Activity Title
Opioids and Podiatry
Activity Availability
April 1, 2026 - March 30, 2927
Description
As medical providers we have a goal of reducing pain and suffering. To achieve that goal we use opioid analgesics, non-opioid Analgesics, and other modalities. This program will discuss the indications, contraindications, benefits, and risks of various forms of analgesia.
Target Audience
This activity is intended for providers who manage patient pain
Learning Objectives: At the end of the educational program, the learner will be able to:
- Define the risks and benefits of opioid analgesics
- Apply strategies to mitigate the risk of opioid dependency
- Employ appropriate analgesics based on individualized patient needs
Faculty
Michael Brody, DPM (Scientific Chair)
Dr Brody has been in practice since 1988 and has served as a Residency Director at DVAMC Northport. He has held staff appointments at a number of Colleges of Podiatry and lectures around the country on compliance for medical doctors and staff.
Lecture Objectives :
- Understand Narcotic Treatment Options
- Be aware of The Risks associated with prescribing Opioids
- Learn the state requirements for prescribing Opioids
Fees
Registration $79
Free for those that attended the live event
Intended Audience : Medical Providers
Refund Policy
No refunds are available for online courses
Compliance Statement
In accordance with the Council on Podiatric Medical Education's Standards and Requirements for Approval of Providers of Continuing Education in Podiatric Medicine, any relevant financial relationships with commercial interests of faculty, planning committee, or any others who have influence over the content of this educational activity must be disclosed to program participants.
CME Online is accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. CME Online has approved this activity for a maximum of 8 continuing education contact hours.
This is an on demand course and the learner must pass the tests associated with this course (Passing Grade 70%) to earn a certificate of completion. Each learner will have three attempts to pass the tests. After three failed attempts the course will be locked and the learner will need to pay a new fee to re-take the course and take the tests to earn a certificate
Financial Disclosures
The following faculty have no financial relationships to disclose:
Michael Brody, DPM