Adam Bisaga M.D.

addiction psychiatrist and scientist

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@davidthekick There is no such a law that urine has to be opioid postivie, what is necessary is the diagnosis of Opioid use disorder, and for that active use or even physical dependence is not needed

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ICYMI Should opioid addiction be treated with medication? Dr. Adam Bisaga argues so. Listen here: https://t.co/YoA4VUt066

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On concern from caller about curing opioid addiction with other drugs as opposed to 12-step program, Dr. Bisaga says, he is not critical of recovery programs in all cases, but "...what works for opioid addiction is treatment that involves medication."

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There is a pervasive notion that opioid addiction is not a medical disorder. Plus, addiction treatment resides outside medical sphere; many treatments are non-professional. All this makes it harder for those struggling to get the help they need, says Dr. Adam Bisaga.