If you have a patient struggling with substance use and other mental health concerns, consider the Nebraska Medicine Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for further assessment and treatment.
“Patients suffering from co-occurring disorders often benefit from a more comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to care” says Sara Zachman, MD, MPH, IOP medical director. Dr. Zachman explains the program aims for a whole-person approach to address everything from coping skills and healthy thinking to medication and relapse prevention.
“Our program is rooted in an evidence-based curriculum and made up of a team of compassionate and skilled providers.” She adds “the program entails a combination of individual and group therapy, as well as medications as indicated.”
The Nebraska Medicine IOP is unique to the region and features a team of psychiatric providers, clinical therapists, nurses, and care staff with experience in the assessment and treatment of substance use and other psychiatric disorders.
Comprehensive and specialized care supports long-term recovery through:
- Group therapy
- Individual therapy
- Random urine drug screenings (UDSs)
- Medication support for co-occurring disorders
- Streamlined access - both in-person and telehealth services
Who Should Be Referred?
- Adults 19 years and older with a substance use and mental health struggles
- No immediate withdrawal management or residential treatment needs
- Individuals requiring more than weekly or monthly outpatient support
- Note: No chemical dependency (CD) evaluation required
To get a patient connected, please encourage them to call us at 402.552.6007 and request an IOP intake.