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Recovery and Treatment During COVID19 with Dr. Jeff Baxter
Recovery and Treatment During COVID19 with Dr. Jeff Baxter
Recovery and Treatment During COVID19 with Dr. Jeff Baxter
Tuesday 26th January 2021
Dr. Jeff Baxter shares how Spectrum Health Systems adapted addiction treatment during COVID-19 with hosts Lisa Blanchard and Cathy Collins on 'Airing Addiction'.
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Get the buttons here!Adapting Addiction Treatment in a Pandemic: Dr. Jeff Baxter’s Insights
The trend that's most important to me is that the demand for treatment hasn't fallen off. Now is as good a time as any to get treatment because you have a good opportunity to come out of the pandemic safe in many regards.
How do you treat addiction when a pandemic turns the world upside down? Dr. Jeff Baxter, Chief Medical Officer of Spectrum Health Systems, joins hosts Lisa Blanchard and Cathy Collins to tackle this very question. In this episode of 'Airing Addiction', they dive into the unexpected hurdles and innovative solutions that emerged during COVID-19. From transforming group rooms into patient care spaces to conducting intakes over the phone, Spectrum's adaptability shines through. Dr.
Baxter sheds light on the whole-person approach, emphasizing the importance of connecting with local shelters and residential programs to ensure continuous care. Despite the challenges, the need for treatment has remained steady, and Dr. Baxter encourages those struggling to seek help now. Tune in to hear about the creative ways Spectrum has navigated these unprecedented times and maintained their commitment to patient care.