Our Medical Reviewer
Ensuring the content on AddictionRehab.com is accurate, evidence-based, and up-to-date.
Dr. Tariq M. Ghafoor
M.D.
Addiction Psychiatry Specialist
Medical Director, Aurora Behavioral
Certified Suboxone Provider
Meet the Medical Reviewer
Dr. Tariq M. Ghafoor brings more than 30 years of clinical, administrative, and academic psychiatric experience to the oversight of AddictionRehab.com’s clinical content. His long-standing background in acute care psychiatry, addiction treatment systems, clinical program oversight, and medical leadership allows him to bring a uniquely balanced perspective to the content on AddictionRehab.com.
Board Certifications (American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology)
- General Psychiatry (1994–present)
- Addiction Psychiatry (multiple cycles 1998–2028)
- Forensic Psychiatry (1999–2019)
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry – Fellowship Trained & Board Eligible
Specialized Post-Graduate Training
- Fellowship, Forensic Psychiatry: USC School of Medicine
- Fellowship, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry: USC School of Medicine
- Residency, General Psychiatry: St. Elizabeths Hospital, Washington, D.C.
Professional Roles & Leadership
- Medical Director, Aurora Behavioral Healthcare–East (2016–present)
- Attending Psychiatrist, Aurora Behavioral Healthcare–East (2016–present)
- Clinical & Forensic Psychiatric Practice (2004–present)
- Past Medical Director, Valley Hospital (Phoenix, AZ)
- Past Chief Medical Officer (Acting), Arizona State Hospital
- Past Director, Forensic Psychiatric Services, Arizona State Hospital
- Past President, Arizona Psychiatric Society
Important Medical & Legal Disclaimers
Medical Disclaimer
The medical review conducted by Tariq M. Ghafoor, M.D. on select educational content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or establish a doctor–patient relationship. Dr. Ghafoor does not provide clinical services through this website and does not endorse, recommend, or evaluate any individual treatment facility listed on AddictionRehab.com.
All decisions about medical care, addiction treatment, or mental health services should be made in consultation with a licensed healthcare professional who can consider your personal medical history and needs.
If you are experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, or if you are thinking about self-harm, call 911 or 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), or seek immediate help at the nearest emergency room.
Directory Disclaimer
AddictionRehab.com is an informational directory. Facility listings are provided for general reference only and are not verified, evaluated, or endorsed by Dr. Ghafoor or AddictionRehab.com. Visitors are responsible for verifying licensing, accreditation, insurance participation, program quality, and suitability of any treatment provider.
Accuracy & Updates
We strive to ensure accuracy, but addiction treatment information evolves over time. Content may change, and we cannot guarantee that all information on this site is current, complete, or error-free. Reviewed pages include a “Last medically reviewed” date.
By using this site, you agree that neither Dr. Ghafoor nor AddictionRehab.com is liable for any decisions or actions made based on the information provided.