individuals with concurrent substance misuse or substance use disorders, while undergoing cancer treatment. The innovative clinic model designed by Dr. Kale has gained significant recognition, being presented at prestigious platforms such as the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine and the MD Anderson 5th Interdisciplinary Pain and Opioid Crisis Virtual Seminar.
Justin Kullgren, PharmD ,FAAHPM
Justin Kullgren, PharmD ,FAAHPM, is a Specialty Practice Pharmacist in Palliative Medicine. As a Pain and Palliative Care Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center James Cancer Hospital, Justin consults with nurses, physicians, and other palliative interdisciplinary team members on pain and symptom management, prevention and treatment of adverse drug events, medication dosing, and monitoring and disease state management. Dr. Kullgren teaches in academia and has provided numerous continuing education presentations to nurses, palliative care trainees, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and physicians. Justin is a Past President for the Society of Pain and Palliative Care Pharmacists and a Fellow of AAHPM.