Podcast 38 - Strategies for Addressing Tobacco Use as Part of the Primary Care Visit

Summary

Listen to Susan Flocke, PhD, from Oregon Health & Science University, review a series of steps primary care practices can incorporate into their clinical workflow in order to systematically screen and counsel patients on quitting tobacco. The discussion will include a description of the services provided by the Ohio Quitline and the importance of nicotine replacement therapy to maximize patients’ success in quitting.

Moderated by Susan Davis, DO, University of Cincinnati

Resource mentioned in the podcast:

• Ohio Quitline - Make a Referral

Sources

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