Opioids

Robert G. Smith, DPM
Podcasts
Opioid Risk Management: What The Podiatrist Should Know
11/29/2021
In this episode, Dr. Robert G. Smith outlines key concepts that the podiatrist should know when it comes to opioid risk management, including mitigation strategies and helpful references.
In this episode, Dr. Robert G. Smith outlines key concepts that the podiatrist should know when it comes to opioid risk management, including mitigation strategies and helpful references.
In this episode, Dr. Robert G....
11/29/2021
Podiatry Today
Review
Mitigating the Opioid Crisis for Wound Care Providers Using Opioid Stewardship
06/02/2020
The purpose of this article is to explore the central theme of responsible opioid pain management. It will introduce, define, and defend with clinical-based evidence a proposed acronym, “MORPHINE,” to assist and help shape prescription opioid...
The purpose of this article is to explore the central theme of responsible opioid pain management. It will introduce, define, and defend with clinical-based evidence a proposed acronym, “MORPHINE,” to assist and help shape prescription opioid...
The purpose of this article is...
06/02/2020
Wounds
Sara Heins, PhD, on State-Level Morphine Equivalent Daily Dose Policies
Podcasts
Sara Heins, PhD, on State-Level Morphine Equivalent Daily Dose Policies
03/26/2020
In this podcast, Sara Heins, PhD, from the RAND Corporation, answers our questions about her study that evaluated state-level morphine equivalent daily dose policies, why variation in these policies can be challenging, and more.
In this podcast, Sara Heins, PhD, from the RAND Corporation, answers our questions about her study that evaluated state-level morphine equivalent daily dose policies, why variation in these policies can be challenging, and more.
In this podcast, Sara Heins,...
03/26/2020
Neurology
News
Does Opioid Use Increase the Risk of Hepatic Encephalopathy in Cirrhosis?
01/24/2020
Because clinicians often prescribe opioids for cirrhosis pain, authors of a new study assessed whether opioids affect patients’ risk of hepatic encephalopathy and, if so, what impact opioid use duration has on this risk.
Because clinicians often prescribe opioids for cirrhosis pain, authors of a new study assessed whether opioids affect patients’ risk of hepatic encephalopathy and, if so, what impact opioid use duration has on this risk.
Because clinicians often...
01/24/2020
Gastroenterology
Poll: Opioid Use and Constipation
Poll
Poll: Opioid Use and Constipation
01/23/2020
Do you often evaluate defecation function among patients with constipation who are on opioids or were recently on opioids? Let us know by taking the poll!
Do you often evaluate defecation function among patients with constipation who are on opioids or were recently on opioids? Let us know by taking the poll!
Do you often evaluate defecation...
01/23/2020
Gastroenterology
Online Exclusive
Keys To Educating Patients On Safe Opioid Medication Disposal
11/11/2019
Given the current dangers of the opioid epidemic, this author discusses points that clinicians can share with their patients about safe disposal of opioid prescription medication.
Given the current dangers of the opioid epidemic, this author discusses points that clinicians can share with their patients about safe disposal of opioid prescription medication.
Given the current dangers of the...
11/11/2019
Podiatry Today
Q&As
3 Questions About Nutrition as a Treatment for Pain
10/08/2019
Elizabeth Huntoon, MD, answered our questions about which nutrition plans are best for managing pain, the best anti-inflammatory foods, and more.
Elizabeth Huntoon, MD, answered our questions about which nutrition plans are best for managing pain, the best anti-inflammatory foods, and more.
Elizabeth Huntoon, MD, answered...
10/08/2019
Neurology
Q&As
3 Questions on Using Mindfulness and Meditation to Reduce Chronic Pain
09/10/2019
David Patterson, PhD, answers our questions about how mindfulness and meditation contribute to chronic pain reduction, the techniques he employs with his patients, and how you can implement them in your practice.
David Patterson, PhD, answers our questions about how mindfulness and meditation contribute to chronic pain reduction, the techniques he employs with his patients, and how you can implement them in your practice.
David Patterson, PhD, answers...
09/10/2019
Neurology
Quiz
Pop Quiz: CDC Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain
09/09/2019
The CDC’s guideline for prescribing opioids for chronic pain outlines several recommendations. Do you know which type of opioid is recommended for patients initiating treatment for chronic pain?
The CDC’s guideline for prescribing opioids for chronic pain outlines several recommendations. Do you know which type of opioid is recommended for patients initiating treatment for chronic pain?
The CDC’s guideline for...
09/09/2019
Neurology
Conference Coverage
Acute Opioid Use Worsens Outcomes Among Patients With Migraine
07/11/2019
Despite recommendations against their use, opioids are still commonly prescribed for patients with migraine. A new review presented at the American Headache Society’s 61st Annual Scientific Meeting assessed the variables associated with...
Despite recommendations against their use, opioids are still commonly prescribed for patients with migraine. A new review presented at the American Headache Society’s 61st Annual Scientific Meeting assessed the variables associated with...
Despite recommendations against...
07/11/2019
Neurology

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