Jason Schwartz
Jason Schwartz
What do medical schools teach about addiction? An interview with Derek Wolfe
What do medical schools teach about addiction? An interview with Derek Wolfe
What do medical schools teach about addiction? An interview with Derek Wolfe
Monday 19th April 2021
Jason Schwartz and Derek Wolfe discuss gaps in addiction education in medical schools and the potential impact of removing the X-Waiver on addiction treatment.
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Get the buttons here!Medical Schools and Addiction: Derek Wolfe's Eye-Opening Perspective
One of the big changes that's come with the opioid crisis is that doctors have been very kind of centered when it comes to addiction, treatment and policy.
Ever thought about what medical schools are teaching (or not teaching) about addiction? In this episode of 'Recovery Review', host Jason Schwartz sits down with Derek Wolfe, a recent medical school graduate now diving into psychiatric residency. Together, they tackle the glaring gaps in addiction education within medical curricula and the ripple effects of potentially scrapping the X-Waiver, which mandates specialized training for doctors to treat opioid addiction.
Wolfe's firsthand experience in social detox and crisis residential programs brings a unique lens to this pressing issue. He emphasizes that addiction is more than just opioid use disorders—it's a complex interplay of various substances and behaviors, deeply rooted in psychosocial factors. Wolfe argues that medical professionals need a well-rounded, holistic understanding of addiction to effectively address it.
This episode is a wake-up call for medical schools to step up their game in addiction education, ensuring future doctors are fully equipped to combat this escalating public health crisis. Tune in for a compelling conversation that challenges the status quo and advocates for a more comprehensive approach to addiction treatment.