Case Conference: Alcohol Use Disorder in One of Our Own- Challenges of Treatment Engagement in a Resident Physician-Alcohol Use Disorder in One of Our Own- Challenges of Treatment Engagement in a Resident Physician

Alcohol Use Disorder in One of Our Own- Challenges of Treatment Engagement in a Resident Physician

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The case conference focused on Alcohol Use Disorder in a physician and the challenges of treatment engagement. The case was presented by Dr. Arun Prasad and discussed by a panel of experts. The case involved a 27-year-old single woman who was referred for addiction treatment by the state physician health program for the treatment of alcohol use disorder. She had been found intoxicated in a call room and removed from all work duty. After completing inpatient treatment, including detox, she was required to engage in further outpatient treatment. However, her treatment progress was complicated by factors such as a strict and rigid upbringing, pressure from her parents, a history of assault, and burnout in her medical training. The panel discussed the importance of a comprehensive and holistic approach to treatment, including the role of 12-step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous, the importance of preventing burnout and promoting wellness, and the need for adequate resources and support for physicians seeking treatment. The panel also highlighted the need to address the stigma and barriers to treatment that exist in the medical profession and called for increased awareness and support for physicians with substance use disorders. Overall, the case conference shed light on the unique challenges faced by physicians with alcohol use disorder and the importance of comprehensive and tailored treatment approaches.

Keywords

Alcohol Use Disorder

physician

treatment engagement

inpatient treatment

outpatient treatment

burnout in medical training

comprehensive treatment

12-step programs

adequate resources

stigma and barriers to treatment

tailored treatment approaches

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