In this episode Dr. Stader and Dr. Bradley summarize and offer key insights for the following Coaches Top 5 picks, discussing the link between chronic opioid therapy and immune and endocrine function, methadone treatment for illicit fentanyl use, the surprising efficacy of ibuprofen in treating acute pain, and more!
Effects of Opioids on Immune and Endocrine Function in Patients with Cancer Pain Published in the Current Treatment Options in Oncology Journal, May 2023
Opioid Prescribing Patterns After Imposition of Setting-Specific Limits on Prescription Duration Published in JAMA, January 2024
Comparing the efficacy of intravenous morphine versus ibuprofen or the combination of ibuprofen and acetaminophen in patients with closed limb fractures: a randomized clinical trial, Published in BMC Emergency Medicine, January 2024
Increasing buprenorphine access for patients with chronic pain: a quality improvement initiative, Published in Pain Medicine, March 2024
Methadone treatment for people who use fentanyl: Recommendations, Published by Mentoring, Education, and Clinical Tools for Addiction: Partners in Health Integration (META PHI), 2021
