Episode 118. Transformative Addiction Medicine with Dr. Sarah Nasir

In this episode of The One Thing Podcast, Dr. Sarah Nasir shares her visionary approach to treating addiction through a deeply integrative and compassionate lens. As an osteopathic physician and founder of Zara Care, she is reshaping addiction recovery by combining primary care with holistic healing, addressing the mind, body, and spirit.

Dr. Nasir opens up about her personal transformation from stigmatizing addiction to becoming a leading voice for destigmatization in medicine. She explains how visual storytelling and simplified communication are critical tools for building trust with patients. We explore medication-assisted treatment (MAT), the science behind opioid addiction, and why healing isn't just about abstinence but creating a life of purpose.

You'll hear how she uses metaphors, guided imagery, and Eastern philosophy to help patients reconnect with their inner strength, and why she believes everyone is “greatness in progress.” If you’re a clinician, caregiver, or simply someone interested in what it means to treat addiction with empathy and science, this episode is a must-watch.

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00:00 Introduction and sponsor message
01:06 Meet Dr. Sarah Nasir and Zara Care
03:44 Why addiction medicine? A personal evolution
09:01 Meaning behind the name “Zara”
12:33 Six dimensions of holistic healing
14:41 What integrative addiction care looks like
18:00 Core principles: trust, communication, and balance
20:05 MAT explained with visual metaphors
25:10 Recovery phases: induction, maintenance, taper
30:33 Storytelling tools in patient care
31:51 Fixing systemic gaps in addiction treatment
35:40 Dr. Nasir’s long-term vision for Zara
38:35 Final thoughts and call to action

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