Patient Engagement in Perioperative Pain Management Project

Evaluation of an Intervention for Improving Patient Engagement in Perioperative Pain Management

Previously, the study team evaluated the implementation and effectiveness of the Johns Hopkins Perioperative Pain Program (PPP), which coordinates continuum of care for surgical patients on chronic opioid therapy throughout the perioperative period. Based on the findings of that project, the study team developed an educational intervention intended to improve patient engagement in perioperative pain management. In this project, the study team will formally implement a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention developed.

Inclusion Criteria:

• All patients in Johns Hopkins Personalized Pain Program Clinic

Exclusion Criteria:

• Active suicidal ideation at study entry
• Primary psychotic disorder
• Non-English speaker