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Dustin Patil
NC Department of Health and Human Services, University of North Carolina at Asheville
Dustin Patil's research contributes significantly to the fields of addiction medicine, public health, and cell biology. Their studies on transitioning from methadone to buprenorphine using microdosing, particularly in Level 3 facilities, highlight unique considerations for opioid substitution therapy. Additionally, increased HIV testing among individuals who use drugs hospitalized during the COVID-19 pandemic underscores the need for targeted interventions. Patil's work also examines hospitalization outcomes of people who use drugs, revealing the importance of individualized approaches. Furthermore, research on perceived stigma and satisfaction with care in veterans receiving methadone maintenance treatment sheds light on improving treatment experiences.