

About Dr. John
Dr. John Emmel has been actively treating addiction since 1980. He’s a board certified physician in both Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine. Additionally, he serves as a Medical Director/Consultant to the SC State Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services. Dr. Emmel’s lifelong passion for helping people engage in active recovery is evident not only in his individual clinical work, but also in his teaching/training of other professionals in the field of addiction.
“The chronic disease of addiction, together with all of its consequences, is the biggest medical problem the country faces. I have dedicated myself to being an integral part of the team of professionals assisting each individual in finding his/her personal path to recovery.”
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Executive Team

Jonas Coatsworth
CEO & Chief Clinical Officer

Katie Carter
Director of Admissions

Melanie Knight
Director of Marketing & BD

Chad Paitl
Director of Facility Operations

Janie Ilderton
Director of Human Relations

Dr. John Emmel, M.D.
Chief Medical Officer
