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August 2, 2023
Free Webinar on Managing Pain in Patients with Opioid Use Disorders
TONIGHT (August 2nd)

Managing Pain in Patients with Opioid Use Disorders
August 2, 2023
6:00-8:00 pm Via Zoom
 
Join us tonight for this FREE webinar brought to you by the ORN. State Chapter OUD/SUD Education and Training Support funded by American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry from Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

Please Note- This 2-hour course DOES count towards your 8 hours of training on opioids and other substance use disorders prior to renewing or obtaining their DEA license

Faculty: Andrea Weber, MD MME FACP FASAM, Clinical Associate Professor, Internal Medicine, and Psychiatry Assistant Director, UI Addiction and Recovery Collaborative
 

Objectives:
  • Identify stigma regarding Opioid Use Disorders and individuals who use opioids
  • Apply methods to empower individuals who use opioids
  • Utilize current information regarding treating chronic and acute pain in family medicine
  • Identify best practices for use of naloxone in the practice of family medicine
  • Apply best practices in the treatment of Opioid Use Disorder
 
Iowa-licensed physicians are required to complete 2 hours of Category 1 credits for chronic pain management These requirements, which became effective August 17, 2011, are for physicians who provide primary care to patients (e.g., emergency physicians, family physicians, general practice physicians, internists, neurologists, pain medicine specialists, and psychiatrists.
  
CLICK HERE to Register! 

Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant no. 1H79TI083343 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.
 
Accreditation Statement:
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by the Opioid Response Network, a SAMHSA-funded project developed by the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry. American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry 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.

American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry designates this in-person educational activity for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
IAFP Member Meet-Up in Cedar Rapids

IAFP September Member Meet-Up
Wednesday, September 27
Biaggi's in Cedar Rapids
6:30 pm - Networking Reception
7:00 pm - 1 hour CME Presentation on Physician Wellness
 
IAFP is coming to eastern Iowa! You are invited to join the IAFP for a CME Member Meet-Up on Wednesday, September 27th at Biaggi's in Cedar Rapids.
 
The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with a networking reception followed by a presentation at 7:00 by Dr. Gerard Clancy titled: More Than Burn-Out (MTBO): Health Workforce Retention and Well-being Strategies in the Post Pandemic Era.
 
Fee and Registration:
There is a $25 registration fee. Food and drinks will be provided.
You can register HERE
 
Location:
Biaggi's
320 Collins Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
 
CME Information:
Title: More Than Burn-Out (MTBO): Health Workforce Retention and Well-being Strategies in the Post Pandemic Era
 
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this activity, participants should be able to: 1. Recognize the impact of the pandemic and society's response on clinician safety, well-being and retention. 2. Apply new knowledge to assist in the building of improved systems for clinician safety, well-being and retention.
 
Faculty:
Gerard Clancy, MD Professor of Psychiatry and Emergency Medicine, Senior Associate Dean. University of Iowa Health Care
 
We hope to see you there!
Pediatric Mental Health Webinars

The Iowa Academy of Family Physicians is pleased to be able to partner with the Iowa Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics to increase awareness of and access to Pediatric Mental Health Care Access (PMHCA) programs to Iowa family physicians, pediatricians and other primary care providers, and support efforts to advance the sustainability of PMHCA programs. This is made possible through a grant from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) who is partnering with the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to provide grant funding to AAFP chapters.

We are excited to share with you one of the programs to help increase awareness of pediatric mental health. You will find both upcoming and archived webinars HERE on various pediatric mental health care topics for primary care providers. We hope you find this help and informative.
Save the Date for IAFP Annual Conference
November 16-18, 2023
West Des Moines Sheraton

We are excited to announce the 2023 Annual Conference will be held November 16-18 at the West Des Moines Sheraton. Our 2023 program is full of old favorites, new ideas, and exciting events. We are planning some special events to celebrate our 75 years as a chapter. We hope to see you there!

Information about reserving your hotel room at the Sheraton can be found HERE . Make sure and let them know you are with the IAFP to receive the discounted room rate.


Schedule of Events
Thursday, November 16
  • Committee Meetings
  • IAFP Foundation Board Meeting
  • IAFP Board Meeting
  • Annual Business Meeting
  • Evening CME sessions on Adult Asthma, Weight Loss Medications, Gun Violence, and Food Allergies            
  • 2023 Donor Appreciation Reception
(In recognition of 2023 Donors of the IAFP Foundation, Rural Loan Repayment
Program and PrimCare PAC.) *Members must have a donor ribbon to attend.

 Friday, November 17, 2023
  • Full day of CME Programming
  • Exhibit Hall
  • Resident Jeopardy
  • Awards & Installation Banquet 

Saturday, November 18, 2023
  • Past President’s Breakfast
  • Morning CME session on How My Prescribing of Controlled Substances Has Changed Over the Years, Practical Approaches to Acute Pain Management, and CHF Guidelines Update         


Join us in October for the
2023 Galena Fall CME Getaway

IAFP 2023 Galena Fall CME Getaway
October 6-8, 2023
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, Galena, IL
Register HERE
 
We are thrilled to be returning to beautiful Galena, Illinois in October!
More information and registration links can be found below.

Half-day CME sessions will be held Friday afternoon and Saturday and Sunday morning. All our CME sessions are presented by our attendees. 
Topics include:
  • Care of the Mental Health Patient
  • Pearls of Family Medicine Update
  • Endocannabinoid System
  • What to Know About the World of Workman's Compensation
  • Cardiac Testing
  • Move it or lose it-Physical Activity in Geriatric Patient
  • Primary Care & Mental Health Care Integration
  • 45 is the New 50: Colon Cancer Screenings
  • Endocannabinoid System Effects on Fertility, Diabetes, Thyroid, Lipids & Bone Health
  • Psychology of Aging           
  • Social Media Use and Adolescents
  • State of Family Medicine in Iowa 


Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa has something for the whole family. You can go horseback riding, unwind at the spa, hit the greens, or enjoy a dip in the pool. Check out the resort website for all the available activities and to view photos of the accommodations. We hope to see you there!
 
Hotel reservations must be made directly with the resort at 1-800-892-2269. Please tell them you are with the IAFP room block to receive the discounted room rate. 
 
We are pleased to offer a rate of $219.00 per night for a King or Queen/Queen in the Inn. We are also excited to offer special rates of $269.00 for a Deluxe Queen, Deluxe, King, and one-bedroom villa and $329.00 for a two-bedroom villa. All room rates are quoted exclusive of applicable state and local taxes, currently 11%, as well as the resort amenity fee.

Conference Opportunity at DMU:
Psychiatry for Non-Psychiatrists Conference

 

The Psychiatry for Non-Psychiatrists Conference will be held in-person at Des Moines University in Des Moines, IA, and streamed live via Zoom. All interested healthcare professionals are invited to attend, and continuing education credit will be available. The cost is $99. To learn more and register, please click here.

This CME conference will focus on how the robust demand for mental health services has grown steadily and outpaced the supply of psychiatrists. Non-psychiatric clinicians are increasingly filling that void and providing vital mental health care in many settings, including primary care clinics, hospitals, and community health centers. This conference will provide additional support to these clinicians so that they are better prepared to meet the mental health needs of their patient populations.

Topics will include:
  • Diagnosing and Treating ADHD
  • How to Not Be Spellbound by Spells: Diagnosis of Seizures, Syncope, Confusion, and Other Paroxysmal Events
  • Managing Depression
  • Office-Based Treatment of Anxiety
  • Polishing Your Bedside Manner: Counseling Skills for Healthcare Providers
  • Psychiatric Medication Update: What’s New for 2023
  • Recognizing Bipolar Disorder
Meet Your State Mandated CME Requirements: Evidence Based Care of Chronic Pain &
End of Life Care Courses Available On-Demand

Need state mandated CME? IAFP is offering state mandated CME courses on Chronic Pain & End of Life Care on-demand.
See below for more information and registration.

Iowa-licensed physicians are required to complete 2 hours of Category 1 credits for chronic pain management and 2 hours of Category 1 credits for end-of-life care every five years. These requirements became effective August 17, 2011, are for physicians who provide primary care to patients (e.g., emergency physicians, family physicians, general practice physicians, internists, neurologists, pain medicine specialists, and psychiatrists.)

Evidence Based Care of Chronic Pain Course
Cost-$40 for IAFP/AAFP Members
$50 for Nonmembers
Please Note- This 2-hour course DOES NOT count towards your 8 hours of training on opioids and other substance use disorders prior to renewing or obtaining your DEA license.

End of Life Care Course
Cost-$40 for IAFP/AAFP Members
$50 for Nonmembers
Updates from IAFP & AAFP
RAGBRAI Photos
Did you participate in RAGBRAI? Would you be willing share your photos for the upcoming fall issue of The Iowa Family Physician magazine? Email photos to Katie at kcox@iaafp.org

Information for Physicians to Prevent Mass Medicaid/CHIP Disenrollment During Unwinding
Over 1 million patients have lost Medicaid coverage through the unwinding process. IAFP is helping @CMSgov ensure patients in Iowa keep access to their #Medicaid coverage. Check out the informational flyer here: https://iaafp.org/medicaid/

Family Medicine Cares International - Accepting Delegation Applications
Join the AAFP Foundation's Family Medicine Cares International Program as a Delegate and make a global impact through medical education, patient care, and service to children in the Dominican Republic. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity! The delegation trip is scheduled for February 10-17, 2024. For more information and to apply by October 31, visit https://www.aafpfoundation.org/our-programs/humanitarian-initiatives/family-medicine-cares-international.html#

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