Risk Perceptions of Substance Use Recovery Disclosure in Medical School Applications: A National Sample of Physicians and Dentists - Scorecard - DentalSpire
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Risk Perceptions of Substance Use Recovery Disclosure in Medical School Applications: A National Sample of Physicians and Dentists
Clinical Scorecard: Perceptions of Risks Associated with Disclosing Substance Use Recovery in Medical School Applications: Insights from a National Survey of Physicians and Dentists
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
Key Mechanisms
Stigma affecting treatment access and provider attitudes
Target Population
Medical and dental school applicants with a history of substance use
Care Setting
Medical and dental education admissions
Key Highlights
Provider stigma is a barrier to SUD treatment access.
Stigma can lead to negative attitudes and inadequate training among healthcare providers.
Disclosure of recovery history in applications may impact admission prospects.
Fear of stigma can delay diagnosis and treatment among physicians.
Direct interactions with individuals with SUDs are effective in reducing stigma.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Assess provider stigma using validated scales like Medical Condition Regard Scales (MCRS).
Management
Encourage direct, recurrent interactions with individuals in recovery to reduce stigma.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Monitor attitudes towards SUDs among healthcare providers through surveys.
Risks
Disclosure of substance use history may be perceived as a risk in medical and dental school admissions.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Physicians and dentists with histories of substance use
Stigma may prevent healthcare providers from seeking treatment for their own SUDs.
Clinical Best Practices
Implement training programs that include interactions with individuals in recovery.
Foster an environment that reduces stigma in medical and dental education.
by Rachel Chang, Nicholas Ganek, James K. Colgrove, Margaret R. Pereyra, Carrigan L. Parish, Petra Jacobs, Viviana E. Horigian, Harold A. Pollack, Daniel J. Feaster, Lisa R. Metsch
