American Society of Addiction Medicine
American Society of Addiction Medicine
Exploring the Impact of Opioid Settlements on Addiction Medicine
Exploring the Impact of Opioid Settlements on Addiction Medicine
Exploring the Impact of Opioid Settlements on Addiction Medicine
Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Explore how $56 billion from opioid settlements can be used wisely to combat addiction, featuring insights from top experts.
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Episode Overview
- The episode explores the strategic allocation of $56 billion from opioid litigation settlements
- Dr. Joshua Sharfstein and Sarah Whaley discuss the role of addiction medicine specialists in guiding wise spending
- Principles for effective fund utilization are highlighted
- The importance of clinician involvement and advocacy is emphasized
- Insights are shared to address racial inequities and develop a fair and transparent process for fund distribution
Clinicians, like Josh mentioned, are educators and experts and advocates. Especially at the local level, some of the folks who are charged with making these decisions aren't experts and don't know. They will really rely on people that hold that knowledge and that firsthand experience to help inform their decisions.
Imagine having $56 billion at your disposal to combat the opioid crisis. How would you spend it? In this episode of 'Addiction Medicine: Beyond the Abstract', host Shawn McNeil, MD, sits down with Dr. Joshua Sharfstein and Sara Whaley, MPH, from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, to tackle this very question. They dive into the nitty-gritty of strategically allocating these funds from opioid litigation settlements.
Their discussion sheds light on how addiction medicine specialists can guide state and local governments in making impactful decisions that save lives. From principles of effective fund utilization to addressing racial inequities in resource distribution, this conversation is packed with actionable insights. Whether you're a healthcare professional, policy-maker, or just curious about how this massive sum can be used to fight addiction, this episode offers a deep and engaging look into the complexities of fund allocation.
Tune in to understand how these experts envision a future where every dollar is spent wisely to make a real difference.