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Addiction Psychiatrist

Addiction psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in the treatment of people with addictions to substances such as alcohol, medicines, or illegal drugs.

Addiction psychiatrists can be board-certified through the Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, which is recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties.

By Healthwise Staff
Primary Medical Reviewer Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Last Revised August 20, 2010

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Last Updated: August 20, 2010
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