11: #11 Smoking Cessation: It’s Not a Drag with Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos11: #11 Smoking Cessation: It’s Not a Drag with Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos
The Curbsiders Addiction Medicine Podcast
Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos explores how mindfulness and tailored treatments can help patients quit smoking.
1:04:44•15 Sept 2022
Mindfulness Meets Medicine: Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos on Quitting Smoking
“My strategy, ultimately, to get them becoming non-smokers. After that, three things I take in is the brand, how they smoke and how much do they smoke. No, you've got to think about how to get to those numbers.”
Ever wondered how mindfulness can help patients kick the smoking habit? In this episode of The Curbsiders Addiction Medicine Podcast, Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos brings a fresh perspective to smoking cessation. He dives into the nitty-gritty of combining mindfulness with evidence-based treatments to help patients quit smoking for good. Dr. Galiatsatos stresses the importance of building strong relationships with patients and understanding the unique factors that keep them hooked on smoking.
His approach isn't one-size-fits-all; he tailors pharmacotherapy to fit each patient’s needs. You'll also get practical tips on managing both short-acting and long-acting nicotine replacement therapies, collaborating with quit lines and pharmacists, and the crucial role of follow-up care in preventing relapse. If you're a healthcare provider looking to enhance your skills in smoking cessation, this episode is packed with actionable insights that can make a real difference in your patients' lives.
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