Ohio's Fight Against Opioids: Dr. Shawn Ryan's Perspective
So I support the legislation because, as I described, there's just way too many unmonitored conduits of drug entry into the country at this point.
What happens when a community rallies to tackle the opioid crisis head-on? In this episode of Cover 2 Resources, Greg McNeil sits down with Dr. Shawn Ryan, the President and CMO of BrightView Treatment Center and the President of the Ohio Society of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Ryan has dedicated the past six years to battling the opioid epidemic in Ohio, and he brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conversation.
He delves into how Ohio's legislation aims to limit opioid supply and ramp up prevention efforts, providing a blueprint for other communities facing similar challenges. The discussion touches on the benefits of medication-assisted treatment versus abstinence, the importance of reducing opioid prescriptions, and the critical role of community involvement in addiction recovery. Dr. Ryan emphasizes the power of informed patient decisions, highlighting how education can lead to positive changes in opioid use habits and encourage treatment seeking.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the complexities of addiction treatment and the proactive steps being taken to combat this crisis.