After his own experience with addiction, U of T nursing grad offers patients a message of hope

From Addiction to Hope

Adam McInnis, a University of Toronto nursing graduate, has a unique perspective on addiction and recovery. Having struggled with addiction and substance use himself, McInnis now offers patients a message of hope.

After losing his father to cancer at the age of 16, McInnis turned to alcohol to cope with his grief, leading to severe consequences, including hospitalization and a brief period of homelessness.

“I’ve been in recovery for over eight years now and I feel lucky to have made that decision,”

he says, reflecting on his journey.

“My challenges and experiences have shaped who I am and where I am today.”

McInnis has graduated from the University of Toronto’s Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing with a master’s degree in nursing through the nurse practitioner program.

By Rebecca Biason

Author's summary: U of T nursing grad shares his story of addiction and recovery, offering hope to patients.

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