Kathleen Farrell, DO

Veterans Affairs, San Antonio

After graduating from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine and getting out of residency with Midwestern University, Dr. Farrell quickly realized the importance of treating pain in Osteopathic Family Practice. Working in rural areas, she was often the last resort for many patients that were unable to travel long distances to see specialists. She got her "XF" to use Buprenorphine for Opioid Use Disorder in 2003. Due to her experience using Buprenorphine, she started working in the Pain Clinic at American Lakes VA. She continues her work in providing Buprenorphine to Veterans with the South Texas VA as a teleworker. Her patients include those with Pain and OUD, hospice and palliative care. Several have multiple health issues and require complicated care.