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Run 4 Recovery 5K

Join the UF Health Florida Recovery Center for the 4th Annual Run 4 Recovery 5K as we aim to increase awareness of substance use disorders and celebrate those in recovery. When: Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023 | Check-in opens at 7:30 a.m. | Race begins at 8:30 a.m.Where:…

FRC Honors 25 Years of Treating Addiction and Saving Lives

UF Health Florida Recovery Center commemorated 25 years of providing patient care and building long-lasting relationships on Feb. 21. Thanks to those who attended the event and thank you to the GNV Greater Gainesville Chamber for hosting to make it the special evening that it was!…

FRC Medical Director won ASAM Annual Award

Dr. Scott Teitelbaum, vice chair of addiction medicine and Pottash Professor in the University of Florida departments of psychiatry and neuroscience, began the year off right with a national award from the American Society of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Teitelbaum, who is the medical director at the UF Health…

December Spotlight

Megan Santiago, fiscal coordinator at the UF Health Florida Recovery Center, received a Shining Star award at the December staff meeting after being nominated by her peers because of her enthusiasm and optimistic outlook on day-to-day duties.  “Megan is always willing to assist when needed, and she always has a…

November Spotlight

At the November all staff meeting, two employees were recognized for shining among their peers. UF Health Florida Recovery Center Executive Director, Roxane Harcourt, L.M.F.T., honored Danielle Smith, administrative assistant, and Daniel Alvarez, substance abuse technician, for their outstanding attitudes and exemplary service. “We are recognizing Danielle today because she goes…

September Spotlight

At the September all staff meeting, UF Health Florida Recovery Center Executive Director, Roxane Harcourt, L.M.F.T., honored several people for their incredible work during Hurricane Irma. Several staff members and physicians worked  around the clock to keep FRC patients safe and comfortable. “They stepped up and took their responsibility and obligation very seriously by…