Original research
by
Day, Nathaniel, Maureen Wass & Kelly Smith
Release Date
2022
Geography
Canada
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
Yes
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Yes
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
This paper introduces the unique virtual clinic model and describes outcomes from that model.
Findings/Key points
The VODP model demonstrated high levels of client satisfaction, rapid growth in utilization and positive preliminary clinical outcomes. Entirely virtual delivery of opioid agonist therapy is a promising option to facilitate access to evidence based treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) in the context of a fentanyl overdose crisis, particularly for individuals living in rural or underserved areas.
Design/methods
Retrospective chart review
Keywords
Digital health
Rural/remote
