
COURSE CREDITS & HOURS
14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™14 ACPE Credits
14.0 Contact Hours
14 CE Credits for Psychologists
COURSE FEES
$795.00 for Psychologists, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, & Nurse Practitioners
$595.00 for Social Workers, Nurses, Students, Residents, & Other Allied Health Professionals
TARGET AUDIENCE
PROGRAM PURPOSE
Dr. Mock's Topics
- The Overdose Crisis: Origin, Evolution and Stigma
- Recite one of the 4 misinformation pillars of the opioid/overdose crisis
- Give an example of one instance of stigma commonly encountered by people with SUDs in healthcare settings
- Describe two social drivers of health related to increased incidence of overdose
- Alcohol Use Disorder: Group case discussion
- Demonstrate the use of the AUDIT-C AUD screening tool
- Practice using a motivational statement for an alcohol brief intervention
- Summarize information on one AUD medication treatment
- Pain Management and Tapering Guidelines
- Describe the evolution of pain management guidelines
- Provide a recommendation for managing controlled substances in a legacy patient
- Compare a risk-benefit assessment vs a risk-risk assessment
- Treating Opioid Use Disorder and Drug Use Safety Strategies
- List three diagnostic criteria for OUD
- Describe the benefits and drawbacks of each of the three medications approved to treat OUD
- Identify two methods of buprenorphine initiation
- The Benzodiazepine Bandwagon and Controlled Substance Stewardship
- Breakdown the changes in benzodiazepine prescribing over the past 25 years
- Identify patients at highest risk of benzodiazepine-related side effects
- Propose a tapering triage process for patients currently prescribed benzodiazepines
- Addiction in Women and Pregnant People: Special Population Considerations
- Discuss disparities women face related to addiction
- Explain considerations for treating OUD in pregnant people
- Correlate pain and addiction issues with topics discussed in the parallel series on Women's Health in this CME event
- Focused discussion on other misused substances and Course review
- Expand the discussion of addiction to include other substances not yet discussed in this course
- Evaluate the use of cannabis products by patients in one's practice and community
- Review key messages from the preceding 6 hours of this course
Dr. Weissman's Topics
- Understanding Infertility: Epidemiological Insights and Basic Investigations
This session details the foundational components of a thorough infertility evaluation, including history-taking and diagnostic testing. It reviews common etiologies such as ovulatory dysfunction and endometriosis to help providers prioritize investigations based on individual patient presentations.
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): How Can I Help My Patient?
This talk reviews the diverse clinical presentations and diagnostic criteria of PCOS to improve early identification. It evaluates metabolic and reproductive implications while outlining evidence-based strategies for lifestyle interventions, pharmacologic options, and fertility management.
- The IVF Cycle Explained: Stages, Challenges, and Possibilities
This overview defines the role of IVF within assisted reproductive technology, describing the step-by-step process from diagnostics to embryo transfer. It also examines factors that influence success rates as well as the risks and limitations associated with the procedure.
- Fertility Preservation Across Medical and Non-Medical Indications
Distinguishing between medical and elective indications, this update covers preservation techniques such as oocyte and tissue freezing. It helps providers identify candidates for preservation and navigate the ethical and logistical considerations of patient counseling.
- Fertility Pathways and Options for LGBTQ Patients
This session identifies fertility pathways tailored to LGBTQ individuals, including donor options and surrogacy. It guides providers through the ethical, legal, and psychosocial complexities of these cases to ensure affirming, patient-centered care.
- The Promise and Risks of Artificial Intelligence in IVF & Reproductive Medicine
Exploring the emerging role of artificial intelligence in reproductive medicine, this lecture covers applications like embryo selection and personalized treatment planning. It critically assesses the evidence behind AI tools while addressing risks regarding data privacy and algorithmic transparency.
- Reproductive Medicine and Ethics: Balancing Innovation and Responsibility
This session analyzes ethical dilemmas in IVF, including embryo disposition and access to care. It offers frameworks for clinical decision-making to help providers balance medical outcomes with moral responsibility and facilitate informed patient conversations.



































