Survey of stigma across healthcare workers in an urban, academic medical center regarding perinatal patients using opioids

Abstract Background and Objectives To examine healthcare workers' attitudes towards pregnant woman using opioids across provider type, specialty, and years of service. Methods Cross‐sectional, anonymous survey of healthcare workers at an urban, academic medical center regarding attitudes towards pregnant women using opioids. Results One hundred and nineteen surveys were completed. Nurses were less likely to feel sympathetic towards pregnant women that use opioids ( p = .016). Discussion and Conclusions Differences in attitudes towards pregnant women using opioids were found between clinicians and nurses. Scientific Significance Training and experience may contribute to attitude differences towards pregnant women using opioids.