When people have the chronic medical illness of diabetes, state-of-the-art medical care involves a team of professionals. That team likely would include a physician, a nurse, care coordinator, and a nutritionist. Patients are often encouraged to attend a weight loss support group. If diagnosed with cancer, the medical team would include an oncologist, an oncology nurse, a care coordinator, a nutritionist, and a cancer support group. In addition, patients often receive a genetic evaluation that would determine the best course of treatment. In both disorders, medications and nutrition are addressed.  

At NorthStar Care, we have built the first program that takes the same comprehensive medical team approach and applied it to alcohol treatment. Our team consists of a physician, advanced practice clinician, a nurse, a navigator, and a peer guide. In addition, patients participate in our peer-led support groups that take place in VR for a truly anonymous experience. Upon admission, patients receive a genetic evaluation that guides medication selection and nutrient repletion. Every aspect of our clinical treatment has been selected because there is scientific evidence that it works.