Guest: Robert A. Kent, General Counsel with the Office of National Drug Control Policy
In this episode, we are excited to feature a two-part discussion with Robert A. Kent, General Counsel with the Office of National Drug Control Policy.
Mr. Kent has an extensive background in healthcare and legal services, having previously served as the Vice President of Advocacy and General Counsel for the American Association of Orthodontists, and as the General Counsel for the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS).
Throughout the episode, Mr. Kent shares insights from his experience as a legal counsel for OASAS, including his role in implementing New York State’s Heroin and Opioid Task Force recommendations, combatting addiction and the opioid crisis, increasing access to treatment and harm reduction services, and co-authoring articles on patient confidentiality and sober homes.
Join us for this informative conversation on the addiction system of care, as we explore the work of the Office of National Drug Control Policy and the crucial role of legal support in addressing public health issues.