Implementation of an Opioid Stewardship Program at an Academic Medical Center

As the opioid crisis continues to affect the lives of people around the country health-systems most impacted by the crisis have taken a proactive approach in the fight. Recognizing the need for grassroots leadership to guide responsible opioid prescribing the University of Kentucky HealthCare implemented an Opioid Stewardship Program.

 

The host and speakers would like to give special acknowledgement of Steven Silverstein, Pharm.D., BCPS, Director of Pharmacy; Mercy Hospital and Medical Center, Chicago, IL for his assistance with the development of this podcast.

 

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