Combating The Opioid Crisis with AI

USAF Veteran Michael Vasquez joins the show to discuss groundbreaking healthcare technology innovations aimed at addressing the opioid crisis. With a rich background that includes building the first AI-integrated electronic medical records system on NASDAQ and founding one of the largest opioid treatment programs in the U.S., Michael explains how AI is being utilized to combat addiction and the critical role of prevention. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 02:03 AI in Electronic Medical Records 04:57 Opioid Treatment and Prevention 10:23 Personal Story and Motivation 13:47 Indicators of Opioid Dependency 26:22 Holistic Approach: Sleep, Diet, and Exercise 19:37 Impact on Employers and Health Plans 36:37 Broader Implications for Veterans and the VA 40:34 Closing Remarks and Recommendations Links & Resources Veteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1 Websites: https://www.opiodcm.com https://www.michael-vasquez.com Follow Michael Vasquez on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/mikevasquezopcm Transcript View the transcript for this episode.