Dr. Kevin Wandler, MD

About

Kevin Wandler holds multiple positions at The Recovery Village. In addition to being the founding and chief medical director at The Recovery Village, he is also the medical director at The Recovery Village Ridgefield and at The Recovery Village Palmer Lake. With more than 30 years of experience in addiction medicine, Kevin ensures that the latest research-based techniques in addiction treatment are being used. He is certified by the American Society of Addiction Medicine and is a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.

Member & Associations

• Board Certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry
• Academy for Eating Disorders (1999-Present)
• American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (1999-Present)
• American Association of Medical Review Officers (2007-Present)
• American Psychiatric Association (1984-Present)
• American Society of Addiction Medicine, formerly AMSAODD (1988-Present)
• International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (1997-Present)
• President of the Board, January 2015 – December 2016
  Board Member since 2011
• Active on Certification Committee since 2011

Latest Articles

• What Substance Abuse Specialists Do and Why It Matters
• How Drugs That Block Opiate Effects Work
• Understanding Alcohol Rehabilitation Centers
• Understanding Methadone Detox: Process, Benefits, and Challenges
• Alcohol Detox Medications
• 30-Day Inpatient Rehab Programs: Goals, Challenges & Success Rates
• What Is the Cost of Opioid Rehab?
• How to Quit Drinking Alcohol
• Drug Rehabilitation Process: How It Works
• Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Key Facts and Prevention Tips
• Recognizing and Responding to Alcohol Poisoning Symptoms
• Alcohol-Related Dementia: Effects, Causes & Prevention
• Alcohol’s Stimulant & Depressant Effects
• How Much Does Cocaine Rehab Cost?
• Heroin’s Impact on Eyes: Health Risks and Recovery
• Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Opioid Addiction
• Is Ketamine an Opioid?
• Recognizing and Treating Cocaine Addiction Symptoms
• Opioid Withdrawal Timeline: Effects & How to Treat
• Long-Term Rehabilitation: Process, Goals & Challenges
• Opioid Treatment Options in Your Area
• Military Sexual Trauma: Causes, Impact, and Solutions
• Defying Labels: Overcoming the “Addict” Identity
• How Family Support Improves Recovery Outcomes for Veterans
• Addressing Opioid Use After Service-Related Injuries
• Mindfulness for Veterans: A Comprehensive Guide
• Overcoming Health Challenges and Addiction Among Veterans
• Alcohol and Diabetes: Can Alcohol Cause Diabetes?
• 5 Health Benefits of Dry January
• Disulfiram (Antabuse): Side Effects, Interactions, Uses & More
• Alcohol Use Disorder in Veterans
• Acamprosate in the Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorder
• Self-Medicating with Alcohol: Risks, Effects, and Alternatives
• Concealing Alcohol Use: Common Hiding Spots, Risks & Signs
• Reversing Alcohol Damage: Is It Possible?
• Coping with an Alcoholic Boyfriend
• Alcohol Relapse: Signs, Triggers & Prevention
• Alcoholism Recovery Timeline: What Happens When You Quit Drinking?
• Non-12-Step Rehab Programs: Alternatives to AA for Addiction
• Same-Day Admission Rehab for Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment
• Alcohol and Its Potential Role in Causing Depersonalization
• Quitting Alcohol Cold Turkey: Dangers, Effects & How to Do It
• Alcohol Detox Shakes & Tremors: How to Stop Them
• Signs of Hitting ‘Rock Bottom’ in Alcohol Addiction and What to Do About It
• Alcohol Moderation Management: Programs, Process & Benefits
• Is It Ever Too Late to Get Sober?
• Neurological Effects of Alcohol: Impact of Alcohol on the Brain
• 6 Myths About Drinking Debunked
• Can Alcohol in Food Affect Recovery?
• What Is Alcoholic Thinking? Characteristics & How to Overcome It
• Alcohol Misuse: Pre-pandemic and Now
• Find Drug & Alcohol Rehab Centers Near You in Ohio
• Alcohol Rehab and Detox in Columbus, Ohio
• Frequently Asked Questions About Drug Rehab
• The Dangers of Snorting Norco
• Xanax and Norco: What Happens When You Mix Them?
• The Dangers of Tramadol and Alcohol. What to know and avoid when mixing Tramadol & Alcohol
• Drugs of Addiction
• How Alcohol Causes Brain Damage