How Research Backs Recovery | Look Inside Our Research Institute

In this episode of Conversations with Cumberland Heights, Dr. Nick Hayes sits down with Dr. Susan Marcotte and Corianne Johnson with the Research Institute, to talk about projects underway here on the frontier of substance use disorder science.

Corianne and Susan share what they're working on right now, best practices in treatment outcome research, their thoughts on AI, and more.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why the Research Institute builds relationships with clinical teams

How biometrics from wearables can improve treatment

Insights from the Tennessee Opioid Pathway study

How epidemiologists think about substance use disorder

How to make complex data tell a compelling story

Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or working in mental health or addiction services, this episode provides valuable, real-world insight.

About Our Guests:

Dr. Susan Marcotte joined Cumberland Heights as a Research Associate in 2024, bringing a strong background in epidemiology and public health research. In 2025, Susan became the Director of the Research Institute. She holds a Ph.D. in Epidemiology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and has over eight years of experience in wearable physical activity monitoring and five years in maternal and child health research. She finds fulfillment in conducting research that contributes to improving treatment and prevention efforts in addiction medicine.

Corianne Johnson joined Cumberland Heights in 2024 as a Research Analyst within the Research Institute. With a strong background in public health and epidemiology, she earned her Master of Public Health from Vanderbilt University. She is committed to bridging the gap between science and medicine to improve treatment outcomes and empower individuals in recovery.

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