This live session provides a focused overview of professionalism in addiction medicine, emphasizing ethical decision-making, legal considerations, and the physician’s role in advocacy and systems improvement.
What This Includes
• Core ethical principles, including autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, justice, and confidentiality
• Legal and regulatory considerations relevant to addiction medicine practice
• The intersection of healthcare, public policy, and the legal system in the care of patients with substance use disorders
• Common clinical scenarios involving ethical dilemmas, competing priorities, and professional responsibilities
• Practical application of ethical and professional principles in patient care and clinical decision-making
• The role of physician advocacy in improving access to treatment and reducing barriers to care
• Strategies for navigating complex ethical, legal, and professional challenges in addiction medicine
What to Expect
• Live, faculty-led instruction delivered in an interactive online format
• Case-based discussion exploring real-world ethical and legal issues encountered in addiction medicine
• Structured content aligned with the ACAAM National Addiction Medicine Didactic Curriculum and ABPM content areas
• Practical guidance for applying ethical principles and professional standards in clinical practice
• Discussion of advocacy opportunities that support patients, improve systems of care, and advance the field of addiction medicine