Medical faculty committed to teaching about substance abuse face the challenges of teaching about a stigmatized disease. They often work with little support and few colleagues. These clinician educators must find tools to help sustain them in this work. Knowledge of emerging data on effective diagnosis and treatment of substance abuse in the primary care setting and excellent clinical skills in managing patients with substance abuse are key. More important is the ability to find sustenance and inspiration in working with the addicted patients who have been our teachers.
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