Behavioral Health Webinar Series: Introduction to the SBIRT Process for Alcohol and Other Drug Use in Medical Settings

Alcohol and other drug use are serious public health concerns that impact patients and hospitals/health care systems.  Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) is an evidence-based process to identify and provide early intervention for patients engaged in unhealthy drinking and/or other substance use.  This webinar will introduce the SBIRT process and its application in hospital care settings (e.g., ED, outpatient).  Objectives for the webinar include the following:

• Develop a shared understanding of the SBIRT process;
• Understand the rationale and evidence for universal screening and brief intervention;
• Describe strategies for successful referral to treatment and management;
• Learn about harm reduction and shared decision-making strategies to support patients; and
• Identify next steps for you/your hospital.

WSHA will also offer additional webinars and learning opportunities for hospitals to dive deeper into the SBIRT process, including steps toward implementation, later in the year.