A Moncton, N.B., methadone treatment clinic is shutting its doors because of a shortage of doctors specializing in addictions treatment, which means its 376 patients will have to find treatment elsewhere.
The Cameron Street Clinic has been providing treatment for those dealing with opioid use disorder since 2008.
Patients come to the clinic for medications, including methadone and Sublocade, which help manage withdrawal symptoms for opioids such as fentanyl.
But Dr. Christopher Levesque, the clinic’s physician, says the clinic will have to close its doors in the new year.
“On Dec. 14 of this year, I turn 74. So a decision had to be made. I had to look at my longevity and when my best before date is,” he said.
“My contract is up at the end of May (2025), which puts a heavy strain on the clinic without anyone to take on the clinical care.”
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While the treatment is paid …