Dr. Gary Stoner, a leading expert on opioid use disorder, recently appeared on the "Taking Healthcare by Storm" podcast with Dr. Jean Storm, where he discussed the pivotal role of physicians in treating opioid use disorder and emphasized the value of patient mentorship in achieving positive outcomes. During the discussion, Dr. Stoner provided valuable insights into the evolution of MOUD (Medications for Opioid Use Disorder) prescribing in West Virginia and Pennsylvania, as well as the impact of the 2016 CDC guideline for opioid prescribing and the challenges related to access to MOUD. Additionally, Dr. Stoner highlighted the growing significance of telemedicine in OUD treatment and emphasized the critical importance of increasing access to MOUD for improving healthcare in the United States.
