Tulane University Health Sciences Center Training: Kratom Insights for Healthcare Professionals

Tulane University School of Medicine invites healthcare professionals to a dynamic session, Kratom: From Bench to Bedside, on Friday, January 31, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA. This hybrid event, available in-person and virtually, is free to attend, has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™, and provides valuable insights into managing Kratom use in healthcare settings.

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Key Discussion Topics:

• Traditional Uses: Discover Kratom's historic roles in Southeast Asia for pain relief and energy.

• Current Trends: Learn how Kratom is used in the U.S., its product forms, and user motivations.

• Risks and Challenges: Identify patterns of misuse, health risks, and clinical presentations.

• Policy Solutions: Examine legislative approaches to balance responsible use and regulation.

• Patient Conversations: Gain strategies for discussing Kratom use with patients.

Program Facilitators:

• John Thompson, MD - Tulane University School of Medicine

• Christopher R. McCurdy, PhD, F.A.A.P.S. - University of Florida College of Pharmacy

• Oliver Grundmann, PhD - University of Florida College of Pharmacy

• Mark Gold, MD, DFASAM - Washington University, St. Louis

• Jessica Hulsey - Addiction Policy Forum