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Navigating MOUD in the Digital Age: Core Medical Clinic's Expert Guidance in Sacramento

Article explores MOUD and addiction treatments amidst digital misinformation and trends.

November 20, 2023

C.O.R.E. Medical Clinic Team

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In the bustling city of Sacramento, California, Core Medical Clinic stands as a guiding light for those navigating the complex world of Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), especially in an era where online misinformation is rampant. Inspired by the insightful perspectives on MOUD in the digital age, our clinic is dedicated to offering clear, reliable guidance in addiction treatment.

Understanding MOUD Amidst Digital Misinformation

The digital world, particularly social media, is awash with conflicting information about addiction treatment. From rapid detox to Kratom and psychedelics, the internet is filled with unverified claims and treatments. Core Medical Clinic in Sacramento understands these challenges and is committed to providing accurate and scientifically-backed information to our patients and their families.

The Risk of Unregulated Online Treatments

Our experts emphasize the danger of unregulated products available online, often lacking in quality control and potentially containing addictive or harmful substances. We guide our patients through the maze of online misinformation, focusing on safe, accredited treatment methods.

The Promise of Accredited MOUD Programs

At Core Medical Clinic, we take pride in our adherence to the highest standards of addiction medicine. All our MOUD programs are accredited, ensuring the best treatment for our patients. We are part of a recognized specialty in addiction medicine, equivalent to other medical fields like Cardiology and Pediatrics.

Innovative Treatments and Ongoing Research

While innovative treatments like psychedelics and TMS are under study, Core Medical Clinic remains at the forefront of these developments, keeping an open mind to their potential roles in addiction treatment. Our focus remains on proven methods, but we are always exploring new possibilities to enhance recovery outcomes.

Your Trusted Partner in Addiction Recovery

If you're seeking reliable and effective opioid addiction treatment in Sacramento, Core Medical Clinic is your trusted partner. Our team of experts is dedicated to guiding you through your recovery journey with the most up-to-date and proven treatment methods.

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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