Michael Levy

Michael Levy Quick Facts
Dr. Levy relies on his extensive experience in the field to treat addictive disease, utilizing his knowledge of general medicine, psychiatry, psychology and pharmacology. One of only a 202 physicians in the United States recognized as a Fellow, American Society ofr Addiction Medicine (FASAM), Dr. Levy specializes in prevention, diagnosis, treatment of withdrawal, medical or psychiatric complications, relapse and monitoring of recovery.
For nearly 25 years, Dr. Levy has dedicated his medical career tornthe treatment of drug and alcohol dependencies, serving inrnadministrative positions for adolescent and adult dependency treatment programs in Wisconsin, Arizona and Nevada.
Board certified in Addiction Medicine, Michael S. Levy, D.O., FASAM has 25 years experience in treating alcohol and drug dependencies. Herncurrently serves as medical director of the Center for Addictionr Medicine, a private specialty medical practice in the Las Vegas Metropolitan area. Levy founded the Center for Addiction Medicine in 1995 to help address the growing issue of addiction in the rapidly expanding Las Vegas Valley. Since then, the practice has grown in size and scope, but has remained one of the few private medical practices dedicated solely to the evaluation and treatment of addictive disease.
Learn more about Dr. Michael S Levy and Addiction Treatment at www.addictionhelp.com
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The Goody Two Shoes of 2007 - Inspirational Good Deeds Contest
The Goody Two Shoes of 2007 - Inspirational Good Deeds ContestnnAre you a kindhearted person who does good deeds for other people without any need for them to thank you?nnDo you know of anybody who does compassionate acts of kindness for other people and requires no thanks in return?nnWe are looking for the most superb Goody Two Shoe story of 2007.nnTells us an inspirational story about their or your good deeds and you can win a prize of $500.00.nnIt can be a kindhearted chil
August 8, 2007
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The Inspiring Story of Little Goody Two Shoes
One of the Most Popular and Influential Children's/Adults Books of the Eighteenth Century.nnThe History of Goody Two-Shoes was one of the most famous, popular and influential children's/adults books of the eighteenth century. It had an unparalleled status for many years ... It was universally popular for over two hundred years before languishing in obscurity...nnNow, after two hundred and forty-two years, Point of Life publishing house has renewed, refreshed, revitalized and
June 24, 2007
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A Clever Mind vs Wisdom
Science has yet to define the meaning of wisdom in scientific terminology. I guess they require some type of clever or mathematical proof wisdom exists? Perhaps clever humans may not at this time be able to use their sophisticated minds to determine the meaning of wisdom, however a few clever people maybe able to understand the difference between a clever mind and a mind that can embody wisdom. n nA clever mind possesses the ability to learn knowledge, skills, logic and reaso
June 12, 2007
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A Serene Atmosphere to Savor by Michael Levy.
It is always a pleasure to go out to a nice restaurant with friends and enjoy a good meal.nWe arrive at the restaurant where the Maitre d' greets us with a friendly welcome and shows us to a table. We have the best view in the house overlooking a wonderful garden filled with exotic plants nand flowers. nnWe then receive the menu filled with delectable mouth watering dishes. Such an array of food to chose from. We make our choices and indulge in meaningful talk whist we wait f
March 19, 2007
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The Ten Essential Requirements For Asset Management.
How good are you at managing your assets? Over the past few years, I have received a few invitations to attend seminars at high-class restaurants. Naturally, I have attend a few and enjoyed a nice meal and at the same time listened to expert financial managers teach me how to take care of my assets. nn nnMost of the speakers are overweight and do not seem to be in the best of health. The audiences are mostly elderly retired people and most of them appear to be on medications,
October 12, 2005
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Intellectual Diseases
If we take a look at all the past mayhem and destruction, we will find it all emanates from the minds of human beings that used their intellectual brain to the detriment of humanity. On the 4th August two main headlines hit the news. Martha Stewart was sentenced to three extra weeks for being outside and enjoying the fresh air and going to Yoga classes. This is reminiscent of any past witch hunt by religious zealots. n nAnother headline read - Ayman al-Zawahri, a deputy leade
August 5, 2005
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What Kind of People?
What Kind of People? by Michael Levy.nnWhat kind of people would give scientists $333,000,000 to spend on sending one rocket into deep space, so that it can smash into a comet 82,000,000 miles away, while 30,000 people a day die in Africa from poverty? nIs it more important to derive small pieces of information on earths creation/evolution from the comet's explosion rather than help the 44 million people without medical insurance in the USA?nnMaybe there would be far fewer de
July 4, 2005
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Everything is Relative
Everything is Relative. n(extract from "The Joys of Live Alchemy.")n nEverything relates to nothing ⦠Nothing is relative to everything. When you live as nothing you have no-thing to lose and can turn into any-thing you wish.nnLiving life in an ever-changing universe can become complex and distressing for most human beings. Everything on earth has a connection to everything else if we take the time to search for their origin. Albert Einsteinâs theory of relativity changed
May 18, 2005
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The Why's in the Road.
The Why's in the Road. By Michael Levy nnEach day in our lives there are decisions to be made. Most are small but nevertheless can have significant impact on our happiness. We amble along and make the most of each situation we face as the result of our actions. But there will come a time when we come to a BIG fork in the road. A big Y. Do we turn left or right. Perhaps we have been laid off from a job we had for twenty years or more. Maybe we are confronting a divorce after t
February 14, 2003
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Drug Treatment Addiction Recovery
Drug treatment center located in Las Vegas Nevada specializing in addiction recovery, alcoholism and drug treatment and drug rehab.
October 1, 2008
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The Career Academy, LLC
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June 27, 2008
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A Powerhouse of Books at Point of Life
September 23, 2007
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A Powerhouse of Books at Point of Life
A Powerhouse of Books at Point of Life
September 23, 2007
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A Powerhouse of Books at Point of Life
September 23, 2007
Contacting Michael Levy
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Center for Addiction Medicine
4445 S Jones Blvd Ste 3
Las Vegas NV 89103
(702) 873-7800 office
(702) 873-0834 fax
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ADDICTION TREATMENT SERVICES
Because addiction is a brain disease, the affliction requires medical treatment like any other disease. Dr. Levy offers a range ofrntreatment options that are medically effective and individualized tornthe needs of a specific patient.
ADDICTION REHAB
Effective rehabilitation with Dr. Michael Levy focuses on treating clients with dignity, respect and confidentiality, helping individuals reintegrate into society as productive, drug-free individuals.
DETOXIFICATION
Detoxification is the process of allowing the body to rid itself of a drug while managing the symptoms of withdrawal. It is often the first step in a drug addiction treatment program and should be accompanied by treatment with a behavioral therapy, individual counseling and/or medication. Detox alone with no follow-up is not treatment.
TREATMENT MEDICATIONS
EXPERT WITNESS
Levy is a qualified expert in district and family courts. He has extensive experience in criminal and civil matters with great trial experience.