Drug Diversion Insights with Terri Vidals

By Terri Vidals

For everyone in the healthcare industry looking to reduce substance abuse and drug diversion. The host, Terri Vidals, is a pharmacist with over 30 years of experience; fifteen of those years in medica... more

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The podcast currently has 176 episodes available.

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August 08, 2023 Using Biometric Data to Improve Recovery Outcomes
Our Guests:
Eliza Foltz
Chief Revenue Officer, Pretaa

Michael Maddon
Chief Executive Officer, Pretaa

Better Connections. Better Outcomes. Pretaa shares how they are utilizing wearable technology data to produce better connections and outcomes for those in recovery. To quote one of the testimonials, "with these insights, we are able to provide the right intervention at the right time, leading to better outcomes". Utilizing insights from the biometric data, clinicians are able to provide better care. It allows the patient opportunities for self-learning, and provides them with better support and accountability. This is an interesting conversation showing us another way to use technology.

Thanks to our sponsor, IMI (International Medical Industries)
Learn more about Prep Lock Tamper Evident Caps: https://imiweb.com/prep-lock-tamper-evident-caps-2/

For more information on Drug Diversion mitigation and resources, visit: https://www.rxpert.solutions/

#drugdiversion #hospitalpharmacy #opioidcrisis #hospitalworker
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51min
August 01, 2023 Diversion Mitigation Starts Before an Order is Ever Written
Our Guest:
Joni Street RPh, BCPS
Pharmacy Supervisor, Diversion Officer

Joni works for a Common Spirit facility and her team has done some great work with Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols. A lot more is involved than just the medications administered. She shares the journey and lessons learned with us. Join us to get some ideas on additional diversion mitigation.
For more information on Drug Diversion mitigation and resources, visit: https://www.rxpert.solutions/
#drugdiversion #hospitalpharmacy #opioidcrisis #hospitalworker
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29min
July 18, 2023 Words of Wisdom From a Defense Attorney
Our guest:
Laura Iosue
Iosue Law, LLC
She says she is an acquired taste. She has won me over, and I think you'll find what she shares valuable. Laura Iosue, a prosecutor turned defense attorney, offers advice and shares many insights with us. Her passion is impossible to miss as she gives us perspective into an area many of us have no experience in. Join us as we talk about the legal system and what that could look like for healthcare professionals with a SUD.
Thanks to our sponsor, IMI (International Medical Industries)
Learn more about Prep Lock Tamper Evident Caps: https://imiweb.com/prep-lock-tamper-evident-caps-2/
For more information on Drug Diversion mitigation and resources, visit: https://www.rxpert.solutions/#drugdiversion #hospitalpharmacy #opioidcrisis #hospitalworker
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44min
July 11, 2023 Substance Use Disorders and Barriers to Treatment
Our Guest:
Heidi McNeely, PhD, RN, PCNS-BC
Drug Diversion Prevention Officer
Dr. Heidi McNeely shares an overview of the findings of her research on non-medical substance use and barriers to treatment. These include relinquishing control, our identity as healthcare professionals and shame.
Journal: McNeely, H.L., Nelson-Brantley, H., Teel, C., Peterson, M. Role of Stigma for Health Care Professionals With Nonmedical Substance Use, Western Journal of Nursing Research (Volume 45, Issue 9) pp. 883-842. ©The Authors 2023. DOI: 10.1177/01939459231187983
For more information on Drug Diversion mitigation and resources, visit: https://www.rxpert.solutions/#drugdiversion #hospitalpharmacy #opioidcrisis #hospitalworker
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38min
June 27, 2023 Recovery Program for Licensed Healthcare Professionals in Michigan
This podcast explains the recovery program process for licensed healthcare professionals in the state of Michigan. It is state number two in my series on recovery programs.
Thanks to our sponsor, IMI (International Medical Industries)
Learn more about Prep Lock Tamper Evident Caps: https://imiweb.com/prep-lock-tamper-evident-caps-2/
For more information on Drug Diversion mitigation and resources, visit: https://www.rxpert.solutions/
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29min
June 20, 2023 Diversion Programs in Rural Settings
Our Guests:
Carin Yale, CPhT
Controlled Substance Coordinator at Avera Health
Thomas Johnson Pharm D, MBA, BCCCP, BCPS, FACHE
VP Hospital Pharmacy and Laboratory Services at Avera Health
Jeff Kauffman RPh
Director of Pharmacy and Professional Services at Hillsdale Hospital

Are there unique challenges in rural hospitals when it comes to diversion and employees with SUDs? Do these facilities tackle these issues the same way a larger institution would? Join me as I ask these questions of three people who have extensive experience in rural communities. Hear their thoughts and what they are doing as organizations to address diversion in critical access facilities.
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33min
June 13, 2023 Possible Victim of Diversion
What is it like to get the letter? You may have been infected by hepatitis C while being cared for at our hospital? Join us as we discuss a diversion case that resulted in at least 18 people being infected with hepatitis C. Hear from a pharmacist who got the letter and how it contributed to her interest in learning more about substance use disorder.
Thanks to our sponsor, IMI (International Medical Industries)
Learn more about Prep Lock Tamper Evident Caps: https://imiweb.com/prep-lock-tamper-evident-caps-2/
For more information on Drug Diversion mitigation and resources, visit: https://www.rxpert.solutions/
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19min
June 06, 2023 The DEA and Patient Own Meds
Our Guest:
Susannah Herkert
Senior Managing Director at Guidepost
Former DEA Supervisory Diversion Investigator
Patient Own Controlled Substance Meds is a no-win issue in every facility I have ever worked in or with. Well, guess what? There is a new twist that puts facilities at greater risk than you might realize. Susannah unpacks this and clearly states what the DEA regs are on this topic. You definitely do not want to miss this.
For more information on Drug Diversion mitigation and resources, visit: https://www.rxpert.solutions/
#drugdiversion #hospitalpharmacy #opioidcrisis #hospitalworker
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20min
May 30, 2023 How Prepared is Your Facility for a Visit from the DEA?
Our Guest:
Susannah Herkert
Senior Managing Director at Guidepost
Former DEA Supervisory Diversion Investigator
Why do so many facilities still run into trouble with the DEA when we all have access to the CFRs? Susannah clearly articulates the main issues and provides some things to ponder. She offers ideas for mitigating much of the risk and bringing your facility into better compliance. She provides a bit more clarity surrounding some of the regulations.
For more information on Drug Diversion mitigation and resources, visit: https://www.rxpert.solutions/#drugdiversion #hospitalpharmacy #opioidcrisis #hospitalworker
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28min
May 23, 2023 Adjusting Interview Style to Meet the Circumstances
Our Guests:
Cory Luper, Drug Diversion Analyst
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Jack Beckley, Criminal Investigator - Supervisor
Office of the Indiana Attorney General

Two experienced investigators share their approach to interviewing a healthcare professional with a possible substance abuse disorder. Do they take a different tactic than they would if the theft was committed by a non-healthcare professional outside of a healthcare setting? How much does the possible presence of a mental health issue come into play when they strategize? Cory and Jack give us some food for thought.
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45min

FAQs about Drug Diversion Insights with Terri Vidals:

How many episodes does Drug Diversion Insights with Terri Vidals have?

The podcast currently has 176 episodes available.