PrintJack discusses his daughter’s recovery and how vital having positive support of the medical community was in his daughter’s treatment, and how kindness and caring can save a life. Read more
Paul: A positive experience with addiction treatment
In recovery for ten years, Paul has noticed a marked change in the way the medical community treats patients with substance use disorder. The stigma he faced earlier made recovery more difficult. Read more
Sherri: Kindness and support was key in her recovery
Sherri credits the support of medical staff for her recovery and for understanding the person they met initially could become the successful woman she is today. Read more
Tom: Respect and dignity key when treating SUD
Tom discusses the importance of being treated with respect and dignity when coming into a medical office for substance use disorder treatment. It can be daunting for a patient to seek treatment and an understanding medical staff is vital. Read more
Decreasing stigma involving addiction begins with the medical profession
Dr. Ayana Jordan, a Providers Clinical Support System Clinical expert, discusses the need for the medical profession to reduce stigma associated with treating patients with opioid use disorder. Read more
Young adult seeking treatment after overdosing (Part 1)
Pediatrician Timothy Brennan, a Providers Clinical Support System Clinical expert, conducts initial interview with patient who overdosed on heroin and has had little benefit from past treatment. Read more
Young adult seeking treatment after overdosing (Part 2)
Pediatrician Timothy Brennan, a Providers Clinical Support System Clinical expert, explains the different options available to a teenager who wants to use medication assisted treatment to stop taking heroin. Read more
Overcoming Barriers in Office-Based OUD Treatment (Part 1)
Dr. Sanchit Maruti, a Providers Clinical Support System Clinical expert, talks with a primary care provider whose first attempt at offering opioid use disorder treatment did not go well. Read more
Overcoming Barriers in Office-Based OUD Treatment (Part 2)
Dr. Sanchit Maruti, a Providers Clinical Support System Clinical expert, explains to a physician good practices to follow when a healthcare clinic wants to treat patients with opioid use disorder. Read more
Treatment in Rural Areas
Dr. Sanchit Maruti , a Providers Clinical Support System Clinical expert,discusses how access to care is one of the largest barrier to treating addiction in rural areas. Read more