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Kimberly D. Williams, MPH
Research Investigator
Expertise & Research Interests
- Behavioral Health Integration
- Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Implementation Science
Kimberly D. Williams, MPH
Research Investigator
Kimberly Williams is a researcher at the Institute for Research on Equity and Community Health (iREACH) where she develops approaches to integrate behavioral health care services into the medical care system and translate evidence into policy and clinical practice. Her research focuses on reducing barriers and increasing access to treatment for opioid use disorder in the primary care setting.
Experience
Feasibility of a Novel COVID-19 Telehealth Care Management Program Among Individuals Receiving Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder: Analysis of a Pilot Program
BACKGROUND: The emergence of COVID-19 exacerbated the existing epidemic of opioid use disorder (OUD) across the United States due to the disruption of in-person treatment and support services. Increased use of technology including telehealth and the development of new partnerships may facilitate coordinated treatment interventions that comprehensively address the health and well-being of individuals with OUD.
Implementation of a clinical pathway to screen and treat medical inpatients for opioid withdrawal
Background: Opioid-related inpatient hospital stays are increasing at alarming rates. Unidentified and poorly treated opioid withdrawal may be associated with inpatients leaving against medical advice and increased health care utilization. To address these concerns, we developed and implemented a clinical pathway to screen and treat medical service inpatients for opioid withdrawal.
Vision Consortium Fall 2020 Summit
Kimberly D. Williams, MPH
Research Investigator
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