CMEssentials IM/FM 201 Episode 7: Alcohol Use Disorder

Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is one of the most prevalent and challenging conditions in internal and family medicine. In this episode of CMEssentials IM/FM 201, Dr. Heather Fainstad and Dr. Michael Foo explore the clinical approach to identifying, treating, and supporting recovery in patients with AUD.

Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is one of the most prevalent and challenging conditions in internal and family medicine. In this episode of CMEssentials IM/FM 201, Dr. Heather Fainstad and Dr. Michael Foo explore the clinical approach to identifying, treating, and supporting recovery in patients with AUD.

🎯 What You'll Learn:
How to screen for and diagnose Alcohol Use Disorder using DSM-5 criteria
-Evidence-based strategies for withdrawal management and long-term treatment
-The role of motivational interviewing and behavioral therapies
-Pharmacologic options including naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram
-How to navigate stigma and build trust with patients
-Case-based insights from real-world clinical practice

📚 Whether you're a hospitalist, primary care provider, or resident, this episode offers practical tools to improve outcomes and support recovery in patients struggling with alcohol use.

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Timestamps:
[00:00] – Introduction: Why AUD matters in primary care
[03:45] – Screening tools and diagnostic criteria
[08:10] – Managing withdrawal safely
[13:25] – Medications for AUD: What works and when
[18:40] – Behavioral interventions and patient engagement
[24:00] – Case study: Recovery journey and relapse prevention
[28:15] – Final takeaways for clinicians