buprenorphine treatment
For patients seeking medication-assisted treatment for dependence on opiates we offer private consultations with Addiction Medicine specialist physicians and buprenorphine management. Patients are assigned their own physician with whom they will see regularly. Urine drug level monitoring is provided as per standard practice protocol.Buprenorphine (Suboxone) is a medication that prevents cravings and withdrawal from opioids, Patients on buprenorphine report normal function levels and are able to think clearly, work, or care for their children and families. Once stable on this medication patients are able, with counseling and other forms of support, make positive life choices that potentiate their recovery.