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Discover a groundbreaking data-driven approach to combat opioid dependence and addiction in this 14-minute TEDxReno talk by Dr. Ahmed Zaafran. Learn how nine out of ten surgical patients in the US are prescribed opioids for pain management, leading to potential dependency and addiction. Explore the innovative solution developed by Dr. Zaafran's team, which has shown promising results in clinical trials by reducing new dependencies to zero. Gain insights from this board-certified anesthesiologist and co-founder of Lucid Lane as he shares his expertise gained from his practice in the San Francisco Bay area, training at The University of Texas McGovern School of Medicine, and faculty position at Stanford University School of Medicine. Understand how his entrepreneurial background and involvement in healthcare innovation contribute to this revolutionary approach in addressing the opioid crisis.
