Always Open, Always Safe: A Blueprint for 24/7 ED Based Harm Reduction

Friday, April 5, 2024

1:15 PM – 2:30 PM

Presenter(s)

Josh Luftig, PA-C

Co-founder, Director
Bridge | CA Bridge | Alameda Health System | Highland Hospital, California

Slides Handouts
Aimee Moulin, MD

Professor
University of California at Davis School of Medicine, California
Arianna D. Campbell, PA-C

PA-C, Co-Principal Investigator
Marshall Medical Center, Bridge, California
Arlene Brown

CEO
Crossroads Recovery Center and Skoden Native Harm Reduction Services, California

Non-presenting author(s)

Rebecca Trotzky-Sirr, MD

Director of Addiction and Community Medicine
Los Angeles General Medical Center, California

Join us for an insightful workshop that unveils effective strategies for enhancing ED-based harm reduction programs, crucial for providing comprehensive care to individuals with substance use disorder. Led by an expert panel, the session will explore key topics including funding, distribution, compliance, and innovation, drawing from real-world case studies and successful implementations. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge and practical tools to navigate the complexities and elevate the quality and reach of harm reduction services within emergency departments.

Learning Objectives:

Learners will be able to:

develop a comprehensive understanding of the strategies and regulations surrounding ED-based harm reduction & will be equipped with practical steps to implement physician-led syringe service programs in their respective EDs.
identify the challenges and barriers associated with integrating harm reduction services in the ED setting and propose actionable solutions, drawing insights from real-world case studies and expert discussions.
collaborate during group breakouts to share insights and strategies, leading to the design of a tailored harm reduction program, integrating universal precautions, safer use, and overdose prevention for their EDs.