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The Opioid Epidemic and Facilitating Better Medication Assisted Treatment

Sep 27, 202046 minSeason 1Ep. 5
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Episode description

Although the opioid epidemic has been a rising concern for years now, the solutions available for those struggling with substance use disorder are slow to follow. Increased regulation about Sensitive Information—combined with the stigma of addiction—has posed unique challenges in the field of Medication Assisted Treatment. 


Listen in as Dr. Enrique Enguidanos interviews Drs. Eric Ketcham and Gregg Miller to discuss what can be done to improve the MAT care available and key strategies for addressing the opioid epidemic. 


Special Guests: 

  • Eric Ketcham, MD, MBA, FACEP, FASAM, FACHE, and Emergency Physician & Addiction Specialist at Presbyterian Healthcare Services

  • Greg Miller, MD, FACEP, Chief Medical Officer at Vituity


Moderator:

Dr. Enrique Enguidanos, CEO, Founder, and practicing ED physician at Community Based Coordination Solutions

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