C. Scott McMillin | Recovery SI

The Politics of Painkillers

It’s hard to believe any American physician is unaware of the epidemic, but it appears that many have taken the position that it’s not their problem.

Perhaps 20% of users will experience withdrawal– evidence of their dependence on the drug– regardless of whether they have other symptoms.

There’s a lag between the onset of an addictive disorder and arrival in treatment.

Posted by C. Scott McMillin | Jun 20, 2016 | In the News | 1 |

It’s no accident (physicians) choose this often challenging work, and it genuinely bothers them when they can’t relieve a patient’s discomfort.

Posted by C. Scott McMillin | Jun 16, 2016 | In the News | 0 |

As tired or sleep-deprived or in pain as he might have been that night, if he hadn’t taken the drugs, would he still be alive?