Pioneering the fight against the pressing issue of medication diversion in healthcare environments is Tom Knight, who holds the position of Chairman at Healthcare Diversion. This nonprofit association is dedicated to shedding light on the troubling rise of drug theft within medical institutions. These incidents frequently enough arise from a dual crisis—substance abuse among healthcare professionals and organized crime syndicates that aim to profit from reselling pharmaceuticals. The consequences are severe; patients might potentially be administered ineffective alternatives for pain management, which can result in serious infections or even death. Moreover, when these issues surface, healthcare organizations face notable legal repercussions and damage to their reputation. Alarmingly, this problem is prevalent across numerous facilities. To underscore the gravity of this situation, Tom has created an extensive database that reveals just a portion of the scope of this crisis. join us as we delve into this concealed yet urgent challenge within healthcare that could affect you or someone close to you—Matthew Holt