Don't forget to register for the first AMERSA Advocacy Webinar of 2026! Methadone Reform at Many Levels: Zooming in on Colorado for State, Clinic, and Patient Perspectives on Making Change Jan 27, 2026 | 4pm ET / 1pm PT Register now: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...

Mark your calendar | Submissions open February 1. AMERSA’s 50th Annual Conference is coming to Washington, DC November 12–14, 2026. 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀! Abstracts & workshop submissions due 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭 Scholarship award applications due 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟳

We're happy to partner with @acaamorg.bsky.social to spread the word about REACH2.0, a program dedicated to building a supportive community of future leaders in addiction medicine and psychiatry - Learn more and apply by January 5 here: reach2program.org/ #REACHProgram

Happy New Year from AMERSA! As we reflect on another year of shared commitment to advancing substance use care, we want to thank our community for your continued engagement and support. Wishing you a healthy, connected, and inspiring 2026.

Peer review plays a vital role in ensuring the quality and impact of scholarly publishing. Interested in becoming a peer reviewer for an academic journal but not sure where to start? Explore these resources from @sagepub.com, the publisher of @sajamersa.bsky.social. www.sagepub.com/journals/inf...

Happy Holidays from AMERSA! Wishing you a restful holiday season and a healthy, hopeful start to the new year. Please note that AMERSA’s offices will be closed December 24-January 4. We will resume regular operations on January 5.

A year end gift to AMERSA is more than a donation—it’s an investment in multidisciplinary collaboration that connects research with practice and evidence with experience...all year long. Learn how you can support AMERSA here: amersa.growthzoneapp.com/ap/contribut...

Register now for the first AMERSA Advocacy Webinar of 2026! Methadone Reform at Many Levels: Zooming in on Colorado for State, Clinic, and Patient Perspectives on Making Change Jan 27, 2026 | 4pm ET / 1pm PT Register now: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...

Don’t miss out! REACH 2.0 Program applications close Jan. 5, 2026. Gain hands-on training, mentorship, and leadership development in addiction healthcare, plus financial support. Scholars (medical students, residents, fellows) & Near Peers (early-career physicians)—apply today: buff.ly/opb1w4S

Whether you're a peer specialist, provider, researcher, educator, or policymaker, your voice belongs at AMERSA. Join AMERSA as a member to find collaborators, mentors, and colleagues who are making a difference in substance use care. amersa.org/new-member-o...

AMERSA is proud to release a new position statement: In Support of Harm Reduction Supply Distribution via Vending Machines—a proven, 24/7, low-barrier way to expand access to naloxone, drug checking tools and more. Read the full statement: amersa.org/advocacy-sta...

Congratulations to the recipient of the @sajamersa.bsky.social 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, 𝘖𝘶𝘵𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘐𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝟩-𝘋𝘢𝘺 𝘐𝘯𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘉𝘶𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦: 𝘈 𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵-𝘵𝘰-𝘐𝘯𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴. Read the full article here: journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

Save the Date! | Submissions open Feb 1. AMERSA’s 50th Annual Conference is coming to Washington, DC Nov 12–14, 2026. New Deadlines! Abstracts & workshops due April 1 Scholarship award applications due May 17

Last call! Proposals for AMERSA’s 2026 Learning Series are due TONIGHT, Dec 7. Submit by 11:59pm PT: amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

Only a few days left to submit your podcast, workshop, and toolkit proposals for AMERSA’s 2026 Learning Series! If you’ve been considering submitting, now is a great time to share your ideas. Submit by Dec 7: amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

Save the date! AMERSA Advocacy Webinar: Methadone Reform at Many Levels: Zooming in on Colorado for State, Clinic, and Patient Perspectives on Making Change Jan 27, 2026 | 4pm ET / 1pm PT Register now: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...

Substance use in older adulthood is often overlooked—but it’s a growing and essential area of care. AMERSA invites proposals exploring the topic for the upcoming series: Substance Use Across the Lifespan. Submit by Dec 7: amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

There’s still time to submit your proposal for a podcast episode, workshop, or toolkit for AMERSA’s upcoming 2026 Learning Series. Submit by Dec 7: amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

It's been two weeks since #AMERSA2025 came to a close. Let’s keep the connections going. Tag someone who made your AMERSA experience even better!

We are deeply grateful for our AMERSA community—today and every day. Your dedication strengthens our mission and impacts lives year-round.

Technology is reshaping substance use care. How can EMRs, digital tools, or AI strengthen substance use care? Submit your proposal for AMERSA upcoming podcast series, Frontiers in Substance Use Care: Emerging Topics and Evidence. Submit by Dec 7: amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

Stay up to date on the latest research and commentary in the field of substance use and addiction. Subscribe to OnlineFirst article and new issue notifications for @sajamersa.bsky.social. journals.sagepub.com/connected/saj

What was your favorite moment from the AMERSA 2025 Conference? We have too many to choose. Check out the photo gallery on the 2025 Conference tab on our website! amersa.org/2025-confere...

From GLP-1 agonists to psychedelics, emerging treatments could transform substance use care. Submit a proposal to share your insights on AMERSA’s 2026 podcast, Frontiers in Substance Use Care. Proposals due Dec 7, 2025 : amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

AMERSA invites proposals for podcast episodes, workshops, and toolkits addressing substance use care during pregnancy and parenting for the upcoming series, Substance Use Across the Lifespan. 🔗 Submit by 𝗗𝗲𝗰 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 → amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

Thank you for being part of AMERSA 2025! We’re grateful for the learning, connection, and collaboration this week. Safe travels to all heading home—we look forward to continuing this work together and seeing you in Washington, DC in 2026!

Today’s Rich Saitz plenary brought powerful insights into the current evidence for psychedelics in addiction recovery from Adie Rae Wilson-Poe, PhD, Kevin Franciotti, and moderator Chris Stauffer, MD. Thank you to our speakers for a great discussion.

“Best conference I’ve ever been to!” — Aleka Heinrici, family physician & addiction specialist at #AMERSA2025. Referred by a colleague, she came to the conference & paid it forward by inviting a Portland-based clinician. The conversations & energy here fuel better care & outcomes for people w/SUD.

Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs: Helpful or Harmful? Today's AMERSA Discourse session was a great exchange of perspectives - energizing, respectful, and especially fun. #AMERSA2025

Our Special Interest Groups started the day with insightful dialogue. Learn more about AMERSA SIGs here: amersa.org/special-inte... #AMERSA2025

We're excited to unveil our new brand identity. This new design is a symbol of our growth and continued commitment to embracing the many voices and disciplines working in substance use care to shape a more collaborative, compassionate, and effective response to substance use.

What a view we have from our conference hotel! Our conference photographer, Seth Jacobson Photography, captured this beautiful photo of Portland's skyline. sethphotos.com

A full and inspiring first day at #AMERSA2025. Thought-provoking plenaries, outstanding oral abstracts, recognition of exceptional contributors, and a dynamic poster session brought our community together in meaningful ways.

Collaboration, conversation, and community — exactly what makes #AMERSA2025 so special.

We’re proud to introduce the 2025–2026 AMERSA Board of Directors! This exceptional group of leaders represents the depth and diversity of disciplines across the substance use and addiction field.

What a start! Today’s Opening Plenary energized the room and launched #AMERSA2025 with purpose.

Welcome to Day 1! We’re officially kicking off #AMERSA2025 — let’s make it an inspiring week together.

AMERSA pre-conference attendees participated in local site visits today at Central City Concern, The Miracles Club, and Outside In. Thanks to these organizations for letting us visit! #AMERSA2025

The AMERSA team is hard at work preparing for an inspiring week of connection, learning, and community at #AMERSA2025. Check in early today from 12-6pm or tomorrow from 7am-7pm to be entered into a drawing to win complimentary 2026 registration in Washington, DC!

How are emerging substances like Kratom and Nitazenes shaping substance use care? AMERSA is seeking proposals for podcast episodes for the upcoming Frontiers in Substance Use Care series. 🔗 Submit by 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱→ amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

How can we better support youth & families in substance use care? AMERSA is seeking proposals for the upcoming Substance Use Across the Lifespan series focusing on pediatric and adolescent care. Submit by 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 → amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

Substance use care changes across life stages—and we’re seeking your insights! Submit a podcast episode, workshop, or toolkit proposal for AMERSA's Substance Use Across the Lifespan series by 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱. 🔗 Learn more amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

Have insights on emerging substances, treatments, or tech in substance use care? Submit an episode proposal for AMERSA’s upcoming Frontiers in Substance Use Care podcast series! Proposals due December 7, 2025 🔗 Learn more → amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

AMERSA is excited to announce two new series arriving in 2026. We’re seeking proposals for podcast episodes, workshops, and toolkits. 🗓️ Proposals due December 7, 2025 🔗 Learn more and submit your proposal today→ amersa.org/2026-amersa-...

Just 3 weeks until #AMERSA2025! If you arrive by airplane, consider taking public transportation to the conference hotel. It is one of the fastest, easiest, least expensive options (and environmentally friendly too). We have detailed instructions here: amersa.org/wp-content/u...

Congratulations to the October 2025 SAj Editors' Choice Award recipient, 𝘗𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘋𝘳𝘶𝘨𝘴 𝘐𝘯𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘍𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘖𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘥𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘤 𝘊𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴: 𝘈 𝘓𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘊𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘴 𝘈𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘺𝘴𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘗𝘰𝘭𝘺𝘴𝘶𝘣𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦-𝘐𝘯𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘋𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘜𝘳𝘣𝘢𝘯 𝘔𝘪𝘥𝘸𝘦𝘴𝘵. Read the article here! @sajamersa.bsky.social

Happening today! Join AMERSA & journalist Zachary Siegel 3 PM ET for live Advocacy Webinar follow-up office hours — share your ideas & get feedback. Watch the Webinar: amersa.org/amersa-webin... Register: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...

AMERSA is grateful for the support of our 2025 Conference Exhibitors! If you’re joining us in Portland this November, please stop by and visit them throughout the conference.

Did you know that AMERSA provides $100,000 (over 1/10th of our budget!) in conference registration & travel support every year - without accepting any industry funding? Thank you to members, donors, and mission-aligned partners who support our efforts to include all voices at the table!

Sharpen your advocacy message! Join AMERSA & journalist Zachary Siegel Oct 22 | 3 PM ET for hands-on follow-up office hours to our Advocacy Webinar. Missed the webinar? Watch: amersa.org/amersa-webin... Register: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...