Medication-Assisted Recovery | Pharmaceutical Innovations in Addiction RecoveryMedication-Assisted Recovery | Pharmaceutical Innovations in Addiction Recovery
Recovery Matters! Podcast
In this episode of the Recovery Matters Podcast, host Phil welcomes Ahmed Abdel Aziz from Indivior, a global pharmaceutical company focused on addiction medicine. Ahmed introduces himself and discusses his passion for public health and addiction treatment. He highlights Indivior's commitment to transforming lives affected by substance use disorders, emphasizing the need to treat addiction as a disease, not a moral failing. Ahmed shares insights into common misconceptions about medication-assisted recovery and explains the importance of patient-centric and culturally competent care. They explore the evolving landscape of addiction recovery, including the potential of psychedelics and the principles of harm reduction. Ahmed also reflects on his personal journey and motivations for working in this field, rooted in early exposure to the pharmaceutical industry and personal experiences with friends affected by addiction. The conversation delves into broader societal perspectives on healthcare and the evolving role of big pharma in addressing public health challenges. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:19 Ahmed Abdel Aziz's Background and Indivior's Mission 01:33 Common Medications and Misconceptions 03:51 Ahmed's Personal Journey into Addiction Medicine 06:46 Family and Future Generations 08:46 Shifts in Addiction and Recovery Perspectives 12:37 Multiple Pathways to Recovery 22:10 Hot Topics: Psychedelics and Harm Reduction 29:27 Big Pharma and Population Health 36:41 Spirituality and Recovery Coaching 43:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
44:11•13 Aug 2024
Transforming Addiction Recovery: A Conversation with Ahmed Abdel Aziz
Episode Overview
- Addiction should be treated as a disease, not a moral failing.
- Medication-assisted recovery involves more than just replacing one drug with another.
- Patient-centric and culturally competent care are crucial for effective treatment.
- Pharmaceutical innovations like buprenorphine and overdose reversal drugs support recovery.
- Exploring new frontiers such as psychedelics can offer additional pathways to recovery.
“"Addiction is a disease, not a moral failing"”
In this episode of the Recovery Matters! Podcast, host Phil sits down with Ahmed Abdel Aziz from Indivior, a global pharmaceutical company dedicated to addiction medicine. Ahmed shares his journey into public health and addiction treatment, highlighting Indivior's mission to transform lives affected by substance use disorders. He passionately discusses the importance of viewing addiction as a disease rather than a moral failing and emphasises the need for patient-centric and culturally competent care.
The conversation also tackles common misconceptions about medication-assisted recovery, particularly the idea that it's merely replacing one drug with another. Ahmed explains how medications like buprenorphine and overdose reversal drugs play crucial roles in supporting recovery. They delve into the evolving landscape of addiction treatment, touching on the potential of psychedelics and harm reduction principles.
Ahmed's insights offer a fresh perspective on how pharmaceutical innovations can support recovery journeys, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of medicine and addiction recovery.
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