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ORN Fall 2026 - OUD Treatment: Induction, Stabilization, and Tips for Success in the Perinatal Period
Description:
The opioid epidemic has had a profound impact on pregnant individuals and their families, contributing to rising rates of opioid use disorder (OUD), neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, and maternal morbidity and mortality. This presentation will review the epidemiology of OUD in pregnancy, discuss evidence-based medication treatment options, and highlight the essential components of comprehensive, multidisciplinary care. Through a real-world clinical case, participants will explore practical strategies for addressing the complex medical, behavioral, and social needs of pregnant patients with OUD while reducing stigma and improving maternal and neonatal outcomes.

 

Learning objectives:
At the conclusion of this seminar, attendees should be able to:
  • Review how the opioid epidemic has impacted the pregnant population.
  • Evaluate the medication treatment options for opioid use disorder in pregnancy.
  • Describe the components of comprehensive care for the treatment of opioid use disorder in pregnancy and the postpartum period.
CME

Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credits Available

Participants in this program may earn the following CME credits:

✔ 1 AOA Category 1-A Credit
✔ 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
✔ 1 AAPA Category 1 CME Credit 
✔ 1 Nurses CNE Credit

Earn valuable continuing education credits while enhancing your professional knowledge!

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What is ORN
  • Help is here! The Opioid Response Network (ORN) is your resource for no-cost education, training and consultation to enhance efforts addressing opioid and stimulant use disorders.
  • ORN has consultants in every state and territory to deploy across prevention, treatment, recovery and overdose prevention.
  • Share your needs via the “Submit a Request” form at www.OpioidResponseNetwork.org. Within one business day, your regional point person will be in touch to learn more.
Speaker:

Elise Wessol DO
 
Elise Wessol, DO, is a board-certified family medicine and addiction medicine physician with fellowship training in Addiction Medicine from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Dr. Wessol is the immediate past president of the Illinois Society of Addiction Medicine (ISAM), a state chapter of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), and co-chair of the public policy committee. She is a member of ASAM’s Legislative and Public Policy Committee. She also serves as Treasurer/Secretary of the American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine (AOAAM). Additionally, she is an assistant professor at the Carle Illinois College of Medicine.

Deeply committed to public health and social justice, Dr. Wessol serves on the Illinois Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee for Violent Deaths. Her professional background includes service as an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer at a Healthcare for the Homeless clinic, which has shaped her enduring commitment to advocacy and policy at both the state and federal levels. Her work centers on advancing health equity and improving care for marginalized and underserved populations.
DISCLAIMER
ACCREDITATION: 
In support of improving patient care, American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

DISCLOSURE AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST RESOLUTION:
All conflicts of interest of any individual(s) in a position to control the content of this CME activity will be identified and resolved prior to this educational activity being provided. Disclosure about provider and faculty relationships, or the lack thereof, will be provided to learners.
Funding:
Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant no. 1H79TI088037 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
Summary
Availability:
Registration Required
Access expires on Oct 01, 2029
Location:
Online Meeting
Date / Time:
Sep 15, 2026 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM ET
Cost:
FREE
Credit Offered:
1 AAPA Category 1 CME Credit
1 AMA PRA Cat 1 Credit
1 Nurses CNE Credit
1 AOA Category 1A Credit
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