Patrick's Story

April 15, 2024

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Patrick, a construction worker who is 8 years in recovery, was highly stigmatized in the ED until a welcoming encounter with an ED provider who showed genuine interest in him. “When somebody is looking you in the eye and they have compassion in their voice and their eyes show compassion . . . you know it, you feel it,” he says.

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How can we help?

1-844-263-8762 (1-844-COE-URMC)

URMedicine_Recovery@urmc.rochester.edu

The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by HRSA, HHS or the US Government.

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How can we help?

1-844-263-8762 (1-844-COE-URMC)

URMedicine_Recovery@urmc.rochester.edu

The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by HRSA, HHS or the US Government.

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