Comprehensive, Evidence-Based, Consensus Guidelines for Prescription of Opioids for Chronic Non-Cancer Pain from the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP)

This webinar offers a focused overview of the 2023 Clinical Practice Guidelines from the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP), highlighting evidence-based strategies for prescribing opioids to manage chronic non-cancer pain. Led by Dr. Richard A. Lawhern, it addresses current challenges in pain management, emphasizes patient safety, and provides guidance on balancing effective treatment with regulatory compliance. This training is essential for healthcare professionals navigating the evolving landscape of opioid prescribing while ensuring patients maintain access to appropriate, individualized care.

Educational Objectives

After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:

• Describe recommendations in the updated 2023 Practice Guidelines of the American Society for Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP) for the prescription of opioids for chronic non-cancer pain.
• Discuss improvements and remaining issues in these guidelines.
• Identify strategies to enhance patient safety and mitigate the potential for opioid misuse in clinical practice.
• Apply guideline-informed approaches to balance effective pain management using multiple modalities while preserving patient access to appropriate therapies.