Initiating Buprenorphine in the Emergency Department (ED)

Initiating Buprenorphine in the Emergency Department (ED) is organized by Maine Medical Association, Center for Quality Improvement (MMA-CQI).

Description:
Initiating Buprenorphine in the ED
This module focuses on how to provide buprenorphine inductions within the Emergency Department (ED) and then provide a warm hand off to treatment/recovery services within the community. This module was made possible by the generous support and funding from MaineCare.

This module is self-paced and available to any user who registers with the Maine Medical Association, Center for Quality Improvement Learning Lab. The estimated time to complete is approximately 60 minutes. The module consists of multiple sub-sections or units and will contain various elements, including hyperlinks to readings and web resources, video lessons, and pre-and post-assessments needed to obtain a CME Certificate or a CME Certificate of Participation.

During this module, participants will:

• Understand the importance of offering MAT in the ED
• Have knowledge on the background and studies behind offering inductions in the ED
• Understand the science behind addiction
• Have knowledge on the basics of buprenorphine