The Addiction Medicine Unit (AMU) is an 18-bed inpatient medical unit that provides safe, medical detoxification for those addicted to alcohol or benzodiazipines.
Other services offered by unit staff include health education and recovery groups (including a 12-step program). We also have a social worker and peer recovery coach on staff for support and after-care planning.
Admissions
Admission screenings are facilitated through the Intake Office, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments are required. To make an appointment or learn more, please contact our intake offices 410-550-1910.
Insurance Information
Medical assistance and Medicare are accepted. Intake staff can assist you with any questions. Certain restrictions apply. For more information, please call 410-550-1910.
Faculty & Staff
Darius Anthony Rastegar, M.D.
Program Director, Addiction Medicine Fellowship
Associate Professor of Medicine
Cassandra Herbert, MS, APRN, PMHCNS-BC, CDNC
Patient Care Manager
Kathy Petrush, RN
Charge Nurse
Joan Russo, BSN, RN, CDNC
Intake Nurse
Elizabeth Crovo, RN, CDNC
Intake Nurse
Cathy Raab, LCSW-C
Addition Medicine Unit Social Worker
Ashley Sheldon
Peer Recovery Specialist