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Date of Award
Spring 2023
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Lisa Akselrad PA-C
Second Advisor
Stephanie Pillai PA-C
Abstract
The prevalence of opioid use disorder (OUD) in the United States has drastically increased since the COVID-19 pandemic. Overdose deaths involving opioids increased by more than 50% from the year 2019 to 20211. OUD is considered chronic condition and as is the case with many other chronic conditions, can be treated and requires lifetime care. This makes OUD patients excellent candidates to be managed by primary care providers (PCPs).
Recommended Citation
Jeffries, Carolyn, "Management of Opioid Use Disorder in Primary Care" (2023). Capstone Showcase. 77.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2023/pa/77
Management of Opioid Use Disorder in Primary Care
The prevalence of opioid use disorder (OUD) in the United States has drastically increased since the COVID-19 pandemic. Overdose deaths involving opioids increased by more than 50% from the year 2019 to 20211. OUD is considered chronic condition and as is the case with many other chronic conditions, can be treated and requires lifetime care. This makes OUD patients excellent candidates to be managed by primary care providers (PCPs).