Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
Episode 1 - Why Care About Addiction?
Episode 1 - Why Care About Addiction?
Episode 1 - Why Care About Addiction?
Tuesday 4th May 2021
Discover why addiction matters and how healthcare providers can help in this episode with Dr. Casey Grover.
18 minutes
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Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Why Addiction Deserves Our Attention: A Doctor's Perspective
It is just unbelievable to me that only 1 in 10 people with a substance use disorder will ever receive any type of treatment.
Picture this: every few minutes, another life is lost to drug overdose or excessive alcohol use. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Casey Grover, a seasoned emergency medicine physician, delves into the pressing issue of addiction and why it should matter to all of us. With staggering statistics—like one American dying every 6 minutes from a drug overdose—Dr. Grover lays out the urgent need for effective treatment in acute care settings, particularly emergency departments. Dr.
Grover doesn't just throw numbers at you; he brings the human side of addiction to the forefront. Imagine walking into an emergency room where nearly two-thirds of adult patients show signs of problematic substance use. The reality is grim: untreated substance use disorders significantly increase the likelihood of hospital admissions. Yet, only 1 in 10 people struggling with addiction ever receive any form of treatment. In this episode, Dr.
Grover provides an evidence-based overview of why healthcare providers must prioritize treating addiction. He discusses the effectiveness of various treatments in acute care settings and highlights the pivotal role that healthcare professionals play in addressing this public health crisis. Dr. Grover's message is clear: tackling addiction isn't just about saving lives; it's about alleviating the immense pain and suffering that addiction brings to individuals and their communities.
Whether you're a healthcare provider, someone affected by addiction, or simply a concerned citizen, this episode offers valuable insights into why we should all care about addiction and what steps we can take to make a difference. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of this critical issue and learn how you can contribute to the fight against addiction.