Low-dose Naltrexone (LDN)

Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) has been traditionally used in pain modulation, but its effects are now known to be wide reaching and its use has been adopted in a variety of disease states. LDN has been demonstrated to modulate the immune system and numerous inflammatory markers; which has expanded its use in a variety of conditions such as autoimmune diseases, neuropsychiatric disorders, dermatological conditions and more.

Target Audience

This course is designed for physicians (internal medicine, family medicine, endocrinologists, general medicine, and OB-GYN), pharmacists, physician assistants, nurses, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals interested in learning about the advancements of preventative and anti-aging medicine.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, the participants will:

  • Discuss the history and mechanism of action of LDN
  • Integrate how opiate receptor modulation will lead to optimal effect
  • Synthesize the role of immune modulation in cancer treatment
  • Define neuroinflammation and ways to modulate
  • Apply the use of LDN in various dermatological skin disorders
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 8.00 Completion
Course opens: 
12/09/2021
Course expires: 
12/31/2022
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Faculty Disclosures
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
 
The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 8 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Available Credit

  • 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 8.00 Completion
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