Controlled substance protection and the 4 P’s
Confused about controlled substance requirements for veterinarians under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)? Get answers to common veterinary questions about DEA compliance, including how to meet both DEA and state requirements tied to professional licensure. Learn the four key components of controlled substance protection—people, products, paperwork, and processes—and how to apply them in your workplace.
This webinar may assist in meeting state CE requirements for prescribing controlled substances.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Identify who is allowed to handle controlled substances, and how to prepare them for their responsibilities.
- Learn how to properly store and secure controlled substances.
- Understand the importance of accurate documentation for each controlled substance.
- Discover processes and procedures to properly manage controlled substances.
| Dr. Peter Weinstein, MBA Dr. Peter Weinstein teaches business and finance at Western University College of Veterinary Medicine. For more than 20 years, he has been providing small-business and corporate consulting services to veterinary practices nationwide. He has served as executive director and president of the Southern California Veterinary Medical Association (SCVMA), and is a past president of the California Veterinary Medical Association. He also was president of VetPartners, a nonprofit association for veterinary business specialists. Dr. Weinstein speaks and writes extensively on practice management, team building, leadership, collegiality, marketing, and other topics focused on improving veterinary practices. He co-authored with Michael E. Gerber “The E-Myth Veterinarian—Why Most Veterinary Practices Don’t Work and What to Do About It.” He received his DVM from the University of Illinois and earned a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Redlands while managing his own practice and practicing veterinary medicine full time. |
| Kelley Detweiler Kelley Detweiler is a leader in DEA regulations, controlled substances, and the precursor chemicals used to manufacture them. With experience in the pharmaceutical, supply chain, manufacturing, and human healthcare industries, she now focuses her expertise on supporting the veterinary profession and reducing the risk of dangerous drug diversion in our communities. Through her companies, DEA360 and Kolibry, and her partnership with Dr. Peter Weinstein in Simple Solutions for Vets, she helps veterinary professionals navigate controlled substance and regulatory issues. Her work includes consulting, regulatory support, standard operating procedure development, education, and training. She also is a speaker and educator for various organizations and institutions. She has visited over 850 veterinary practices nationwide and understands the unique needs, concerns, and challenges facing the veterinary profession. Detweiler writes the “Let’s Talk Drugs” column in Today’s Veterinary Business and she is the co-author of “Safeguarding Controlled Substances,” published by the American Animal Hospital Association. When she is not putting out regulatory fires, she is a proud parent of two kids, a pet owner, and philanthropist. |
