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<p><strong>ABOUT RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER - ADDICTION MEDICINE PROGRAM</strong></p> <p>The Addiction Medicine Program at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago offers <strong>inpatient and outpatient treatment for individuals struggling with a range of addictive conditions</strong>. Rush is a non-profit health system and teaching hospital with, according to its website, a commitment to LGBTQ care.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>Although the facility’s website does not specifically reference dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, the Addiction Medicine Program is part of the Department of Psychiatry, where <strong>both addiction and conditions such as depression and psychosis are treated</strong>. Among the multiple forms of addictive and compulsive behaviors addressed are <strong>alcoholism, eating disorders, sex addiction, gambling, chemical dependency, and workaholism</strong>.</p> <p>Inpatient treatment appears to be relatively short. One former patient surveyed by Rehabs.com referenced a 14-day stay and a family member mentioned multiple, increasingly efficient and helpful periods of inpatient care for their sibling.</p> <p>The Department of Psychiatry’s day hospital offers a <strong>partial hospitalization program (PHP) and intensive outpatient program (IOP)</strong>. Patients receive <strong>individualized, group-based treatment</strong> to address coping skills, relapse prevention, and emotional regulation. Individual counseling and medication management also are available. <strong>Cognitive behavioral therapy</strong> is commonly practiced, according to the facility’s website.</p> <p>Clients at Rush University Medical Center may participate in clinical trials and research, such as an <strong>HIV and drug use investigational study</strong>. The facility also operates an academic center focused on compulsive behavior and addiction.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>The treatment team includes two psychiatrists who specialize in addiction medicine, psychologists, social workers, and nurse practitioners.</p> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>Rush University Medical Center is a <strong>664-bed hospital</strong> with Internet access in patient rooms. The Addiction Medicine Program is housed on the west campus, located to the west of downtown Chicago. </p> <p>No further details regarding treatment spaces or amenities of the Addiction Medicine Program are provided by the facility; however, four individuals polled by Rehabs.com to date <strong>offered positive perspectives</strong>. Metrics measuring general accommodations, meals and nutrition, the facility’s cleanliness, and opportunities for exercise and leisure activities all received ratings averaging more than four out of five stars.</p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>Two former clients surveyed by Rehabs.com to date provided <strong>generally favorable feedback</strong>. Both offered positive ratings for treatment effectiveness, awarding this metric four and five out of five stars. They noted the <strong>staff's level of training and experience was strong</strong>, as was the opportunity for family involvement in treatment. Although one alum rated their likelihood of recommending the program five out of five stars, the other offered three stars. One former client awarded the top five stars to accommodations/amenities and meals/nutrition and told Rehabs.com: “When I went there it did help me with my addiction. I feel that if a person really give it a chance it will help them.” A lack of follow-up and the expense of treatment were mentioned as weaknesses.</p> <p>Reviews of Rush University Medical Center as a whole on third-party sites were <strong>overall positive</strong>. As of this writing, the facility received an average rating of 3.8 out of five stars on Google, based on 239 reviews <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> and three stars based on 109 Yelp reviews.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small> <strong>Comments regarding staff were mixed</strong>-- some characterized staff as knowledgeable, caring, and responsive, and others reported unresponsive staff. Several noted billing issues.</p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>Two family members to date submitted <strong>positive feedback</strong> to Rehabs.com about Rush University Medical Center’s Addiction Medical Program to date. Both rated the opportunity for family participation four out of five stars. They characterized the staff as efficient, friendly, and caring.</p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>Although not specific to the Department of Psychiatry or the Addiction Medicine Program, opinions of current and former employees of Rush University Medical Center revealed a <strong>trend toward staff satisfaction with the facility</strong>. Of 355 Glassdoor reviewers, 85 percent would recommend working there to a friend.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a></small> Many described a <strong>positive work environment</strong>, while efficiency issues related to the large size of the institution were commonly identified as drawbacks. On Indeed, 382 reviewers to date gave the organization an average of four out of five stars.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-4"><sup>[4]</sup></a></small></p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>Rush University Medical Center accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, other private insurance plans, offers a self-pay discount, and may provide financial aid to clients who qualify.</p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://goo.gl/E8Imz7" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/E8Imz7</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/rush-university-medical-center-chicago-3" target="_blank">https://www.yelp.com/biz/rush-university-medical-center-chicago-3</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Rush-University-Medical-Center-Reviews-E224107.htm" target="_blank">https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Rush-University-Medical-Center-Reviews-E224107.htm</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-4"><sup>[4]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Rush-University-Medical-Center/reviews" target="_blank">https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Rush-University-Medical-Center/reviews</a></small></p>
— Sherry Adler · 2018-01-10 07:49:16 PST
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