Dr. Alta DeRoo

Dr. Alta DeRoo, medical director at the Betty Ford Center and a trailblazing Naval Flight Officer, teams up with Dr. Don Elverd, a decorated Vietnam War veteran and clinical psychologist. They dive into the addiction crisis in America, particularly its impact on service members. The discussion highlights the urgent need for stigma reduction, community support, and resilience in overcoming substance use disorders. They stress the importance of holistic approaches to healing and emphasize that veterans can emerge stronger from their battles with addiction.