Relapse as Part of Recovery: Learning, Growing, and Moving ForwardSeptember is National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of people in recovery from substance use addiction...reactions4comments
Words Matter: Shifting the Language of Opioid Use Disorder to Support RecoveryAs a doctor specializing in addiction medicine, I’ve seen firsthand how language can shape the experiences of people struggling with opioid use...reactionscomments
A Note to the Chronic Pain Community: We All Deserve Better CareIf you live with chronic pain and feel frustrated, unheard, or even angry about how pain care has changed since the opioid...reactions4comments
Your First Appointment for Opioid Addiction: What to ExpectAs an addiction specialist, I've had the honor of guiding many courageous individuals on their journey to recovery from opioid addiction. If...reactionscomments
National Fentanyl Awareness Day: Knowledge Saves LivesAs an addiction doctor and as a mom, National Fentanyl Awareness Day on April 29th holds deep meaning for me. It’s a...reactionscomments
The Art and Science of Treating OUD: A Whole-Person ApproachTreating opioid use disorder (OUD) is like uncovering a gemstone. Detoxification is the first step—dusting off the stone to reveal its potential...reactionscomments
How to Safely Manage Surgery and Medical Treatment While in RecoveryFor people in recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD), managing surgery or medical treatments that involve pain management can feel overwhelming. Concerns...reactionscomments
Talking Openly About Opioids and Addiction: A Guide for Families, Schools, and CommunitiesAs a doctor, and as someone who grew up with an addicted parent, I’ve seen firsthand how silence around addiction harms families...reactionscomments
Breaking the Stigma: Supporting Individuals with Opioid Use Disorder Without JudgmentDespite growing awareness of the opioid overdose crisis, stigma remains a significant barrier to recovery. Individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) often...reactions2comments
