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Operation UNITE will host a National Summit on Rx Drug Abuse on Tuesday, April 10, through Thursday, April 12, 2012, at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort in Orlando, Florida.

Operation UNITE will host a National Summit on Rx Drug Abuse on Tuesday, April 10, through Thursday, April 12, 2012, at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort in Orlando, Florida.

 
This inaugural, must-attend event is unlike any other national conference, bringing all impacted parties together to address the prescription drug abuse epidemic. Conference programming is designed to convey a synergistic approach to include: prevention, education, treatment, law enforcement, health care providers, advocates, human resources among other impacted parties.

Diversion of prescription medications from their legitimate medical uses has become an epidemic that requires a coordinated national effort. The National Summit on Rx Drug Abuse will bring all parties together to find data-driven solutions. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn from state and national leaders, local law enforcement officials, medical professionals, local advocates, treatment experts, educators and others who are finding success in battling this epidemic. In addition, the event is intended to foster better understanding and cooperation between all groups and how that cooperation can lead to successful outcomes. Conference programming features breakout sessions impacting law enforcement, treatment, health care, advocacy and prevention.

Congressman Hal Rogers, Chair, House Appropriations Committee

We cannot afford to ignore the fast-growing drug problem in America. It impacts everything from medical expenses to workforce viability and it requires a multi-faceted approach with support, from not only state and national leaders, but also leaders on the ground in our rural and urban communities. This first of its kind Summit will get all parties together to address this issue.

 
 
Your peers at this Summit will come from:
• Federal and state legislators and policy makers
• Federal and state executive leaders
• Healthcare practitioners with prescription privileges
• Certified substance abuse counselors and recovery specialists
• Law enforcement personnel
• Treatment facility managers
• Advocates, families, and patients working to increase awareness and effect change
• Pharmaceutical executives
• Prominent academicians and researchers
• Government officials tasked with regulatory oversight
• Suppliers of prescription monitoring technologies

Your presence at this national Summit signifies a firm commitment to meaningful dialogue and cooperation in addressing the prescription drug abuse epidemic in our country. Through this type of collaboration, our work can be more impactful. We look forward to seeing you in Orlando!

National Advisory Board

Operation UNITE is forming a National Advisory Board to guide program development and conference offerings and has partnered with Inquisit, a division of Amerinet, to identify, design and deliver cutting-edge continuing education programs for conference attendees. Learn more about the Advisory Board.

Agenda & Workshops

The response to our Call for Presenters has been overwhelming. Thanks to everyone who has submitted a request to be a presenter or speaker at the National Rx Drug Abuse Summit. The forms are currently being prepared for review by the Advisory Board. A decision is expected by the end of October.
For more information contact Cathy Lenox at clenox@centertech.com or 1-866-678-6483.
 
More details about the agenda and workshops.

Sponsors & Exhibitors

To learn more about exhibiting and participating in the limited number of sponsorship opportunities available please contact:
        Sarah Centimole
        scentimole@centertech.com
        1-866-678-6483
        2292 South Highway 27, Somerset, KY 42501

Download a four-page Sponsorship & Exhibitors Guide.

For more details about sponsoring or exhibiting at the Summit click here.

Event Organizer

Operation UNITE (Unlawful Narcotics Investigations, Treatment and Education) was created in 2003 by Congressman Harold “Hal” Rogers to rid communities of illegal drug use through a comprehensive approach that includes educating youth and the public, coordinating substance abuse treatment, and providing support for families and friends of substance abusers. UNITE serves the 29-county Fifth Congressional District of Kentucky.