The Clinical Effectiveness and Reference Group for Addiction (CERGA)
The remit of the group is to provide advice to the three Alcohol and Drug Action teams (of Aberdeen City JADAT, Aberdeenshire ADAT and Moray MDAAT) and NHS Grampian in relation to strategy and decision-making for both clinical and non-clinical interventions in the management of addictions to alcohol and other drugs. Specifically this will entail:
- evaluating the clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of established and emerging interventions using published evidence, including systematic reviews and national guidelines
- making recommendations that represent best practice and best value in relation to established and emerging treatments and harm reduction interventions for individuals and the wider community
- supporting the development of quality assurance frameworks, standard setting, monitoring and reporting
- advising on development of clinical practice, training and personal development for managing this client group
Requests for topics to be reviewed will come from members, the three ADATs, their subgroups and any other relevant interested parties.
The Clinical Effectiveness and Reference Group for Addiction (CERGA)
Contact: Lynn Sutherland
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Admin: 01224 558521