Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
261: Unearthing America's Opioid Crisis with Dr. Arun Gupta
261: Unearthing America's Opioid Crisis with Dr. Arun Gupta
261: Unearthing America's Opioid Crisis with Dr. Arun Gupta
Monday 27th November 2023
Dr. Arun Gupta tackles America's opioid crisis, revealing systemic hurdles and advocating for change in addiction treatment.
36 minutes
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Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Effective medications exist but are underutilised due to systemic barriers.
- Regulations and stigma deter doctors from practising addiction medicine.
- Improving access to care can reduce diversion and misuse of medication.
- Education is crucial to combat stigma and improve treatment protocols.
- Empathy and understanding are essential in treating addiction patients.
"Our job is to save lives and provide the care. It's not our job to judge them", says Dr. Gupta.
In this thought-provoking episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind welcomes Dr. Arun Gupta, a seasoned primary care physician and addiction specialist, to discuss America's opioid crisis. Dr. Gupta, who has been in the trenches of addiction treatment for over 15 years, shares his unique perspective on the systemic issues that hinder effective treatment for addiction. With a wealth of experience from his roles as a jail physician and emergency room doctor, Dr.
Gupta sheds light on the barriers created by regulations and stigma that prevent access to life-saving medication like Suboxone. Dr. Gupta argues passionately that the criminalisation of addiction treatment has led to unnecessary suffering and death, despite the availability of effective medications. He highlights how bureaucratic hurdles deter many doctors from engaging in addiction medicine, leaving millions without access to necessary care.
His insights into the flawed system are both eye-opening and alarming, as he calls for a shift from harm reduction policies to comprehensive treatment approaches. The conversation touches on the importance of education for medical professionals and policymakers to combat stigma and improve addiction treatment protocols. Dr. Gupta's advocacy for change is driven by his desire to save lives and restore dignity to those affected by addiction.
As he explains, treating addiction requires empathy, understanding, and a commitment to supporting patients without judgment. If you're curious about the challenges and solutions in addressing the opioid crisis, this episode offers a candid look at what needs to change. Dr. Gupta's dedication to his patients and his fight for better treatment options make this discussion a must-listen for anyone interested in addiction recovery.