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How to Manage Chronic Pain and Opioids in an Outpatient Setting during the COV-ID 19 Pandemic (Recorded on 4/15/2020)
Please note that the views and opinions expressed within this activity are attributable to the panelists and are not formally endorsed by the AAPM&R. Several legislative, regulatory and reimbursement changes have occurred in recent weeks and are continuing to evolve as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The information provided reflects the understanding of the panelists at the time this session was recorded. Please refer to all currently approved guidelines and regulations for formal guidance.
Description
Physiatrists are at the forefront of treatment of acute and chronic pain conditions and are frequently asked to manage pain as a method of improving function in inpatient and outpatient settings. Given the current environment and the inability to see patients, join our webinar discussion to hear how a few experts are managing their patients with chronic pain and those that need opioids.
Panelists include:
- Andrew S. Friedman, MD, FAAPMR – from Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, WA
- Ameet Nagpal, MD, MD, MEd, FAAPMR – from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, TX
- Saloni Sharma, MD, FAAPMR – from Rothman Orthopaedics in Bryn Mawr, PA
- Steven P. Stanos, Jr., DO, FAAPMR – from Swedish Medical Group in Seattle, WA