Tailored Treatment: Clare Waismann on Personalized Opioid Recovery
Most of our systems function with fluids. So that first day we do an evaluation, we start hydrating the system, we start giving the patient what they need. So after detoxification, the transition will be a lot easier on them.
What does it take to truly overcome opioid addiction? In this eye-opening episode, Clare Waismann, along with her co-hosts David B. Livingston and Dwight Hurst, sheds light on the importance of individualized medical treatment for opioid use disorder. They go beyond the basics of detoxification to explore how personalized care can make all the difference in a patient’s recovery journey.
From rapid detox under sedation to medically-assisted detox without anesthesia, the hosts discuss various treatment options tailored to meet individual needs. Clare passionately explains why understanding each patient's unique context is crucial for effective recovery. She also dispels common myths about rapid detox and emphasizes often-overlooked aspects like hydration during detoxification. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a comprehensive, empathetic approach to overcoming opioid addiction.