Dr. Stefan Kantrowitz, MD, FASAM

01/20/2022

Check out our latest book review!

We discuss David Poses' memoir, The Weight of Air, a memoir about his struggle with Substance Use Disorder (SUD), which began in 1995.

10/26/2021

07/22/2021

The biggest challenge after recovery is relapse. Those of us in the field have begun to understand that aftercare is just as important as any other stage of recovery. Working with an addiction therapist who will tailor individual therapy to the specific challenges the addict faces in the later stages of recovery.

Relapse after detox and substance abuse rehabilitation is, unfortunately, very common. This is because the reasons for developing a deeply ingrained habit are multifaceted. Addiction is about much more than the body’s chemical reliance on a substance. What drives a person to abuse substances in th...

07/18/2021

My approach to healing is holistic. When a family member is struggling with addiction, all members of the family are affected. I offer family counseling in addition to individualized care during every phase of recovery.

Learn more about my practice here:

FAQ What makes your practice special? At Addiction Medicine NYC, you are working with a medical doctor specializing in addiction treatment. Medications are prescribed and monitored by Dr. Kantrowitz who has many years experience working in the field. In addition to medication, Psychotherapy, Cogniti...

07/04/2021

Check out our latest blog post!

Has your substance abuse gotten more severe during and after the pandemic? Get practical support. Build your support network. Access medication-assisted treatment.

04/18/2021

Medication-Assisted Recovery is a therapeutic approach to addiction treatment in which FDA-approved medication is used in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies.

Medication-assisted treatment can only be used under the supervision of a licensed medical professional.

Dr. Kantrowitz provides Medication-Assisted Recovery services in NYC, where medication is used in combination with counseling to treat addiction.

03/01/2021

The past year has been highly uncertain for everyone — and has been uniquely difficult for those struggling with substance abuse. While we can glimpse the horizon of a return to normalcy, this doesn’t mean our anxiety, depression, or substance abuse issues will disappear just as we conquer Covid-19.

Read our latest blog post about substance abuse and COVID below!

https://addictionmednyc.com/substance-abuse-opioid-addiction-treatment-after-during-covid-19/

12/16/2020

In America, the consumption of alcohol during the holidays goes up by 100%.

But some of us have a different relationship with alcohol, and we need to make a strategic effort for controlling drinking during the holiday season.

Learn More:

https://addictionmednyc.com/strategies-for-controlling-drinking-during-the-holidays/