Innovating healthcare to combat the opioid crisis — Tackling a nationwide issue

Wednesday, October  9th, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT 

With more than 107,000 opioid-related overdose deaths last year, the opioid crisis continues to strain hospitals and communities across the country.

One of the key concerns is access to prescribed opioids. A recent study found the risk of an overdose increased by 60% among individuals living with someone with a recently filled opioid prescription.

Join experts and healthcare leaders for a discussion on how they are leveraging new technology like at-home drug deactivation systems to reduce misuse risk and costs.

You'll learn about:
 
  • New research and insights on the opioid crisis from Mayo Clinic,  University of Houston and JAMA
  • New tech that supports the shift towards more efficiency and outpatient-focused care
  • New strategies to navigate the opioid crisis and transform community health

Presenters: 

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Jason Sundby

President of Deterra Drug Deactivation and Disposal System

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Brand Newland, PharmD

CEO of Goldfinch Health

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Tyler J. Varisco, PharmD, PhD

Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Policy
Assistant Director of Research Development, The PREMIER Center
University of Houston College of Pharmacy