Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to: 

• Understand the complex relationship between high-dose opioid use, chronic pain, and substance use disorder, and identify strategies for managing these cases effectively.
• Apply evidence-based approaches to balance pain control with the challenges of substance use, ensuring patient safety and improving treatment outcomes.

Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.