Most recent by Megan Lemay, MD
Drug shows potential as treatment for cannabis use disorder
A first-of-its kind drug demonstrated potential as a safe and effective treatment for cannabis use disorder, according to a phase 2a study published in Nature Medicine.
VIDEO: ACP meeting highlights include talks on race, contraception, pickle juice
SAN DIEGO — In this video, Megan Lemay, MD, an associate professor of general internal medicine and addiction medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University, highlights several sessions from the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting.
'Positive and extensive media attention' might affect outcomes of cannabis trials
In double-blind, placebo-controlled cannabinoid trials, placebo was significantly associated with pain reduction. Still, the trials received positive media attention, which researchers said could shape the results of future cannabinoid trials.
People with opioid use disorder receive lower quality preventive, chronic care
Even with health insurance, people with opioid use disorder receive lower quality preventive and chronic care as well as lower quality care coordination, according to results of a cross-sectional study.