Prescription and Prejudice: Breaking the Stigma of MAT in HealthcarePrescription and Prejudice: Breaking the Stigma of MAT in Healthcare
Drug Diversion Insights with Terri Vidals
Dr. John Tanner discusses how healthcare workers can return to work while on medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
40:15•7 Feb 2024
Breaking Barriers: Medication-Assisted Treatment in Healthcare with Dr. John Tanner
Episode Overview
- Dr. John Tanner discusses the diverse pathways through which healthcare professionals enter Florida's Intervention Project for Nurses
- The significance of neurocognitive evaluations in ensuring safe reintegration of individuals on MAT into the workplace
- Insights into medication-assisted treatment and its efficacy in addressing substance use disorders
- Overview of monitoring programs and the role of psychological evaluation in determining fitness for work
- Discussion on the impact of COVID-19 on healthcare professionals and substance use disorder prevalence
“I do an annual review and I look at those urine specimens to make sure that we're seeing higher norbuprenorphine than buprenorphine. I look at the workplace supervisor reports that are also quarterly and then I also look at the psychotherapy reports that are quarterly.”
Imagine trying to return to work while managing a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) program—sounds challenging, right? Dr. John Tanner, Medical Director for Florida's Intervention Project for Nurses, joins Terri Vidals to unravel this complex issue. This episode of 'Drug Diversion Insights' dives into the nitty-gritty of how healthcare professionals can safely reintegrate into their roles while on MAT. Dr. Tanner shares invaluable insights into Florida's monitoring program, detailing how it supports healthcare workers through referrals from hospitals and licensing boards.
But it doesn't stop there; the conversation highlights the critical role of neurocognitive evaluations in ensuring a smooth transition back to the workplace. If you're a healthcare professional or know someone trying to balance work and MAT, this episode offers practical advice and expert guidance to navigate this often misunderstood journey.
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