Health Care Professionals
Wayne State University SOM, Detroit Medical Center, Henry Ford Health System: Emergency Medicine Physicians, Pediatric Emergency Physicians, Primary Care Physicians, and Medical Toxicologists can click below to learn more about this program or request access to the ZOOM link for the upcoming session.
The Wayne State University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
MiPDC: Quarterly Toxicology Rounds
Thursday, April 10, 2025 8:00 am to 12:00 pm EST
The 2025 Toxicology Rounds will continue based on the Toxicology Curriculum from "The 2019 Model of the Clinical Practice of Emergency Medicine."
Please note the following upcoming dates:
- July 10, 2025
- October 9, 2025
The toxicologists at the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center are available for consultation services around the clock. Medical professionals throughout the state of Michigan and the nation who are treating patients with poisoning emergencies can reach our consulting staff by calling the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center Hotline.
Our consulting staff are dedicated, Board-Certified Toxicologists involved in research and ongoing evaluation of toxicology concepts related to treatment for poisonings.
Treatment guidelines can be obtained by calling the Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center Hotline. For questions about treatment guidelines, call our hotline. Our specialists and consulting staff are always available to help.
RESOURCES
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Requirements for Authorized Oral Antiviral Medication
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services issues updates to eligibility requirements for oral antiviral medications approved for outpatient use in those needing treatment for mild to moderate symptoms related to COVID-19.
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Gabapentin Alert
Gabapentin is also known by the brand name of Neurontin. This medication is used for treatment of seizure disorders, other neurologic disorders, and pain management. Considered to be an alternative to Opioids, abuse and addiction to gabapentin is possible. Learn more from the Macomb County Office of Substance Abuse.
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Fentanyl Facts from the DEA
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration issues a statement for facts about Fentanyl. This highly potent synthetic opioid is responsible for life threatening effects related to overdose and with prescribed use.
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Review of Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake Bites
In cold blood: Observational descriptive review of Eastern Massasauga rattlesnake bites reported to a single poison center over time.
Clinical toxicologists, Andrew King, M.D, Varun Vohra, Pharm D., and toxicology fellow, Elizabeth Jacobs, M.D. complete an observational descriptive review of case reports to the MiPDC for Massasauga rattlesnake bites and envenomation’s. Click below for this report published in Toxicon.
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Bucinnazine Fact Sheet
Bucinnazine is an opioid analgesic. Reports of this substance, widely used in China, have been reported in the United States. It is not legal for use in the U.S. Effects of this drug differ from other opioids, but treatment is possible.
More Resources for Healthcare Professional
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