Can training doctors help pregnant women with opioid addiction get better care?
NCT ID NCT04527926
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a training program for prenatal healthcare providers to help them use medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder during pregnancy. Researchers looked at data from over 1,000 patients to see if the program increased use of MAT and improved health outcomes for mothers and babies. The program included education, teleconsultation, and support from health system administrators.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this program could show how to increase evidence-based treatment for pregnant women with opioid use disorder, improving health for mothers and babies.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study testing a provider training program, not a direct treatment. Results may not apply to all settings or guarantee better patient outcomes.
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Locations
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Magee Womens Hospital of UPMC
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States