Blueprint for the Health, the Vermont Division of Substance Use Programs, and the Center for Technology and Behavioral Health at Dartmouth College published an article titled “Patient centered medication treatment for opioid use disorder in rural Vermont: a qualitative study” in Addiction Science and Clinical Practice.
Researchers interviewed fifteen recipients of Hub and/or Spoke services. These interviews focused on patients’ experiences receiving opioid use disorder treatment in the Vermont Hub and Spokes system of care. The study results showed that patients found the treatment to be patient-centered and engaged and that there was a strong alliance between the patient and provider. Patients also found that providers adapted to their needs and preferences around scheduling, medication decisions, and other physical, social, and mental health treatment. The study generally showed that patients felt the type of care they received was desirable.
Hichborn, E.G., Murray, O.B., Murphy, E.I. et al. Patient centered medication treatment for opioid use disorder in rural Vermont: a qualitative study. Addict Sci Clin Pract 20, 3 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13722-024-00529-8