Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
Casey Grover, MD, FACEP, FASAM
These Shots Save Lives - Using Long Acting Injectable Meds for Addiction
These Shots Save Lives - Using Long Acting Injectable Meds for Addiction
These Shots Save Lives - Using Long Acting Injectable Meds for Addiction
Monday 5th May 2025
Explore how long-acting injectable meds are transforming addiction recovery with insights from Drs. Grover and Giles.
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Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
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Episode Overview
- Long-acting injectables are tools, not magic solutions.
- Addiction impairs decision-making abilities.
- Recovery involves building new habits and neural pathways.
- Relapse can be part of the learning process.
- Medications like Sublocade offer stability in early recovery.
"Addiction is like learning to ride a bike - once learned, never forgotten."
In the compelling episode of 'Addiction Medicine Made Easy', Dr. Casey Grover chats with fellow addiction medicine physician, Dr. Jason Giles, to discuss the revolutionary role of long-acting injectable medications in addiction treatment. With a touch of humour and a heap of wisdom, Dr. Giles shares his personal journey from anaesthesiology to addiction medicine, sparked by his own battle with fentanyl dependency.
This candid conversation sheds light on addiction as a disorder of executive functioning, likening it to learning to ride a bike - once learned, never forgotten. Dr. Giles brings a fresh perspective, suggesting that recovery is about building new neural pathways and habits, much like mastering a new dance routine. They dive into the nitty-gritty of using medications like Sublocade and Brixadi, explaining their role as both a safety net and a stepping stone in recovery.
For those worried about the complexities of medication management, this episode provides clarity and hope. The episode doesn't shy away from the tough topics either. It touches on the often misunderstood concept of addiction being a lifelong learning process, where relapse is not a failure but part of the journey. Through engaging anecdotes and practical advice, Dr. Giles and Dr. Grover offer listeners a deeper understanding of how to support loved ones battling addiction.
If you're curious about how modern medicine is tackling addiction or simply want to hear an inspiring story of transformation, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how these doctors are changing lives one injection at a time.