Dr. Stephen Loyd
Dr. Stephen Loyd is an Internal Medicine and Addiction Medicine physician. His background includes being Tennessee's Assistant Commissioner (Opioid Czar) for Substance Abuse Services, an expert witness in prescription cases, and an Advocate for Action recognized by the Office of National Drug Control Policy. He's a key contributor to Tennessee's pain treatment practices, focusing on opioid-dependent pregnant women. Dr. Loyd's work extends to drug courts, anti-drug coalitions, and law enforcement, and he inspired a character in "Dopesick." He currently serves as Cedar Recovery's Chief Medical Officer and chairs the Tennessee Opioid Abatement Council.
Dr. Loyd has been in recovery from opioid and benzodiazepine addiction since July 8, 2004. His personal connection to opioid addiction and recovery serves as a driving force, motivating him to continue making strides in this industry and creating positive change for the future.
A leader in the addiction treatment industry
Dr. Loyd is a leader in the addiction treatment industry and uses his platform to help combat the opioid crisis in his community and across the country. He served as the inspiration behind Michael Keaton's character in the Hulu series 'Dopesick.' Dr. Loyd's advocacy knows no bounds as he passionately speaks at conferences nationwide, raising awareness about the opioid epidemic, the fentanyl crisis, and the science behind medication-assisted treatment for addiction. Another of his key passions is supporting pregnant women in their battle against addiction. His overarching goal is to help individuals discover their ideal path to addiction treatment, underlining his commitment to making a difference.
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I believe that no one is beyond saving. There are countless ways to recover from opioid addiction. My goal is to help people find the path that’s best for them.
