Opioid Use in Pregnancy: Trends, Treatment, and Controversies
There has been a large increase in opioid use and its consequences in the US. This presentation will approach opioid use through a historical and epidemiological lens focusing on how the reproductive life course intersects with substance use in pregnancy.
Mishka Terplan is a physician boarded in both obstetrics and gynecology and addiction medicine. He serves as Medical Director of Behavioral Health System Baltimore, the local behavioral health authority, and is adjunct faculty at the University of Maryland Department of Epidemiology and Public health. His clinical, research and advocacy interests lie along the intersection of reproductive health and addiction.
The Innovative Discoveries Series, sponsored by the Delaware Clinical & Translational Science ACCEL program and the Christiana Care Value Institute, features informal presentations on topics relevant to current research and healthcare practice, led by knowledgeable and experienced presenters. There are offerings for researchers, healthcare providers, and community members of varying levels of experience.
These free talks are held Fridays at noon at Christiana Hospital but can be viewed from your home or office computer. Earn CMEs by participating in-person or online. Lunch is served and all are welcome to attend.
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