Addressing the opioid crisis in East Tennessee takes education, collaboration, and continued discussion about prevention and treatment.
In February 2024, WVLT Channel 8 CBS covered the 7th Annual East Tennessee Opioid Conference in Lenoir City. The event brought healthcare professionals and addiction prevention specialists together to share knowledge and explore ways to support the community.
Dr. Choo Discusses Non-Opioid Treatment Options
The report features James Choo, MD, of Pain Consultants of East Tennessee discussing developments in non-opioid pain treatment, including neuromodulation and minimally invasive spinal procedures.
WVLT also spoke with Karen Pershing of Metro Drug Coalition about community education and Chris Thomas of the Knox County Regional Forensic Center about the role of data in identifying emerging drug trends.
Watch the WVLT Report
Watch the video below for the full report and perspectives from conference participants.
Learn more about our approach to pain management or call us at (865) 579-0552. You can learn more about the East Tennessee Opioid Conference by visiting the Metro Drug Coalition’s site.
