Faculty: Kevin A Kaucher, PharmD, BCCP

Learning Objectives

• Define drug diversion and how it commonly occurs in the healthcare setting.
• Explain the negative impact of drug diversion in healthcare settings and the broader community.
• Describe typical characteristics of an addicted healthcare professional and what increases the risk of diversion.
• Discuss regulations and evidence-based guidelines related to proper control and disposal of drugs.
• Identify solutions that can be implemented to prevent drug diversion.