Addiction and ”street” medicine with Dr. Casey Grover

In this episode of the Stellar Success Podcast, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with Dr. Casey Grover, an addiction medicine specialist and emergency physician from Monterey, California. Dr. Grover shares his incredible journey from the fast-paced world of emergency medicine to becoming a leading advocate for addiction medicine. This conversation delves into his personal experiences, including battling an eating disorder, and how they shaped his unique approach to patient care.

Dr. Grover discusses the alarming rise in opioid addiction and the innovative methods his team uses to combat this epidemic in Monterey County. From alternative pain management solutions to creating fitness programs for patients in recovery, Dr. Grover emphasizes the importance of treating addiction holistically. He also provides insights into his nonprofit work, his plans for a mobile substance use team, and how street medicine plays a crucial role in reaching underserved communities.

Listeners will gain valuable takeaways on the importance of empathy in medicine, how fitness can support recovery, and the need for more out-of-the-box thinking in addiction treatment.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Dr. Grover’s shift from emergency to addiction medicine
• The opioid crisis and Monterey County’s innovative response
• Personal stories from Dr. Grover’s own struggles with an eating disorder
• Holistic and personalized approaches to addiction recovery
• Street medicine and the importance of reaching underserved populations

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