Monday, September 22, 2025

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel - Waterfront Ballroom II

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With the rise in fentanyl-related toxicity and overdose cases worldwide, healthcare systems are grappling with unique issues surrounding accurate monitoring, effective treatment, and prevention. The symposium will focus on emerging technologies, collaborative international approaches, and novel intervention strategies for better management and reduction of fentanyl-related harm. Session 1: Advanced Monitoring Technologies for Fentanyl Detection and Management • Discuss the latest advancements in TDM technologies for real-time fentanyl monitoring, including point-of-care devices, biosensors, and wearable tech. • Speakers will address the benefits and challenges of these technologies, especially for high-risk patients. Session 2: Addressing Illicit Fentanyl in Forensic Toxicology and Public Health Surveillance • Examine the growing impact of illicit fentanyl in toxicology and its burden on public health, including laboratory strategies to detect new analogs. • Emphasis will be on global data-sharing and best practices to monitor and address synthetic opioid crises. Session 3: Innovative Solutions for Emergency Response and Overdose Prevention • Discuss novel interventions in fentanyl overdose response, such as next-generation naloxone, community-level interventions, and law enforcement collaborations. • International experts will highlight successful public health initiatives and legislative models.