Virtual Webinar

Dual Diagnosis: Recognizing and Treating Psychiatric Disorders and Comorbid Substance Use Disorders

Presented by Lee Michals, MD
3.0 CE Hours Clinical Intermediate
Dual Diagnosis: Recognizing and Treating Psychiatric Disorders and Comorbid Substance Use Disorders

Information

Date & Time

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Define dual diagnosis.

  • Summarize current treatment modalities for substance use disorders.

  • Explain how to recognize and treat co-occurring psychiatric disorders.

  • Explain the importance of harm reduction and multi-disciplinary approach to treatment with the goal of improved treatment retention and improved overall treatment outcomes.

Educational Goal

The educational goal of this workshop is to increase understanding of  treatment modalities for substance use disorders and comorbid psychiatric disorders.

Description

This presentation will explore the treatment strategies for patients with substance use disorders, focusing on recognizing comorbid psychiatric disorders at all ASAM levels of care. Specific treatments for both substance use and psychiatric disorders will be discussed with an emphasis on working with a multidisciplinary treatment team. Harm reduction with the goal of improving retention in treatment will also be covered.

Target Audience

  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Psychologist
  • Social Worker
  • Substance Use Disorder Professionals

Presenters

Lee Michals, MD

Dr. Lee Michals is a psychiatrist board certified in both general and addiction psychiatry. He earned his medical degree from Ross University and completed his residency training at LSU Shreveport. Dr. Michaels also has a Master of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology from Tulane University. 

Dr. Michals is dedicated to both patient care and medical education. He currently serves as Medical Director at both NOLA Detox and Healthy Avenues Medical Group and is a staff psychiatrist at Imagine Recovery. As an Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychiatry at Tulane University Medical School, Dr. Michals trains medical students, residents, and fellows. Dr. Michals has also made significant contributions to the field through his leadership as a past President of the Louisiana Psychiatric Medical Association (LPMA).

Financially Sponsored By

  • Louisiana Department of Health - Office of Behavioral Health