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Dr. Elyse Stevens, a New Orleans doctor, sparks national debate by treating addiction with high-dose buprenorphine, helping patients access care despite criticism over enabling use.
Dr. Elyse Stevens, a New Orleans physician, is at the center of a national debate over addiction treatment after facing scrutiny in 2024 for prescribing high doses of buprenorphine and multiple controlled substances to patients with complex needs, including homelessness and chronic pain.
Her harm-reduction approach, which prioritizes engagement, stability, and daily progress over immediate abstinence, has helped many access care, but critics argue it enables ongoing substance use.
The controversy highlights the broader crisis: over 80% of Americans who need treatment don’t receive it due to cost, access, and stigma, fueling a split between rigid, abstinence-focused models and flexible, patient-centered care.
El Dr. Elyse Stevens, un médico de Nueva Orleans, despierta un debate nacional al tratar la adicción con dosis altas de buprenorfina, ayudando a los pacientes a acceder a la atención a pesar de las críticas por permitir su uso.