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Substance Abuse

When alcohol and drugs are a problem, you can turn to us.

The intensive outpatient chemical dependency program at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is dedicated to providing exceptional care using highly trained professionals in the field of chemical dependency.  Our approach is one of caring and focused treatment that maximizes the potential of each patient on the road to recovery.  We provide an individualized, structured, continuing program of recovery to aid individuals in achieving and maintaining recovery.

As part of our intensive outpatient program, we offer these services:

  • Confidential Assessments
  • Detoxification
  • Individual Treatment Planning
  • Medication Management
  • Dual Diagnosis Treatment
  • 12-Step Orientation
  • Random Drug Screening
  • Family Education in Therapy
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Continuing Care Programs


Admission Criteria

  • Diagnosis of alcoholism or other chemical dependencies
  • Willingness and ability to participate in treatment
  • Not dangerous to self or others to the point of requiring hospitalization
  • Withdrawal symptoms, if any, to be managed in an outpatient setting
  • Willingness and ability to assume financial responsibility


The Treatment Process

Each session is designed to cover a wide range of topics related to chemical dependency and recovery. Topics include:

  • The disease concept of addiction
  • Spirituality and recovery
  • Preventing slips and relapses
  • Triggers
  • Family rules/roles
  • The whole person concept of recovery
  • Recovery versus abstinence


Substance Abuse Program Faculty and Staff

Dean Melton

Dean Melton
Director of Addition
Programs

Thomas W. Brown, MD, JD

Thomas W. Brown, MD, JD
Assistant Professor

James N. Kimball, MD

James N. Kimball, MD
Assistant Professor

Ravi K. Telakapalli, MD

Ravi K. Telakapalli, MD
Assistant Professor

Lyn Treadway, LPA

Lyn Treadway, LPA
Psychologist II

 


Referral and Admission Process

Call (336) 716-4551 for an appointment. You will talk directly with a member of our staff and receive additional information about the program.

 

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The information on this Website is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be relied upon as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation or care from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider. If you have a medical problem or a health-related question, consult your physician or call Health On-Call at 336-716-2255 or 1-800-446-2255.

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Last Modified: 10/22/2008