The prevalence of opioid use disorder (OUD) among adolescents has seen an alarming rise, prompting an exploration of the utilization of buprenorphine as a treatment modality. This study aimed to understand the perceptions, experiences, and comfort levels of pediatric emergency medicine (PEM) clinicians in initiating medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for pediatric patients presenting with OUD in emergency departments.
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