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DR. HOLLY GEYER – “ENDING THE CRISIS” (OPIOIDS) 1 28 23
DR. HOLLY GEYER – “ENDING THE CRISIS” (OPIOIDS) 1 28 23
DR. HOLLY GEYER – “ENDING THE CRISIS” (OPIOIDS) 1 28 23
Saturday 28th January 2023
Dr. Holly Geyer offers practical solutions and hopeful insights into tackling the opioid crisis on 'American Medicine Today'.
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Holly Geyer: Practical Steps to Combat the Opioid Epidemic
For so long we've really demonized this drug class, when in reality, what we should have been fighting for is each other.
What if you could better understand the opioid crisis and find practical solutions to combat it? In this episode of 'American Medicine Today', Dr. Holly Geyer, an addiction medicine specialist at The Mayo Clinic in Arizona, shares her insights from her book 'Ending the Crisis'. Dr. Geyer doesn't just outline the grim statistics—like how opioid overdose is now the leading cause of death for adults aged 18-45—but also offers actionable steps for those affected by this epidemic.
She discusses the critical importance of using opioids appropriately and highlights non-pharmacologic treatments, such as exercise and comprehensive pain plans, as vital components in managing pain without falling into the trap of addiction. Dr. Geyer also delves into navigating the often confusing world of insurance for drug treatment, making it a bit less daunting for families trying to find help. But what makes this episode particularly compelling are Dr.
Geyer's personal stories and practical advice for families dealing with opioid use disorder. She provides guidance on how to have those tough family conversations, stage interventions, and seek out effective treatment programs. Her compassionate approach and real-world solutions offer a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with this public health crisis.
Whether you're directly affected by opioid addiction or just want to be better informed, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice that could make a real difference.