Dr. Garrett McGovern, a GP specialising in alcohol and substance abuse for over 15 years, has developed an outpatient programme of recovery that he believes is unique in its treatment of drug, alcohol and other behavioural addictions.

• The first outpatient doctor led programme of its kind in the country
• Treats all addictions and at any degree of severity
• Long term aftercare and follow up are key components of the programme
• Programme can be accessed from anywhere in Ireland
• Recognises the role of the family in addiction and offers therapy where appropriate

The most difficult step in any addiction is addressing the problem and seeking formal treatment. All enquiries made to the Priority Medical Clinic are handled with the utmost sensitivity and respect to confidentiality.

Dr. Garrett McGovern

If you have any queries about the programme or would like some advice regarding an addiction issue you can e-mail Dr. McGovern at drmcgovern@prioritymedicalclinic.ie  or call the clinic to arrange a consultation on 01-2916153

Your query will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Addiction is a chronic relapsing condition which affects many families worldwide. The programme that Dr. McGovern has developed at the Priority Medical Clinic is evidence based and brings together the skills of specialists in addiction counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy, family therapy, relaxation therapy and relapse prevention therapy. This multidisciplinary collaborative approach provides patients with the best possible care in dealing with their addiction.

Drug addiction is recognised by the World Health Organisation as a chronic relapsing condition for which there is no known cure. It should be viewed no differently than other chronic medical illnesses. The ethos of Priority Medical Clinic is one of harm reduction, “a term which defines policies, programmes, services and actions that work to reduce the health, social and economic harms to individuals, communities and society that are associated with the use of drugs” (Newcombe, 1992)

• An advanced,comprehensive and collaborative addiction recovery programme
• Empathic and patient centered approach
• Evidence based interventions
• Provides a comfortable, safe and positive environment
• Emphasis on improving mental, emotional and physical health.
• Free initial consultation with Dr. McGovern
• Programmes are designed towards an individuals addiction.

Our treatment  approach is pragmatic, evidence based, non-judgemental and individually tailored to the patient. There is a particular emphasis on improving mental , emotional and physical health and the use of cognitive behavioural therapy, individual counselling and relaxation techniques. The focus is on the individual rather than the drug and the programme is delivered in a way that reduces the stigma associated with addiction.

The Priority Medical Clinic treats all forms of physical and behavioural addictions including,

• Alcoholism
• Opiate addiction e.g. heroin and codeine
• Stimulant addiction e.g. cocaine, amphetamines and ecstasy
• Benzodiazepine addiction e.g Valium
• Cannabis addiction
• ‘Head Shop’ drugs
• Gambling addiction
• Shopping or spending addiction

Addiction is a chronic relapsing condition which afflicts many families worldwide. The programme Dr McGovern has developed at the Priority Medical Clinic is evidence based and brings together the skills of specialists in addiction counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy, family therapy, relaxation therapy and relapse prevention therapy. This multidisciplinary collaborative approach provides patients with the best possible care in dealing with their addictions.

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