Health Professionals in Recovery

Sean Fogler and William Kinkle
Health Professionals in Recovery Podcast

The Health Professionals in Recovery show is a podcast designed for healthcare practitioners interested in or caring for patients with substance use disorder, those in recovery from addiction and harm reduction.

Episodes

  1. Episode 8: The Untapped Resource: Family with Patrick Doyle

    09/01/2020

    Episode 8: The Untapped Resource: Family with Patrick Doyle

    Episode 8: The Untapped Resource: Family with Patrick Doyle Join our hosts as we chat with our good friend Patrick Doyle from Family Addiction Coaching as we discuss the role of the family in a person's recovery. Often the family is excluded from treatment and viewed either as "co-dependent" or "enabling" therefore, seen as a liability. However, many health professionals who struggle with substance use have deep seeded relationships with their families, spouses and children. How do we begin to change the culture and see the family as a critical element to long term recovery? Listen as we discuss about the most ignored, but valuable resource a person brings. About Patrick Doyle: Patrick Doyle has been working with both Families and Individuals suffering from substance use disorders, depression, and other behavioral health issues for thirty years. He earned a Masters of Social Work degree in 1986 from Boston College, and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts. Patrick follows the NASW Code Of Ethics. Patrick is a qualified Substance Abuse Professional according to U.S. D.O.T. regulations. In addition to working as a senior clinician at employee assistance programs, Patrick has provided coaching in his independent practice. Patrick served for several years as Substance Misuse Consultant for The Boston Red Sox organization. Contact Patrick: You can follow Patrick on Twitter @PatrickDoyle_35. https://familyaddictioncoach.com Family Addiction Coaching with Patrick Doyle podcast: https://familyaddictioncoach.com/podcast/ Follow Health Professionals in Recovery at @HPIRPodcast Find us on the web at: www.healthprosinrecovery.com

    1h 30m
  2. Episode 4: Power to the People: Policy

    04/07/2019

    Episode 4: Power to the People: Policy

    This episode we welcome Andrew Kessler to the show to discuss an important aspect of recovery and one that is often forgotten, policy. Andrew D. Kessler, JD, is founder and principal of Slingshot Solutions LLC, a consulting firm that specializes in behavioral health policy. His clients, past and present, include the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC), the California Consortium of Addiction Programs & Professionals (CCAPP), and Faces and Voices of Recovery. With 20 years of policy experience- and over a decade in behavioral health- Kessler is a fixture in circles that advocate for substance abuse treatment, prevention, and research. He collaborates frequently with congressional offices, the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and other federal actors. Kessler has written legislation and report language adopted by both the House and Senate Appropriations Committees, and has presented orally before such bodies as the Scientific Management Review Board, the National Conference on Addictive Disorders, and the College on Problems of Drug Dependence. He received his Bachelor of Arts in 1993 from Washington University in St. Louis. In 1999, he graduated from American University’s Washington College of Law, where he received multiple awards and recognition for his legal analysis and moot court arguments. He lives in Fairfax, Virginia, with his wife and two children. Andrew can be reached at: www.slingshotsolutions.net Twitter: @slingshotDC

    1h 11m
  3. Episode 3: Hold on to That Last Glimmer of Hope. Rachel Shuster.

    06/06/2019

    Episode 3: Hold on to That Last Glimmer of Hope. Rachel Shuster.

    We welcome Rachel Shuster to the show for episode 3. Rachel shares with us her story of addiction, recovery, and life now as a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse serving patients struggling with the same disorder she has overcome. Rachel leaves us with some serious hope and encouragement. About Rachel: Rachel Shuster is a registered nurse and a person in recovery from a substance use disorder. As a high-achieving high schooler and college student, she never imagined that she, like many, would fall victim to the destruction of mind- and mood-altering substances. Following what some may consider a relatively short period of substance use, she has since found her individualized path to sustained recovery and now works as a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN), helping people in the Greater Pittsburgh Area in reaching their recovery goals as well, particularly those with an opioid use disorder. Recognizing that secrets die in the light, she is passionate about sharing her story, but is also interested in advocacy, evidence-based practice, harm reduction, and policy change within the addictions field. Rachel graduated from Waynesburg University in 2012 with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Upon graduation, Rachel worked in critical care for over 4 years prior to her switching specialties to addictions nursing following her personal journey through addiction to recovery. Since, she has attained her certification in addictions nursing and has spoken at various nursing schools as well as a high school in the Pittsburgh area. Twitter: @mynameisrachel

    54 min
  4. Episode 2: The Two Things You Don't Want to Have as a Doctor.

    23/05/2019

    Episode 2: The Two Things You Don't Want to Have as a Doctor.

    “There are two things you don’t want to have as a doctor – addiction or mental illness,” he said. “You become ostracized. People don’t line up saying, ‘I hear you’re sick, I want to help.’ As my girlfriend says, there are no casseroles.” Luther Philaya, MD. Our first guest on Health Professionals in Recovery is Dr. Luther Philaya. Dr. Philaya is a board certified family physician who has also practiced emergency medicine, and is in long term recovery from a substance use disorder. ( 10/11/2012). He describes his journey as a voyage unlike any other, filled with loss, discovery and survival, ultimately leading to resilience and a renewed passion for his fellow human beings, including his patients. He balances the science and art of medicine but truly loves the art. He has recently launched a new practice that aims to deliver primary care for persons in recovery; It’s a practice where recovery is celebrated, there’s no stigma, and patients are supported and lifted up. From abstinence to harm reduction, every individual and every path is supported. Each individuals health and wellness is a priority. I read many testimonials which are amazing. Dr. Philaya has written extensively on his recovery journey and the challenges healthcare professionals face when they struggle with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and legal challenges. He has volunteered with the Salvation Army and works with other professionals who struggle. Our interview with Luther touches on every aspect of being a health professional who struggles with substance use, including the steep climb to enter recovery, which seems to be missing a plateau. Sit back, get a cup of coffee, and enjoy our interview with our friend, Luther Philaya. Dr. Philaya can be reached at: https://drluthermd.com/ Follow him on twitter @luther_philaya Dr. Philaya's writings https://www.kevinmd.com/blog/post-author/luther-philaya https://drluthermd.com/category/in-the-news/

    1h 16m

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