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Findings to the Frontline: Suicide in the Context of Chronic Pain and Opioid Dose Reduction

Name: Findings to the Frontline: Suicide in the Context of Chronic Pain and Opioid Dose Reduction
Start: 2026-09-14T12:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-09-14T13:00:00-07:00

September 14 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Please note: This educational event is hosted by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), not by San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH).

Join the VA’s Findings to the Frontline seminar series on September 14th at 3:00pm ET for an exploration of recent research on chronic pain, opioid dose reduction, and suicide risk among Veterans. This session will highlight national data, case histories, and insights that inform future suicide prevention practices within Veteran healthcare.

Registration
Registration is available through the VA Talent Management System (TMS). CE credits (1.0 hour) are offered for eligible participants.
VA and non‑VA registration options are provided by the organizers.

Presenters
• Stefan G. Kertesz, MD, MSc – University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham VA Health Care System
• Travis Lovejoy, PhD, MPH – Oregon Health & Science University; Portland Veterans Rural Health Resource Center

This seminar is part of a collaborative VA initiative focused on advancing research and education in Veteran suicide prevention.