2025 USAOTP Austin Conference
Bringing together leading experts, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates to discuss the latest advancements, challenges, and strategies in opioid treatment.
August 7 - 8, 2025  ·  Omni – Downtown Austin
7:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT)

See Agenda Below!

Join us for the 2025 USAOTP Annual Conference in Austin, TX, a premier event dedicated to advancing the field of opioid treatment. This year's conference will bring together leading experts, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates to discuss the latest advancements, challenges, and strategies in opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment.


Key Highlights:

  • Expert Panels and Keynote Speakers: Gain insights from renowned experts in the field of opioid treatment, including groundbreaking research and innovative treatment approaches.
  • Workshops and Training Sessions: Participate in hands-on workshops and training sessions designed to enhance your skills and knowledge in opioid treatment practices.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, industry leaders, and stakeholders to share experiences, best practices, and build valuable professional relationships.
  • Exhibition Hall: Explore the latest Join us for the USAOTP Annual Conference 2025, a premier event dedicated to advancing the field of opioid treatment. This year's conference will bring together leading experts, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates to discuss the latest advancements, challenges, and strategies in opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment.
  • Awards and Recognition: Celebrate the achievements and contributions of outstanding individuals and organizations in the field of opioid treatment.


    Who Should Attend?

    • Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) Providers
    • Healthcare Professionals
    • Addiction Specialists
    • Researchers and Academics
    • Policymakers and Advocates
    • Anyone committed to improving opioid treatment and recovery outcomes
    • Products, services, and technologies from leading vendors in the opioid treatment industry.


    See Agenda Below!


    Agenda
    Thursday, August 7
    7:00 AM
    7:00 AM
    7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
    7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Farrukh Shamsi, MBA | USAOTP Advisory & Founding Board Member
    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Chethan Bachireddy, MD, MSc, FACP, AAHIVS| Chief Health Officer at Harris Health System
    10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
    10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
    12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
    12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
    Lunch (On Your Own)
    1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    -Jasmine Majkowski, EdD | CEO of Abilene Absolute Recovery Solutions (AARS)
    3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
    3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
    3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
    3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
    -Kim Scales, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC, PSS |Clinical Director at Center for Therapeutic Change (CTC)
    -Patrick Grissom, MS, LCDC | Lead Counselor at Lakes Regional Community Centers
    Friday, August 8
    7:30 AM - 7:55 AM
    7:30 AM - 7:55 AM
    7:30 AM - 11:45 AM
    7:30 AM - 11:45 AM
    Exhibitors
    7:55 AM - 8:00 AM
    7:55 AM - 8:00 AM
    Farrukh Shamsi, MBA | USAOTP Advisory & Founding Board Member
    8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Thomson Ivins, LPC | Lead Facilitator and Trainer at the Council on Recovery | Owner of The Ivins Group, PLLC
    9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
    9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
    9:45 AM - 11:15 AM
    9:45 AM - 11:15 AM
    -Lea McMahon, LPC, EdD | Chief Clinical Officer at Symetria Recovery
    -Don Hall, MBA, BS, LCDC, CPT | Site Manager at Adult Rehabilitation Services -Christopher Ian Gage, BS, LCDC | Lead Counselor at Adult Rehabilitation Services
    11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
    11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
    Hotel Checkout and Free Time
    11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
    11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
    -Kasey Claborn, PhD | Director of Addiction Research Institute and Associate Professor at UT Steve Hicks School of Social Work |Co-Director of South Southwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center
    1:00 PM
    1:00 PM
    LOCATION
    Omni – Downtown Austin, 700 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin, TX 78701
    Map
    Location: Omni – Downtown Austin, 700 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin, TX 78701