Maria Shilaos, KSL Newsradio
Maria Shilaos, KSL Newsradio
Opioid-free surgeries Pt.3
Opioid-free surgeries Pt.3
Opioid-free surgeries Pt.3
Sunday 15th March 2020
Discover how Intermountain Healthcare is promoting opioid-free surgeries with Dr. Will Shakespeare and patient Bill Evans on 'Healthy Mind Matters'.
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Get the buttons here!Opioid-Free Surgeries: A New Approach to Pain Management
And the less that prescription is handed off without a message that this is a potentially dangerous medication, the more we can avoid that, the better.
Pain after surgery is no joke, but what if there was a way to manage it without opioids? In this eye-opening episode of 'Healthy Mind Matters', host Maria Shilaos chats with Dr. Will Shakespeare, Intermountain Healthcare's Medical Director of surgical operations and anesthesiology, and patient Bill Evans. They explore the innovative steps being taken to reduce opioid prescriptions and promote safer, more mindful pain management techniques. Dr.
Shakespeare sheds light on how patient education and open conversations before and after surgery can significantly reduce the need for potentially addictive medications. Bill Evans shares his personal journey with opioid misuse and addiction, providing a raw and relatable perspective on the issue. The episode also tackles common myths about opioids and highlights Intermountain Healthcare's strategies for managing chronic pain without heavy reliance on these drugs.
From discussing the psychological aspects of pain to practical prevention methods like checking medicine cabinets and participating in drug take-back programs, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Whether you're facing surgery or supporting someone who is, you'll find plenty of food for thought here.