Drug Diversion Insights with Terri Vidals

Our guest: Michael Collins, Founder & CEO SugarAddiction.com The landscape of substance use disorders is complex and multifaceted, often extending beyond what we traditionally consider addictive substances. Today, we're expanding our usual focus on pharmaceutical diversion to explore an intriguing connection in the world of substance use disorders. Our guest is Michael Collins, Founder and CEO...

When it comes to controlled substance management in healthcare facilities, waste optimization plays a crucial role in both cost savings and diversion prevention. In this episode of Drug Diversion Insights, we dive deep into groundbreaking research on optimizing controlled substance waste with two innovative pharmacists. Tyler Cramer, an inpatient clinical pharmacist at Boone Health in Missouri, sh...

Our guest: Christie Moon JD, CHC. Moon Compliance Consulting Drug diversion in healthcare facilities remains one of the most complex challenges facing hospitals today. In our latest podcast episode, we sit down with Christie Moon, founder of Moon Compliance Consulting, LLC and an attorney specializing in healthcare compliance. With extensive experience helping facilities navigate diversion investi...

Our guest: John Burke Executive Director IHFDA Healthcare facility drug diversion affects patient safety, employee well-being, and community health. Few people understand this better than today's guest, John Burke, who has dedicated his career to combating this critical issue. As one of the founding members and current Executive Director of the International Health Facility Diversion Association (...

Our guest: Tim Reid, Business Development Director for Phamatech Labs' U-VERIFY™ In this episode, we delve into the world of forensic toxicology testing with Tim Reid, Business Development Director for Phamatech Labs' U-VERIFY™ drug testing service. Phamatech Labs is a SAMHSA and College of American Pathologists (CAP) forensically accredited laboratory specializing in forensic toxicology testing s...

Our guest: Suzanne ""Suzi"" M. Waddill-Goad, DNP, MBA, RN, CEN, CHC President, Suzanne M. Waddill-Goad & Company, Inc. Welcome to our podcast, where we explore critical issues in healthcare leadership and patient safety. Today, we're honored to have Dr. Suzanne Waddill-Goad, a licensed nurse with extensive experience in healthcare leadership, including serving as a Chief Nursing Officer. In th...

Our Guest: Amanda McKnelly, MS, LAC Midwest Health Management Services, LLC South Dakota Health Professionals Assistance Program Today, we're diving into an important topic that affects healthcare professionals across South Dakota. Our guest is Amanda McKnelly, the Program Director for South Dakota's Health Professionals Assistance Program. In this episode, we'll explore the vital work Amanda and...

Our guests: Danielle Lord, PHD Co-Founder COMPASS Michon Garemani, CHP Co-Founder COMPASS Mark Kestner, MD Senior Clinical Advisor Welcome to another episode of Drug Diversion Insights! Today, we delve into an important and often overlooked aspect of healthcare: the support mechanisms available for medical providers affected by stress and strain. We’re joined by the founders of COMPASS, an innovat...

Our Guest: Dawn Reed, DSL MBA RHIA CHC Compliance Program Manager In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Dawn Reed, Compliance Program Manager at a prominent healthcare system. Dawn, who recently earned her doctorate with a dissertation focused on drug diversion, brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to our discussion. While her current role does not oversee the drug diversion...

Welcome to today's episode of Drug Diversion Insights, where we dive into the latest innovations transforming the healthcare industry. In this episode I am joined by a visionary in the field of medication security —Michael LaFauci, the Founder and CEO of MIDAS Healthcare Solutions. In this episode, we'll be discussing MIDAS Healthcare's flagship product, the MIDAS View, a groundbreakin...

Our guests: Sheila St. Cyr, MS, RN, NPD-BC Association for Nursing Professional Development Shannon Heintz, MBA, MSN, RN Medication Diversion Prevention Coordinator, Billings Clinic Vanessa Cardenas System Drug Diversion Specialist, Scripps Healthcare Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we dive deep into the critical world of diversion prevention in healthcare settings. Today, we're t...

Our Guest: Karen KobelskiVice President & General Manager at Wolters KluwerIn this episode, we sit down with Karen Kobelski, the VP and General Manager of Wolters Kluwer, to delve into the innovative healthcare products offered by WK and their recent strategic acquisition of Invistics Flowlytics diversion software. Wolters Kluwer is renowned for providing clinical technology and evidence-based...

Our guest: Jose D. Salinas Judge at Marion Superior Court In this episode we sit down with Judge Jose Salinas of the Marion Superior Court to delve into the world of drug courts. Judge Salinas shares his insights on how drug courts operate, from the initial entry criteria to the rigorous requirements for graduation. We discuss the structured yet supportive environment these courts provide to help...

Our Guest: Meg Johnson Hall MS, RN, NEA-BC Founder of Quality Consulting In this illuminating interview, delve into the world of psychiatric medicine and controlled substance management with a seasoned nurse leader. With a wealth of experience spanning diverse settings, including ambulatory care and acute care, she offers invaluable insights into the complexities of substance diversion and monitor...

Our Guest: Patches Seely MBA, BSN, RN Healthcare Executive Registered nurse and advisor Patches Seely makes her return appearance on the podcast! Building on the insightful conversation about healthcare professional diversion in her previous interview, this episode delves deeper into the critical intersection between serious safety events and potential impairment. We explore: Parallel Processes? E...

Thanks to our sponsor, MIDAS Healthcare Solutions Learn more about V.I.E.W. Waste and Return System: https://midashs.com/products/ Our Guests: Derek Empey, RPh, MSHI Informatics, Quality, Safety, Compliance, Leadership State University of New York Upstate Medical University Alex Rodriguez MHIIM CPhT Lead Compliance Data Analyst, St. Jude Children's Hospital In the fight against medication dive...

Our guest: Patches Seely MBA, BSN, RN Healthcare Executive This episode dives into the ever-expanding world of healthcare careers with registered nurse Patches Seely. Together, we explore: The Expanding Role of Nurses: How nurses can leverage their experience to identify and address potential diversion risks. Building Collaboration: The importance of teamwork between nurse managers and pharmacy te...

Our Guests: Michael Baron, MD, MPH, DFASAM, FAPA Medical Director, Tennessee Medical Foundation - Physician's Health Program Chris Bundy, MD, MPH Executive Medical Director, Washington Physicians Health Program Linda Bresnahan Executive Director, Federation of State Physician Health Program This episode tackles the crucial issue of physician recovery and the role of Physician Health Programs (...

Our Guest: Joseph Eisele, CACIII Author and Owner of InnerBalance Health Center This episode features Joseph Eisele, owner of InnerBalance Health Center in Loveland, Colorado, and author of "Leaving Drug and Alcohol Addictions for Good, How Biochemical Restoration Radically Improves Your Chances of Recovery." Inner Balance uses a unique holistic approach to addiction treatment, combining...

Our guest: Tracy Traut, MS, LCAC Program Director, Indiana Professionals Recovery Program The tightrope walk of balancing patient well-being with healthcare worker recovery - we'll explore it today! The Indiana Professional Recovery Program, also known as the IPRP, tackles this critical challenge head-on. They have a two-pronged mission: safeguarding patients from potential risks and offering...

Our guest: Rebecca Payne, MD Medical Director, South Carolina Recovering Professional Program In the critical world of healthcare, ensuring the well-being of both patients and professionals is paramount. Today, we're joined by Dr. Rebecca Payne, Medical Director of South Carolina's Recovering Professionals Program, a vital resource dedicated to helping healthcare professionals overcome sub...

Our Guest: Brianna Graham MSN, RN, NPD-BC, ONC Diversion Prevention Specialist This is a followup podcast with Brianna Graham. We talk a bit more about the intersection of the American Disabilities Act and Substance Use Disorder. We talk about when, if ever, it may be permissible to access the medical chart of an employee and Brianna shares her personal journey of weaning off multiple pain medicat...

Our guest: Maggie Ortiz, RN, MSNCEO Advocates for Nurses Ever feel like the nursing license you worked so hard for hangs by a thread? You're not alone. Board of Nursing investigations and disciplinary actions can feel overwhelming, with due process sometimes seeming like a distant hope. In this episode, we sit down with Maggie Ortiz, the fearless leader of Advocates for Nurses, to unpack the r...

Our Guest: Brianna Graham MSN, RN, NPD-BC, ONC Diversion Prevention Specialist Today's guest is Brianna Graham, a self-taught expert on the intersection of the ADA and diversion investigations. We will navigate the complex interplay between the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and investigations into substance use disorder and potential diversion of controlled substances in healthcare set...

Our Guest: Maggie Ortiz, RN, MSN CEO Advocates for Nurses Ever feel like nursing school didn't prepare you for the real world? From medication diversion risks to navigating legal issues, there's a lot healthcare professionals may learn after navigating legal challenges. Join us as Maggie, founder of Advocates for Nurses, tackles some "hot topics" with myself, a pharmacist and div...