Open Patients

As the most important member of your healthcare team, you should have all the pertinent information you need to talk to your doctor about your post-surgery pain management plan. From the basics about opioids to safe handling and disposal, we offer tools to help you determine what’s best for you and your health. Here you’ll find answers concerning:

Identifying opioids prescribed to you

What to expect after surgery

Determining your individual risk for opioid dependency

Using opioids safely for pain management

Employing a non-opioid management plan

Where to find naloxone in Michigan

See the latest information for patients:

All Specialties & Initiatives

Specialties:

Dentistry
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Pediatrics
Surgery

Initiatives:

Naloxone
Opioid Prescribing Recommendations
Pain Management
Painless Musical
Public Health Policy
Safe Storage and Disposal
Stigma Reduction
SUD Care Coordination
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Pediatric Best Practices Card

These cards make it easy to share best practices to manage a child’s pain after surgery. The QR code goes directly to the OPEN Pediatrics website which has resources for patients, families and healthcare professionals to prepare for and manage pain after surgery.