Total Credits: 1 including 1 AOA Category 1-A Credit(s), 1 Opioid Credit
Patients are on opioids and it is not my fault. However, it is our responsibility as an Osteopathic Physician to address the health concerns of the whole patient and this includes pain and the management of opioids. In our busy Medical Practices it can be difficult to address all the concerns our patients bring to us. Patients who have been on or are on opioids can be time consuming and create provider and staff anxiety which can lead to burn out.
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
Statement of Accreditation
The Texas Osteopathic Medical Association (TOMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. TOMA designates is program for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
Grievance Policy
All grievances may be directed to TOMA's Executive Director at toma@txosteo.org. All grievances will receive an initial response within 30 days of receipt. If the participant does not receive a satisfactory response, they can submit a complaint to the Bureau of Osteopathic Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.
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After graduating from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine and getting out of residency with Midwestern University, Dr. Farrell quickly realized the importance of treating pain in Osteopathic Family Practice. Working in rural areas, she was often the last resort for many patients that were unable to travel long distances to see specialists. She got her "XF" to use Buprenorphine for Opioid Use Disorder in 2003. Due to her experience using Buprenorphine, she started working in the Pain Clinic at American Lakes VA. She continues her work in providing Buprenorphine to Veterans with the South Texas VA as a teleworker. Her patients include those with Pain and OUD, hospice and palliative care. Several have multiple health issues and require complicated care.
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