Case review provides an interesting lens through which to better understand causes of death and unique trends, and to determine innovative ways to prevent future similar deaths. To address a heightening overdose crisis, Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene led efforts to apply the process of case review to drug and alcohol overdose deaths through the formation of multidisciplinary teams coordinated by local health departments. The webinar will focus on the origin of the program, implementation process, and notable outcomes. It will also include perspective from the Cecil county team coordinator.
Presenter Biographies:
Michael Baier is the Overdose Prevention Director at the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Behavioral Health Administration. In this role, he oversees multiple programs and initiatives focused on reducing overdose deaths and preventing prescription drug misuse and addiction, including the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP), Overdose Response Program (overdose education and naloxone distribution), Local Drug Overdose Fatality Review Teams and others.
Erin Haas serves as the Local Programs Manager in the Overdose Prevention office at the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Behavioral Health Administration. In this role, she implements the Overdose Response Program (overdose education and naloxone distribution), provides technical assistance to the local Overdose Fatality Review Teams, and supports local health departments with overdose prevention strategic planning efforts.
Karl Webner currently serves as the Overdose Prevention Coordinator for the Cecil County Health Department. With over nine years of experience in the helping fields, Mr. Webner has spent the majority of his career as a direct provider of substance abuse treatment services in both residential and outpatient settings.
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