Todd Zalkins
Todd Zalkins
Z-Man Podcast #39 - Dr. Joe DeSanto
Z-Man Podcast #39 - Dr. Joe DeSanto
Z-Man Podcast #39 - Dr. Joe DeSanto
Wednesday 1st August 2018
Dr. Joe DeSanto discusses his journey from addiction to addiction specialist with Todd Zalkins on The Z-Man Podcast, offering valuable insights into recovery.
66 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Alcoholism and drug addiction is a progressive illness. It's spot on, and you know this stuff times more than I ever will.
What happens when a medical professional with firsthand experience in addiction takes the mic? In this episode of The Z-Man Podcast, Todd Zalkins welcomes Dr. Joe DeSanto, the medical director of DeSanto Clinics in Costa Mesa. Dr. Joe isn't just any doctor; he's a Board-Certified MD who has been through the wringer of addiction himself and emerged stronger on the other side. With over 12 years in addiction treatment, Dr.
Joe offers a rare blend of clinical expertise and personal insight. The conversation kicks off with Dr. Joe sharing his own harrowing journey through addiction and how it shaped his career in helping others break free from substance dependency. Todd and Dr. Joe dive deep into the complexities of alcoholism and drug addiction, highlighting the progressive nature of these conditions. They also tackle a hot topic in the recovery community: medication-assisted treatment versus abstinence. Dr.
Joe provides an honest look at the pros and cons of each approach, making it clear that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. But it's not all clinical talk; the episode is sprinkled with moments of humor and humanity as Todd and Dr. Joe discuss the vital role of love and support in the recovery process. By the end of their chat, you'll feel both informed and uplifted, ready to take on your own recovery journey or support someone else in theirs.