Join us for this fascinating discussion on the emerging trend of Gabapentin abuse. We discuss the history, uses and particular interactions with opioids and disturbing trends of misuse. Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD. 

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We are back with listener questions. What do you do with patients on benzodiazepines and MOUD? Tune in for a fantastic discussion on the latest recommendations on co-use of benzodiazepines and buprenorphine (and methadone), practice pearls and tips for engagement of patients in benzodiazepine taper. Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD. 

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In this episode we review the monitoring future study (released 8/22/22) and the trends in alcohol use, cannabis and nicotine particularly vaping.  We discuss a fascinating longitudinal study on long term cannabis and the cognitive effects.  Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD. 

“What is long-term cannabis use doing to our brains?”American Journal of psychiatry. 8 Mar 22.  Meier et Al

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Catherine Van Tassell PA-C, LCSW, joins us on this episode to discuss Yale Food Addiction Scale (YFAS), how to determine when a patient has disordered eating, food triggers in our food industry and treatment options. Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD. 

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SEASON 3 IS HERE! Javier Ballester, MD board certified addiction psychiatrist, president of Utah chapter of ASAM, joins us to discuss this most dangerous epidemic.  Dr. Ballester gives us a primer on the neurobiology of methamphetamine, discussion on the devasting effects of this disturbing trend of methamphetamine laced with fentanyl. Treatment of methamphetamine psychosis, harm reduction strategies for methamphetamine/fentanyl use.  Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD. 

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 Identifying Alcohol Use Disorders by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD.  Identify risky drinking, components of the AUDIT-C, CRAFFT and AUDIT and how these tie into DSM-V diagnosis of Alcohol Use Disorder. 

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Ana Holtey, D.O. board certified addiction medicine and family medicine physician and MRO joins us to discuss the basics of drug testing.  Learn about why we test, interpreting results, and cross containments. Understand how drug screening is a tool but not a decision and how we can use this to help our patients in recovery. Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD.  

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In this episode we cover the history of methadone, regulations, metabolism, dosing, side effects and so much more! This is a great introduction if you are not familiar with Opioid Treatment Programs.  Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD.  

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We are back with another fascinating episode, joined by Dr. David Serota board certified infectious disease and addiction medicine specialist. We discuss the management of infections in people who use drugs. Dr. Serota walks us through types and sources of infection, prevention and management.  In this episode we review the data surrounding oral antibiotic therapy when IV antibiotics are just not possible.  Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD.

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Dr. Kyle Moore joins us for a fascinating look at the practice of addiction medicine in rural United States. He discusses the many joys of small-town living along with the challenges including limited referral resources, lack of inpatient options, and delayed EMS response.  Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD.  

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