Addiction Medicine

Addiction is a disease that changes the way the brain functions and can have a devastating effect on physical health and relationships. That’s why specialty-trained addiction medicine physicians like Sandeep Mann, MD, at Pacific View Recovery, design personalized treatment plans that take a patient-centered approach to health care and addiction recovery. Using evidence-based methods for treating addiction and substance use disorders ((SUD), Dr. Mann provides you with tools to regain control over your life and prevent relapse. In-person and telemedicine services are available, so don’t delay. Call the Stockton, California office to schedule a visit or request one online now.

What is meant by addiction medicine?

Addiction, also referred to as substance use disorder, is a chronic disease that arises from the repeated use of habit-forming substances like drugs and alcohol.

Substance use alters brain chemistry so that people cannot stop using even if they wish to do so. Addiction is often co-occurring with other mental health conditions, like anxiety, depression, and trauma. It can also interfere with school and job performance and personal relationships and lead to severe health complications.

If you or a loved one has become dependent on street drugs, prescription medications, opioids, alcohol, or other compounds, help is available at Pacific View Recovery. Expert addiction medicine physicians like Dr. Mann work with patients to develop personalized treatment plans so that each individual can maintain and achieve a better quality of life.

What does addiction medicine entail?

The goals of addiction medicine include:

• Ending substance dependency 
• Managing triggers and cravings
• Building support systems
• Developing life-coping skills

Pacific View Recovery’s expertly trained professionals can customize addiction medicine plans to meet patients' needs.

Depending on your unique situation, treatment plans might include:

• Alcohol Use Disorder
• Opioid Use Disorders (OUD)
• Heroin addiction
• Vivitrol treatment 
• Suboxone treatment
• Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
• Detoxification
• Partial hospitalization
• Behavioral therapy
• Outpatient services
• Telemedicine

Pacific View Recovery provides services to patients dealing with alcohol, fentanyl, benzodiazepines, methamphetamines, and other substances. Your dedicated addiction medicine physician aims to deliver high-quality, compassionate, evidence-based medical care for patients and their families.

Does addiction medicine require a hospital stay?

While many people benefit from inpatient recovery programs, these aren’t the only options for successful addiction treatment. The same is true for 12-step programs.

Pacific View Recovery is passionate about providing a safe space where Dr. Mann sees patients in the hospital or clinic. Patients can also follow up with Dr. Mann for their addiction needs and get injections to stay sober from various substances.

Recovering from addiction is a lifelong process. The compassionate and respectful staff use a patient-centered approach and evidence-based techniques drawn from various disciplines, providing you or your loved one with skills for long-term recovery.

Call Pacific View Recovery to get started. Or request an appointment online now.