Peer coaches may boost opioid treatment retention
NCT ID NCT06696066
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested a program where trained peer recovery specialists meet regularly with patients starting medication for opioid use disorder. The goal was to see if the program is practical and acceptable to patients. 13 adults took part, and the results will help design a larger study to see if this approach improves treatment retention.
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Geisinger Health
Danville, Pennsylvania, 17822, United States
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