The research, education, and outreach projects COACH engages in are innovative and essential.

Dr. Haley Phillippe, Auburn University Clinical Professor and COACH core faculty member, shares, “The Auburn University Center for Opioid Research, Education, and Outreach (COACH) leads a comprehensive, evidence-based response to today’s substance use challenges by integrating research, education, and community engagement. Through innovative training, prevention initiatives, and collaborative partnerships, COACH equips healthcare providers, students, and communities with the knowledge and tools needed to build healthier, more informed communities.”

Aligned with this notion, another primary goal for COACH is to serve as a resource in the state.