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S5 E3: Inside NCSAM - What They Do and Why It Matters

S5 E3: Inside NCSAM - What They Do and Why It Matters

Update: 2025-08-07

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In this episode, host Pollen Williamson, Director of Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Initiatives at the Governor’s Institute, sits down with Dr. Michael Baca-Atlas—family physician, addiction medicine specialist, and current President of the North Carolina Society of Addiction Medicine (NCSAM).

Together, they explore the vital role of NCSAM, the benefits of membership, and how the organization is advancing care in the Tar Heel State.

Listen now to get insight on how you can connect, grow and make an impact.

Thanks for listening! Get more of our addiction medicine-related content and learn about the work we do with Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families at our YouTube Page - youtube.com/govinst.

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S5 E3: Inside NCSAM - What They Do and Why It Matters

S5 E3: Inside NCSAM - What They Do and Why It Matters

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