Catriona Matheson

Professor of Substance Use, University of Stirling

Research Area

Delivery of care to substance users

Biography

University of Stirling Drugs Research Network Scotland

Catriona Matheson is a former trustee and treasurer of the Society for the Study of Addiction. Her research interests are in the delivery of care to substance users. Past research includes exploring new services in primary care (e.g. naloxone distribution) and exploring health professional and the general public’s opinions about drug treatment strategies. Current work includes developing and testing complex interventions for older drug users ORT patients, and managing dependence on prescription and over the counter medicines.