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  • Product not yet rated Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This 80-minute webinar examines the epidemiology of alcohol use disorder (AUD) among women of reproductive age and offers actionable insights into evidence-based care and treatment. It highlights strategies to reduce barriers to medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUD) and emphasizes the integration of AUD and HIV care to improve patient outcomes.

    Addressing Alcohol Use Disorder for Women of Childbearing Age with HIV

    Host: HealthHIV
    Recorded: September 25, 2025
    Enduring Training

    Overview

    This 80-minute webinar examines the epidemiology of alcohol use disorder (AUD) among women of reproductive age and offers actionable insights into evidence-based care and treatment. It highlights strategies to reduce barriers to medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUD) and emphasizes the integration of AUD and HIV care to improve patient outcomes. The session also explores the intersection of alcohol use and HIV in women, with a focus on the impacts on both maternal and neonatal health.

    This course is not eligible for credit. 

    The target audience for this introductory level activity includes: All types of healthcare professionals. 

    The ACGME Competencies include: Patient Care and Procedural Skills and Systems-based Practice

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion, learners will be able to:

    1. Identify risk factors for AUD
    2. Assess the impact of AUD on maternal and neonatal health
    3. Evaluate barriers to treatment and service utilization
    4. Develop strategies for prevention and advocacy
    5. Recommend medications for alcohol use disorder in women with HIV 

     

    Open Registration: 10/06/2025 - 08/30/2027

    Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

    Instructions

    1. Click on the Contents tab to begin this activity. 
    2. Click Complete GPRA Evaluation to provide valuable activity feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 

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    Avani Dalal, MD

    Primary Care Physician, Immunodeficiency Clinic and Pride Program

    Einstein Philadelphia Hospital

    Ashlyn Curry, PharmD, AAHIVP

    Infectious Disease Clinic

    University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

    Frankie Snow, MSW, LCSW

    Mental Health Services Supervisor

    Einstein Immunodeficiency Center

    Disclosure Information

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    This activity is not for credit.

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  • Product not yet rated Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This 60-minute webinar explores the evidence supporting the use of medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUD) in residential treatment settings. It explains how perceived barriers to implementing MAUD in residential care can be addressed and outlines key considerations for successful implementation.

    Integrating Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder into Residential Treatment Settings

    Host: National Council for Mental Wellbeing
    Recorded: September 25, 2025
    Enduring Training

    Overview

    This webinar explores the benefits of using medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUD) in residential settings, highlighting improved outcomes, increased retention, reduced recurrences, and fewer heavy drinking days. In response to the current underutilization of MAUD in these settings, the webinar discusses implementation barriers and offers practical solutions to minimize these challenges. From state policies regarding MAUD availability to staffing models, the webinar addresses various considerations for healthcare professionals working in residential care. It concludes with a case-style discussion, providing additional examples for learners.

    This course is not eligible for credit. 

    The target audience for this introductory level activity includes: All types of healthcare professionals. 

    The ACGME Competencies include: Patient Care and Procedural Skills, Medical Knowledge, and Systems-based Practice

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion, learners will be able to:

    1. Analyze why medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUD) may be underutilized in residential treatment facilities.
    2. Explore practical ways to incorporate and prioritize MAUD in residential treatment.
    3. Examine case scenarios and discuss opportunities to emphasize the importance and benefits of MAUD within residential treatment settings. 

    Open Registration: 10/06/2025 - 08/30/2027

    Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

    Instructions

    1. Click on the Contents tab to begin this activity. 
    2. Click Complete GPRA Evaluation to provide valuable activity feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 

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    Ian McLoone, LPCC, LADC

    Ian McLoone is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor who has dedicated their career to working with individuals struggling with problematic relationships with substances. Early in their career, they collaborated closely with mentor Mark Willebring, MD, to develop the Alltyr Model of Care at the Alltyr Clinic. More recently, they co-founded Expanse MN—a mental health clinic with locations in Minneapolis and Spring Lake Park—alongside Paula (Desanto) Brandt and Jeffrey Sawyer, MD.

    In 2021, Ian was honored as Counselor of the Year by the Minnesota Association for Resources in Recovery and Chemical Health (MARRCH), a recognition bestowed by their peers.

    Beyond clinical practice, Ian has been teaching at the University of Minnesota since 2015, offering courses such as Applied Psychopharmacology and Person-Centered Practices for clinical counselors. They are a frequent speaker on topics including medications for addiction treatment, psychedelic-assisted therapies, and supporting families and loved ones. As a BBHT-approved Clinical Supervisor, Ian also enjoys mentoring new clinicians.

    Disclosure Information

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    This activity is not for credit.

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  • Product not yet rated Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This 50-minute webinar explores the epidemiology of unhealthy alcohol use in acute care, the evidence supporting MAUD initiation during hospitalization, biomarker testing, and the practical steps for implementation into the hospital setting.

    Integrating AUD Treatment into Hospital Settings

    Host: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
    Recorded: September 24, 2025
    Enduring Training

    Overview

    Hospitalizations offer a critical opportunity to identify and treat alcohol use disorder (AUD), yet medications for AUD (MAUD) remain vastly underutilized in these settings. This 50-minute webinar explores the epidemiology of unhealthy alcohol use in acute care, the evidence supporting MAUD initiation during hospitalization, and the practical steps for implementation. Participants will learn about screening tools, biomarker testing, and how hospital-based addiction consultation services can improve outcomes. This session also addresses common barriers to MAUD use and highlights how even modest reductions in alcohol use can lead to meaningful health benefits.

    This course is not eligible for credit. 

    The target audience for this introductory level activity includes: All types of healthcare professionals. 

    The ACGME Competencies include: Patient Care and Procedural Skills, Medical Knowledge, and Systems-based Practice

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion, learners will be able to:

    1. Describe the epidemiology of unhealthy alcohol use in acute care settings. 
    2. Describe the use of medications for AUD in hospitals.
    3. Understand the potential utility of biomarker testing.

    Open Registration: 10/13/2025 - 08/30/2027

    Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

    Instructions

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    2. Click Complete GPRA Evaluation to provide valuable activity feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 

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    Joji Suzuki, MD

    Dr Suzuki is the Director of the Division of Addiction Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry, Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), and an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School (HMS). He has been a consultation-liaison psychiatrist in the Division of Medical Psychiatry at BWH, and serves as the Program Director for the BWH Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program. He has been very active in both medical student and resident education throughout his career. He is a member of Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers and is the course director for the HMS CME course on motivational interviewing. His research has received funding from National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), CDC, SAMHSA, BWH, and HMS. In 2018 he was awarded a NIDA K23 Career Development Award to receive mentored training in conducting clinical trials, and to study the impact of recovery coaches on hospitalized patients with opioid use disorder. He is a sought-out speaker both locally and nationally, and currently serves on a variety of committees, workgroups, and taskforces for Mass General Brigham, HMS, American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, Academy of Consultation Liaison Psychiatry, and the State of Massachusetts.  He has published 80 manuscripts and book chapters as first or co-author.

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    This activity is not for credit.

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  • Contains 7 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This 1.5 hour online module equips healthcare professionals in hospital settings with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively integrate alcohol use disorder treatment into clinical practice.

    Integrating Alcohol Use Disorder Services into Hospital Settings

    Online Module

    Created: September 2025

    Overview 

    This 1.5 hour online module equips healthcare professionals in hospital settings with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively integrate alcohol use disorder (AUD) treatment into clinical practice. Topics include addressing stigma, recognizing AUD as a chronic disease, understanding available pharmacological treatments, identifying appropriate medication options for co-occurring clinical conditions, managing potential medication side effects, and fostering a multidisciplinary approach to care that is patient-centered and enhances patient outcomes. Ultimately, the module aims to improve the quality of care for individuals with AUD by promoting evidence-based strategies within hospital settings, supporting better treatment and recovery outcomes, and reducing the long-term impacts of alcohol use.

    The target audience for this activity includes all clinical healthcare professionals in hospital settings.

    This activity addresses the following ACGME Competencies: Patient Care and Procedural Skills; Medical Knowledge and Interpersonal and Communication Skills, and Systems-based practice.

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion, learners will be able to: 

    1. Describe the epidemiology of alcohol use disorder (AUD) in hospital settings.
    2. Examine the stigma surrounding AUD, as well as the challenges and benefits of integrating AUD treatment into hospital-based care.
    3. Determine the importance of universal screening in detecting alcohol use disorder.
    4. Identify the clinical manifestations of alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS), assess risk for and severity of AWS, and manage AWS and post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS).
    5. Demonstrate ability to effectively prescribe and manage FDA-approved Medications for AUD (MAUD).
    6. Determine the appropriate management of co-occurring conditions with AUD and the appropriate timing for initiating MAUD.
    7. Explain the role of psychosocial treatment in managing AUD.
    8. Develop effective transitional care plans and post-hospital linkages for patients with AUD to ensure continuity of care and support recovery.

    Registration

    This education is made available for free to all learners through grant funding by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant number 1H79TI086771-02 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

    Cancellations

    All cancellation requests must be made in writing to pcssmaud@asam.org within 90 days of registration. Automatic cancellations and notifications will be made for any course with a live-activity component that has been cancelled.

    Registration Deadline: 08/30/2027

    Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

    Instructions

    1. Click on the Contents tab to begin this activity.
    2. Click View Course to complete the on-demand module.
    3. Click Complete Post Test to answer multiple choice questions. Participants will have 10 attempts to pass and must answer 4 out of 5 questions correctly.
    4. Click Complete GPRA Survey to complete the SAMHSA GPRA Survey.
    5. Click Complete Evaluation to provide valuable activity feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 
    6. Click Complete Evaluation - Presenters to provide valuable presenter feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 
    7. Click the button Claim Medical Credits in the box titled Claim Credits & Certificate. Choose the type of credit and click submit. Click the button View/Print Certificate to save or print your certificate.
    8. For Pharmacists ONLY: Complete the task entitled "Enter Pharmacist CPE Monitor Information (Required for Pharmacists)". Pharmacists must claim credit and provide their eProfile ID and Birthdate via the Pharmacist CPE Monitor Information survey within 30 days of completing the activity. ASAM will not report CPE Credits claimed 30+ days after activity completion to ACPE. ASAM will not report CPE Credits without accurate and complete information. Courses offering CPE Credit will indicate the amount of credit available for pharmacists on the Credits & Disclosure Tab.

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    Susan Calcaterra, MD, MPH, MS

    University of Colorado School of Medicine

    Susan L. Calcaterra, MD, MPH is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Colorado, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine. She is the Director of the Addiction Medicine Consultation service at the University of Colorado Hospital. Her areas of research include the expansion of hospital-based addiction treatment, opioid stewardship in the hospital setting, and hospital-based interventions to reduce opioid overdose deaths post hospital discharge.

    No relevant financial disclosures.

    Eleasa Sokolski, MD

    Oregon Health & Science University

    Dr. Sokolski specializes in the treatment of people with substance use disorders and psychiatric disorders. She chose these areas of focus after recognizing the need for increased access to both addiction and mental health services and the often-intertwined natures of these conditions. She enjoys building relationships with her patients to understand their experience and empower them in their recovery. Her professional interests include medical education and the application of psychotherapy interventions to the hospital setting.

    No relevant financial disclosures.

    Accreditation & Credits


    Joint Accreditation Statement
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    In support of improving patient care, the American Society of Addiction Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

    Credits Available
    • Physicians: 1.5 Credits
    • Nurses & NPs: 1.5 Nursing Contact Hours
    • PAs: 1.5 Credits
    • NP/PA Pharmacology Hour: .5
    • Pharmacists: 1.5 Credits
    • Social Workers: 1.5 Credits
    • Interprofessional Continuing Education: 1.5 Credits
    • Certified Counselors: 1.5 NBCC Contact Hour
    • Certified Counselors: 1.5 NBCC Contact Hours

    imageAmerican Society of Addiction Medicine has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7062. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. American Society of Addiction Medicine is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. · NAADAC: 1.5 CE Credits

    • NAADAC: 1.5 CE Credits

    Maintenance of Certification (MOC)/Continuing Certification Program (CCP)

    This activity is designed to meet the requirements for MOC/CCP for several primary physician boards and for state licensing CME requirements. MOC Credit is only reported and designated for ABA, ABP, ABIM, and ABS. By completing the online credit application and evaluation, the learner permits ASAM to report credits to the appropriate Board. Learn more.

    • ABA MOCA 2.0®*: 1.5 Lifelong Learning 
    • ABIM MOC Points: 1.5 Medical Knowledge | 1.5 Patient Safety 
    • ABP MOC: 1.5 Lifelong Learning & Self-Assessment
    • ABS Continuing Certification: 1.5 Accredited CME

    Additionally, this activity has been designed to satisfy the requirements of the following primary physician board certification requirements. Please confirm with your individual Board.

    • American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM)
    • American Board of Preventative Medicine (ABPM)
    • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
    • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)
    Certificates for other professions

    All participants may request a certificate of participation upon completion of the activity and an online evaluation confirming their participation. Learners are strongly advised to contact their professional licensing board or professional association to confirm this certificate will be accepted as evidence supporting continuing education requirements.

    California Association for Drug/Alcohol Educators (CAADE)

    This educational program is approved by CAADE: #CP40 999 1225.

    California Association of DUI Treatment Centers (CADTP)

    This educational program is approved by CADTP: #205.

    California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP)

    This educational program is approved by CCAPP: #OS-20-330-0227.

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    In accordance with the disclosure policies of ASAM and Joint Accreditation, the effort is made to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all accredited continuing education activities. These policies include identifying and mitigating all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies for those involved in the creation and dissemination of accredited continuing education.

    See the attached pdf for a list of disclosures.


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      American Society of Addiction Medicine has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7062. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. American Society of Addiction Medicine is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

    MOCA 2.0® is a trademark of the American board of Anesthesiology®.
    This activity contributes to the patient safety CME requirement for Part II: Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment of the American board of Anesthesiology's (ABA) redesigned Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology Program® (MOCA®), known as MOCA 2.0®. Please consult the ABA website, https://www.theaba.org/, for a list of all MOCA 2.0 requirements.

    The complete list of disclosures and designation statements are linked below.

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  • Product not yet rated Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar provides an in-depth look at depressive disorders and their co-occurrence with alcohol use disorder. It examines the complex, bidirectional relationship between alcohol use and depression—how each can intensify the other—and presents evidence supporting the safety and effectiveness of both pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy in treating individuals with co-occurring major depressive disorder and alcohol use disorder.

    The Intersection of Alcohol, Depression, and Suicide

    Host: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
    Recorded: September 23, 2025
    Enduring Training

    Overview

    This webinar provides an in-depth look at depressive disorders and their co-occurrence with alcohol use disorder. It examines the complex, bidirectional relationship between alcohol use and a full spectrum of depressive disorders—how each can intensify the other—and presents evidence supporting the safety and effectiveness of both pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy in treating individuals with co-occurring major depressive disorder and alcohol use disorder. The webinar uses case-studies to explore specific patient scenarios and provide practical treatment guidelines including motivational interviewing tips, risk assessments, and considerations for prescribing medications. 

    This course is not eligible for credit. 

    The target audience for this introductory level activity includes: All types of healthcare professionals. 

    The ACGME Competencies include: Patient Care and Procedural Skills, Medical Knowledge, and Systems-based Practice

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion, learners will be able to:

    1. Review the prevalence of alcohol use disorder and major depressive disorder.
    2. Outline the assessment and treatment of co-occurring alcohol use disorder and major dperessive disorder. 
    3. Discuss alcohol use as a risk factor for suicide. 

     

    Open Registration: 10/06/2025 - 08/30/2027

    Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

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    Rebecca Payne, MD

    Dr. Payne completed psychiatry residency and an addiction psychiatry fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC).  She practiced in a variety of settings as an Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Department of Neuropsychiatry and Behavioral Science prior to assuming her role as the Medical Director of the South Carolina Recovering Professional Program (SCRPP) in 2020. She is board-certified in psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and forensic psychiatry and is an active member of the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry.

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    This activity is not for credit.

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  • Product not yet rated Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    The webinar explores the prevalence and impact of co-occurring psychiatric conditions, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, and sleep disorders, among individuals with alcohol use disorder. It outlines screening tools, diagnostic criteria, and treatment strategies, including both pharmacologic and behavioral interventions tailored to co-occurring conditions.

    Alcohol Use Disorder and Co-occurring Conditions Summary

    Host: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
    Recorded: September, 18, 2025
    Enduring Training

    Overview

    The 40-minute webinar explores the prevalence and impact of co-occurring psychiatric conditions, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, and sleep disorders, among individuals with alcohol use disorder (AUD). It emphasizes the bidirectional relationship between AUD and mental health disorders, highlighting how each can exacerbate the other. It outlines screening tools, diagnostic criteria, and treatment strategies, including both pharmacologic and behavioral interventions tailored to co-occurring conditions. This webinar promotes integrated care models and trauma-informed approaches to improve outcomes for individuals with AUD and co-occurring psychiatric conditions. 

    This course is not eligible for credit. 

    The target audience for this introductory level activity includes: All types of healthcare professionals. 

    The ACGME Competencies include: Patient Care and Procedural Skills, Medical Knowledge, and Systems-based Practice

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion, learners will be able to:

    1. Recognize the prevalence of co-occurring psychiatric conditions and alcohol use in the U.S.
    2. Develop a basic understanding of the impact of alcohol use and emotional regulation due to neurobiological changes. 
    3. Identify at least two of the most common disorders that occur with AUD.
    4. Describe two therapeutic interventions to treat co-occurring conditions in inidividuals with AUD. 

    Open Registration: 10/06/2025 - 08/30/2027

    Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

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    Vanessa Loukas, MSN, FNP-C, CARN-AP

    Clinical Nurse Educator

    Grayken Center for Addiction Training and Technical Assistance at Boston Medical Center

    Vanessa is a clinical nurse educator for Boston Medical Center's Grayken Center for Addiction Training and Technical Assistance, an assistant professor of medicine at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, and a nurse practitioner at Boston Medical Center. She has expertise in managing substance use disorders, co-occurring psychiatric conditions, and infectious diseases in primary care settings. Her clinical interests include harm reduction, low-barrier treatment, medical addiction groups, and improving care for persons involved in the criminal-legal system. Through her primary role on the Grayken TTA team, Vanessa contributes to peer-reviewed publications, evidence-based clinical guidelines, development and delivery of continuing education programs, and other resources for providers supporting patients with substance use disorders. Prior to joining the Grayken TTA team, Vanessa practiced as a nurse practitioner and was the program director for the addiction treatment program at the South End Community Health Center, caring for high-risk patients with substance use disorders and psychiatric diagnoses. Her work integrated on-demand treatment, infectious disease treatment, and medical addiction groups including within the male/female re-entry/recovery units at the Suffolk County House of Corrections. Vanessa received her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Simmons University and is a Certified Addiction Registered Nurse – Advanced Practice (CARN-AP) through the Addictions Nursing Certification Board (ANCB).

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    This activity is not for credit.

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  • Product not yet rated Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This case-based discussion emphasizes the importance of integrated treatment for individuals with co-occurring Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and Tobacco Use Disorder (TUD). It outlines a team-based approach for identifying, assessing, treating, and counseling patients with both conditions, highlighting strategies that address readiness to change, medication options, and behavioral interventions.

    Co-occurring Alcohol and Tobacco/Nicotine Use Disorders

    Host: Addiction Technology Transfer Center
    Recorded: September 16, 2025
    Enduring Training

    Overview

    This 75-minute discussion uses case-based examples to explore clinical approaches for treating Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and Tobacco Use Disorder (TUD) simultaneously. It covers medication options such as Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), bupropion, and varenicline, alongside behavioral strategies like motivational interviewing and counseling techniques to reduce the risk of harm. Special attention is given to the unique needs of patients with serious mental illness when addressing co-occurring AUD and TUD. Learners gain a deeper understanding of anti-craving medications and how to support proper use in diverse patient populations.

    This course is not eligible for credit. 

    The target audience for this introductory level activity includes: All types of healthcare professionals. 

    The ACGME Competencies include: Patient Care and Procedural Skills, Medical Knowledge, and Systems-based Practice

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion, learners will be able to:

    1. Understand the general approach to integrated treatment of tobacco use disorder (TUD) and other behavioral health conditons.
    2. Understand the appraoch to treatment of co-occurring TUD and AUD.
    3. Gain a more sophisticated working knowledge of medication treatment approaches for TUD.

     

    Open Registration: 10/13/2025 - 08/30/2027

    Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

    Instructions

    1. Click on the Contents tab to begin this activity. 
    2. Click Complete GPRA Evaluation to provide valuable activity feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 

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    Marc W. Manseau, MD, MPH

    Dr. Marc W. Manseau is a psychiatrist in New York, New York and is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals. He received his medical degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has been in practice between 11-20 years.  

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  • Product not yet rated Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar explores evidence-based integrated care models for inpatient and outpatient settings. It discusses the complexity of integrated care for alcohol-associated liver disease while highlighting the benefits to patients.

    Integrating Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment in Specialty Care

    Host: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
    Recorded: September 10, 2025
    Enduring Training

    Overview

    This webinar explores the integrated care model—a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to healthcare delivery that emphasizes streamlined, patient-centered care through the coordination and co-location of providers and services. It also examines the evidence-based benefits of incorporating medications for alcohol use disorder into the treatment of alcohol-associated liver disease. It offers practical insights and strategies for implementing integrated care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. 

    This course is not eligible for credit. 

    The target audience for this introductory level activity includes: All types of healthcare professionals. 

    The ACGME Competencies include: Patient Care and Procedural Skills, Medical Knowledge, and Systems-based Practice

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion, learners will be able to:

    1. Recognize the elements of integrated care.
    2. Describe simple interventions which can be integrated into clinical care to address alcohol use disorder and alcohol-associated liver disease.
    3. Assess the results of different alcohol-associated integrated care models. 

    Open Registration: 10/6/2025 - 08/30/2027

    Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

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    1. Click on the Contents tab to begin this activity. 
    2. Click Complete GPRA Evaluation to provide valuable activity feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 

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    Gene Im, MD, FAASLD

    Dr. Gene Y Im is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Liver Diseases at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He earned his B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley, graduating with honors. He completed his Internal Medicine residency and fellowship in Gastroenterology at Winthrop-University Hospital, the primary teaching affiliate for the SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine. He then completed an advanced fellowship in Transplant Hepatology at the Mount Sinai Medical Center. He is currently the Associate Program Director of the Transplant Hepatology fellowship and RSS course director of the Division of Liver Diseases at Mount Sinai. 

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  • Contains 7 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This 1-hour module aims to increase capacity to treat alcohol use disorder in American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

    Strength in Tradition: Leveraging Cultural Foundations to Address Alcohol Use Disorder in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities

    Online Module

    Created: September 2025

    Overview 

    This educational module aims to increase healthcare professionals' capacity to treat alcohol use disorder (AUD) in American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. It covers the unique social and historical factors influencing AUD and highlights culturally informed and evidence-based treatments, including medications for AUD. The goal is to equip learners to provide respectful, informed care that incorporates patient-centered care to improve treatment outcomes for AI/AN individuals.

    The target audience for this activity includes all clinical healthcare professionals.

    This activity addresses the following ACGME Competencies: Patient Care and Procedural Skills; Medical Knowledge and Professionalism.

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion, learners will be able to: 

    1. Recognize how historical trauma, cultural stigma, and systemic mistrust influence health behaviors and outcomes, and engagement with the healthcare system in AI/AN communities.
    2. Describe common co-occurring conditions within AI/AN communities.
    3. Examine the structural factors and social determinants affecting AI/AN peoples’ health outcomes and access to care.
    4. Discuss evidence-based and Indigenous knowledge-based approaches to treating alcohol use disorder in AI/AN communities.
    5. Identify culturally adapted, patient-centered strategies that support holistic, multi-modal recovery, including both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment approaches.
    6. Explain strategies to strengthen referral networks and build culturally informed, multidisciplinary partnerships that support recovery and maternal health in AI/AN communities.


    Registration

    This education is made available for free to all learners through grant funding by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant number 1H79TI086771-02 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

    Cancellations

    All cancellation requests must be made in writing to pcssmaud@asam.org within 90 days of registration. Automatic cancellations and notifications will be made for any course with a live-activity component that has been cancelled.

    Registration Deadline: 08/30/2027

    Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

    Instructions

    1. Click on the Contents tab to begin this activity.
    2. Click View Course to complete the on-demand module.
    3. Click Complete Post Test to answer multiple choice questions. Participants will have 10 attempts to pass and must answer 3 out of 4 questions correctly.
    4. Click Complete GPRA Survey to complete the SAMHSA GPRA Survey.
    5. Click Complete Evaluation to provide valuable activity feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 
    6. Click Complete Evaluation - Presenters to provide valuable presenter feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 
    7. Click the button Claim Medical Credits in the box titled Claim Credits & Certificate. Choose the type of credit and click submit. Click the button View/Print Certificate to save or print your certificate.
    8. For Pharmacists ONLY: Complete the task entitled "Enter Pharmacist CPE Monitor Information (Required for Pharmacists)". Pharmacists must claim credit and provide their eProfile ID and Birthdate via the Pharmacist CPE Monitor Information survey within 30 days of completing the activity. ASAM will not report CPE Credits claimed 30+ days after activity completion to ACPE. ASAM will not report CPE Credits without accurate and complete information. Courses offering CPE Credit will indicate the amount of credit available for pharmacists on the Credits & Disclosure Tab.

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    Daniel L. Dickerson, D.O., M.P.H.

    Daniel Dickerson, D.O., M.P.H., is Associate Research Psychiatrist at UCLA, Integrated Substance Abuse Programs (ISAP). His research focuses on the development of substance use treatment and prevention programs for American Indian/Alaska Native youth and adults. He is currently co-Principal Investigator on National Institutes of Health-funded study, "Motivational Interviewing and Culture for Urban Native American Youth (MICUNAY)" an alcohol and drug use prevention research program targeting urban Native American youth. He is also Principal Investigator on a study investigating the potential benefits of a substance use intervention utilizing drumming for Native Americans, "Drum-Assisted Recovery Therapy for Native Americans (DARTNA)," and is also co-Principal Investigator on "Native American Youth Sleep, Health, and Wellness (NAYSHAW)," a study analyzing health and sleep among urban Native American youth.

    Autumn Ambroday, DO

    Dr. Autumn Ambroday is board certified as a psychiatrist and addiction medicine physician. She is currently working as the Behavioral Health Medical Director for White Earth Nation and oversees the Tribal MAT and Mental Health programs. Dr. Ambroday received her medical degree from A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed psychiatry residency at the University of Arizona with additional training in addiction. She specializes in dual diagnosis patients, trauma informed care, and telehealth with rural, underserved areas.

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    In support of improving patient care, the American Society of Addiction Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

    Credits Available
    • Physicians: 1.0 Credits
    • Nurses & NPs: 1.0 Nursing Contact Hours
    • PAs: 1.0 Credits
    • Pharmacists: 1.0 Credits
    • Social Workers: 1.0 Credits
    • Interprofessional Continuing Education: 1.0 Credits
    • Certified Counselors: 1.0 NBCC Contact Hour
    • NAADAC: 1.0 CE Credits


    Maintenance of Certification (MOC)/Continuing Certification Program (CCP)

    This activity is designed to meet the requirements for MOC/CCP for several primary physician boards and for state licensing CME requirements. MOC Credit is only reported and designated for ABA, ABP, ABIM, and ABS. By completing the online credit application and evaluation, the learner permits ASAM to report credits to the appropriate Board. Learn more.

    • ABA MOCA 2.0®*: 1.0 Lifelong Learning | 1.0 Patient Safety 
    • ABIM MOC Points: 1.0 Medical Knowledge | 1.0 Patient Safety 
    • ABP MOC: 1.0 Lifelong Learning & Self-Assessment
    • ABS Continuing Certification: 1.0 Accredited CME

    Additionally, this activity has been designed to satisfy the requirements of the following primary physician board certification requirements. Please confirm with your individual Board.

    • American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM)
    • American Board of Preventative Medicine (ABPM)
    • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
    • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)
    Certificates for other professions

    All participants may request a certificate of participation upon completion of the activity and an online evaluation confirming their participation. Learners are strongly advised to contact their professional licensing board or professional association to confirm this certificate will be accepted as evidence supporting continuing education requirements.

    California Association for Drug/Alcohol Educators (CAADE)

    This educational program is approved by CAADE: #CP40 999 1225.

    California Association of DUI Treatment Centers (CADTP)

    This educational program is approved by CADTP: #205.

    California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP)

    This educational program is approved by CCAPP: #OS-20-330-0227.

    Disclosure Information


    In accordance with the disclosure policies of ASAM and Joint Accreditation, the effort is made to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all accredited continuing education activities. These policies include identifying and mitigating all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies for those involved in the creation and dissemination of accredited continuing education.

    See the attached pdf for a list of disclosures.


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      American Society of Addiction Medicine has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7062. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. American Society of Addiction Medicine is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

    MOCA 2.0® is a trademark of the American board of Anesthesiology®.
    This activity contributes to the patient safety CME requirement for Part II: Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment of the American board of Anesthesiology's (ABA) redesigned Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology Program® (MOCA®), known as MOCA 2.0®. Please consult the ABA website, https://www.theaba.org/, for a list of all MOCA 2.0 requirements.

    The complete list of disclosures and designation statements are linked below.

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  • Contains 7 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This 2 hour online module offers a comprehensive overview of alcohol and benzodiazepine use disorders, emphasizing diagnosis, prevalence, co-occurrence, risk assessment, evidence-based interventions, and withdrawal management.

    Alcohol Use Disorder and Concomitant Benzodiazepine Use Disorder

    Created: September 2025

    Online Module

    Overview 

    This module provides an in-depth exploration of alcohol use disorder (AUD) and benzodiazepine use disorder (BUD). It focuses on diagnostic criteria, prevalence, and the substantial impact these disorders have on health and mortality rates, including accident-related fatalities. Learners will analyze the complexities of co-occurring AUD and BUD, particularly during intoxication and withdrawal, and will learn to identify high-risk situations associated with these disorders. They will utilize effective screening tools to assess AUD and BUD, determine appropriate levels of care, and implement evidence-based interventions. The module also covers an analysis of medications used for AUD and BUD, strategies for withdrawal management, and the development of return to use plans with a focus on strategies to reduce the risk of harm. 

    The target audience for this activity includes all clinical healthcare professionals.

    This activity addresses the following ACGME Competencies: Patient Care and Procedural Skills; Medical Knowledge and Professionalism.

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion, learners will be able to: 

    1. Differentiate between benzodiazepine use and benzodiazepine use disorder.
    2. Assess and manage the complexities of patients with both AUD and benzodiazepine use/use disorder (BUD).
    3. Identify the risks associated with concomitant AUD and benzodiazepine use/BUD during intoxication, withdrawal, and in high-risk situations.
    4. Apply evidence-based practices for screening, diagnosis, and treatment planning for individuals with concomitant AUD and benzodiazepine use/BUD.
    5. Evaluate the pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to treatment for co-occurring AUD and benzodiazepine use/BUD.
    6. Develop a personalized treatment plan for patients with both AUD and benzodiazepine use/BUD, incorporating patient-centered approaches.

    Registration

    This education is made available for free to all learners through grant funding by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant number 1H79TI086771-02 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

    Cancellations

    All cancellation requests must be made in writing to pcssmaud@asam.org within 90 days of registration. Automatic cancellations and notifications will be made for any course with a live-activity component that has been cancelled.

    Registration Deadline: 08/30/2027

    Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

    Instructions

    1. Click on the Contents tab to begin this activity.
    2. Click View Course to complete the on-demand module.
    3. Click Complete Post Test to answer multiple choice questions. Participants will have 10 attempts to pass and must answer 4 out of 5 questions correctly.
    4. Click Complete GPRA Survey to complete the SAMHSA GPRA Survey.
    5. Click Complete Evaluation to provide valuable activity feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 
    6. Click Complete Evaluation - Presenters to provide valuable presenter feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window. 
    7. Click the button Claim Medical Credits in the box titled Claim Credits & Certificate. Choose the type of credit and click submit. Click the button View/Print Certificate to save or print your certificate.
    8. For Pharmacists ONLY: Complete the task entitled "Enter Pharmacist CPE Monitor Information (Required for Pharmacists)". Pharmacists must claim credit and provide their eProfile ID and Birthdate via the Pharmacist CPE Monitor Information survey within 30 days of completing the activity. ASAM will not report CPE Credits claimed 30+ days after activity completion to ACPE. ASAM will not report CPE Credits without accurate and complete information. Courses offering CPE Credit will indicate the amount of credit available for pharmacists on the Credits & Disclosure Tab.

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    Deanna Bridge Najera, MPAS, MS, PA-C, DFAAPA

    Deanna Bridge Najera completed her PA education at Chatham University in Pittsburgh. She attended the University of Maryland to earn her undergraduate degree and also obtained a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Shippensburg University. She currently splits her time between a suburban emergency department and a county health department. Additionally, she provides limited outpatient psychiatric services at a community mental health agency and a local college. She is a regular speaker on the state and national level and has served in multiple leadership capacities.

    Emily Brunner, MD, DFASAM

    Emily Brunner is board-certified in family medicine and a distinguished fellow in the field of addiction medicine. She has experience treating addiction in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She is an experienced physician and specializes in trauma-informed clinical treatment of substance use disorders with a comprehensive and compassionate approach. Dr. Brunner has been involved in the leadership of the Minnesota Society of Addiction Medicine and is currently a member of the national board of the American Society of Addiction Medicine. She also serves on both the methodology and legislative advocacy subcommittees.

    Paxton Bach, MD, MSc, ABIM, FRCPC, FASAM

    Paxton Bach is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia and a general internist and addiction medicine physician at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, BC. He also serves as the Co-Medical Director for the British Columbia Centre on Substance Use, and is the Director of the BCCSU Clinical Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program. Dr. Bach is certified as a specialist in General Internal Medicine through the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and an Addiction Medicine specialist through the International Society of Addiction Medicine and the American Board of Preventive Medicine.

    Accreditation & Credits


    Joint Accreditation Statement
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    In support of improving patient care, the American Society of Addiction Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

    Credits Available
    • Physicians: 2 Credit(s)
    • Nurses & NPs: 2 Nursing Contact Hour(s)
    • Pharmacology Hour(s): 0.5 Hour(s)
    • PAs: 2 Credit(s)
    • Pharmacists: 2 Credit(s)
    • Social Workers: 2 Credit(s)
    • Interprofessional Continuing Education: 2 Credit(s)
    • Certified Counselors: 2 NBCC Contact Hour(s)

    image American Society of Addiction Medicine has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7062. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. American Society of Addiction Medicine is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

    Maintenance of Certification (MOC)/Continuing Certification Program (CCP)

    This activity is designed to meet the requirements for MOC/CCP for several primary physician boards and for state licensing CME requirements. MOC Credit is only reported and designated for ABA, ABP, ABIM, and ABS. By completing the online credit application and evaluation, the learner permits ASAM to report credits to the appropriate Board. Learn more.

    • ABIM MOC Points: 2 Medical Knowledge | 2 Patient Safety
    • ABP MOC: 2 Lifelong Learning & Self-Assessment
    • ABS Continuing Certification: 2 Accredited CME 
    • ABA MOCA 2.0®*: 2 Lifelong Learning | 2 Patient Safety

    Additionally, this activity has been designed to satisfy the requirements of the following primary physician board certification requirements. Please confirm with your individual Board.

    • American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM)
    • American Board of Preventative Medicine (ABPM)
    • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
    • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)
    Certificates for other professions

    All participants may request a certificate of participation upon completion of the activity and an online evaluation confirming their participation. Learners are strongly advised to contact their professional licensing board or professional association to confirm this certificate will be accepted as evidence supporting continuing education requirements.

    California Association for Drug/Alcohol Educators (CAADE)

    This educational program is approved by CAADE: #CP40 999 1225.

    California Association of DUI Treatment Centers (CADTP)

    This educational program is approved by CADTP: #205.

    California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP)

    This educational program is approved by CCAPP: #OS-20-330-0227.

    Disclosure Information


    In accordance with the disclosure policies of ASAM and Joint Accreditation, the effort is made to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all accredited continuing education activities. These policies include identifying and mitigating all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies for those involved in the creation and dissemination of accredited continuing education.

    See the attached pdf for a list of disclosures.


    image

      American Society of Addiction Medicine has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7062. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. American Society of Addiction Medicine is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

    MOCA 2.0® is a trademark of the American board of Anesthesiology®.
    This activity contributes to the patient safety CME requirement for Part II: Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment of the American board of Anesthesiology's (ABA) redesigned Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology Program® (MOCA®), known as MOCA 2.0®. Please consult the ABA website, https://www.theaba.org/, for a list of all MOCA 2.0 requirements.

    The complete list of disclosures and designation statements are linked below.

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