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Addiction Medicine Consulting & Professional Services

Physician-led services for treatment programs, employers, and legal professionals—including medical director services, MRO support, independent evaluations, and program consulting.

Physician-Led. Independent. Evidence-Based.

Addiction Medicine Consulting Services

Medical Director Services

Physician oversight and clinical leadership for addiction treatment programs.

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MRO Services

Independent, compliant review and interpretation of drug testing results.

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Independent Evaluations

Objective substance use evaluations for legal, professional, and employment settings.

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Program & Employer Consulting

Guidance on policies, compliance, and program development related to substance use.

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Explore Services and Next Steps

If you’d like to discuss your needs or learn more about available services, you may schedule a brief call directly with Dr. Viel.

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Prefer email? Contact Dr. Viel at Stephen.Viel@ShorleineMAT.com

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Scope of Services

We provide physician-led addiction medicine consulting services for treatment programs, employers, and legal professionals.


Our work spans medical director services, MRO support, independent evaluations, and program consulting—grounded in clinical expertise, ethical rigor, and a practical understanding of real-world operational and regulatory needs.

  • We provide physician medical director services for addiction treatment programs seeking an engaged physician partnerwith practical clinical and operational experience.

    Services may include:

    • Clinical protocol development and review

    • Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) guidance

    • Support for program certifications (including CARF and similar accreditation standards)

    • Policy development and compliance support related to substance use treatment services

    • Case consultation and collaboration with clinical and administrative teams

    • Support for program development and expansion

    • Availability for ongoing, interim, or PRN medical director roles

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  • We provide Medical Review Officer (MRO) services for organizations requiring independent, compliant review of drug testing results.

    Services may include:

    • Verification and interpretation of laboratory results

    • Donor interview and medical explanation review

    • Compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks (including DOT when applicable)

    • Communication of verified results to employers or designated parties

    • Support for workplace and program drug testing processes

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  • We provide independent substance use evaluations grounded in clinical expertise and ethical rigor, with a clear separation from treatment.
    Our services support organizations and professionals who require objective, defensible medical opinions related to substance use, impairment, and risk.

    Services may include:

    • Fitness-for-duty and return-to-work evaluations

    • Substance use and impairment risk assessments

    • Evaluations for legal, employment, or professional purposes

    • Written reports suitable for administrative or legal review

    • Collaboration with attorneys, employers, and other stakeholders as appropriate

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  • We provide consulting services for organizations developing, managing, or refining substance use–related policies and programs.

    Services may include:

    • Development of workplace drug and alcohol policies

    • Guidance on substance use monitoring programs

    • Support for integrating addiction-related services into existing programs

    • Consultation on regulatory and compliance considerations

    • Education and collaboration with leadership and staff

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  • We recognize that organizational needs vary and may extend beyond standard service categories.

    We are available to support:

    • Interim or short-term coverage needs

    • Complex or unique case consultations

    • Program startup or expansion planning

    • After-hours or time-sensitive consultation when appropriate

    Please contact us to discuss specific needs or customized engagement structures.

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Dr. Stephen C Viel, MD MBA

Services are provided by Dr. Stephen Viel, a board-certified physician in both Addiction Medicine and Emergency Medicine, with extensive experience in clinical care, medical leadership, and healthcare operations.

Dr. Viel brings a pragmatic, patient-centered approach informed by years of frontline emergency medicine practice and community-based addiction care.

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Schedule a Call

If you’d like to discuss your needs or learn more about available services, you may schedule a brief call directly with Dr. Viel using the calendar.

Prefer email? Contact Dr. Viel at Stephen.Viel@ShorleineMAT.com

Independent Evaluation & Consulting Services
Physician-led, non-treatment services provided for legal, employment, administrative, and compliance-related matters.

All services offered on this page are independent and non-treatment in nature. Engagement does not establish an ongoing physician-patient relationship. Services are conducted remotely unless otherwise specified.

For treatment services or clinical care, please visit the Shoreline Medical Addiction Treatment website.

You can reach Dr. Viel directly by email at Stephen.Viel@ShorelineMAT.com.

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