Eric Collins, PhD assistant professor in the school of health studies at Western University in Ontario, Canada. Joins us to discuss his lived experience through addiction and recovery.  Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD.

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In this episode we discuss the removal of the X-waiver and its implications, the latest statistics in adolescent and geriatric OUD treatment. Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD. 

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Dr. Ballester is back! In this episode Javier Ballester, MD talks us through the reward pathway and neurochemical and biological changes that take place in the addiction cycle. This is a great primer for students and residents and refresher for seasoned practitioners. Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD.  

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 Xylazine what is it, where is it and what is a Physician to do? In this episode we discuss this emerging epidemic, trends, treatment considerations and precautions. Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD. 

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In this episode we discuss the history of Psilocybin, effects, and mechanism of action. We review the latests studies showing the effects of Psilocybin on alcohol and tobacco use disorders and the research on depression. This is a fascinating episode hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD. 

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Alexandra Katehakis, Ph.D. is the Founder/Clinical Director of Center for Healthy Sex in Los Angeles.  This is a can't miss episode where Dr. Katehakis teaches us the origins of sex addiction, screening and co-occurring disorders and treatment options. Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD. 

Dr. Katehakis is the author of several books including Sex Addiction As Affect Dysregulation: A Neurobiologically Informed Holistic Treatment, the multiple award-winning Mirror of Intimacy: Daily Reflections on Emotional and Erotic Intelligence, Sexual Reflections, and Erotic Intelligence.

You can find Dr. Katehakis at: 

http://www.centerforhealthysex.com/

Instagram: @alexkatehakis 

Twitter: @alexkatehakis

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It's a wrap, in this episode we discuss the hot topics in addiction medicine including fentanyl, cannabis, harm reduction, health inequities and bonus how psychedelic use has increased. In this episode we review the latest trends in the monitoring the future study.  

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The fantastic Dr. Mitika Kanabar teaches us all about Process Addictions. We discuss gambling, compulsive internet use and gaming addiction. Dr. Kanabar guides us through diagnosis, treatment options and even harm reduction strategies. Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD. 

For more information on Dr. Kanabar: www.mitikakanabar.com

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Dr. David Crabtree joins us to discuss managing PREP/PEP in patients with substance use disorders. In this episode we discuss patient selection, initial evaluation, medication options and follow up testing. Bonus Dr. Crabtree discuss medication coverage options. Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD. 

Dr. David Crabtree 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcrabtreemdmph/

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Peg O’Connor PhD, joins us to discuss the history of AA and the roots of the “higher power”. In this very poignant episode we learn how to approach patients who might be put off by the 12-step dogma plus Dr. O’Connor gives us so much more wisdom in how to reach our patients with alcohol use disorders. This is a can’t miss episode. Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD.

Find out more about Dr. O’Connor at: http://pegoconnorauthor.com/ and check out her book Higher and Friendly Powers: Transforming Addiction and Suffering. 

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