The Challenges Inc Podcast
The Challenges Inc Podcast
TAP54 Bill Kinkle
TAP54 Bill Kinkle
TAP54 Bill Kinkle
Wednesday 20th May 2020
Bill Kinkle discusses his journey through a health professionals monitoring program on 'Challenging Pathos', advocating for compassionate care and policy change.
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Bill Kinkle: Navigating Healthcare Monitoring and Addiction Recovery
I frame recovery around personal happiness and satisfaction because I find you want to just get so damn complicated like that- which substances are the good substances, which ones are the bad substances, which ones are acceptable and which ones aren't?
Ever wondered what it's like to be a healthcare professional under scrutiny while battling addiction? In this episode of 'Challenging Pathos', Bill Kinkle opens up about his intense journey through a health professionals monitoring program in Philadelphia. Bill's story is a raw and candid look at the hurdles faced by those who are expected to heal others while struggling with their own demons. He discusses the rigid expectations of abstinence-only programs and why compassionate care is crucial for drug users.
The conversation also touches on the profound impact of COVID-19 on addiction treatment and the importance of proper assessment in identifying treatment needs. Bill doesn't shy away from discussing his run-ins with the board of nursing and his strong advocacy for medication-assisted treatment. This episode is a deep dive into the complexities of defining recovery, emphasizing that personal happiness and satisfaction are key components.
Tune in to hear Bill's compelling story and his efforts to change the conversation around addiction and healthcare policies.