Chronic pain patients are an ongoing challenge to treat effectively, given the wide variety of variables that can affect outcomes. Because of their experience with Continuity of Care, Primary care physicians are uniquely equipped to handle this population. This presentation is designed to equip PCPs with a streamlined approach to managing some of those variables.

Presented by: William Campbell, DO, FAAFP, FAOAAM; Family Medicine/Pain Medicine/Addiction Medicine; Health Solutions

Learning objectives:
1. To develop a standardized algorithm that addresses diagnosis, treatment, and maintenance.
2. To review current safety guidelines, and understand the multiple treatment options for high risk patients.
3. To better understand the 'goals of tapering' and employ tapering strategies that address both patient safety and compliance.

This state-mandated CME webinar is being submitted for credit through the AAFP. Credit is pending approval.