…addiction should always be medically supervised. Historically opiate withdrawal has been very painful and uncomfortable. There are new treatments on the market that are proving to be a great alternative to methadone clinics and in-patient hospitalization for detoxification. Buprenorphine sold under the name Suboxone is an option for some addicts. This drug can be given by doctors on an out patient basis so it removes much of the stigma of a traditional drug rehab experience.

There are physicians through out the country that are specialized addiction medical doctors and can offer this sort of treatment to the opiate addict. In Los Angeles, California there are addiction medical doctors that are renowned for their success with opiate addicts. The Los Angeles Recovery Center and Dr. David Smith, Dr. Matt Torrington, and others have established a physician practice that spans the United States offering outpatient treatment for substance abuse. If you or a loved one is looking to address an opiate addiction with an individualized approach call (310)  496 - 5505 for the Los Angeles Recovery Center, or the Murray Hill Recovery Center at (214)  234 - 2400 and get a free phone consultation now. If this group of medical addiction specialists located around the country cannot help you - they will refer you to someone who can.