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Jenna L. Butner, MD, MPH, FASAM, AAHIVS, is an Assistant Professor Adjunct of Medicine (General Medicine) and Assistant Clinical Professor at Yale School of Nursing. She holds affiliations with the Program in Addiction Medicine, Yale Institute for Global Health, and Climate Change and Health. Her roles include clinical care, research, and medical education. She completed her MPH at Yale School of Public Health and MD at Ross University School of Medicine, with board certifications in Addiction Medicine and HIV Medicine.
Dr. Butner's research focuses on opioid-related disorders, harm reduction strategies, and telemedicine applications in addiction treatment. She has contributed to global health initiatives, including studies on substance use trends, overdose prevention centers, and decriminalization policies. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and international perspectives.
Her publications highlight innovative approaches to addressing the opioid crisis, such as telemedicine integration and policy advocacy. Key themes include drug policy reform, HIV/HCV co-morbidities in addiction patients, and global health equity. Awards include the Annenberg Fellowship and recognition for professional excellence.
Dr. Butner is actively involved in mentorship, serving on committees like the International Society of Addiction Medicine's Global Expert Network and the American Society of Addiction Medicine. She co-founded the Violence Intervention Training, Advocacy and Education (VITAE) initiative at Yale School of Public Health.
Her clinical practice integrates addiction medicine with primary care, emphasizing patient-centered approaches to chronic pain management and infectious disease co-morbidities. She advocates for low-threshold treatment access and community-based interventions.
