July 15, 2025

Seeing Through Barriers to SUD Treatment

42 minutes

Joe E. Glass is a senior research scientist who recently joined Chestnut Health Systems after a nearly five-year tenure at Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute. Dr. Glass’s work centers on expanding access to effective interventions for alcohol and drug use, with a focus on developing, testing, and implementing innovative care models that proactively deliver addiction treatment and ongoing support for those seeking help. In the podcast, we discuss:

How listening to Catalyst interviews with Chestnut and Lighthouse scientists helped facilitate his transition from Seattle (Kaiser Permanente) to Eugene, Oregon, by providing valuable insight into the work and passion of his new research colleagues.

His experience at the Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital system, where he observed the unique way medical, financial, and mental health needs are addressed comprehensively under one organizational umbrella.

The ABC Study which is being conducted in the Kaiser Permanente health system to address barriers to substance use disorder treatment. The study involves a care navigation program that provides immediate support to individuals referred for treatment, including motivational interviewing and assistance in overcoming logistical barriers.

A large-scale study of substance use treatment pathways that combines statistical analysis of various entry points and treatment options with qualitative interviews of patients and providers to better understand real-world experiences and decision-making.

What dream project he’d pursue if a genie granted him unlimited resources.

For Joe's full bio: https://shorturl.at/4R9zk

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