Clinical Pearls from ACAAM Lightning Round: A Must-Listen for Addiction Medicine Professionals
Episode Overview
Understanding tianeptine's addictive properties and its availability. Managing buprenorphine induction in patients with acute hepatitis. The importance of vaccinations for persons who inject drugs. Recognising false-positive phosphatidylethanol test results. Starting hepatitis C treatment in patients with addiction consults.
"Don't buy something from a gas station that's advertised as for brain health"
In this episode of The Curbsiders Addiction Medicine Podcast, the hosts take you through a whirlwind of clinical pearls presented at the ACAAM Lightning Round. The show features Drs. Carolyn Chan, Shawn Cohen, Kenny Morford, and Natalie Stahl, who share their insights on various substance use disorders. They discuss tianeptine, buprenorphine starts in patients with acute hepatitis, and vaccinations for persons who inject drugs.
This episode is packed with valuable information that can help healthcare professionals enhance their practice and stay updated on the latest in addiction medicine. Dr. Rucci Shaw's case on managing buprenorphine induction in a patient with acute hepatitis A is particularly enlightening. The hosts also explore the implications of false-positive phosphatidylethanol testing and the challenges of starting treatment for hepatitis C in patients with addiction consults.
If you're a healthcare professional looking to broaden your knowledge on addiction medicine, this episode is a must-listen. It not only provides practical advice but also highlights the importance of evidence-based treatment approaches. Don't miss out on these clinical gems that could make a significant difference in your practice.