Ep. #90 - Live from the Conference - Substance Abuse In Rural Settings
From The Integrated Care Podcast by Collaborative Family Healthcare Association
November 12, 2025 · 1h 1m
About this episode
This episode discusses the integration of addiction medicine in rural primary care settings, featuring insights from experts at a conference.
Welcome to the Conference Series! This podcast offers listeners an exclusive look into the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association’s annual conference, spotlighting the integration of comprehensive addiction medicine within rural primary care settings. This presentation provides a description of the creation, implementation and treatment model of the Comprehensive Addiction Medicine program within the MaineHealth system. Many thanks to the presenters, Tammy Hand, LCSW, Alyson Poland, LCSW and Stacey Ouellette, LCSW. Join us as we share real-world experiences, challenges, and success stories from the front lines of rural healthcare. Whether you’re a clinician, community advocate, or simply passionate about innovative approaches to addiction care, this podcast provides valuable insights and practical strategies to inspire and inform your work. Tune in for expert perspectives and a behind-the-scenes glimpse at how rural communities are transforming addiction medicine—one patient, one practice, and one community at a time.
People in this episode
Guests: Tammy Hand, Alyson Poland, Stacey Ouellette
Topics covered
- substance abuse
- rural healthcare
- addiction medicine
- primary care
- conference insights
Keywords
- substance abuse
- rural settings
- addiction medicine
- primary care
- healthcare conference
- MaineHealth
- clinical strategies
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, MaineHealth
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