Our work
Our impact
The Grayken Center is a national leader in clinical care, research, policy, and advocacy related to substance use disorders. Our programs, most of which are based on best practices developed at BMC, serve patients from birth through geriatric care in over approximately 2,500 patient visits per month. In addition, our researchers publish approximately 100 papers annually, helping to build the future of addiction medicine.
Stories of recovery at Grayken
Stigma is most often the primary reason why people don't receive the addiction treatment they need. Grayken hopes to bring addiction out of the shadows by telling the stories of recovery and the research that goes behind what we do.
Recovery Month in review
In September, BMC celebrated Recovery Month, which remembers the lives lost to substance use disorder and shines a spotlight on the fact that recovery is possible. Check out a recap of the month, where patients and employees from the Grayken Center were joined by BMC colleagues, community organizations, and government representatives to honor and support people with substance use disorders and their loved ones.
Beyond the Evidence podcast
Episode 5 of “Behind the Evidence,” the Grayken Center for Addiction’s new podcast, is now available! Hosts Honora Englander, MD and Marc Larochelle, MD interview Sumeet Singh-Tan, DO on her recent publication examining the association between addiction consult service consultations and provision of medications for alcohol use disorder.
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Alcohol, Other Drugs, and Health: Current Evidence
The Latest
Addressing Social Determinants of Health Is Critical In Curbing Opioid Overdose Deaths, Study Finds
New research from BMC shows a 21% reduction in overdose deaths in communities that address social needs as a part of post-overdose outreach programs.
BMC Is Developing New Anti-Racism Addiction Treatment, Research, and Policy
After a research project engaging people with lived experience of SUD, BMC has findings on making addiction treatment better for Black patients.
What Is Harm Reduction?
An expert and advocate for harm reduction talks about how she meets patients where they are with treatment options, resources, and hope for tomorrow.
Finding Joy in Food: How Cooking With Others Can Bolster Recovery
BMC's Cooking for Recovery Program addresses nutrition, body image issues, and food access while providing space to make a home-cooked meal.
Helping Healthcare Providers Process Grief After Overdose Deaths
Losing patients to overdose can present special grief challenges for healthcare providers. Peer and employer support can help.
New Research Finds Strong Association Between Psychostimulant Prescriptions and Fatal Overdoses
These findings raise a need for reforming harm reduction education to include information about stimulant use.
How Can We Make Addiction Care More Appealing and Effective for Black Patients?
The team at BMC's Grayken Center for Addiction is undertaking a major project to answer this question by learning from Black community members.
Offering Addiction Medication to Incarcerated People Reduces Overdose Deaths
People with addiction make up a large percentage of incarcerated people. Effectively treating this population is key to curbing overdose deaths.
Busting 4 Myths About Supporting a Family Member in Addiction Recovery
Concepts like "tough love" and "codependency" are among many myths around family support that can hinder a loved one's recovery from addiction.
Communities That Implement Post-Overdose Outreach Programs Have Fewer Opioid Overdose Deaths
Non-fatal opioid overdose is a leading risk for overdose death. Post-overdose outreach programs offer an opportunity to connect to help.
Rapid ACCESS Is Filling the Gaps for Patients With Addiction
The program's recovery coaches meet patients where they are and help them navigate services to suit their individual needs.
Community Is Critical in Stemming the Opioid Overdose Crisis
"It's frustrating… we have the tools to be able to offer people what they need but…we have systems that are restricting the…care that people deserve."
Call Our Hotline
To get an appointment or talk with someone about addiction services at Boston Medical Center, call 617.638.5500. Or click here to learn more about our programs.