Offering Resources and Support for Managing and Treating Substance Use Disorder
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This series is on Summer break
University of Utah School of Medicine is pleased to continue the ECHO Series: Integrative Primary Care & Substance Use Disorder Treatment. Led by an interdisciplinary team of specialists, this program will give you the opportunity to learn best practices in addiction care, including diagnosing, treating, and recovery care, and have open discussions around the management of patients dealing with substance use disorder.
Topics will touch on issues and cases typically seen in primary care settings with both didactic and case discussion components.
This session is accredited for 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s). These credits are valid for physicians, and psychologists (check with your credentialing organization). We have confirmed with Utah DOPL that they will accept the use of a University of Utah CME transcripts as continuing education credits when recertifying your license.
Why Should I Participate in this Education Series?
In many communities in Utah and nationwide, substance use disorder is a growing issue. The past year has seen record numbers of overdoses and overdose related deaths, with Utah’s deaths up over 17 percent as of March 2021. Those affected are not strangers, but our neighbors, business owners, and friends. As physicians, advanced practice providers, and other health care workers, we are in a unique position to help our communities.
In many communities, there are a limited number of providers who are able to provide substance use disorder care. This series aims to expand the knowledge of treating and managing substance use disorder in our communities.
These sessions are open to any level provider or health care worker who may benefit from such education. Eligible attendees will be able to receive CME credits (1 hour per session). Full instructions for claiming CME are available in the CME Learner Information Packet.
Why Should I Submit a Case?
Case presentations allow for a collaborative learning environment where everyone has an opportunity to learn, and everyone has an opportunity to teach. Anyone can submit a case on any topic relating to substance use disorder.
If you are having trouble diagnosing a patient, need help determining a treatment plan, or are looking for help in supporting a patient in recovery, you may consider submitting a case; our team and the other participants will listen with empathy and help determine a best course of action.
We welcome any question you may have about substance use disorder.
Note that case topics do NOT need to align with the session topic.
SUBSTANCE USE SCHEDULE
Cases may be presented at any session.
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Date |
Topic |
Presenter(s) |
Resources |
Jan 13, 2023 |
Epidemiology/Overview of SUD in Utah |
Elizabeth Howell, MD, MS Steven Godin, Ph.D, MPH Marcie Gray |
Presentation Slides (Godin) Presentation Slides (Howell) |
Jan 20, 2023 |
Drug Testing Basics and Controversies |
Michael Moss, MD |
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Jan 27, 2023 |
Case conference |
Michael Incze, MD Izzy Marshall, MD` |
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Feb 3, 2023 |
SBIRT--Screening Brief Intervention Referral to Tx |
Melissa Cheng, MD | |
Feb 10, 2023 |
ECHO On the Road: Logan Updates on Kratom, Methamphetamine |
Elizabeth Howell, MD, MS |
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Feb 17, 2023 |
SUD in Older Adults and Cognitive Impairment |
Megan McCarren, MD |
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Feb 24, 2023 |
Case conference |
Michael Incze, MD Izzy Marshall, MD |
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March 3, 2023 |
Focus Group |
Steven Godin, Ph.D, MPH |
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March 10, 2023 |
Intensive Outpatient Case Management and Care |
Stacey Bank, MD |
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March 17, 2023 |
Adolescent SUD |
Karla Molinero, MD |
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March 24, 2023 |
Case conference: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Gabapentinoids |
Michael Incze, MD Izzy Marshall, MD |
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March 31, 2023 |
ECHO on the Road: Moab/Blanding Understanding and Responding to On-Going Impacts of Historical Trauma Assaults to the Diné with Cultural Driven Approaches |
Racheal Holiday, MPH |
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April 7, 2023 |
University of Utah ED Initiated Bridge Program: Success Based on Partnerships |
Peter Taillac, MD |
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April 14, 2023 |
Case conference |
Michael Incze, MD Izzy Marshall, MD |
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April 21, 2023 |
Buprenorphine and Methadone Treatment in Incarcerated Individuals |
Stacy Johnson, MD |
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April 28, 2023 |
Pregnant Women and Addiction |
Marcela Smid, MD |
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May 5, 2023 |
Access to Rural Perinatal Substance Use Disorder Treatment |
Casey Tak, PhD |
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May 12, 2023 |
ECHO on the Road: Price Panel - Challenges to Addiction Recovery and Care in Rural Areas |
Jeannee Hunt, PA-C Mersades Morgan Savannah Eley |
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May 19, 2023 |
Complementary Approaches to Addiction Treatment |
Amy de la Garza, MD |
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May 26, 2023 |
Case Conference |
Michael Incze, MD Izzy Marshall, MD |
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June 2, 2023 |
Mutual Support Groups |
Megan McCarren, MD |
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June 9, 2023 |
E-Cigarette Epidemiology and Treatment |
Douglas Northcott, MSc, MBA, MALM |
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June 16, 2023 |
ECHO on the Road: Roosevelt Buprenorphine Prescribing in Rural Primary Care |
Tim McCreary, PA-C Dwight Humpherys, DO Elizabeth Howell, MD, MS |
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June 23, 2023 | Case Conference |
Michael Incze, MD Izzy Marshall, MD |
Date |
Topic |
Presenter(s) |
Resources |
Jan 21, 2022 |
Current Status of SUD / Epidemiologic Profile of SUD in Utah Counties |
Steven Godin, MS, Ph.D, MPH, PHI Certificate; University of Utah |
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Jan 28, 2022 |
NEPQR: Why I Love Treating Those With Opioid Use Disorder (And You Will Too) |
Donald Teater, MD, MPH; Teater Health Solutions |
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Feb 4, 2022 |
Assessing and Diagnosing SUD in Patients |
Megan Schwartz, MD & Greg Jones, MD; University of Utah |
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Feb 11, 2022 |
Community Networks and Recovery Resources |
Mary Jo Mcmillen, ASUDC; Utah Support Advocates for Recovery Awareness (USARA) |
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Feb 18, 2022 |
How to Talk to Patients about SUD |
Patrick Bell, MD; Veterans Affairs |
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March 4, 2022 |
Cultural Issues Surrounding SUD in Rural Utah Panel Discussion |
Ashley Yaugher, PhD; Shannon Tooke, MHR, MBA; Logan Reid |
Session Recording |
March 18, 2022 |
Harm Reduction Strategies |
Paula Cook, MD |
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March 25, 2022 |
Hepatitis C and SUD |
Terry Box, MD; University of Utah |
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April 1, 2022 |
Behavioral Changes as a Result of Addiction |
Elizabeth Howell, MD |
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April 8, 2022 |
UROHC: Accessing Rural Community Resources |
Utah Support Advocates for Recovery Awareness Staff |
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April 15, 2022 |
Motivational Interviewing and Other Psychotherapies |
Kelly Lundberg, PhD; University of Utah |
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April 29, 2022 |
Trauma, Mental Health, and Addiction |
Sarah Shea, CSW & Steven Sugden, MD, MPH, MSS |
Presentation Slides (Sarah) Presentation Slides (Sugden) |
May 6, 2022 |
UROHC: Non-Opioid Pain Management & Multidisciplinary Pain Treatment |
Jay Buys, MD & Kimberlee Bayless, APRN |
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May 13, 2022 |
Medication Management |
Paula Cook, MD |
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May 20, 2022 |
UROHC: Controlled Substance Database |
Connie Kitchens, PhD; Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) |
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May 27, 2022 |
NEPQR: SUD in Healthcare Professionals: How the Utah Professional Health Program can Help |
Kelli Jacobsen, MSW, LCSW; DOPL |
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June 3, 2022 |
Utah Addictions Update Conference |
Conflicts with our scheduled time, but we encourage you to attend this great opportunity | |
June 10, 2022 |
Oral Health Integration in SUD Treatment |
Glen Hanson, DDS, PhD; University of Utah |
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June 17, 2022 |
UROHC: HIV and Other Infectious Diseases |
Susanna Keeshin, MD; University of Utah |
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June 24, 2022 |
UROHC: Best Practices for SUD Care |
Paula Cook, MD |
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July 1, 2022 |
UROHC: Role of Non-Physician Staff in Providing MOUD Services |
Laura Stolebarger, RN |
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July 8 - August, 2022 |
Summer Break! Enjoy the warm weather and we will see you back around September |
RESOURCES
UTAH RURAL OPIOID HEALTHCARE CONSORTIUM
Combating opioid use disorder and HIV/HCV through education and collaboration.
Nurse Education, Practice, Quality, and Retention Program
Transforming Primary Care Nursing in Rural Utah
ADDICTION RECOVERY SERVICES
Our substance use disorder clinic, hosted by Dr. Howell and other addiction specialists.
REGIONAL SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES
Searchable map showing regional mental health and addiction services in Utah.
ADDICTION MEDICINE WIKI
Dr. Howell has compiled a list of resources into one one helpful page.
FREE BUPRENORPHINE TRAININGS
Federally funded trainings for primary care providers who will be treating less than 30 patients. CME available
UTAH NALOXONE
More information on preventing opioid overdose deaths
UTAH ADDICTION CENTER TRAINING MODULES
Three online modules to give some background knowledge on substance use disorder. Note some data is outdated, but the information is still valid.
ADDICTION FELLOWSHIP BLOG
Regular updates on addiction medicine and addiction psychiatry news from Dr. Elizabeth Howell
SUD FOR THE HEALTHCARE TEAM TRAINING
Four hours of training modules for interprofessional healthcare teams with potential for CME credit
BECOME A BUPRENORPHINE WAIVERED PRACTICIONER
Learn how to become a buprenorphine waivered practitioner to treat opioid use disorder (OUD).
PATIENT CENTERED OBSERVATION FORM
The Patient Centered Observation Form (PCOF) is a communication and relationship assessment tool to help health care team members communicate effectively with patients.
MANAGING OPIOID USE IN LONG-TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS
These interprofessional modules for students, health care providers and LTSS staff are centered around opioid use.
FREE PAPER-BASED ASAM CRITERIA ASSESSMENT INTERVIEW GUIDE
This addiction treatment resource supports increased quality and consistency of patient assessments and individualized, patient-centered care.
USARA COMMUNITY RESOURCE LIST
List of community resources used by USARA.
WORDS MATTER - TERMS TO USE AND AVOID
This page offers background information and tips for providers to keep in mind while using person-first language, as well as terms to avoid to reduce stigma and negative bias when discussing addiction.
PARCKA RESOURCES PAGE
Resources from the SUPeRAD Initiative at the University of Utah with an emphasis on maternal and neonatal SUD care.
PARCKA YOUTUBE PAGE
Informative videos on a variety of addiction medicine subjects.
THE ADDICTION FILES PODCAST
Darlene Petersen MD and Paula Cook MD are board certified addiction medicine and family medicine physicians providing evidence based education, clinical pearls and resources to physicians, residents and students while striving to destigmatize the treatment of addiction in our medical culture and save lives.
Clinical Team

Elizabeth Howell, MD, MS
Associate Professor of Psychiatry (Clinical)
Training Director Addiction Medicine and Addiction Psychiatry Fellowships

Steven Godin, MS, Ph.D, MPH, PHI Certificate
Adjunct Professor Division of Public Health, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine