Beyond the Script: Collaborative Pain Management in Wisconsin’s LTC Facilities

Webinar Description:
Join Dr. Matthew Cowling, Chief Clinical Officer of Medrina and a board-certified Physiatrist, for an exclusive WIDONC member-only webinar exploring how integrating Physiatry into the interdisciplinary care team can elevate pain management strategies in long-term care. Drawing from real-world experience, Dr. Cowling will discuss practical approaches to managing both chronic and acute pain while improving communication between DONs, medical directors, consultants, and primary care providers.

This session will highlight:

  • The evolving role of Physiatry in LTC settings
  • Practical, non-opioid and multimodal pain management protocols 
  • Reducing polypharmacy and hospital readmissions through aligned care goals
  • Case-based examples of successful interdisciplinary collaboration

Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
Time: Noon to 1 pm
Platform: Zoom (Link to follow in confirmation email)
Moderator: Tina Belongia, CCO of North Shore Health

Cost: This webinar is free to WDONC members. If you are unsure if you are a member or want to add additional members to your Facility or Corporate membership, please contact Melissa@wi-don-council.org with your name, title, and email address prior to beginning registration. 

The session will be recorded and made available for WDONC members who cannot attend live. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your leadership role in resident-centered pain care!

 

Presenter: Dr. Matthew Cowling is a Rehabilitation Physician who is Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with a primary focus on Subacute Rehab, Orthotics and Prosthetics, and non-surgical management of Musculoskeletal Injuries. He completed his residency at the University of Wisconsin and continues to proudly serve the greater Madison and Milwaukee areas. Dr. Cowling has a passion for teaching and expanding the role of Physiatry in post-acute care. He serves as the Chief Clinical Officer for Medrina as well as the Chair of Skilled Nursing Facilities for the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Additionally, he is the Associate Medical Director of Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg.
 

Beyond the Script: Collaborative Pain Management in Wisconsin’s LTC Facilities

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  • June 20, 2025
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