Guest: David C. Patchett, D.O. Host: Tracy McCray Episode 3 of 10: Dr. David Patchett, family practitioner at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, answers common questions family practitioners often face when treating patients with pain management issues. What are best practices when prescribing opioid therapy? How do you weigh the potential benefits of opioid therapy with the identified risks?  Claim CME credit at ce.mayo.edu/opioidpc. This episode is required to be compliant with controlled substance prescribing guidelines in the state of Minnesota.