Episode 73 - How to handle the polysubstance use patientEpisode 73 - How to handle the polysubstance use patient
Addiction Medicine Made Easy
Dr. Casey Grover and Dr. Lee Goldman explore how to treat patients using multiple substances in this insightful episode.
48:53•1 Apr 2024
Polysubstance Use: A Deep Dive with Dr. Lee Goldman
Episode Overview
- Dr. Casey Grover interviews Dr. Lee Goldman on treating patients with polysubstance use
- Discussion on challenges of treating addiction in Emergency Medicine and Acute Care
- Insights into developing tailored treatment plans for patients with addiction
- Exploration of evolving trends in addiction medicine and substance use disorders
- Consideration of behavioural addictions like social media addiction and gambling
“I think we just have to keep an open mind because it's going to continue to evolve. It'll continue to throw us curveballs...we have to continue to evolve with it and learn from our patients and learn from our staff.”
Imagine walking into the emergency room and facing a patient who's juggling nicotine, cannabis, alcohol, and methamphetamine. Where do you even start? In this episode, Dr. Casey Grover sits down with Dr. Lee Goldman, a seasoned expert in Addiction Medicine, to untangle the complexities of treating patients who use multiple substances. They dive into real-world scenarios and discuss whether it's best to tackle one substance at a time or go cold turkey on everything.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the medical field looking to understand the nuanced approaches required for effective treatment. With practical advice and expert insights, Dr. Grover and Dr. Goldman offer a roadmap for navigating the tricky terrain of polysubstance use.
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