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Effective Opioid Treatment in Sacramento at CORE Medical Clinic

CORE Medical Clinic in Sacramento offers compassionate opioid treatment and Narcan to save lives from fentanyl.

July 16, 2024

C.O.R.E. Medical Clinic Team

Effective Opioid Treatment in Sacramento at CORE Medical Clinic

Opioid addiction does not discriminate. It affects people from all walks of life, including celebrities and athletes. The tragic death of former major league baseball player Sean Burroughs from fentanyl intoxication highlights the deadly grip of opioids. CORE Medical Clinic in Sacramento is committed to helping individuals overcome addiction with compassion and comprehensive care.

Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, is 100 times more potent than morphine and has been a major contributor to the surge in overdose deaths. This drug can quickly lead to a fatal overdose by depressing the central nervous system and respiratory function, causing a lack of oxygen and resulting in unconsciousness, permanent brain damage, or death.

At CORE Medical Clinic, we understand that addiction is a disease, not a moral failing. We are dedicated to treating the root causes of addiction and supporting our patients through every step of their recovery journey.

Narcan (naloxone) is a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, blocking the effects of opioids, and restoring normal breathing. CORE Medical Clinic ensures Narcan is available to patients and their families, offering a critical tool in preventing overdose deaths.

Our holistic approach to opioid treatment addresses both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction:

  • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT): Combining medications like methadone or buprenorphine with counseling and behavioral therapies to provide a "whole-patient" approach to treatment.
  • Counseling Services: Offering individual and group therapy sessions to help patients develop coping strategies and build support networks.
  • Support Groups: Facilitating peer support groups where patients can share their experiences and encourage each other in their recovery journey.
  • Educational Programs: Providing education about the risks of opioid use and the importance of adhering to prescribed treatment plans.
  • Experienced Professionals: Our team consists of highly trained medical and counseling professionals dedicated to providing compassionate care.
  • Personalized Care Plans: We create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs and circumstances.
  • Supportive Environment: Our facilities provide a safe and supportive environment where you can focus on your recovery journey.

The success stories of our patients are a testament to the effectiveness of our programs. Individuals who once struggled with opioid addiction have found hope and a path to recovery through our comprehensive services.

If you or a loved one is battling opioid addiction in Sacramento, don’t wait to seek help. Contact CORE Medical Clinic today to learn more about our services and start your journey to recovery. Together, we can overcome the opioid crisis and build a healthier, stronger community.

Educational content from Core Medical Clinic. This article does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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Initially, an intake assessment and admission medical history and exam is completed by counseling and medical staff. Treatment options are discussed and a course of action taken. Medication recommendations are made and initated to balance safety and benefit as much as possible. It is very important to let counseling, dispensing and medical staff know how the medication is working or not so appropriate adjustments can be made.

At C.O.R.E., we strive to individualize treatment and maximize success. There is no time pressure. Some do well with short term treatment while others benefit from long term treatment. We know relapse is common and can have disasterous results. We work hard to treat each patient as long as is required to achieve long term success.

First we work closely with the individual to achieve a “normalizing’ dose of medication to alleviate withdrawal and craving while minimizing side effects. Working closely with medical, dispensing and counseling staff most often allows us to achieve this goal in the first few days to weeks.

Not necessarily. C.O.R.E. Medical Clinic serves patients in Sacramento, West Sacramento, and surrounding areas. People often choose a clinic based on accessibility, treatment needs, and location.

C.O.R.E. Medical Clinic accepts several health insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, MHN, Anthem, Medicare, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Optum, Blue Shield of California, Magellan Health, and Western Health Advantage.

As most patients entering treatment know, opioid withdrawal is awful and inevitably leads to continued use. We are sensitive to how terrible the craving, restlessness, anxiety, bone aches, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, sweating, etc. can be. If alcohol, benzodiazepines, stimulants, or other drugs are involved withdrawal can be medically dangerous and require residential or coordinated medical care. Opioid withdrawal can be greatly reduced or eliminated by the early doses provided but again frequent contact with treatment staff for medication adjustments is very important.

The great majority of patients seeking treatment for opioid addiction can continue their normal life, including work, while they are working to find their ’normalizing’ medication dose. If residential or coordinated medical care is required, some time off may be necessary but again this will be individualized. Clinic hours are designed to accommodate the vast majority of working patients.

We work hard to educate patients about the benefits and safety of MAT. Many myths circulate about MAT such as it causing liver problems, bone problems and being harder to get off than fentanyl or heroin. These are absolutely false and will be discussed in detail with your treatment staff. Patients who receive MAT are much healthier than patients not in treatment. Learning to manage common side effects like constipation and weight gain can make patients healthier than they have ever been. All opioids are hard to get off but MAT can set up a very careful and safe detox when a patient is ready. An abrupt short term detox is not advised and can be difficult but a gradual, medically safe detox minimizes withdrawal symptoms. Supplemental safe, non addicting medications can further reduce unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.

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