Caron’s 8th Annual Addiction Research Symposium

Showcasing the latest evidence-based practices, treatment models and cutting-edge research, this event bridges the gap between practice and research to improve the care of those suffering from substance use disorders. Leading experts in the field of Addiction Medicine from across the country will enlighten the audience about current and future treatment possibilities being explored by researchers today.

Who should attend?

This event is appropriate for those who work in the field of Addiction Medicine, including psychiatrists, addiction medicine physicians, medical residents and students, medical researchers, nurse practitioners, nurses, nursing students, physician assistants, and medical educators. Additionally, those who work with patients with addiction, such as psychologists, behavioral health therapists, social workers, and therapists, will find value in attending (check with your licensing board for eligibility of credits).

This activity has been approved for AMA PRA CATEGORY 1 Credit ™ and 5 APA continuing education credits.

This program is available, please click to register and you will be directed to a new page.

Agenda

• 8:00am-8:45am- Registration & Continental Breakfast
• 8:45am-12:20- Presentations
• 12:20pm-1:20pm- Lunch and campus tours
• 1:30pm-3:45pm- Presentations

Click here for the full agenda.

Presenters:

• Dr. Ming Wang, MD, Associate Medical Director, Caron Treatment Centers
• Sharon Matthew, Consultant, Caron Treatment Centers
• Dr. Ellen Smith, Retired
• Dr. Martin Cheatle, PhD, Director, Behavioral Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
• Dr. Denise Hien, Vice Provost for Research, Chancellor-Provost’s Office, Rutgers University

9:00am- Ming Wang, MD & Sharon Matthew, LPC

Effective Treatment Strategies for Older Adults and Substance Use

10:10am- Martin Cheatle, PhD

Pain, Substance Use Disorders and Suicide

11:20am- Paul Regier, PhD

Neural Correlates of Trauma and Substance Use

1:30pm- Dr. Ellen Smith

Cover Your Bases, Learn About ACEs

2:40pm- Denise Hien, PhD

Charting a Course for the Next Decade of Research on Traumatic Stress and Addictions

Questions?

Please contact Julie Flannery by email jflannery@caron.org or by phone 610-299-8001.

Special discounts for students and affiliates. Please inquire with Julie Flannery

This program is available, please click to register and you will be directed to a new page.