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Addiction psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in the treatment of people who have substance use disorder. This includes substances like alcohol, medicines, or illegal drugs.
Addiction psychiatrists are not recognized as a separate medical subspecialty but are usually psychiatrists who are certified through the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Current as of: July 31, 2024
Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
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