Clinical leaders and providers' perspectives on delivering medications for the treatment of opioid use disorder in Veteran Affairs' facilities.
Eric J HawkinsAnissa N DannerCarol A MalteBrittany E BlanchardEmily C WilliamsHildi J HagedornAdam J GordonKaren DrexlerJennifer L BurdenJennifer KnoeppelAline LottGeorge G SayreAmanda M MidboeAndrew J SaxonPublished in: Addiction science & clinical practice (2021)
Although perceptions about MOUD generally were positive, targeted education and planning strategies did not improve providers' and clinical leaders' perceptions of MOUD over time. Strategies that improve leaders' prioritization and support of MOUD and address time constraints related to delivering MOUD may increase access to MOUD in non-substance use treatment clinics.