activities · 21
what they do
direct service · 3
- Pediatric Toxicology Travel Award Travel Awards for Medical Toxicology ConferencesProvides the Dr. Carol R. Angle Pediatric Toxicology Travel Award to encourage pediatric residents and medical students to pursue Medical Toxicology fellowship training.
- Travel Awards for Medical Toxicologists Travel Awards for Medical Toxicology ConferencesProvides travel awards for medical toxicologists to attend ACMT’s Annual Scientific Meeting, encouraging early interest in the field.
- Travel awards for medical trainees and professionals Travel Awards for Medical Toxicology ConferencesProvides multiple travel award programs—including the Dr. Carol R. Angle Pediatric Toxicology Travel Award, Resident Travel Award, Abstract Travel Awards, and the Dr. Michael Shannon Travel Award—that cover registration, travel, and lodging for the ACMT Annual Scientific Meeting to support early-career engagement and diversity in medical toxicology.
research · 15
- Coordinate the Fentalog Project Overdose Surveillance and Data RegistryCoordinates a network of geographically diverse sites to evaluate novel synthetic opioids of abuse and track regional trends in fentanyl analog overdoses, including studies on para-fluorofentanyl and disparities in outpatient treatment referrals for opioid overdose patients.
- Investigate emerging drug trends Substance Use and Toxicology ResearchInvestigates the rise of psilocybin use in chocolate confections, vape cartridges, and gummy snacks, as documented in the ToxIC NOSE Report #21.
- Journal of Medical Toxicology Medical Toxicology Research & PublishingOperates the Journal of Medical Toxicology, an international, peer-reviewed, Medline-indexed publication that advances the science and practice of medical toxicology through original research, case reports, and review articles.
- Maintain a Core Registry of patient cases Overdose Surveillance and Data RegistryMaintains a Core Registry of patient cases formally evaluated and treated by medical toxicology physicians.
- Operate the North American Snakebite Registry (NASBR) Overdose Surveillance and Data RegistryOperates the North American Snakebite Registry (NASBR), which is a comprehensive prospective data collection on snakebites in North America.
- Operate the SCANNED Overdose Surveillance Program Overdose Surveillance and Data RegistryOperates the SCANNED Overdose Surveillance Program, which uses advanced laboratory toxicology, emergency department data, and national drug-checking resources to monitor and research the evolving U.S. drug market.
- Operation of national surveillance and research registries Overdose Surveillance and Data RegistryRuns multiple national data collection and research programs including the SCANNED Overdose Surveillance Program, the North American Snakebite Registry (NASBR), and a Core Registry of patient cases treated by medical toxicologists to monitor drug trends, evaluate emerging toxins, and support epidemiological research.
- Publication and operation of the Journal of Medical Toxicology Medical Toxicology Research & PublishingOperates the Journal of Medical Toxicology, an international, peer-reviewed, Medline-indexed publication that advances the science and practice of medical toxicology through original research, case reports, and review articles.
- Publish the Journal of Medical Toxicology Medical Toxicology Research & PublishingOperates the Journal of Medical Toxicology, an international, peer-reviewed, Medline-indexed publication that advances the science and practice of medical toxicology through original research, case reports, and review articles.
- RENDOR Project Overdose Prevention and ResponseConducts the RENDOR project to assess the use, risks, benefits, and effectiveness of opioid antagonists in reversing opioid overdoses in pre-hospital settings.
- Research Advancements in Medical Toxicology Medical Toxicology Research & PublishingSupports research projects that lead to advancements in medical toxicology and publications in national and international research journals.
- SCANNED Overdose Surveillance Program Overdose Surveillance and Data RegistryOperates the SCANNED Overdose Surveillance Program, which uses advanced laboratory toxicology, emergency department data, and national drug-checking resources to monitor and research the evolving U.S. drug market.
- Smartwatch Technology Research Substance Use and Toxicology ResearchSupported research on smartwatch technology to detect cannabis intoxication in real-time.
- Support for medical toxicology research projects Substance Use and Toxicology ResearchSupports research initiatives in medical toxicology, including studies on smartwatch detection of cannabis intoxication, opioid antagonist effectiveness in pre-hospital settings (RENDOR), and trends in synthetic opioid use through multi-site collaborations, resulting in publications in national and international journals.
- Support medical toxicology research projects Substance Use and Toxicology ResearchSupports research projects that lead to advancements in medical toxicology and publications in national and international research journals, including studies on smartwatch technology for cannabis intoxication detection and the use of opioid antagonists.
capacity building · 3
- Fellowship and professional development programs Travel Awards for Medical Toxicology ConferencesOffers capacity-building opportunities such as travel awards for medical toxicologists to attend the ACMT Annual Scientific Meeting and a fellowship rotation in industry program to expand training and career pathways in medical toxicology.
- Offer a fellowship rotation in industry program Medical Toxicology Research & PublishingOffers a fellowship rotation in industry program for medical toxicologists.
- Provide travel awards for medical toxicologists to attend scientific meetings Travel Awards for Medical Toxicology ConferencesProvides travel awards for medical toxicologists to attend ACMT’s Annual Scientific Meeting, encouraging early interest in the field and supporting participation from various groups including residents, students, and international authors.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Advancing medical toxicology through scientific dissemination scientific_disseminationThe organization advances the field of medical toxicology by disseminating peer-reviewed scientific literature. This literature focuses on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of poisoning and adverse health effects from various toxic exposures, thereby improving patient care and public health.
- Dissemination of peer-reviewed scientific literature to advance medical toxicology scientific_disseminationAdvances the field of medical toxicology by publishing and sharing peer-reviewed research on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of poisoning and adverse health effects from medications, chemicals, and environmental or biological hazards, thereby improving clinical practice and public health responses.
- Dissemination of peer-reviewed scientific literature to advance the field scientific_disseminationAdvances medical toxicology by publishing and sharing peer-reviewed research on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of poisoning and adverse health effects from medications, chemicals, and environmental or biological hazards, thereby strengthening the evidence base and guiding clinical practice.
- Fostering interest and training in medical toxicologyThe organization encourages early interest in medical toxicology and fellowship training by providing opportunities for recipients to attend key scientific meetings, thereby building the pipeline of future medical toxicologists.
- Support for early-career engagement and fellowship trainingEncourages the development of future medical toxicologists by providing opportunities for early-career individuals and trainees to attend the ACMT Annual Scientific Meeting, fostering professional growth and continuity in the field.
- Support for early-career engagement and fellowship training in medical toxicologyStrengthens the future of the medical toxicology field by fostering early interest and professional development through opportunities such as attendance at the ACMT Annual Scientific Meeting, which supports education and career advancement in the specialty.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Fentalog Project
Tracks regional trends in fentanyl analog overdoses through a network of high-volume, geographically diverse medical toxicology sites
MTF Travel Awards
Provides financial support for medical students, residents, and international trainees to attend the ACMT Annual Scientific Meeting, including awards for underrepresented groups and abstract presenters
North American Snakebite Registry
Prospective data collection on snakebites in North America, representing the most comprehensive registry of its kind
RENDOR Project
FDA-funded study assessing the real-world use, risks, benefits, and effectiveness of opioid antagonists in reversing overdoses in pre-hospital settings
SCANNED Project
ONDCP-funded program using toxicology testing, emergency department data, and drug-checking resources to monitor the evolving U.S. drug market and new psychoactive substances
ToxIC Core Registry
National registry collecting data on patients formally evaluated and treated by medical toxicology physicians across over 50 U.S. sites and international locations
relationships · 11
who they work with
- ACMT Partner — Provides travel awards for medical toxicologists to attend ACMT’s Annual Scientific Meeting.
- ANTIDOTE Institute Partner — Supported research on smartwatch technology to detect cannabis intoxication.
- American College of Medical Toxicology Network — Official online journal of the American College of Medical Toxicology
- Committee on Publication Ethics Network — Member of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)
- FDA Funder — Funder of the Real-world Examination of Naloxone for Drug Overdose Reversal (RENDOR) project.
- International Committee of Medical Journal Editors Network — Member of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE)
- Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health Partner — Partners to provide travel awards for medical trainees from underrepresented groups to attend ACMT’s Annual Scientific Meeting.
- ONDCP Funder — Funder of the ToxIC Substance Checking and ANalysis of New and Evolving Drug (SCANNED) Overdose Surveillance Program.
- Opioid Response Network Partner — Investigates the rise of psilocybin use in chocolate confections, vape cartridges, and gummy snacks with ToxIC.
- Springer Partner — Publishing partner supporting the Journal of Medical Toxicology
- University at Buffalo Partner — Lead investigator Dr. Eric Kazcor, who received support for research, is from this university.