Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
On the Front Lines of the Addiction Pandemic - Dr. Roneet Lev
On the Front Lines of the Addiction Pandemic - Dr. Roneet Lev
On the Front Lines of the Addiction Pandemic - Dr. Roneet Lev
Thursday 18th March 2021
Dr. Roneet Lev discusses her frontline experiences with addiction, fentanyl, and marijuana poisoning on 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return'.
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Roneet Lev: Battling Addiction on the Front Lines
We would just tell people: well, just stop using heroin, stop using meth and be as easy as that could be. And so I mean we know that not all doctors are pill pushers. Every profession has bad guys and, as far as I'm concerned, you know, throw away the keys and lock them away, because they are a bad reflection on the majority, the overwhelming majority of physicians who really, and even now in the pandemic, really sacrifice themselves for the benefit of others.
Ever wondered what it's like to fight addiction from the very heart of the crisis? Dr. Roneet Lev knows firsthand. As the former Chief Medical Officer of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, and an ER physician, she's seen it all. In this eye-opening episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Dr. Lev sits down with host Joanie Sigal to share her experiences and hard-earned wisdom on the addiction epidemic.
From the perils of fentanyl to the often-overlooked dangers of marijuana poisoning, Dr. Lev doesn't hold back. She discusses the evolution of addiction treatment, emphasizing how much the medical community's approach has changed over the years. Once upon a time, doctors were not as involved in tackling addiction, but now there's a deeper understanding and more proactive measures being taken. One of the key takeaways from this episode is the importance of education—both for medical professionals and the general public.
Dr. Lev stresses that awareness and honesty are crucial in the fight against addiction. She talks about the life-saving role of naloxone and other opioid reversal agents, highlighting their importance in emergency situations. But it's not just about the drugs; it's also about the people prescribing them. Dr. Lev touches on the issue of 'bad doctors' who contribute to the opioid crisis by irresponsibly pushing pills.
However, she also points out that most physicians are dedicated to helping their patients and making sacrifices for their well-being. If you're looking to understand more about the complexities of addiction, this episode is a treasure trove of information and personal anecdotes from someone who's been on the front lines. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding and perhaps find some hope in the ongoing battle against addiction.