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Ep. 155 – Treatment Initiatives to Save Lives: Dr. Scott Weiner, Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Ep. 155 – Treatment Initiatives to Save Lives: Dr. Scott Weiner, Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Ep. 155 – Treatment Initiatives to Save Lives: Dr. Scott Weiner, Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Tuesday 2nd January 2018
Dr. Scott Weiner shares innovative opioid treatment strategies at Brigham and Women's Hospital, including the B-CORE program and the Bridge Clinic.
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Scott Weiner's Mission: Transforming Opioid Treatment at Brigham and Women's Hospital
We have to think of how to avoid people from becoming dependent on opioids to begin with, and, when they are dependent on opioids, how we can help them take them safely and, if they develop opioid use disorder, how we can treat them.
What happens when a dedicated physician decides to overhaul how a major hospital tackles opioid addiction? Dr. Scott Weiner, an Attending Emergency Physician and Director of B-CORE at Brigham and Women's Hospital, has set out to answer that question. In this insightful episode, host Greg McNeil chats with Dr. Weiner about the Brigham Comprehensive Response and Education program (B-CORE), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at standardizing substance use disorder treatment across the hospital.
One standout feature of B-CORE is its non-punitive approach to prescriber benchmarking, which provides feedback to healthcare providers on their prescribing habits. This initiative aims to address the inconsistencies in opioid prescriptions, ensuring patients receive safer and more effective care. Another innovative effort is the Bridge Clinic, where individuals can walk in without an appointment and begin their journey towards long-term treatment immediately.
The clinic offers a lifeline for those in urgent need of help, making it easier for them to access the care they require. Dr. Weiner also discusses other key components of B-CORE, such as co-managing patients with primary care physicians and expanding educational programs to hospitals. These efforts focus on preventing opioid dependency and ensuring that opioids are used safely when necessary.
For anyone grappling with opioid addiction or seeking to understand the complexities of treatment, this episode offers a wealth of information and hope. Dr. Weiner's work at Brigham and Women's Hospital serves as a powerful example of how dedicated professionals can make a significant impact in the fight against opioid addiction.