This program is the largest statewide collaboration of professionals from local, state and federal agencies, law enforcement, business, academia, clinicians, treatment providers, counselors, educators, state and national leaders, and advocates impacted by drug abuse. Through this type of collaboration, your work can be impactful in bringing solutions to this issue as we examine critical and emerging topics associated with this public health and safety crisis.

GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES - Contact oageducation@atg.in.gov for access to government employee ticket rates.

2019 Keynote Speakers

Alex Berenson - #1 New York Times Best Seller and author of Tell Your Children: The Truth About Marijuana, Mental Illness and Violence. Read more here.

Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush - Indiana Supreme Court Read more here.

Dr. Wilson Compton - Deputy Director, National Institute on Drug Abuse Read more here.

Pam Bondi - Former Attorney General of Florida - Read more here.

AGENDA

SEE FAQs BELOW FOR HOTEL INFO

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Thank you to the following organizations for supporting the event:

Gold Sponsors:

Alkermes

Alkermes is a leader in innovative medicines that address the unmet needs and challenges of people living with debilitating diseases. As a fully intergrated global biopharmaceutical company, Alkermes applies our scientific expertise, proprietary technologies and global resources to develop products that are designed to make a meaningful difference in the way patients manage their disease.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

At Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, we work to ensure our members get healthy and stay healthy. We’re passionately committed to providing access to high quality care to members, delivering value to our providers and helping improve the health of communities. Everyday, we strive to transform health care with trusted, caring solutions.

Walmart

Walmart serves customers at 130 Indiana stores and online through walmart.com. We employ 41,000 Hoosiers and last year contributed $33 million in donations to Indiana nonprofits.

St. Vincent Acension

Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. In FY2018, Ascension provided nearly $2 billion in care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs.

Silver Sponsors:

Bloomington Meadows

CVS

Valle Vista

Orexo

Pinnacle Treatment Centers

AEGIS

Addiction Rehab Centers

Prescripion Drug Safety Network - EVERFI

Meridian Health Services

Simple Laboratories

National Labs

CleanSlate

Nonprofit Sponsors:

Bowen Center

Partnership for Safe Medicines

Indiana Ostepathic Association

Rivermend Health

Greatlakes ATTC - SAMHSA

Groups Recover Together

Tara Treatment Center

Indiana State Department of Health

Covi

US WorldMeds

MDWise

Emergent Bio Solutions

Fairbanks

Pain Management Group

Event Sponsors:

Indiana State Medical Association

Purdue University College of Pharmacy

FAQs

When will the agenda be available?

When the agenda is available it will be posted on this site and emailed out to those that have already registered.

How do I book a hotel room?

The room block is at the Embassy Suites in Noblesville for $125 a night. Rooms can be booked online at this link (enter code "DAS" in the "Group Code" section of the room booking window to receive the discounted rate). Or you can book via phone by calling by calling 1-317-674-1900 and use the reference code "DAS" to receive the Drug Symposium's block rate.

Where do I park and what is the cost?

There is free self parking in the hotel parking lot.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes.

What is the refund policy?

You may request a full refund until October 1, 2019.

Who should I contact with questions regarding the program or sponsorship opportunities?

Sponsorship opportunities can be found here. Contact Lauren Houck at 317-232-6288 or email lauren.houck@atg.in.gov.

For program questions please email: oageducation@atg.in.gov

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11 Hours of Continuing Education Credits are being sought for the following: (PENDING)

• CLE/NLS Credit - Pending
• CEUs for Social Workers, Addiction Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapists & Mental Health Counselors - Pending
• ACPE Credit - Pending
  
• CME Credit - Pending
• Law Enforcement Training Board (LETB) Credit - Pending
  

CME Designation Statement – The Indiana State Medical Association (ISMA) designates this live activity for a maximum of 11 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Accreditation Statement – This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the ISMA and the Office of the Indiana Attorney General. The ISMA is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CME Disclosure Statement – In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Commercial Support, educational programs sponsored by the ISMA must demonstrate balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor. Prior to the activity, all faculty, authors, editors and planning committee members participating in an ISMA-sponsored activity are required to disclose to attendees any relevant financial interest or other relationship with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) and/or provider(s) of commercial services that are discussed in an educational activity.