Microdosing, ultrarapid induction, Bernese Method.  What is it, when do you use it and how does this method provide an alternative for starting buprenorphine without a traditional withdrawal period?    Tune in for a refresher on buprenorphine induction and how to microdose.    Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD.

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”End the Silence” January Riggin, founder of Soap2Hoap, a non profit organization providing resources, harm reduction and advocacy to victims of human trafficking, substance use disorders, victims of sexual exploitation joins us to share her personal story of surviving human trafficking, life on the streets, childhood abuse and trauma and overcoming addiction.  

In this emotional interview we learn what human trafficking is, how addiction is used to control and cope with the trauma, signs that a patient is being trafficked and what health care workers can do when they suspect a patient is being trafficked.   Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD.  

Find out more at:    https://soap2hopeut.com

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Dr. Amy De La Garza is back for a fantastic interview on integrative therapies for substance use disorders.  Dr. De La Garza discusses the use of kudzu root in alcohol use disorders, many uses of vitamin D, auricular acupuncture and mindfulness therapies.   Hosted by Paula Cook, MD and Darlene Petersen, MD.   

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Tune in to our top five for 2021 on Alcohol, Opioids, Methamphetamines, Nicotine and Cannabis.  We review the basic facts, treatment pointers and pharmacology on some of the most commonly abused substances.  This is a can't miss episode hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD.  

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This episode discusses managing alcohol withdrawal syndrome in the outpatient setting. We review  appropriate patient selection with a  targeted history and stratification tools like the PAWSS scale. We discuss when patients should be admitted for medically managed withdrawal vs treatment options and evidence-based guidelines for  outpatient management. Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD.

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All about vape with Kyle Moore, DO.    We are back with a fantastic episode where Dr. Moore tells us about the history of vaping, regulations, side effects of vape and how to help our patients quit.   Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD.  

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What dangers are lurking in your medicine cabinet?  This episode discusses abuse of just a few of our more common *over the counter medications  including dextromethorphan, loperamide, pseudoephedrine, and diphenhydramine.   We review prevalence, consequences of abuse and signs/symptoms of abuse and treatment options.    Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD.  

*Medications available without prescription in the US.  Prescription/Non Prescription status will differ depending on your country (yes we still love you no matter where you are).  

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Dr. Amy  De La Garza joins us to give an in depth discuss on lifestyle modifications, diet, and complementary therapies for sleep when treating patients with substance use disorders.   Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD.

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In this episode we delve into the world of synthetic opioids, where do they come from, effects,  and overdose considerations.   Hosted by Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD.   

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Join us for an in depth discussion of "Club Drugs."   We discuss history, epidemiology, abuse and treatment of LSD, Ketamine, Ectasy/Molly, Rohypnol, and GHB.    

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No explicit language but this podcast discusses the abuse and treatment of legal and illegal drugs and may not be appropriate for all listeners.