There are several types of inflammation: acute, chronic, systemic and localized. Acute and localized is when you get injured, and…
Co-dispensing Naloxone with Tramadol
We have previously opined on appropriate use of naloxone in the hospice setting and the questionable policies of some nursing…
Is naloxone availability and use appropriate for the hospice setting?
As healthcare professionals it is important to advocate for ethical, responsible (safe), and quality care for patients. Involvement of the…
Methadone Regulation; The Dual Diagnosis of Pain & Addiction
When it comes to prescribing methadone for pain or addiction, an important consideration may lead you that old adage; Which…
Not-So-Fun in the Sun: Treatment and Prevention of Sunburn
SPF, or Sun Protection Factor, is a number used to predict the amount of UVB rays deflected from the outer…
Opioid Absorption and Options Following Gastric Bypass Surgery
Please welcome this important guest post by Student Pharmacist Megan A. Gerken, under the direction and mentorship of Dr. Jacqueline Cleary……
Simon, Howie and Mitch (and Dan and Art and Margo and Ken)
Over recent years, the pain community has lost several incredibly stellar clinicians all of whom dedicated their lives to caring…
So, You Just Had a C-Section–Do You Need Opioids?
Guest Post by Dr. Bob Twillman Earlier this week, I got myself into some very hot water by tweeting a…
Have we spilled the beans on opioids?
Guest Blogger Dr. Jessica E Geiger-Hayes, together with several of her palliative care colleagues offered to share some insight on…
Opioid Porn – I know it When I see It
Wow, look at the size of that pork butt. Take a gander at the freshly whipped cream, that gooey cheese.…