The ECHO Project connects healthcare providers with expert specialists to enhance patient care. Initially focused on rural areas, it is now accessible to providers worldwide. This 8-12 week training program (1 hour weekly) combines presentations and interactive case discussions to empower providers. The ECHO Project fosters a collaborative learning community. By sharing knowledge and discussing real-world patient cases, providers can improve their skills and enhance patient outcomes. Click on the link for a robust list of the Benefits and experience of participating in ECHO.

Below is the list of upcoming learning opportunities. Read about the possible topics of discussion, intended audiences, and presenting faculty. Register for these No-Cost CME offerings. **Please note, the programs are not drop-in classes; so, check the dates of the courses you are interested in and reserve your spot for as many as you can attend. Case discussion occurs at the end. General credits only.

Programs being offered in Winter 2025 include:

●      Adult Mental Health II

●      Child Psychiatry

●      Deprescribing for Older Adults

●      Foundations of Substance Use Disorder Care II

●      Hepatitis C: Treatment and Elimination

●      Implementing Pharmacologic Weight Management in Primary Care

●      Leading Employee Well-being: Promoting Organizational Change in LTC Learning Collaborative

●      Nursing Facility Behavioral Health: Substance Use Disorders

●      Pain Management and Substance Use Disorder in Dental Settings

●      Rheumatic Diseases and Musculoskeletal

●      Substance Use Disorder in Emergency Departments

●      Suicide Prevention ECHO

Learn more about Project ECHO and explore past ECHO programs, sessions that are coming to a close this fall, and register for future CME offerings at the Oregon ECHO Network website.

The content of this article was created by OHSU and the ECHO Network. OANP acknowledges that this article serves to provide information to our membership about tools and resources available to Oregon Physicians and all information is copied from the creator’s website. OANP is not affiliated with this organization and does not claim any association.

Thursday, August 22, 5-7pm  Herbal Elixir Social with students and NDs  at Kava Saia. Stop by after work or class to join us in connecting with a small group of other students and Naturopathic physicians in the area. Discuss areas of practice, provide connections, and learn about professional and OANP updates from our Education and Event Coordinator, Tabitha Pitts. 

Kava Saia  will be offering a special discount just for us! Come enjoy some Kava, teas or herbal elixirs, and there are plenty of places to walk to for dinner if you want the night to continue! 

TIGARD:

Thursday, August 29, 6-8pm  Picnic Potluck + Play  co-hosted by Drs. Valeria and Terry Manning at Cook's Park newly renovated inclusive playground. Learn about our DEIB efforts and have an opportunity to ask these doctors questions! This is a family-friendly event and optional potluck. BYO picnic or potluck item to share. Meet at the OANP sign by the Cook Family Park Playground. Directions Link

Count Me In!

• NUNM ND Preceptor Application
• Preceptor Covid Questionnaire
• Do you still have questions about the program and would like to learn more? Please contact Dr. Kelly Baltazar to learn more at kbaltazar@nunm.edu

Are you already a preceptor site host, or willing to become one? If the answer is YES - update your OANP profile to designate you host (or are willing to) preceptorships for students. OANP and NUNM will reach out to students, so they know they can search for potential preceptorships within the OANP membership.

Updating your OANP Profile:

Sign into www.oanp.org ->Manage Profile-> Edit Bio:

It is the responsibility of the student and the preceptor to verify eligibility and complete any necessary paperwork.

EUGENE:
Saturday, August 17, 12-2pm You are invited to a  Lane County Naturopathic Physicians Group Gathering  at Emerald Park (1400 Lake Drive Eugene, OR 97404).

EAST PORTLAND:

Thursday, August 22, 5-7pm  Herbal Elixir Social with students and NDs  at Kava Saia. Stop by after work or class to join us in connecting with a small group of other students and Naturopathic physicians in the area. Discuss areas of practice, provide connections, and learn about professional and OANP updates from our Education and Event Coordinator, Tabitha Pitts. 

Kava Saia  will be offering a special discount just for us! Come enjoy some Kava, teas or herbal elixirs, and there are plenty of places to walk to for dinner if you want the night to continue! 

TIGARD:

Thursday, August 29, 6-8pm  Picnic Potluck + Play  co-hosted by Drs. Valeria and Terry Manning at Cook's Park newly renovated inclusive playground. Learn about our DEIB efforts and have an opportunity to ask these doctors questions! This is a family-friendly event and optional potluck. BYO picnic or potluck item to share. Meet at the OANP sign by the Cook Family Park Playground. Directions Link

• Licensure Renewal Period: December 1 – 31, 2019
• Licensure Renewal Late Fee: Renewals submitted after December 31st 2019 @ 11:59pm will be charge a $150 restoration fee addition to all other licensure fees.
• Continuing Education (CE) Audit Process: As part of the renewal procedure, all licenses shall provide the Board with a list of all CE credits earned in the previous year.
  • Ten percent (10%) of licensees that submit renewal applications will be selected at random for audit.
  • Licensees selected for audit will be notified on/about February 1, 2020 and will have 15 days to submit supporting documentation.
    

OBNM Rule Changes Proposal:

The Board of Naturopathic Medicine is proposing several rule changes to Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 850.   The Board submitted several draft rule filings with the Secretary of State, all drafts are available on the Administrative Rule Link on the agency website.   The Board also posted all of the draft filings of the proposed rule changes on the Board website.

In compliance with statute and rule, the public comment period for the aforementioned rule filings ends on January 15, 2020 at 9am.  However, the Board encourages you to review the draft rules and provide your feedback and/or suggestions to the Board for consideration prior to their bi-monthly Board meeting on December 9, 2019.  (To be clear –  the Board will review all public comments received up to the January 15, 2020, deadline. The request for an earlier response is for the Board efficiency only.)

Please send your comments via email to naturopathic.medicine@state.or.us  or fax to 971-673-0226.

Overview
The OANP mentorship program pairs practicing naturopathic physicians with students and recent college graduates to offer real world experience, advice and connection with those in the profession. The program "matches" mentors/apprentices in key areas such as modalities, specializations and specific areas of interest.
Areas of Interest Examples:
•Working in primary care
•Best business practices
•Advocacy •Dual practitioners
•Modalities and specialties
•Case reviews

Apprentice Benefits

• Students can integrate academic theory with practical "real world" work
• Students can explore new career directions or improve skills in their current career field
• Students can expand existing skills and learn new skills
• Students can building community and organizational relationships while working closely with their mentor
  
  To Apply:
• Apprentices and mentors have to be OANP members – so sign up today!
• Application form will be available in September 2018

What is the mission of the OANP?
The mission of the OANP is to support our members and improve the health of the public through the advancement of Naturopathic Medicine. We strive to serve the naturopathic profession and community through a commitment to excellence. Here's a snapshot of what OANP does:

Legislative Advocacy: The OANP represents the interests of its members before state legislative and federal government bodies. The OANP has an active presence in Salem among Oregon’s lawmakers as well as various Oregon government agencies. In order to promote the profession of Naturopathic Medicine, the OANP works to educate legislators, monitor legislation, and advocate for or defend against bills, which affect the scope of practice of naturopathic physicians.

Continuing Education: Access to FREE continuing education for naturopathic physicians and other health care professionals.

Public Outreach: The OANP provides education for the public about naturopathic medicine and connects the public to NDs through referrals to qualified member physicians. We also work with government officials and insurers to improve access to naturopathic insurance coverage across the state.

New ND Toolkit: A toolkit for NDs that are new to practice. Complete with advice for joining different practice types, forms, business models, employee handbook templates and more! Launching Fall of 2018.

OANP Mentorship Program: Launching in September 2018, this program pairs students to NDs that are already in practice. Mentors help guide students valuable, real-world scenarios, and help teach skills that are difficult to grasp in a classroom setting or workshops.

Details about student membership:

· FREE for naturopathic students!

·  Receive OANP communications – keeping students up to date with the profession in Oregon and the nation (monthly newsletter)

· Opportunities to network with experienced physicians at the annual conference and bi-monthly member meetings.

· Supporting OANP through student membership helps to keep the association strong with a diverse voice.

· Learn how to advocate for your profession at the legislative level.