Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD
Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD
Addiction Updates ”Adolescents and Elderly with OUD”
Addiction Updates ”Adolescents and Elderly with OUD”
Addiction Updates ”Adolescents and Elderly with OUD”
Tuesday 7th March 2023
Join Drs. Petersen and Cook on 'The Addiction Files' as they discuss OUD treatment for adolescents and the elderly, including the impact of the X-waiver removal.
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Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Opioid Use Disorder: Bridging the Gap for Adolescents and the Elderly
We've got to treat the addiction aggressively, not just cut people off of their prescription opioids because we are inheriting them and we've discovered that they get oxycodone A Month and we don't want to do that anymore.
Ever wondered how addiction medicine adapts to different age groups? In this episode of 'The Addiction Files', Drs. Darlene Petersen and Paula Cook tackle a topic that’s both timely and crucial: opioid use disorder (OUD) in adolescents and the elderly. These two medical professionals bring their expertise to the table, breaking down the latest statistics and treatment strategies for these distinct age groups.
They also delve into the significant implications of the removal of the X-waiver, a regulatory change that's making waves in the medical community. The conversation doesn't shy away from the complexities, like distinguishing between chronic opioid therapy and true opioid use disorder in older adults. With no specific guidelines in the US for treating older adults with opioids, Drs. Petersen and Cook share their own recommendations and best practices, making this episode a must-listen for anyone in healthcare.
Whether you're a physician, resident, or student, you'll find valuable insights that could transform your approach to treating OUD. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion that bridges the gap between age-specific needs and effective addiction treatment.