Course Detail: PDV-0201 - Understanding the Pathophysiology of Addiction: A deep dive into the science of substance abuse

This focused continuing education session is designed for healthcare providers and frontline professionals working in or alongside those in the field of addiction medicine and addiction treatment. This program offers an accessible overview of the neurobiological foundations of addiction with emphasis on the variations that occur in individuals with substance-related and addictive disorders, helping participants better understand the science behind addiction and its implications for treatment, intervention, and support. CEUs: 2.75

Session Information: 2025E1-PDV-0201-001

Schedule:

Every day, starting on 11/07/25 and ending on 11/07/25

Times:

09:00am-12:00pm CST

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Price:

Registration Fee : $59.00

Facilitators

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Clayton Parks

Biography: Dr. Parks earned his medical degree from Southern Illinois University (SIU) School of Medicine in 2015. He completed an internship in combined Internal Medicine and Psychiatry at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, and then he transferred to SIU's Med-Psych Program for the next 3 years of training before completing his Psychiatry Residency in 2020. After graduating residency, Dr. Parks joined the Team at Gateway Foundation in providing holistic healing and evidence-based treatment to people struggling with problematic substance use, addiction, and mental health conditions. He believes that it is a doctor's responsibility to show people compassion and provide help and hope during the darkest moments of their lives.

Facility Detail

LLCC-Medical District

LLCC-Medical District Room 202

130 West Mason

Springfield, IL 62702