Healing Beyond Prescription Opioids: Natural Pain Relief with Dr. Heather Lucas

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Dr. Heather Lucas, DNP and FNP, discusses her journey in the medical field and her focus on natural pain relief. She shares her personal experience with her mother's back surgeries and the ineffectiveness of traditional pain medications, leading her to explore alternative treatments like medical cannabis. Dr. Lucas emphasizes the importance of personalized care in healthcare and staying up-to-date with advancements in the field. She advises new nurses and discusses the balance between clinical practice and entrepreneurship. Dr. Heather Lucas discusses the importance of asking for help when starting a business and the balanced approach to managing a clinic. She explains the holistic approach of Natural Relief Medical Clinic, which includes medical cannabis, shockwave therapy, red light therapy, injections, and direct primary care. The conversation then shifts to the opioid crisis, with a discussion on the different waves of the crisis and the devastating impact it has had. Resources for addiction treatment and support are shared, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing the crisis.

Takeaways

• The United States consumes a disproportionate amount of opioids compared to its population.
• Personalized care is crucial in healthcare, as different individuals respond differently to medications and treatments.
• Natural Relief Medical Clinic takes a holistic approach to patient care, offering services such as medical cannabis, shockwave therapy, and red light therapy.
• The opioid crisis has had a devastating impact, with millions of people affected and thousands dying.
• Medical cannabis can be a safer and non-addictive alternative for managing chronic pain.
• Resources for addiction treatment and support are available, including helplines, treatment locators, and crisis lines.

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