Managing Narcotic Analgesics in Chronic Pain

Speaker: Michael J. O’Connell, MD

Lecture duration:  1 hour 

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Purpose/Goal:  To impact the delivery of effective pain management by exploring and exchanging practical and current  information relative to managing narcotic analgesics.

Target Audience:  Healthcare Providers interested in Pain Management:  Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses

Objectives:  At the conclusion of the session, the participant will be able to:

  • Discuss indications and advantages/disadvantages of narcotic analgesic use in chronic pain.
  • Discuss management of narcotic analgesics in chronic pain including medical management, dosing adjustments/limits, contracts and monitoring, patient compliance concerns, and regulatory issues.
  • Discuss when and why to refer to a pain management specialist.

CME Info:  Dr. O’Connell’s PainCare Centers is accredited by the New Hampshire Medical Society Council on Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Dr. O’Connell’s PainCare Centers takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of the CME activity.

Dr. O’Connell’s PainCare Centers designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM . Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Phone:  (603) 692-1875

Fax:  (603) 692-3168

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