ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode, we sit down with Adam J. Gordon, MD MPH FACP DFASAM, to explore the world of kratom (whether you say kray-tom or krah-tom). Adam walks us through the history of kratom, what it is, its potential benefits and risks, and why it has become such a hot topic today.
Resources from this episode:
- ‘Gas station heroin’ ban passes Utah Legislature - The Salt Lake Tribune
- Kratom: What You Need to Know About This “Natural” Opioid - University of Utah Health
This podcast comes from the Program of Addiction Research, Clinical Care, Knowledge, and Advocacy (PARCKA). The mission of PARCKA is to promote and provide addiction related research, clinical care, knowledge and advocacy across the University of Utah, the local community, the State of Utah, and the nation.
This episode is made possible in support from the Salt Lake County Health Department.
The opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the official views of University of Utah Health or its leadership.
