Unified Health Coalition

04/23/2024

We thank Dr. Maria Kleinstaeuber, PhD, from the USU Psychology Department Sorenson Center, for delivering an informative presentation on the biopsychosocial model of chronic pain and the interdisciplinary treatment approach for Pain Management. The Unified Health Coalition- TROI and USU Office of Community Wellness acknowledge her expertise in this field, and we are grateful for the valuable insights she shared.

Given the above, we would like to provide Dr. Kleinstaeuber's contact information for those interested in contacting her for future presentations or inquiries. Please refer to the contact details below to reach out to her.

Contact Information:
Dr. Maria Kleinstaeuber, PhD
Assistant Professor- Combined Clinical/Counseling Specialization, USU Psychology Department Sorenson Center
Phone: 435-797-1236
email: maria.kleinstaeuber@usu.edu

Thank you once again.

04/15/2024

Join us for a Zoom presentation by Dr. Maria Kleinstaeuber on the intriguing topic of "Pain Management is a Team Sport – Modern Concepts of Interdisciplinary Pain Treatment."

Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Time: 12:00 to 1:00 pm

Dr. Kleinstaeuber will introduce the audience to a biopsychosocial model of chronic pain and how this model can be translated into a multimodal, interdisciplinary approach to treating pain. The concept of chronic pain as a multidimensional and biopsychosocial phenomenon has existed for more than four decades. Despite that long history, many clinicians, researchers, and patients with chronic pain have continued to hold essentially biomedical perspectives towards chronic pain. Research, however, has demonstrated that successful pain management needs more than just one approach – it needs a team of providers from various disciplines. Dr. Kleinstaeuber will present research evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of interdisciplinary pain management. Moreover, she will introduce the audience to a model of an interdisciplinary collaborative network between pain providers in a rural area, including a group management program for pain patients currently implemented by the Somatic Symptom Disorder Clinic at USU in Logan.

Register at the link below:

Join us for a presentation where Dr. Kleinstaeuber will discuss a biopsychosocial model of chronic pain and its interdisciplinary treatment

04/02/2024

Save the date!!!

Join us for a very informative presentation by Dr. Maria Kleinstaeuber on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm via Zoom.

Title: Pain management is a team sport – Modern concepts of interdisciplinary pain treatment

Dr. Kleinstaeuber will introduce the audience to a biopsychosocial model of chronic pain and how this model can be translated into a multimodal, interdisciplinary approach to treating pain. The concept of chronic pain as a multidimensional and biopsychosocial phenomenon has existed for more than four decades. Despite that long history, many clinicians, researchers, and patients with chronic pain have continued to hold essentially biomedical perspectives towards chronic pain. Research, however, has demonstrated that successful pain management needs more than just one approach – it needs a team of providers from various disciplines. Dr. Kleinstaeuber will present research evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of interdisciplinary pain management. Moreover, she will introduce the audience to a model of an interdisciplinary collaborative network between pain providers in a rural area, including a group management program for pain patients that is currently implemented by the Somatic Symptom Disorder Clinic at USU in Logan.

https://usu-edu.zoom.us/j/85086092646?pwd=SUpaODFHYXFzd1ViYXNVbmpudFVCZz09

If you have any questions, please calll us at 435-722-1600

03/22/2024

Come Join us next Monday, March 25, at the Roosevelt Extension Office at 11:00. We are making Easter Bread.

02/08/2024

Everyone is Welcome to Attend!

Join us at Whiterocks Community Building for "Ute Elders Talking Circles, Nu-maump-sur-gurchew." Friday, March 8, 2024 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Expand your crafting skills by learning how to make a Baby Doll Cradleboard with Rosie Ioupe, Ute Elder. Additionally, and acquired the expertise to create a Ute Doll with the assistance of Ginger Ridley, Ute Elder. This fun and informative workshop will help you enhance your traditional arts abilities.

Lunch will be provided- Call to reserve your seat at 435-722-1200 or 435-823-3749. Turgruyahk!

02/02/2024

Free warm clothes available to all!

All are welcome to come pickup FREE warm clothing! Tuesday and Wednesday at the Ute Lanes Bowling Alley, from 11:00am-4:00pm.

01/23/2024

Join us this evening at the Uintah Conference Center for this informative and educational event.

Join us tonight at the Uintah Conference Center from 6-8 pm.

Please attend tonight's event and help educate the public about the dangers of fentanyl poisoning from fake pills and other illicit drugs. Awareness and education are key to preventing tragedies.

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid similar to morphine but is 50 to 100 times more potent, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Its dangers are unparalleled. Just two milligrams—the size of the tip of a pencil—is considered a potentially lethal dose of fentanyl.

“Fentanyl is the single deadliest drug threat our nation has ever encountered. Fentanyl is everywhere. From large metropolitan areas to rural America, no community is safe from this poison. We must take every opportunity to spread the word to prevent fentanyl-related overdose death and poisonings from claiming scores of American lives every day.” - DEA Administrator Anne Milgram

01/11/2024

Diabetes Cook Along: February 6, 4:00pm

Diabetes Plate Method/Chipotle Burrito Bowls: Our First Class of this 4-part Series is coming up, we will talk about how to implement the Diabetes Plate Method into your everyday meals, and along with that we'll be whipping up some fantastic Chipotle Burrito Bowls! Don't miss out!

Free registration:

Join us for a 4-part class series. We will be covering the diabetes plate method, protein and fat, physical activity, snacking, blood glucose and medication monitoring. We will be cooking some yummy diabetic friendly recipes as well! For questions, please reach out cara.murray@usu.edu.

01/11/2024

Free community event!!

Join us January 23 for this free educational community event. Resource vendors, education surrounding opioid use disorder, stigma, and harm reduction.

01/05/2024

January is National . If you or someone you know is looking for resources relating to pregnancy and use of substances, visit SAMHSA's suite resources for women who are pregnant: store.samhsa.gov/?f%5B0%5D=population_group%3A1001

01/03/2024

Jump into 2024 with Create Better Health! These classes are meant to teach adults how to eat well and be physically active, while maintaining a budget! We will learn all about dietary guidelines, reading labels, meal planning, and more!

FREE registration: https://forms.gle/L3axYZphyLpRwTU9A

12/08/2023

Here is a tasty treat recipe!

12/05/2023

Join us at the USU Office of Community Wellness Tribal and Rural Opioid Initiative Resource Center-USU Extension for a community appreciation event! Learn about our free community classes and decorate cookies with us!

The Tribal and Rural Opioid Initiative (TROI) Resource Center is Utah's resource for tribal and rura

11/28/2023

Linda S. Edelman, RN, PhD, University of Utah College of NursingFarming and ranchingare stressful. Weather, the economy, andinjuries are just a few of the un...

11/13/2023

Our virtual harm reduction and naloxone training for those in the service industry is happening Wednesday the 15th at 12 PM.

Registration is not required. Link:

https://usu-edu.zoom.us/j/83322326604?pwd=K0dtYitYZEFRamZFM2U5RnA1UWx3UT09

10/27/2023