Gramps welcomes the author of new book, ‘Seeing Through the Smoke: A Cannabis Expert Untangles the Truth About Marijuana’, Dr Peter Grinspoon to the Lonestar Collective Podcast.
Dr. Peter Grinspoon is a physician, author, and advocate for substance use disorder treatment. He is an instructor in medicine at Harvard Medical School and a primary care physician at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Grinspoon has a particular focus on addiction medicine and the intersection of medicine and policy.
Dr. Grinspoon has written extensively on the topic of addiction, including his memoir “Free Refills: A Doctor Confronts His Addiction” where he shares his personal experience with substance use disorder and his journey to recovery. He has also written for various publications, including The Boston Globe, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, providing insights and perspectives on addiction, policy, and healthcare.
As an advocate for evidence-based treatment approaches, Dr. Grinspoon has been involved in efforts to reduce the stigma surrounding addiction and promote comprehensive addiction care. He is a board member of the advocacy organization “Physicians for Responsible Opioid Prescribing” and has spoken at conferences and events on the topic of addiction medicine.
Overall, Dr. Peter Grinspoon is a respected physician, writer, and advocate who brings attention to the importance of addressing addiction as a medical issue and promoting effective treatment options.