DCRx: The DC Center for Rational Prescribing

The DC Center for Rational Prescribing (DCRx) provides information about medications and other therapeutic options to physicians and healthcare professionals. Rational prescribing is defined as choosing treatments based on the best-available evidence and benefits that outweigh harms. High cost can be considered a possible harm. In order to help healthcare professionals in the District prescribe rationally, the DC Department of Health is providing non-commercial, independent continuing education, along with access to other educational resources.

Current Modules include:

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• Taking a Sexual History to Reduce HIV Risk (1.5 Credits)
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• Industry Influence on the Practice of Medicine (1.0 Credit)
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• Tight Control in Type 2 Diabetes: More Harm Than Good? (1.5 Credits)
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• Non-Opioid and Alternative Approaches to Pain (1.5 Credits)
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• Medical Cannabis for Pain (1.5 Credits)
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• Naloxone in the District of Columbia (.50 Credits)
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• Counseling Patients About Family Planning (1.5 Credits)