All Things Addiction – Navigating Workforce Development in Addiction Medicine | Dr. Fred Rottnek

ARCA Admin
Nov 26
1 min read

In this episode, Dr Fred Rottnek discusses the critical aspects of workforce development in addiction medicine, emphasizing the need for trained professionals to address substance use disorders effectively. He explores the challenges of standardization in a new specialty, the implementation of hybrid care models, and the role of agonist medications in recovery. The discussion also covers harm reduction strategies for cannabis use and the impact of non-alcoholic beverages on recovery. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of interprofessional collaboration and patient-centered care in addiction treatment.

Takeaways

Workforce development is crucial for effective addiction treatment.
Addiction medicine is a newly recognized specialty.
Standardization in addiction care is still evolving.
Hybrid care models emerged as a response to the pandemic.
Agonist medications help stabilize brain chemistry in recovery.
Harm reduction strategies are essential for cannabis use.
Vaping is safer than smoking but still poses risks.
Edibles can be safer but require caution in dosing.
Non-alcoholic beverages can support recovery without encouraging drinking.
Patients should feel welcome to return to care at any time.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Addiction Medicine and Workforce Development

05:41 Challenges and Opportunities in Standardization

10:41 Hybrid Models of Care in Addiction Treatment

15:47 Understanding Agonist Medications in Recovery

28:43 Harm Reduction Strategies for Cannabis Use

37:17 The Role of Non-Alcoholic Beverages in Recovery

Keywords

addiction medicine, workforce development, standardization, hybrid care models, agonist medications, harm reduction, cannabis use, non-alcoholic beverages, recovery strategies, interprofessional care

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