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SUMMARY:Medetomidine Impacts on Clinical Management and Systems of Care
DESCRIPTION:ORN Partner Organization Sponsor: American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine (AOAAM) \nWednesday May 13\, 2026 5:00 – 6:00 PM ET \nMedetomidine\, a highly potent veterinary alpha-2 adrenergic agonist\, has recently emerged as a significant adulterant within the U.S. illicit opioid supply. This presentation will review the introduction of medetomidine in the U.S. drug supply\, the pharmacology and clinical effects of medetomidine\, and the distinguishing features of medetomidine toxicity and withdrawal. We will outline emerging treatment strategies emphasizing early\, aggressive alpha-2 agonist therapy; nuanced antiemetic approaches; when and how to escalate to IV dexmedetomidine; and approaches to concurrent opioid withdrawal management. Participants will gain insight into diagnostic challenges\, observation and disposition considerations\, and strategies for system-level preparedness. \nDescription:\n\nMedetomidine\, a highly potent veterinary alpha-2 adrenergic agonist\, has recently emerged as a significant adulterant within the U.S. illicit opioid supply. This presentation entitled will review the introduction of medetomidine in the U.S. drug supply\, the pharmacology and clinical effects of medetomidine\, and the distinguishing features of medetomidine toxicity and withdrawal. We will outline emerging treatment strategies emphasizing early\, aggressive alpha-2 agonist therapy; nuanced antiemetic approaches; when and how to escalate to IV dexmedetomidine; and approaches to concurrent opioid withdrawal management. Participants will gain insight into diagnostic challenges\, observation and disposition considerations\, and strategies for system-level preparedness. \nLearning objectives:\nAt the conclusion of this seminar\, attendees should be able to: \n\nDescribe the emergence of medetomidine as an illicit drug adulterant and its impact on overdose toxicity and withdrawal presentations.\nRecognize the clinical features of medetomidine toxicity and differentiate medetomidine withdrawal from withdrawal syndromes.\nApply evidence-informed strategies for early\, aggressive management of medetomidine withdrawal\, including the use of alpha-2 agonists and antiemetic therapies.\nIdentify system-level challenges posed by medetomidine and outline approaches to multidisciplinary coordination.\n\nWhat is ORN\n\n\nHelp is here! The Opioid Response Network (ORN) is your resource for no-cost education\, training and consultation to enhance efforts addressing opioid and stimulant use disorders.\nORN has consultants in every state and territory to deploy across prevention\, treatment\, recovery and harm reduction.\nShare your needs via the “Submit a Request” form at www.OpioidResponseNetwork.org. Within one business day\, your regional point person will be in touch to learn more.\n\nSpeaker: \nMichael Lynch\, MD \n\nDr. Michael Lynch is an associate professor of Emergency Medicine\, Toxicology\, and Addiction Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh where he works clinically in several UPMC hospitals. He is currently Senior Medical Director for Quality and Substance Use Disorder Services at UPMC Health Plan. He previously served as the first Medical Director of the PA Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs and was Medical Director of the Pittsburgh Poison Center for 10 years. Dr. Lynch is the founder and director of the UPMC Medical Toxicology Telemedicine Bridge Clinic. \nDISCLAIMER\nACCREDITATION:\nIn support of improving patient care\, American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. \nDISCLOSURE AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST RESOLUTION:\nAll conflicts of interest of any individual(s) in a position to control the content of this CME activity will be identified and resolved prior to this educational activity being provided. Disclosure about provider and faculty relationships\, or the lack thereof\, will be provided to learners.\n\nFunding:\nFunding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant no. 1H79TI088037 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names\, commercial practices\, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.\n\n\n\nRegister Here: ORN Spring 2026: Medetomidine Impacts on Clinical Management and Systems of Care\n\n“Therapeutic Court Association of Washington is sharing this event for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with\, endorsing\, or sponsoring the event.”
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CATEGORIES:Advocacy,SUD,Treatment,Webinar
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