Training
Free Continuing Education
Pain is complex. Discussing it doesn't have to be. These free training videos detail evidence-based guidelines for using the Texas PMP to inform safe prescribing practices and communicate effectively with your patients.
Continuing Education Training
CE Credit
Earn continuing medical education (CME) or ethics credit with free, on-demand trainings focused on using the Texas PMP to support safe prescribing and patient communication.
1.00 CME Credit - 1.00 Ethics Credit
The Texas Prescription Monitoring Program plays a key role in addressing the opioid crisis. After watching this expert-led training video, you will be able to:
- Use PMP data and the NarxCare™ dashboard* to provide patient-centered care
- Navigate difficult conversations with patients regarding safe and effective alleviation of pain
- Describe the legislative mandate to use the PMP
This free CE is available on-demand, start at any time.
*As of 8/31/2021, state funding to cover the cost of integrated access to the Bamboo Health (formerly, Appriss Health) PMP Gateway and NarxCare will end. The activity’s references to EHR integrated access and using the NarxCare dashboard are based on availability of these features as of the release date.
In addition, TSBP has provided guidance regarding compliance with the PMP Mandatory Lookup requirement in certain integrated EHR systems. The details are available at this website.
The activity’s overall content remains relevant and up-to-date.
Instructors
Allison Benz, R.Ph., M.S.
Executive Director/Secretary,
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
Brandon Allport-Altillo, MD, MPH, FAAP
Primary Care Internist and Pediatrician,
Lone Star Circle of Care
Assistant Professor, Department of
Internal Medicine, UT Dell Medical School
Erin Donovan, Ph.D.
Director of Interdisciplinary Education,
Center for Health Communication
Associate Professor of Communication
Studies, UT Austin
Lucas Hill, Pharm.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor, University
of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
Director, Operation Naloxone
Michael Mackert, Ph.D.
Director of The University of Texas at Austin
Center for Health Communication
Stephen Brint Carlton, J.D.
Executive Director, Texas Medical Board
Continuing Medical Education
The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This course has been designated by The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School for 1 credit(s) of education in medical ethics and/or professional responsibility.
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Educational Training
No CE Credit
Learn how to use the Texas PMP to guide efficient, patient-centered conversations about controlled substances.
This course is available as a free educational resource and does not offer CE credit.
For pharmacists, difficult conversations with patients about controlled substances should begin with the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program. In this pharmacist-led training video, you will be able to:
- Use communication best practices to navigate challenging patient conversations efficiently
- Use PMP data to initiate conversations about prescription drug misuse, addiction and overdose
Instructors
Ashley Garling, Pharm.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor, Pharmacy Practice Division, University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy