Addiction Practice PodAddiction Practice Pod
BC ECHO on Substance Use
'Addiction Practice Pod' offers healthcare providers practical tips for improving addiction care through expert conversations.
Episodes: 37
Addiction Practice Pod: Essential Tips for Healthcare Providers
Curious about how healthcare providers can enhance their approach to addiction and substance use care? 'Addiction Practice Pod' is your go-to resource. Hosted by Dr. Christy Sutherland and journalist David P. Ball, this podcast offers a wealth of practical advice aimed at clinicians. Each episode features in-depth conversations with experts, tackling crucial themes like trauma-informed care, racial disparities, and harm reduction strategies.
The podcast sheds light on the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities, including Indigenous peoples and people of color, and provides actionable steps for creating safe, inclusive environments for recovery. Listeners will gain insights into decriminalizing substance use, understanding cultural competency, and supporting patients with co-occurring conditions. Whether you're new to the field or looking to expand your knowledge, 'Addiction Practice Pod' delivers valuable, compassionate guidance to improve patient outcomes.
Latest Episodes
Inquiring about alcohol use in clinical practice
Healthcare providers hear from a councillor in long‑term recovery and an addiction physician about asking patients about alcohol use with less stigma and more clarity. The conversation outlines simpl…
Managing benzodiazepines in primary care
Health care providers and a patient-expert share clinical and lived experiences of managing benzodiazepines in primary care, focusing on slow tapers and shared decision-making. The conversation highl…
Connection and collaboration for substance use care
David P. Ball discusses with Heather Edward and Chelsea Tetrault the importance of interdisciplinary teams in substance use care, focusing on client autonomy and collaboration.
Respectful engagement in substance use care
Chad Ellsworth and Dr. Jacob Sussman discuss the importance of respectful engagement in substance use care, highlighting empathy, trust-building, and peer support.

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