Burning Tree Programs Announces Hiring of New Medical Director

Leader in Addiction Recovery Treatment Creates New Role for Burning Tree West

TUCSON, Ariz., April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Burning Tree Programs, the nation's leading provider for addiction treatment, announced today the hiring of Dr. Devin Dunatov, MD, as the Medical Director of Burning Tree West in Tucson, Arizona.

Dr. Dunatov brings more than 10 years of experience to Burning Tree West, most recently having served as a psychiatrist at Clarity Behavioral Health Group. He completed his adult psychiatry residency training at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, and went on to complete fellowship training in addiction psychiatry.

Throughout his career, Dr. Dunatov found a passion for working with individuals with mental health needs, which led him to pursue a career in psychiatry. One of his biggest draws to working in the industry is the ability to sit with patients, hear their stories, and offer help in addressing mental health needs that will impact all facets of their lives. His passion for addiction medicine is driven by understanding addiction as a complex biological and psychosocial process, and helping patients find freedom in recovery.

"I am thrilled to welcome a very talented and experienced doctor to our leadership team," said Anthony Marengo, Executive Director of Burning Tree West. "Burning Tree West has long served the state's and nation's youth transitioning into sobriety beyond treatment, and Dr. Dunatov will bring added depth and experience to the treatment we provide. With the addition of a medical director position and Dr. Dunatov to our leadership team, we are increasing our level of care overall to the addiction recovery center and community."

As the medical director, Dr. Dunatov will provide patient care when requested or needed, including Psychiatric Stabilization, to assist in cases with hospital admission for stabilization services when necessary. Dr. Dunatov will provide a direct line of communication, available 24/7, for the clinical team to consult on patient care and more complex cases, and will aid in the development of Burning Tree West's medical services as the program grows.

"The addition of Dr. Dunatov to the leadership team is very exciting for Burning Tree West," said Joshua New, LMSW, Clinical Director of Burning Tree West. "He's personable and passionate about what he does, and he's very knowledgeable about addiction. I'm eager to see what he can bring to the team and the extra level of support he can provide."

Having an in-house medical director at Burning Tree West opens the door to new opportunities for the addiction recovery center and its staff. With the addition of a medical director role, the leadership team can now be more hands on with medication and prescriptions for clients that need additional support, consult with an MD on how to move forward with a case, transition a client to a higher level of care, gain education and support, and much more.

About Burning Tree Programs
Burning Tree Programs is a leader in the addiction recovery community, comprising three uniquely specialized rehabilitation centers: Burning Tree Ranch for authentic, long-term treatment specializing in chronic relapse, Burning Tree West for advanced life skills, independence and lasting sobriety, and Renewal Lodge, a residential program specializing in mindfulness training and 12-step treatment. Founded in 1999 by David Elliott, Burning Tree's mission is to help every client realize a life of excellence beyond sobriety. To learn more, visit https://www.burningtreeranch.com.

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