OPEN

Overdose Prevention Engagement Network
Improving Lives from Engagement to Recovery. Prevention. Treatment. Recovery.

The Opioid Prescribing Engagement Network (OPEN) launched in October 2016 with support from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) Value Partnerships, and the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation (IHPI) at the University of Michigan. OPEN was founded in an effort to develop a preventive approach to the opioid epidemic in the state of Michigan by tailoring postoperative and acute care opioid prescribing.

07/10/2026

What are the best practices for managing surgical pain for healthcare providers?

Screen. Prescribe. Educate. Coordinate.

Learn more about best practices today: https://michigan-open.org/surgery-pain-management/ -practices-for-managing-surgical-pain

07/08/2026

OPEN has added 11 new Education + Training opportunities so far this year.

These free, asynchronous training sessions are available to all community members and learners can be rewarded up to 1 CME credit hour for most courses.

Explore these offerings today: https://michigan-open.org/resources/education-training/

07/06/2026

Painless has the power to inspire and empower students.

Bring Painless to your community today and start these conversations on the stage: https://michigan-open.org/initiatives/painless-the-opioid-musical/ -painless-to-you

07/02/2026

OPEN's next "Introduction to Treating Patients with Buprenorphine for Primary Care Providers" is scheduled for October 12, 2026.

There is a $250 incentive for PCPs who attend this MOUD training.

Lear more about this training here: https://michigan-open.org/events/introduction-to-treating-patients-with-buprenorphine-for-primary-care-providers-3/

06/30/2026

Naloxone is a lifesaving medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.

It is important to keep naloxone on hand and know the signs so that if you ever come across someone experiencing a drug overdose, you are ready to take action.

Learn about how naloxone actually works: https://michigan-open.org/resource/how-naloxone-works-video/

06/26/2026

OPEN's quarter 2 program applications close on Tuesday, June 30th.

Interested in participating one of OPEN's vast program offerings? Get your application in before Tuesday to hear back by August!

View our programs here: https://michigan-open.org/programs/

06/24/2026

Addiction is treatable, chronic condition that involves several different factors like genetics and environment.

OPEN resources help break down the neurobiology of addiction and educate community members on what actually happens in our brain.

Together, we can reduce stigma and create more resources available for people with SUD.

Use our resources here: https://michigan-open.org/breaking-down-the-neurobiology-of-addiction/

06/22/2026

Do you have a patient with OUD or complex pain and have unanswered questions on their pain management care?

OPEN's Clinician to Clinician Consult Service may be your next stop! Meet with one of our on-call Physicians to discuss your questions. Our team is available Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Submit a consultation here: https://michigan-open.org/programs/request-a-consultation/

06/18/2026

OPEN is excited to host our series of Proactive Pain Practice webinars weekly from September 10 to September 24!

This series will cover topics such as addressing pain management needs, tracking complex pain, and how to lead conversations with patients with SUD.

This series is free to all and available for CME, MCBAP, and SW credit!

Learn more about this series here: https://michigan-open.org/events/

06/16/2026

Harm reduction is a strategy to support people who use drugs by providing education and resources that have a positive impact!

This could look like providing drug supply testing or wound care materials to those in need.

Explore our safe use supplies initiative to learn more: https://michigan-open.org/initiatives/safe-use-supplies/

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