Register Now: Fourth Annual Conference on Ethics and Opioids

The University of South Alabama Office of Continuing Medical Education will host the fourth annual Conference on Ethics and Opioids. The conference is set for 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, via Zoom.

Elizabeth VandeWaa, Ph.D.

Elizabeth A. VandeWaa, Ph.D., professor of adult health nursing at the University of South Alabama College of Nursing, will present "Opioids and Addiction in Alabama." VandeWaa has taught advanced-practice nurses for more than 25 years. She earned her Ph.D. from Michigan State University. Her research interests include the effects of drug abuse on various patient populations, opioid addiction, and nurse perceptions of patient drug abuse.

Susan J. Lewis, Ph.D., J.D., a multi-credentialed mental health professional, will present "Ethics in Practice." She has 25 years of experience in clinical practice with unique populations who have severe and persistent mental illness. She is the author of two books: "From Deep Within: A Forensic & Clinical Psychologist’s Journey" and "Legal and Ethical Issues for Mental Health Clinicians."

The conference will be of particular interest to physicians, nurses, counselors, psychologists, social workers, law enforcement, mental health professionals, parents, and any other individuals involved in the assessment, treatment, ethical considerations, and rehabilitation efforts of clients/patients as well as those confronting the crisis of opioid use and addiction.

The registration fee is $50. Register online at CME Tracker, or call (251) 414-8080 or email cme@southalabama.edu.