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AMERSA improves health and well-being through multidisciplinary leadership in substance use education, research, clinical care and policy.
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Technology is reshaping substance use care. How can EMRs, digital tools, or AI strengthen substance use care?

Submit your proposal for AMERSA upcoming podcast series, Frontiers in Substance Use Care: Emerging Topics and Evidence.

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November 26, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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November 26, 2025 at 3:00 PM
What was your favorite moment from the AMERSA 2025 Conference? We have too many to choose. Check out the photo gallery on the 2025 Conference tab on our website! amersa.org/2025-confere...
November 24, 2025 at 7:53 PM
From GLP-1 agonists to psychedelics, emerging treatments could transform substance use care.

Submit a proposal to share your insights on AMERSA’s 2026 podcast, Frontiers in Substance Use Care.

Proposals due Dec 7, 2025 : amersa.org/2026-amersa-...
November 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
AMERSA invites proposals for podcast episodes, workshops, and toolkits addressing substance use care during pregnancy and parenting for the upcoming series, Substance Use Across the Lifespan.

🔗 Submit by 𝗗𝗲𝗰 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 → amersa.org/2026-amersa-...
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Thank you for being part of AMERSA 2025! We’re grateful for the learning, connection, and collaboration this week. Safe travels to all heading home—we look forward to continuing this work together and seeing you in Washington, DC in 2026!
November 16, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Today’s Rich Saitz plenary brought powerful insights into the current evidence for psychedelics in addiction recovery from Adie Rae Wilson-Poe, PhD, Kevin Franciotti, and moderator Chris Stauffer, MD. Thank you to our speakers for a great discussion.
November 15, 2025 at 10:30 PM
“Best conference I’ve ever been to!” — Aleka Heinrici, family physician & addiction specialist at #AMERSA2025. Referred by a colleague, she came to the conference & paid it forward by inviting a Portland-based clinician. The conversations & energy here fuel better care & outcomes for people w/SUD.
November 15, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs: Helpful or Harmful? Today's AMERSA Discourse session was a great exchange of perspectives - energizing, respectful, and especially fun. #AMERSA2025
November 15, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Our Special Interest Groups started the day with insightful dialogue. Learn more about AMERSA SIGs here: amersa.org/special-inte... #AMERSA2025
November 14, 2025 at 8:31 PM
We're excited to unveil our new brand identity. This new design is a symbol of our growth and continued commitment to embracing the many voices and disciplines working in substance use care to shape a more collaborative, compassionate, and effective response to substance use.
November 14, 2025 at 6:30 PM
What a view we have from our conference hotel! Our conference photographer, Seth Jacobson Photography, captured this beautiful photo of Portland's skyline. sethphotos.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
A full and inspiring first day at #AMERSA2025. Thought-provoking plenaries, outstanding oral abstracts, recognition of exceptional contributors, and a dynamic poster session brought our community together in meaningful ways.
November 14, 2025 at 5:01 AM
Collaboration, conversation, and community — exactly what makes #AMERSA2025 so special.
November 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
We’re proud to introduce the 2025–2026 AMERSA Board of Directors! This exceptional group of leaders represents the depth and diversity of disciplines across the substance use and addiction field.
November 13, 2025 at 8:01 PM
What a start! Today’s Opening Plenary energized the room and launched #AMERSA2025 with purpose.
November 13, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Welcome to Day 1! We’re officially kicking off #AMERSA2025 — let’s make it an inspiring week together.
November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
AMERSA pre-conference attendees participated in local site visits today at Central City Concern, The Miracles Club, and Outside In. Thanks to these organizations for letting us visit! #AMERSA2025
November 13, 2025 at 12:01 AM
The AMERSA team is hard at work preparing for an inspiring week of connection, learning, and community at #AMERSA2025. Check in early today from 12-6pm or tomorrow from 7am-7pm to be entered into a drawing to win complimentary 2026 registration in Washington, DC!
November 11, 2025 at 11:01 PM
How are emerging substances like Kratom and Nitazenes shaping substance use care?

AMERSA is seeking proposals for podcast episodes for the upcoming Frontiers in Substance Use Care series.

🔗 Submit by 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱→ amersa.org/2026-amersa-...
November 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
How can we better support youth & families in substance use care?

AMERSA is seeking proposals for the upcoming Substance Use Across the Lifespan series focusing on pediatric and adolescent care.

Submit by 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 → amersa.org/2026-amersa-...
November 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Substance use care changes across life stages—and we’re seeking your insights!

Submit a podcast episode, workshop, or toolkit proposal for AMERSA's Substance Use Across the Lifespan series by 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱.

🔗 Learn more amersa.org/2026-amersa-...
November 5, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Have insights on emerging substances, treatments, or tech in substance use care?

Submit an episode proposal for AMERSA’s upcoming Frontiers in Substance Use Care podcast series!

Proposals due December 7, 2025
🔗 Learn more → amersa.org/2026-amersa-...
November 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM
AMERSA is excited to announce two new series arriving in 2026. We’re seeking proposals for podcast episodes, workshops, and toolkits.

🗓️ Proposals due December 7, 2025
🔗 Learn more and submit your proposal today→ amersa.org/2026-amersa-...
October 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Just 3 weeks until #AMERSA2025! If you arrive by airplane, consider taking public transportation to the conference hotel. It is one of the fastest, easiest, least expensive options (and environmentally friendly too). We have detailed instructions here: amersa.org/wp-content/u...
October 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM