American Society of Addiction Medicine
American Society of Addiction Medicine
ASAM Weekly Special Episode: Dr. Shannon Miller talks PAM-7 and his path to addiction medicine [From the ASAM 55th Annual Conference]
ASAM Weekly Special Episode: Dr. Shannon Miller talks PAM-7 and his path to addiction medicine [From the ASAM 55th Annual Conference]
ASAM Weekly Special Episode: Dr. Shannon Miller talks PAM-7 and his path to addiction medicine [From the ASAM 55th Annual Conference]
Monday 30th September 2024
Dr. Shannon Miller discusses PAM-7 and his path to addiction medicine with Dr. Nick Athanasiou at ASAM's 55th Annual Conference.
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Miller's unexpected start in addiction medicine through the Air Force.
- The evolution and improvements in the seventh edition of PAM.
- Efforts to eliminate stigmatizing language in medical literature.
- The collaborative process involving hundreds of experts.
- The impact of PAM-7 on clinical practice and policy guidance.
If we do that, everything else flows better - their care, their insurance coverage, jobs for folks working in the area, our patients are happier, we're happier.
In this episode of 'This Week in Addiction Medicine from ASAM,' Dr. Nick Athanasiou sits down with Dr. Shannon Miller at the ASAM 55th Annual Conference. They dive into the seventh edition of the Principles of Addiction Medicine (PAM-7) and explore Dr. Miller's journey into addiction medicine. Dr. Miller shares how his unexpected assignment to an addiction unit in the Air Force led him to ASAM, where he found a wealth of knowledge and support that shaped his career.
He discusses the evolution of PAM-7, highlighting improvements like full-colour pages, an enhanced electronic version, and efforts to eliminate stigmatizing language. Dr. Miller also talks about the collaborative process behind the textbook, involving hundreds of experts to ensure comprehensive and balanced coverage of addiction medicine. The conversation touches on the impact of PAM-7 on clinical practice and its role in guiding policymakers. Dr.
Miller's anecdotes and reflections offer a unique perspective on the dedication required to produce such a significant work. If you're interested in the behind-the-scenes efforts that go into creating essential medical resources, this episode is a must-listen.