Episode #49 High Truths with Dr. Anthony Albanese and Addiction MedicineEpisode #49 High Truths with Dr. Anthony Albanese and Addiction Medicine
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
Addiction Medicine intersects with all aspects of medicine from primary care, pediatrics, OBGYN, surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, and of course, emergency medicine. Building up the addiction medicine workforce and integrating key aspects of addiction medicine into medical education is important. Anthony P. Albanese, MD Dr. Albanese is a gastroenterologist, hepatologist and addiction medicine specialist who has over 25 years of experience in clinical medicine and medical education. He works with VA medical centers and their university affiliates to enhance interprofessional faculty education and develop, expand, and enhance Graduate Medical Education (GME) in accordance with the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability (VACAA) and MISSION Act initiatives. Dr. Albanese is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the UC Davis School of Medicine and is Chief of the Hepatology Division for the VA Northern California Healthcare System based in Sacramento. He is President of the California Society of Addiction Medicine and Chairman of the State Chapters Council for the American Society of Addiction. Albanese attended Oral Roberts University for undergraduate and medical school training. He trained in internal medicine in New York at St Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital and continued for gastrointestinal and addiction medicine fellowship. He obtained further training in hepatology at the University of Miami. ASAM, American Society of Addiction Medicine
59:33•29 Nov 2021
Addiction Medicine Insights with Dr. Anthony Albanese
“Helping people to understand that they're not an addict, they're not, you know, weak-willed.”
Ever wondered how addiction medicine weaves through different medical fields? In this episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction', Dr. Roneet Lev sits down with Dr. Anthony Albanese, a seasoned gastroenterologist, hepatologist, and addiction medicine specialist. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Albanese sheds light on the vital role of addiction medicine in various specialties like primary care, pediatrics, surgery, and emergency medicine.
He passionately discusses the importance of integrating addiction medicine into medical education to build a robust workforce capable of tackling addiction head-on. Dr. Albanese's work with VA medical centers and their university affiliates highlights the significance of interprofessional education and expanding Graduate Medical Education (GME) to better serve veterans. His extensive background, including his roles at UC Davis School of Medicine and the VA Northern California Healthcare System, brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Throughout the episode, Dr.
Lev and Dr. Albanese dive into crucial topics such as pharmacotherapy for addiction, marijuana guidelines, and the mind-body connection. They also address the impact of stigma and the importance of community outreach in combating addiction. This conversation offers a comprehensive look at how addiction medicine intersects with various medical disciplines and the ongoing efforts to enhance medical education in this field.
Tune in for an enlightening discussion that not only informs but also inspires those interested in understanding and addressing addiction from a medical perspective.
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