Bonus Episode: An Interview with Harry Nelson of Nelson HardimanBonus Episode: An Interview with Harry Nelson of Nelson Hardiman
The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast
We are so pleased to introduce our very first bonus episode with an incredible guest! Harry Nelson is the founder of Nelson Hardiman, LLP, the largest healthcare and life sciences specialty law firm in Los Angeles. Harry is the author of The United States of Opioids: A Prescription for Liberating a Nation in Pain, published by Forbes in March 2019, which received critical praise for changing the crisis-related conversation from spectacle to solutions. The book grew out of Harry’s work in opioid overdose and other crisis response in behavioral health. In 2017, Harry co-authored From ObamaCare to TrumpCare: Why You Should Care, an exploration of U.S. health policy past, present, and future aimed at moving beyond rhetoric and hand-wringing to bipartisan dialogue. Like his books, Harry’s work as an advisor straddles the intersection of healthcare transformation and regulatory compliance with a focus on practical solutions to emerging problems from digital and behavioral health to cannabis and biologic products. Harry serves as chair of the Behavioral Health Association of Providers, an education and advocacy organization that works to advance standards and develop tools to address industry challenges. His leadership has been recognized, among other distinctions, by Behavioral Health Network Resources’ 2018 Addiction Advocacy Award.
47:49•18 Jul 2019
Harry Nelson: Shaping Healthcare and Tackling the Opioid Crisis
“We have to talk about what we're putting out there as solutions for people.”
Ever wondered how the healthcare industry can better address the opioid epidemic? In this special bonus episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', host Ashley Loeb Blassingame sits down with Harry Nelson, founder of Nelson Hardiman, LLP, the largest healthcare and life sciences law firm in Los Angeles.
Harry is not just a legal expert; he's also the author of 'The United States of Opioids: A Prescription for Liberating a Nation in Pain', a book that has shifted conversations from crisis to solutions. Harry dives into his journey and shares his unique perspective on healthcare transformation, regulatory compliance, and practical solutions to emerging problems in digital and behavioral health.
He discusses the importance of addressing underlying issues in addiction recovery and emphasizes the need for more open conversations about addiction and the human condition. One of the highlights of the episode is Harry's take on telehealth and its potential to revolutionize addiction treatment. He also touches on the challenges within the healthcare system, the necessity for clear regulations in addiction treatment marketing, and even offers his thoughts on parenting in today's world.
This episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in healthcare, addiction recovery, or simply looking for inspiration on how to make meaningful changes in their lives. Tune in to hear Harry Nelson's compelling stories and practical wisdom.

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