Recovery Is... Video Series

This video series features conversations with professionals in the field of Addiction Medicine and people with lived experience in recovery from substance use disorders. These interviews provide insight into the disease of addiction, educate about treatment options, and reduce stigma associated with substance use.

Recovery Is . . . Levels of Care

Posted September 17, 2024

"Levels of Care" with guest Kenlo McGowan, Program Supervisor at Stepping Stones at Meadville Medical Center. Discussion of substance use treatment, prevention and recovery services. Supported by a grant from HRSA of the US Dept. of HHS.

Recovery Is . . . Mental Health Peer Support

Posted September 17, 2024

"Mental Health Peer Support" with guest KP Parham, Lead Recovery Services Coordinator at UPMC Western Psychiatric. Discussion of substance use treatment, prevention and recovery services. Supported by a grant from HRSA of the US Dept. of HHS.

Recovery Is... Peer Support and Advocacy

Posted May 01, 2024

Sean Jones, Senior Peer Specialist with UPMC Chautauqua joins the conversation to discuss peer support in substance use treatment, the importance of advocacy, and the many paths to recovery.

Recovery Is ...Being Part of the Change

Posted October 03, 2023

Join us for a discussion guest Brittany Salerno, Harm Reduction Advocate discussing substance use treatment, prevention and recovery services.

Recovery Is… Amanda

Posted March 17, 2023

Discussion of substance use treatment, prevention and recovery support services. Supported by a grant from Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the US Dept. of Health and Human Services (HHS).

Recovery Is… Dr. Michael Lynch

Posted March 17, 2023

Dr. Michael Lynch, Medical Director of the Pittsburgh Poison Center, shares his experience in Emergency Medicine relating to evidence-based substance use treatment, overdose prevention and recovery support services. Supported by a grant with the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (HRSA).