The University of Florida Department of Urology invites you to attend
Grand Rounds
“Opioid Prescribing in 2017: Surgeon’s Role and Responsibilities”
Marla J. Wardenburg, MD
Department of Urology
University of Florida
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
7:00 am
Department of Urology Conference Room, M2-203C
Learning Objectives
Review background of the current opioid epidemic and relevance for surgeons.
Review current understanding of the risk of post-op opioid dependence.
Discuss strategies for multimodal perioperative pain control.
Identify opportunities for improvement and education regarding opioid use and responsible prescribing.
Target Audience:
Urologists, Residents, Nurses, Physician Assistants, and Staff
Accreditation:
The University of Florida College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education for physicians.
Credit:
The University of Florida College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Support:
The Department of Urology within the University of Florida’s College of Medicine is hosting this free event, which is internally supported.
Contact Information:
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Stephanie Stenner at Stephanie.stenner@urology.ufl.edu.
Disclosure:
Dr. Wardenburg has disclosed that she has no relevant financial relationships. Dr. Vincent Bird, Planning Committee, is a consultant for Boston Scientific. No one else in a position to control content has any financial relationship to disclose.
Section Number: 8119