Journal of addiction medicine
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: This study was designed to conduct a needs assessment concerning methadone counselors' experiences working with methadone-maintained patients with chronic pain and measure counselors' interest in receiving specialized training to treat such patients. ⋯ : Findings from this needs assessment study suggest specific targets, which may be important to consider, in prospective specialized methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) counselor training and counseling for MMT patients with chronic pain.