Transforming Opioid Care: Dr. Michael Incze on Primary Care Solutions
Episode Overview
Dr. Insa shared his journey and experiences in addiction medicine The benefits of providing addiction treatment in the primary care setting were highlighted Building trust and relationships within the care team was emphasized The impact of integrating regular medical care with substance use disorder treatment was discussed The need for mentorship to encourage more primary care physicians to adopt addiction treatment was emphasized
I just feel like almost every single time, I would say every time, personally. I've seen that happen. The PCPs and the patients have both really been so happy that they made that choice to do that care together. So really enthusiastic about more PCPs doing this work.
Imagine a world where your primary care doctor is also your go-to for addiction treatment. That's the vision Dr. Michael Incze brings to life in this episode of 'Addiction Medicine: Beyond the Abstract'. Hosted by Dr. Shawn McNeil, the conversation dives into the benefits of integrating addiction treatment, particularly for opioid use disorder, within primary care settings. Dr.
Incze, who practices at the University of Utah Health Division of General Internal Medicine, shares his journey and the profound impact of building trust between patients and their care teams. He sheds light on how blending regular medical care with substance use disorder treatment can lead to better outcomes for patients. Dr. Incze also stresses the importance of mentorship in encouraging more primary care physicians to incorporate addiction treatment into their practice.
If you're curious about innovative approaches to addiction medicine or seeking inspiration to improve patient care, this episode offers valuable insights straight from the frontlines.