KevinMD June 22, 2024
Christina Fraser and Jeffrey L. Fraser, MD

In the heart of America, the opioid epidemic continues to surge, claiming lives and livelihoods with an unrelenting grip. While many believe that addiction stems from illicit drug use, a significant portion of opioid addictions actually begin with a prescription from a doctor. This troubling reality is exemplified by the experiences of Dr. Jeffrey Fraser, a family practice physician from Lincoln, Nebraska, who found himself ensnared in the very crisis he was trained to combat.

A doctor’s descent into addiction

Dr. Jeffrey Fraser, a respected physician, saw his life unravel after a cancer diagnosis required radiation therapy, which led to a prescription for opioids to manage his pain. “Because of my radiation therapy, my testosterone level was dramatically down to...

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