Insights and Strategies Into Optimizing Opioid Management

This is a video synopsis/summary of a Practice Pearls featuring Ryan Haumschild, PharmD, MS, MBA, CPEL; Megan Mitchell, PharmD, MS; Stephanie Abel, PharmD, BCPS; and Jennifer Grate, CPhT.

Haumschild invites insights from panelists Mitchell, Grate, and Abel on strategies for health care professionals to optimize patient safety in opioid management. Mitchell stresses holistic patient-centric approaches, language sensitivity, and internal reflection to enhance care quality. Grate emphasizes creating a safe environment for staff, reducing stigma, and promoting support for those facing opioid use disorder. Abel underscores leveraging available resources, engaging in governance structures, addressing bias, and adopting a treatment-focused approach. The importance of open communication and empathetic conversations is highlighted to foster a supportive culture. The panelists collectively emphasize the need for a comprehensive, collaborative, and patient-focused opioid management program. Haumschild expresses gratitude to the panelists, affirming the value of their insights for the audience in promoting responsible opioid management.

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