In this video, Dr. Nordstrom explains what buprenorphine is and how it is used to treat opioid use disorder. He describes how buprenorphine works as a partial opioid agonist, helping to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms while lowering the risk of misuse and overdose compared to full opioids.

Dr. Nordstrom also addresses common questions and misconceptions, including how buprenorphine supports stability and recovery when combined with counseling and comprehensive care. This video provides a clear, evidence-based overview to help patients, families and referral partners better understand buprenorphine and its role in medication-assisted treatment (MAT).

Dr. Benjamin Nordstrom

Dr. Benjamin Nordstrom is a board-certified addiction psychiatrist and nationally recognized expert in addiction medicine. He has led national treatment organizations, served on ASAM guideline committees, and held faculty appointments at Dartmouth College and the University of Pennsylvania.

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