Other Opioid Therapy Guidelines

Washington AMDG recently issued an update to the well regarded 2010 guidelines. Draft for public comment (Apr. 2015)
Also see California Medical Board guidelines (Nov. 2014) and OHSU guidelines (2013)

Classic case presentations – We will discuss a number of “archetypal” clinical situations as a group – topics such as patients with fibromyalgia, patients on benzodiazepines and opioids, patients with pain and a substance abuse history, treated patients without functional improvement, and more.

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5th Annual Thoughtful Approach to Chronic Pain

Nationally recognized speakers discuss the treatment of chronic pain and best approaches to opioid therapy.
When: May 20-21, 2016
Where: Smullin Education Center, Medford, Oregon
Who: All Health Care Professionals

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Moving Through Chronic Pain: Community Forum

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LEARN HOW TO LIVE BETTER WITH CHRONIC PAIN

Pain medications can help manage chronic pain, if used safely. But we now know that many alternative/complementary treatments are just as effective, safer, and can help improve your life.

Come to our Community Forum!

Famous journalist Sam Quinones talks about his book “Dreamland” – how the US drug companies and the Mexican heroin drug trade has contributed to America’s epidemic of opioid and heroin abuse.
Tom Holt and Dr. Kevin Vowles give talks on the nature of chronic pain, complementary/alternative non-opioid treatments, and how you can live a more meaningful life along side your chronic pain”

Attend the Health Fair

We have booths and raffles prizes. Learn how Sleep, Nutrition, Education, Movement, and Medications are all part of how to manage your pain better and live a better life.

Listen to our speakers, visit with the vendors, and enjoy a delicious dinner.

DREAMLAND – Recommended Reading!

Read about two drug marketing stories – pharma marketing new “non-addictive” opiate drugs and immigrants from Mexico selling black-tar heroin like pizza. Both lead to the current addiction epidemic. On the agenda for the October OPG meeting.

Amazon book link

Peer to Peer Support Groupfor Persistent Pain

What: Support, Education, Tips, Tools and Information.
When: Every Wednesday 3:30 – 5:00 pm
Where: 140 S. Holly Street, Madrone Room #2202, Medford, OR
Contact: Michelle Marikos (541) 774-3855 admin@painadvisors.com

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Living Well With Chronic Pain Self Management Program

What: 6 week workshop. Meets once per week for 2 ½ hours. Stanford University program led by two trained facilitators. Participants learn skills to improve quality of life and increase self-efficacy in managing chronic pain symptoms.
Where: Workshops offered in community settings in Jackson and Josephine Counties.
Contact: Register for next available start date – Call 541-864-9611 or email livingwell@rvcog.org

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BREAKING FREE of Chronic Pain

When: 7 week series, Mondays starting June 1st, 3:30-5:00 pm
What: Learn about the nature of chronic pain as a mind-body phenomenon. Learn how to gain more control over your mood, achieve better function and improve your quality of life. Understand the impact of lifestyle, stress and diet on pain levels.
Where: Orenda Energy Arts, 617 East Main Street, Medford
Reserve your spot: Call Integrative Healing & Recovery Programs, LLC (541) 210-1952 to enroll.

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Oregon Pain Guidance Group

What: Group of healthcare professionals and community partners promoting best practices for managing complex, chronic non-cancer pain.
When: Meets monthly on third Wednesday 6-8 PM (5:30 dinner – $10) CME available for a small fee.
Where: Smullin Center – room 108, Medford, OR
Also meets same time at Three Rivers Hospital, Grants Pass, OR
To get on the OPG email list, email your contact details.

Learn more about the OPG group

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University of Washington Tele Pain Management Case Conference Calls

Two presentations a week of Pain Patient Care.
Wednesday 12:30 pm by Community Clinicians
Thursday 12:00 pm by VA/DoD clinicians

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