ASAM Virtual Review course in Addiction Medicine 2023 (Videos)

Overview

The ASAM Virtual Review Course in Addiction Medicine 2023 (Videos) provides 16 hours of on-demand lectures recorded from the ASAM 2023 Review Course held on July 27–28, 2023. This course is designed to support physicians and clinicians preparing for addiction medicine certification and those seeking foundational knowledge in this specialty.

On-demand Addiction Medicine education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Format: Video lectures
Total size: 16 hours of recorded content

Agenda

This comprehensive review course covers key topics aligned with the addiction medicine exam blueprints. The curriculum addresses foundational and intermediate knowledge essential for clinical practice in addiction medicine.

• Review Course Virtual Office Hours – 2023
• Treatment for Different Stages of Life – Adolescents, Young Adults, and the Elderly – 2023
• Tobacco Use Disorder – Public Health and Practice – 2023
• Stimulant Use Disorder – From Neurobiology to Public Health – 2023
• Sedative Use Disorder – Research and Practice – 2023
• Psychosocial Interventions – Mutual Help, Psychotherapy, and Social Support – 2023
• Psychosocial Interventions – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing – 2023
• Psychiatric Co-Morbidities – Complexities of Diagnosis and Care – 2023
• Prevention and Public Health – From Theory to Practice – 2023
• Pregnancy and Newborns – Considerations from Science to Systems – 2023
• Pharmacology and Toxicology – Principles, Applications, and Limitations – 2023
• Pain and Addiction – Trends and Treatments – 2023
• Other Classes of Drugs – Pharmacology and Epidemiology – 2023
• Opioid Use Disorder – Science, History, and Clinical Implications – 2023
• Neurobiology of Addiction – Key Concepts and Models – 2023
• Medical Co-Morbidities – Diagnosis, Prevention and Complications – 2023
• Interesting Cases – Applying Concepts to Unexpected Real-Life Scenarios – 2023
• Genetics and Gender – Impacts on Diagnosis and Care – 2023
• Evolution of Addiction and Treatment – History and Impact – 2023
• Ethics and the Law – Principles and Implications – 2023
• Epidemiology – Core Concepts and Applications – 2023
• Cannabis Use Disorder – Science, Trends, and Clinical Implications – 2023
• Behavioral Addiction – Criteria, Challenges and Considerations – 2023
• Becoming Certified – Pathways, Insights and Preparation Strategies – 2023
• Alcohol Use Disorder – Neurobiology, Diagnosis and Treatment – 2023

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, participants should be able to:

• Demonstrate practical knowledge on the neurobiology of addiction and articulate its clinical relevance.
• Describe the effects of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs in tolerant and non-tolerant individuals.
• Diagnose addiction accurately and differentiate it from other medical or psychiatric conditions.
• Explain pharmacologic and psychosocial treatment options, and select modalities tailored to individual patient needs.
• Identify triggers of relapse and apply evidence-based strategies to prevent and manage relapse effectively.

Speakers

This course features a distinguished faculty of addiction medicine experts delivering comprehensive lectures aligned with exam blueprints and clinical practice. The presenters encompass leaders in neurobiology, pharmacology, epidemiology, psychiatry, and ethical considerations related to addiction medicine.

Target Audience

This course is intended for physicians preparing for the ABPM or AOA Board Certification Examination in addiction medicine, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, other clinicians, researchers, residents, fellows, students, and counselors involved in addiction care or study.

Why This Topic Matters

The ASAM Virtual Review Course in Addiction Medicine 2023 (Videos) addresses essential knowledge across the spectrum of addiction medicine, reinforcing expertise in a specialty of growing clinical importance. This course supports professionals in enhancing their understanding of neurobiology, treatment modalities, and ethical and public health considerations critical to patient care.

MedHub Central offers this resource to facilitate flexible, in-depth learning tailored to addiction medicine practitioners. The comprehensive content enables clinicians to strengthen their clinical confidence and preparation for certification in addiction medicine.