Tuscaloosa, Alabama Inpatient Drug Rehab Facilities

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Meet the Pros

Dr. Mark Illumanti, MD

Medical Director The Freedom Center

Mark joined the medical team at The Freedom Center in September 2018 as the Medical Director. He received his medical degree in Mexico with further certification from Rutgers Medical School in New Jersey. He then attended New York Medical College for his residency training. Prior to being hired at The Freedom Center, he spent over twenty years working in the field of addictions treatment, and has been involved in nearly every treatment setting, from outpatient to residential to maintenance management. As the Medical Director, Mark works with the staff to coordinate the appropriate level of care for each individual client. He works directly with the clients on management of medical issues both related to and separate from their addiction, ensuring comprehensive health care plans that ensure our clients’ chances at recovery. What he has found to be most rewarding about working in the addictions treatment field is being able to help suffering addicts and alcoholics to realize their fullest potential.

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Lisa Dehorty

CEO Recovery Centers of America Capital Region

Lisa Dehorty has over 20 years of experience in the substance abuse and treatment industry. After earning her Masters of Healthcare Administration from St. Joseph's University, Masters of Psychology from Towson State University and Bachelors of Psychology from Shepherd University, she began her career as an Admission Counselor at an addiction treatment center. Lisa quickly progressed to Assistant Director of Admissions, and then to Director of Admissions. As she continued to grow in her career, she never lost focus of her number one goal: Reconnect patients with recovery. Lisa is known to be an innovative leader and has diversified skills including insurance and managed care contracting, development and implementation of policies and procedures, and knowledge and adherence to accreditation standards and state regulations.

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Michael Ogden

CEO Recovery Centers of America at Bracebridge Hall

Michael brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and skill to Bracebridge Hall. Michael has spent the last 18 months as Executive Director at Recovery Centers of America at Devon . Over the course of his career, Michael has held clinical, operations, marketing and a variety of leadership roles. He’s been the Executive Director, Program Director or Administrator of several organizations working with both adults and adolescents. Michael holds a BA in Psychology from Saint Leo University and Master of Public Health from Drexel University. Michael is also a US Navy Veteran.

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Treatment Facts

• Alabama ranks 25th in treatment centers servicing/accepting no payment accepted per 100,000 residents. Maine is ranked one spot worse at spot 26. Montana is ranked one spot better at spot 24.
• When adjusted for population, Alabama ranks 35th in treatment centers servicing/accepting IHS/638 contract care funds. Massachusetts is ranked one spot worse at spot 36. Iowa is ranked one spot better at spot 34.
• For persons with HIV or AIDS clients, Alabama ranks 36th in population-adjusted treatment centers. One spot worse is Rhode Island, ranked 37 in the U.S. Mississippi is ranked one spot better at spot 35.
• Alabama is 37th among U.S. states in treatment centers servicing or accepting rational emotive behavioral therapy. Massachusetts is ranked one spot worse at spot 38. One spot better is New Hampshire, ranked 36 in the U.S.
• Alabama ranks 39th in treatment centers servicing/accepting matrix model per 100,000 residents. Louisiana is ranked slightly worse, ranked 40. Delaware is ranked slightly better, ranked 38.

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Investigate Tuscaloosa Treatment Clinics
With over 23 percent of the Tuscaloosa population at or below the poverty line, this diverse city has had its share of problems with addiction and drug use. If you are interesting in finding out more about drug rehab in Tuscaloosa, our operators are standing by to assist you.
Tips on Being Admitted Into a Recovery Program
Symptoms of addiction include confusion, the inability to stop using drugs or alcohol, anger, violence, and being unable to discontinue drug or alcohol use. If you exhibit these symptoms, drug rehab may be the best choice for you.

In addiction treatment you will:

• Learn to cope without your addiction
• Types of risky behaviors and how to avoid them
• The dangers of drugs and alcohol
• How to alter your life for the better, and gain control of your future

*Am I Doomed to Relapse?

Relapse is frustrating for those who have worked so hard at beating their addiction. Moving forward with new treatment can seem overwhelming and frightening. Understanding your relapse risk is important in making the best life decisions you can. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the main risk factors for relapse include:

• Family history. Your close or immediate family members’ choices can impact whether you have an addiction and how difficult it can be to break the cycle.
• Friends. Lifestyle and social choices can seriously impact your ability to resolve addiction in the long term.
• Ongoing therapy. It is crucial to your success to continue treatment once sobriety is established.

Seeking Rehabilitation Clinics In Tuscaloosa
The University of Kansas has primary care clinics, as well as the safety net clinics in the city of Tuscaloosa. Again, our toll-free number is also available to help you make the best possible choice for your future.