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Office-Based Therapy for Patients
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Benefits of Buprenorphine
The Columbia Advantage: One of the Nation's Leading Institutes The Columbia University Buprenorphine Program was one of the nation's first to Private Unlike methadone and other clinics, the Columbia treatment program is office-based. Buprenorphine treatment can initiated and continued by physicians in private practice. Our team has special expertise in helping to transition patients with opiate dependence to buprenorphine in the privacy and convenience of our medical offices. We can also arrange for patients to be maintained by their referring physician, or another certified physician in the community, according to their needs. Private inpatient care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is also available. Professional The Buprenorphine Program team consists of a psychiatrist, an internist, a registered nurse, and a psychotherapist, all of whom have special expertise in dealing with opiate dependence and the transition to buprenorphine. The team provides support for patients throughout all phases of treatment. The Buprenorphine Program uses the most comprehensive and well-tested methods. Personalized The Buprenorphine Program at Columbia University specializes in the use of buprenorphine for several types of patients, including those requiring:
Transfer and stabilization phase takes place after a thorough evaluation by our team and consultation with a referring physician, if any. Eligibility
Buprenorphine is an appropriate treatment for those dependent on opiates, either illicit heroin, methadone or prescription drugs. Referrals Referrals can be made by healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, internists, nurses, psychotherapists, pain management specialists, and addiction specialists who can provide ongoing treatment.Patients will be:
Financial Information
The Program requires payment in full by each patient at the beginning of treatment. ATM/Debit cards are accepted.Contact Information
To make a referral or for more information about the program or about special licensing requirements, please call:Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm 212-342-1496 All other times, 212-305-6001 Location
New York Presbyterian Hospital
This information was last updated or reviewed on May 2, 2005 |
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