Part Two - Recovery and Treatment During COVID19 with Dr. Jeff BaxterPart Two - Recovery and Treatment During COVID19 with Dr. Jeff Baxter
Airing Addiction
Dr. Jeff Baxter discusses innovative addiction treatments during COVID-19 with hosts Lisa Blanchard and Cathy Collins.
47:11•9 Feb 2021
Innovative Addiction Treatments During COVID-19: Insights from Dr. Jeff Baxter
“It's very mission driven to create these new programs, to open them up, to face the political challenges and be really committed to meeting addiction, treatment needs, kind of wherever they sit.”
How did addiction treatment evolve during the pandemic? In this episode of 'Airing Addiction', hosts Lisa Blanchard and Cathy Collins sit down with Dr. Jeff Baxter, Chief Medical Officer at Spectrum Health Systems, to discuss the transformative changes and breakthroughs that have occurred. Dr. Baxter shares how rapid access to buprenorphine has revolutionized treatment for opioid and alcohol use disorders, making it easier for individuals to start their recovery journey without delay.
The conversation also touches on breaking down the stigma surrounding addiction by offering same-day access to treatment and ensuring continuity of care from inpatient to outpatient settings. Notably, Spectrum Health Systems has even extended their programs into the State Department of Corrections, ensuring that those incarcerated receive uninterrupted treatment. Dr. Baxter's mission-driven approach and innovative strategies highlight the significant strides being made in Massachusetts to make addiction treatment more accessible and effective.
Tune in to hear about these inspiring advancements and the ongoing efforts to support those in need during challenging times.
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