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Learn to apply the RIPTEAR framework through a detailed case study examining a routine pain medicine follow-up appointment where substance use concerns emerge. Follow along as Yale instructors demonstrate how to recognize signs of potential substance use disorders in everyday clinical practice and respond with appropriate empathy and evidence-based interventions. Observe how healthcare providers can effectively screen patients for substance use disorder risk, assess the severity of use, develop direct management treatment plans, make appropriate referrals to specialized treatment services, and navigate barriers that may limit patient access to care. Gain practical insights into providing compassionate, evidence-based care for patients living with addiction as a chronic but treatable condition. The case study features professional actors portraying realistic clinical scenarios, allowing you to witness authentic patient-provider interactions and learn from expert commentary provided by seven Yale faculty members from various medical specialties. Develop skills in recognizing subtle indicators of substance use issues that commonly surface during routine medical appointments and master techniques for addressing these sensitive situations with clinical competence and therapeutic empathy.
