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Dr. Sarah Mitchell
MD, FASAM — Medical Director & Chief Medical Reviewer
Board Certified
15+ Years Experience
ASAM Fellow
About
Dr. Sarah Mitchell is a board-certified addiction medicine specialist with over 15 years of clinical experience treating substance use disorders. She serves as Medical Director and Chief Medical Reviewer at Clean & Recovery, where she oversees the medical accuracy of all published content.
Dr. Mitchell completed her medical degree at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and her residency in Internal Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. She holds board certifications in both Internal Medicine and Addiction Medicine, and is a Fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (FASAM).
Her clinical focus areas include opioid use disorder, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), withdrawal management, and co-occurring mental health conditions. She has treated thousands of patients across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
Education & Training
- MD — Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
- Residency, Internal Medicine — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Fellowship, Addiction Medicine — Yale School of Medicine
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
- American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM)
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) — Fellow
- American Medical Association (AMA)
- American College of Physicians (ACP)
Editorial Role
As Chief Medical Reviewer, Dr. Mitchell reviews every article published on Clean & Recovery for medical accuracy, clinical relevance, and adherence to current evidence-based guidelines. She ensures all content meets the standards outlined in our editorial process.
Articles by Dr. Mitchell
Recognizing Overdose Signs: What You Need to Know
Knowing the signs of an overdose can save a life. Learn how to recognize and respond to drug overdose emergencies.
Detox Centers: What to Expect During Medical Detox
Medical detox is often the first step in recovery. Learn what happens at a detox center and how to prepare.
Glassy Eyes: What They Mean and When to Worry
Glassy eyes can be a sign of substance use or other medical conditions. Learn what causes them and when to seek help.
Therapy Options for Addiction Treatment
From CBT to motivational interviewing, explore the most effective therapy approaches for addiction recovery.
Understanding Drug Addiction: Causes, Signs, and Treatment
Drug addiction is a complex brain disorder. Learn about the causes, warning signs, and effective treatment approaches.