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Grayken News
Information from leaders in the addiction field to help fight stigma and create awareness of current issues facing providers and patients today.
Stories
Overdose Deaths Could Increase With ‘Changing Nature’ Of Opioid Epidemic
Penn State News | February 1, 2019
In light of his study findings, Marc LaRochelle argues, ““We need policy, public health and health care delivery efforts to amplify harm reduction efforts and access to evidence-based treatment.”
Buprenorphine Optimal Treatment for Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Healio | February 1, 2019
Elisha Wachman’s study found that buprenorphine was the optimal treatment for neonatal abstinence syndrome in reducing length of stay, although more research is needed.
Limiting Opioid Prescriptions Will Do Little To Reduce Overdose Deaths, Study Says
The Boston Globe | February 1, 2019
A discussion of the implications of Marc LaRochelle’s findings that reducing opioid prescriptions will have little effect on the death rate over the next few years, now that the epidemic is dominated by heroin and illicit fentanyl.
Industry Professionals Unite to Combat the Opioid Crisis
High Profile | January 31, 2019
Lisa Kelly-Croswell and Michael Botticelli spoke at conference hosted by the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts (AGC MA), with over 170 industry professionals attending to learn about ways their company can fight the opioid epidemic.
Treating America’s Addicted Youth
U.S. News & World Report | January 28, 2019
This in-depth look at the barriers facing youth with a substance use disorder includes input from Scott Hadland
Editorial: Doctors, Pharmaceutical Companies Must Be Part Of The Fight Against Opioids
Observer-Reporter | January 27, 2019
An editorial argues that, in light of Scott Hadland’s study on the impact of pharmaceutical marketing, pharma companies must work with doctors to fight against overdoses
More Stories
Editorial: Stop allowing beliefs to get in the way of treating opioid use disorder
Medical Xpress| December 18
On Smarter Approaches to Addiction Treatment: An Interview with Michael Botticelli
WHRB Harvard Radio Broadcasting | December 2
Jail Ordered to Give Inmate Methadone for Opioid Addiction in Far-Reaching Ruling
The New York Times | November 28
'WE CAN’T AFFORD NOT TO TAKE ACTION’: LEADERS DISCUSS ECONOMIC IMPACT OF OPIOID CRISIS
NBC Boston| November 16
Florida Has Opportunities, Shortfalls In Combating Opioid Epidemic, Experts
Say Orlando Sentinel | October 23
Baker Gets Praise For Handling Opioid Crisis, But Challenges Remain
The Boston Globe | October 22, 2018
Addiction Center At Boston Medical Unveils New Tool To Help Employers Struggling In The Opioid Epidemic
WBUR | September 12, 2018
ADDICTION CENTER AT BOSTON MEDICAL UNVEILS NEW TOOL TO HELP EMPLOYERS STRUGGLING IN THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC
WBUR | September 12, 2018
Most Doctors Are Ill-Equipped to Deal With the Opioid Epidemic. Few Medical Schools Teach Addiction.
The New York Times | September 10, 2018
The Scourge of Fentanyl is More Clear in the Battle Against Opioid Use
The Boston Globe | August 25, 2018
Reducing Mortality After Overdose: Is Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder Effective?
Clinical Pain Advisor | August 16, 2018
Medication-Assisted Treatment: Tool Tackling Opioid Crisis Faces Stigma, Other Barriers
Social Work Today | August 2018
BMC's Nonpharmacologic Approach to Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Wins 2018 Gage Award
Grayken News | June 12, 2018
Boston Medical Center establishes a lifeline for parents of addicted teens, adults
The Boston Globe | June 6, 2018
Stigma associated with medication treatment for young adults with opioid use disorder: a case series
Addiction Science & Clinical Practice | May 4, 2018
Boston Medical Center Leads Study on Peer Recovery Coaches for Opioid Use Disorder
Grayken News | April 27, 2018
In N.H., Trump pledges to 'get tough' on drug crime, unveils opioid epidemic plan
The Washington Post | March 19, 2018
Innovation in Substance Use Disorder Treatment in the ED and Beyond
Grayken Center | December 5, 2017
Cuddling as the First Line of Treatment for Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Grayken Center | November 3, 2017
BMC Addiction Medicine Wins Two Awards for Clinical Care Innovation
Grayken Center | October 16, 2017
Dr. Sarah Bagley Recognized as an Emerging Leader by the Boston Business Community
Grayken Center | October 3, 2017
Videos
YOUTH.GOV: The Importance of Addressing Substance Use During Adolescence
From Youth.gov featuring Dr. Sarah Bagley, M.D. from the CATALYST Clinic
In a new TAG Talk video, Sarah Bagley, M.D., discusses adolescent substance use, addiction, and treatment. Dr. Bagley explores why adolescents and young adults use substances, what risks they face from doing so, and how early intervention can help prevent the short- and long-term risks of substance use. Her presentation also covers trends in adolescent and young adult opioid use, as well as methods of treating opioid use in adolescents. The video is available as a 30-minute presentation, or in short segments covering specific topics. Use the tools below to lead discussions and find additional resources:
- Discussion Guide for Professionals provides tips and resources for using the video in staff meetings, conference sessions, or trainings.
- Discussion Guide for Families is designed for use in school meetings, parenting classes, or community or faith-based settings.
- Additional Resources list features resources on substance use treatment and recovery
Personal Stories
BMC community members contributed 10-word stories describing how addiction and/or recovery has affected their lives.
BMC Gala 2017
Addiction is here. So is BMC.
Daring Origins: Sarah Bagley, MD
Sarah Bagley, MD's work in addiction medicine led to the creation of the groundbreaking CATALYST Clinic which is solely dedicated to adolescents and young adults struggling with substance use.
Podcasts
Michael Botticelli on Continuing to Fight the Addiction Crisis
Addiction is the most pressing public health crisis of our time. It is a chronic, medical condition that can impair health and function and is characterized by repeated use of a substance despite harmful consequences. In this segment, Michael Botticelli, one of the nation's leading addiction experts, who served as the Director of National Drug Control Policy at the White House under President Obama and is currently the Director of Boston Medical Center's newly established Grayken Center for Addiction Medicine, joins the show to discuss how policy makers, clinicians, patients and families in crisis from across the country are turning to BMC because of its expertise and leadership in caring for patients with addiction. Among the busiest, most comprehensive treatment centers for behavioral health and addiction treatment in the country, BMC has established a formal Addiction Center to help turn the tide on this national crisis.
Doctoring During the Addiction Crisis
From policy makers to clinicians to patients and families in crisis, people across the country are turning to Boston Medical Center because of its expertise and leadership in caring for patients with addiction. Among the busiest, most comprehensive treatment centers for behavioral health and addiction treatment in the country, BMC has long been an epicenter of innovation, creating replicable care models in the field, providing training to those at the front lines of the opioid crisis sweeping the nation, and conducting research. Now, BMC has established the Grayken Center for Addiction Medicine. Listen as Alexander Y. Walley, MD and Jessica Gray, MD discuss the Grayken Center for Addiction Medicine as a way to help turn the tide on this national crisis.