It was never in your career plan – not in your wildest dreams. You promised yourself you’d stay true to your solemn healthcare pledge to “do no harm” – which certainly would include not diverting a controlled substance. 

Turns out you were wrong. 

Putting aside the plethora of possible triggers for a moment – including mounting stress levels, relational challenges at home, struggles in your past, and a present, overwhelming desire for escape or comfort – you assess the fallout:

You’ve not only harmed yourself, you’ve harmed your entire team – broken their trust. Most of all, you’ve harmed your patients who suffered needlessly without their meds. Read more >