2022 UTHealth Addictions Conference
Closing the Gap Between Science and Practice
Date:August 26 and 27 (Friday and Saturday), 2022
Time:8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location:Institute of Molecular Medicine (IMM)
Address:1825 Pressler St, Houston, TX 77030
Registration is now open! Clickhereto register!
Course Overview
Addiction is a complex brain disease that affects millions of Americans with far-reaching and devastating consequences. Scientific research over the years has advanced our understanding of the neurobiology of addiction and its treatment, using an array of effective behavioral and pharmacological interventions. Despite significant advances, the vast majority of people in need fail to receive treatment that is based on scientific knowledge. No other medical condition is treated this way.
2022年休斯顿成瘾障碍会议will address critical gaps that exist between science and practice in the field of drug addiction. Primary care is often the first entry point for patients with substance use disorders. Experts will talk about models for integrating addiction medicine into primary care, along with efforts to improve substance abuse education and training for medical students, physicians, and other health care professionals. Other novel models for closing the gap will be showcased, including integration of addiction treatment with behavioral health care services for people experiencing homelessness, with co-occurring mental health conditions, or living with or affected by HIV. It often takes years for research findings to affect treatment delivery. We will present results from recent clinical trials revealing promising new medications and behavioral therapies for treating substance use disorders for tobacco, alcohol, stimulants and opioids.
This Conference is intended to help narrow the gaps in communication by bringing together researchers, clinicians, and policymakers – all who share the goal of improving addiction treatment outcomes.
Registration Information
Early Bird registration (Before July 31, 2022)
卫生保健专业人员 ...........................................................................…………….$360
(Including physicians, psychologists, scientists, nurses and nurses practitioners, physicians assistants, social workers, and other health care professionals)
Online attendance only (no ability to interact)……………………………………………….$335
Students, Trainees & Non-Health Care Professionals…………………………….……..$185
(Including residents, fellows, interns, and medical students)
Online attendance only (no ability to interact)………………………………………….……$160
Regular registration (After July 31, 2022)
卫生保健专业人员 ...........................................................................….….…….$410
(Including physicians, psychologists, scientists, nurses and nurses practitioners, physicians assistants, social workers, and other health care professionals)
Online attendance only (no ability to interact)……………………………………………..$385
Students, Trainees & Non-Health Care Professionals…………………………………$210
(Including residents, fellows, interns, and medical students)
Online attendance only (no ability to interact)……………………………………………..$185
Educational Information
PHYSICIANS – UTHealth Houston designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
PSYCHOLOGISTS – The Louis A. Faillace, MD, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This activity provides 12.0 hours of psychology continuing education credits.
NURSING – UTHealth Harris County Psychiatric Center is an approved provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Louisiana State Nurses Association Approver Unit, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002179. This activity provides 12.0 contact hours of nursing continuing education.
SOCIAL WORKERS – This program has been approved for 12.0 credit hours in accordance with the requirements of the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners. Provider Sponsor: UT-Harris County Psychiatric Center/Provider Number: CS1177.
Parking
For parking, please use the AU Lot, located just west of the IMM building. Please clickhereto see a Google Map of the location.