Texas Rapid Response Opioid and Pain Management ECHO Series
Dear colleagues,
Registration is now open for the Texas Rapid Response Opioid and Pain Management ECHO, a 6-session virtual learning series designed for Texas-based clinicians.
This program equips participants with practical, case-based strategies to safely manage patients on long-term opioid therapy (LTOT) and other controlled substances, particularly during disruptions in care.
Topics include:
The clinical landscape of chronic pain and LTOT
Safer care strategies for patients receiving opioids
High-risk prescribing and overdose prevention
Opioid and benzodiazepine tapering
Recognition and management of opioid use disorder
Medication safety and prescription monitoring
Program details:
📅 April 27 – June 1, 2026
🎓 Free CE credits available (1.5 per session, details below)
👩⚕️ Intended for Texas-based clinicians, including physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and pharmacists
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by The Office of Interprofessional Continuing Education, The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) and Puerto Rico Public Health Institute. The Office of Interprofessional Continuing Education, The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) 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.
AMA Credit Designation Statement
The Office of Interprofessional Continuing Education, The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ per session. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ANCC Credit Designation Statement
The Office of Interprofessional Continuing Education, The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.5 ANCC nursing contact hours per session. Attendees should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Pharmacy Designation Statement
The Office of Interprofessional Continuing Education, The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) designates this activity for 1.5 ACPE contact hours per session under UAN JA4008425-0000-26-006-L08-P. Credits will be provided to NABP CPE Monitor within 60 days after the activity completion. Pharmacist must provide their NABP e-profile ID and Date of Birth in their CME Tracker Profile for credits to be reported to CPE Monitor. Attendees should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
IPCE Designation Statement
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1.5 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits per session for learning and change. Attendees should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Attendance Designation Statement
This activity is designated for 1.5 continuing education hours per session. A certificate of attendance or IPCE credit can be claimed for individuals not covered by the accredited organizations listed above.
Event Information
Texas Rapid Response Opioid and Pain Management ECHO Series