This is part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Daniel Sumrok, Medical Director at Landmark Recovery, which operates multiple treatment centers, including Praxis of Columbus, Ohio.

With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Sumrok has worked extensively in addiction medicine across Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, Tennessee, Washington, D.C., and the East Coast.

A former U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman during the Vietnam War,

Dr. Sumrok has dedicated his career to understanding addiction and advocating for trauma-informed treatment approaches. As a board-certified addiction specialist, he has played a key role in reshaping how we view and treat substance use disorders.

In this episode, we expand on critical topics, including:

✅ The root causes of addiction and its connection to trauma

✅ The ongoing debate between abstinence-based recovery and Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT)

✅ How medical marijuana and prescription medications like Adderall fit into addiction treatment

✅ The biggest challenges facing recovery efforts across the country

This episode is packed with expert insights and real-world experience on the evolving landscape of addiction treatment. Don’t miss it!

Do you organize conferences, serve on a board of directors, or oversee programming in your industry? If so, let’s talk. I’m a highly interactive keynote speaker specializing in overcoming stigma, mental health and addiction prevention, workplace recovery, and helping families and communities navigate tough topics like anxiety, depression, suicide, and substance use.

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In this episode of The Resource, I sit down with Dr. Daniel Sumrok, Medical Director at Landmark Recovery, which operates multiple facilities, including Praxis of Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Sumrok brings decades of experience treating addiction across Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, Tennessee, Washington, D.C., and the East Coast.

Dr. Sumrok is a distinguished family physician and addiction specialist with over 40 years of experience. He began his medical career as a U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman during the Vietnam War and has since dedicated his life to understanding and treating addiction. He is board-certified in Addiction Medicine and has been a pioneer in integrating trauma-informed approaches into substance use disorder treatment.

We dive into key topics like:

Where addiction really comes from?

Abstinence-based recovery vs. Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT)

The role of medical marijuana and Adderall in addiction treatment

The challenges facing addiction treatment across the U.S.

This is an important and eye-opening conversation about the evolving landscape of addiction treatment. Tune in!

Do you organize conferences, serve on a board of directors, or oversee programming in your industry? If so, let’s talk. I’m a highly interactive keynote speaker specializing in overcoming stigma, mental health and addiction prevention, workplace recovery, and helping families and communities navigate tough topics like anxiety, depression, suicide, and substance use.

The best solution is always prevention—addressing issues before they become a crisis. Let’s start the conversation.

Learn more: kprestonmoore.com

Follow me: @kprestonmoore (Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn)

Watch my TEDx Talk: "How Social Support Can Fight Mental Health and Addiction Stigma"

Let’s work together to create a real impact!

In part two of our conversation with Paul Lawson, we continue exploring the vital topic of mental health in the workplace, with a special focus on the construction industry. Paul dives deeper into his strategies for suicide prevention, addressing substance and alcohol use, and how to break down stigma within high-stress environments. Drawing on his experience as a two-time cancer survivor and former pastor, Paul offers powerful insights on resilience, active listening, and connecting with people in meaningful ways.

To learn more about how Paul can help your workplace prioritize mental wellness, visit PaulLawsonHelps.com, connect on LinkedIn, or email him at contact@paullawsonhelps.com. You can also reach him directly at (513) 508-7637.