Joan Papp
About Joan Papp
Joan Papp serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at MetroHealth/CWRU, where she has worked since 2019. She has a strong background in addressing the opioid crisis through various initiatives, including founding the Office of Opioid Safety and Project DAWN.
Work at The MetroHealth System
Joan Papp currently serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the education and training of medical professionals in emergency medicine. Prior to her current role, she was the Medical Director of the Office of Opioid Safety from 2017 to 2023, where she focused on strategies to combat the opioid crisis. Additionally, she was the Medical Director for Cuyahoga County's Project DAWN from 2013 to 2023, a program aimed at preventing opioid overdose deaths.
Education and Expertise
Joan Papp earned her Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from the Medical College of Ohio, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology from Cleveland State University. Following her medical education, she completed her residency at Case Western Reserve University, gaining critical experience in emergency medicine. Her educational background supports her expertise in addressing substance use disorders and implementing effective treatment protocols in emergency settings.
Background
Before her tenure at The MetroHealth System, Joan Papp worked as a consultant staff member at The Cleveland Clinic from 2007 to 2011. This role provided her with valuable experience in a leading healthcare institution, enhancing her skills in emergency medicine. Her extensive background in both clinical and administrative roles has equipped her to tackle complex public health issues, particularly in relation to opioid safety and substance use treatment.
Achievements
Joan Papp established the Office of Opioid Safety at MetroHealth in 2017, focusing on education, prevention, and treatment initiatives to address the opioid crisis. She founded MetroHealth's Project DAWN program in 2013, which distributes naloxone kits to prevent opioid overdose deaths. In her role, she leads efforts in the Emergency Department to initiate treatment for substance use disorders, aiming to reduce overdose risks and improve patient outcomes in emergency care.