Medical Care

Medical Care at Orchard Recovery Center

At Orchard Recovery Center, medical care is an integral component of our Primary Care program. In addition to medically assisted detox, our medical team provides ongoing support throughout your treatment to help you address both immediate and long-term health issues. Our approach combines client centred compassionate care, thorough history and physical assessment, and evidence-informed treatment to ensure each client receives the best possible care plan during their recovery journey.

Comprehensive Primary Care Medicine

Our medical team includes experienced Addiction Medicine physicians, Psychiatrist and Registered Nurses / Registered Psychiatric Nurses. They provide assessment and treatment for acute concerns, ongoing monitoring of your health, and support in managing chronic or pre-existing conditions. Every client’s medical needs are addressed with a personalized, client-centered approach.

Managing Medical Issues Related to Addiction and Pre-Existing Conditions

Substance use can complicate existing health concerns or contribute to new medical issues.
At Orchard, our team provides assessment and management of conditions such as:

  • Diabetes
  • Obesity
  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • Liver disease
  • Gastrointestinal concerns

Concurrent Disorders

We understand that many clients experience concurrent disorders, where physical or mental health issues overlap with addiction.
Our medical and clinical teams collaborate to provide integrated treatment for conditions such as:

  • Chronic pain disorders
  • Sleep disorders
  • Anxiety and stress-related conditions

Psychiatric Disorders

Mental health is a cornerstone of recovery. Our psychiatric care includes assessment and comprehensive understanding, targeted interventions, medication review and management, and support for conditions such as:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Other psychiatric conditions related to addiction

Tobacco Use and Smoking Cessation

While smoking and vaping are permitted in designated areas at Orchard, our medical team are very happy to assist any client who wishes to address tobacco use during treatment. We provide smoking cessation support, and access to nicotine replacement therapies, for those ready to make this important step in their health journey.