A candid conversation with the real doctor who inspired Michael Keaton's 'Dopesick' character

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Grieving Out Loud: A Mother Coping with Loss in the Opioid Epidemic
A candid conversation with the real doctor who inspired Michael Keaton's 'Dopesick' character
Apr 10, 2024 Season 6 Episode 159
Angela Kennecke/Dr. Stephen Loyd

World-renowned actor Michael Keaton has won several awards, including his first Emmy, for his performance in the Hulu series "Dopesick." The "Batman" actor portrays a hard-working doctor in a small mining town who gets addicted to the pain pills he starts prescribing. Today on Grieving Out Loud, we have an exciting interview with the man who was the real-life inspiration behind that compelling character.

Dr. Stephen Loyd overcame abuse, wrestled with addiction, and faced heartbreaking losses, all while trying to maintain his composure as a dedicated medical doctor and professor. Hear his story, why he finally sought help, and how he's now making a difference in the lives of others grappling with substance use disorder.


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