BJC Workshop: Counseling Patients on Firearm Safety

The Park Hills – Leadington Chamber of Commerce is pleased to share an upcoming professional development opportunity for healthcare providers in our region.

BJC Community Health Improvement (CHI) will present a virtual workshop titled “Counseling Patients on Secure Storage to Prevent Firearm Injury.” This educational session is designed to expand providers’ knowledge and build confidence in discussing firearm safety and secure storage with patients and their families. 

The workshop will be delivered by Dr. Lindsey Clukies, MD, a WashU Medicine pediatric emergency medicine physician with St. Louis Children’s Hospital. The curriculum is based on research and commonly asked questions from healthcare professionals regarding firearm safety and storage counseling.

Topics will include:

• The epidemiology of gun violence in Missouri

• Missouri laws surrounding firearm safety and storage counseling

• Evidence-based talking points for discussing firearm access and secure storage with patients and families

• An overview of secure storage devices

• Resources to provide patients and families related to gun violence prevention and safe storage

This virtual training is free and open to healthcare providers. CME credits will be available at no cost for physicians.

Two sessions are available:

• Wednesday, March 11 | Noon–1:00 p.m.

• Tuesday, March 24 | 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Healthcare professionals interested in attending may RSVP using the QR code provided on the event flier.

The Chamber is proud to share educational opportunities that support informed patient care, community safety, and continued professional growth within our healthcare community.