The Chapter recemtly participated in a roundtable with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) designed to educate State Assembly representatives on issues relating to controlled substance abuse, as well as the uptick in heroin availability and use. Steven Walerstein, MD, FACP and Chapter Executive Director Linda Lambert particpated and were highlighted in several media releases following the Assembly roundtable. The second roundtable was held in New York City with CDC Administrator Dr. Frieden who was interested in the New York experience with ISTOP and increased heroin addiction.