Resources
Resources
Why you might need higher doses of buprenorphine - and how to use them safely
Prescriber, Nurse
Why you might need higher doses of buprenorphine - and how to use them safely
In today’s fentanyl-dominated drug supply, historical buprenorphine doses may not be enough. Dr. Tom Robey, Emergency and Street Medicine Physician, explains why higher doses are safe and gives practical dosing guidance.
When should clinicians consider methadone for opioid use disorder?
Prescriber, Nurse
When should clinicians consider methadone for opioid use disorder?
While methadone often carries stigma, it can be the best treatment option for certain patients. Dr. Tom Robey, Emergency and Street Medicine Physician, explains when methadone is the right choice, how it differs from buprenorphine, and key factors for starting it safely.
How to treat precipitated withdrawal - buprenorphine doses and adjunct medications
Prescriber, Nurse
How to treat precipitated withdrawal - buprenorphine doses and adjunct medications
Precipitated withdrawal is not a buprenorphine failure — it’s a signal to adjust doses and provide personalized care. Dr. Tom Robey, Emergency and Street Medicine Physician, explains the science behind precipitated withdrawal, how buprenorphine can both cause and prevent it, and practical dosing strategies.
MOUD in the ED
Prescriber, Administrator, Nurse, Support staff
MOUD in the ED
Self-compassion, recovery, and positive change
Patient, Nurse, Support staff
Self-compassion, recovery, and positive change
Risks of the unregulated drug supply
Patient, Nurse, Support staff
Risks of the unregulated drug supply
Discharge is a high-risk time for opioid patients - what clinicians can do
Prescriber, Nurse, Support staff, Administrator
Discharge is a high-risk time for opioid patients - what clinicians can do
Patients with opioid use disorder are at high risk of overdosing immediately following hospital discharge. Dr. Tom Robey, Emergency and Street Medicine Physician, shares practical strategies to reduce risk while patients are still in your care.
Starting buprenorphine treatment
Prescriber, Nurse, EMS
Starting buprenorphine treatment
A quick guide to how buprenorphine works, when to start treatment, and how to avoid precipitated withdrawal.
Testimonial - Keith Sharp, Captain
EMS, Administrator, Prescriber
Testimonial - Keith Sharp, Captain
Fire captain Keith Sharp talks about how MOUD helps him serve his community.
