Monday, September 15, 2025

MATE Act Training Substance Use Disorder 2025 set for Oct. 10

The USA Office of Continuing Medical Education will host the MATE Act Training Substance Use Disorder 2025 on Oct. 10 at 11:30 a.m. at The USA Office of CME located at 650 Clinic Drive, Suite 1100. 

The Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) Act requires physicians, including residents and fellows, and other health care professionals who prescribe controlled substances, to complete a one-time training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.   

The Oct. 10 training will cover opioid prescribing trends in Alabama, evidence-based prescribing practices, and ways to recognize signs of substance misuse. The event is designed for healthcare providers interested in expanding their knowledge and improving patient care. 

Seats for the class are limited, and early registration is encouraged. To register or download the event brochure, visit: https://bit.ly/USAMATE25

For more information, contact the USA Office of CME at cme@southalabama.edu