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Dr. John Umhau, MD

Dr. John Umhau, MD

Addiction Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Umhau, MD is an addiction medicine internist in Whiteriver, AZ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine in 1981. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 5 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

200 W Hospital Dr Whiteriver, AZ 85941

Make an Appointment

(928) 338-3555

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Umhau specializes in the areas of Addiction Medicine & Public Health & General Preventive Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Umhau's Reviews

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Open Mind for Change
Seeking treatment with Dr. Umhau provided an alternative solution for me to control then later stop drinking all together. I did not have to fight the urge to stop the cravings. I highly recommend his services to anyone seeking help.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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OneChange – Jun 01, 2022
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Dr. Umhau is a godsend. He’s a very patient person who genuinely cares about his patients. He always takes the time to explain things to me in terms that I can understand. He’s diligent in making sure my health is the best it can be. I would recommend Dr. Umhau to anyone seeking a kind, compassionate, and brilliant doctor!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 31, 2021
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Dr. Umhau has shown me the science behind my AUD, and the linkage between nutrition, inflammation and AUD. He is evidence based, and at the same time extremely compassionate. Dr. Umhau cares about what he is doing to help me. He even reached out to me during a self imposed hiatus from the Sinclair method, just to say hello and say that he was thinking about me. That reach-out brought be back to the Sinclair method. Quite frankly, I wish all my doctors were like Dr. Umhau.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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John F – Mar 31, 2021
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Compassionate, effective counseling. I had struggled with AUD for years, and spent several months attempting to obtain treatment using The Sinclair Method through insurance. After being repeatedly denied by my psychiatrist, I found Dr. Umhau. Eight months later, I have achieved full extinction and moved to the ongoing monitoring phase of managing my disorder. My relationships with my children and my spouse have improved. It is a life-changing service.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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C. – Feb 26, 2021
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If you are interested in a different way of addressing addiction, I highly recommend Dr. Umhau. I worked with him using the Sinclair Method (TSM) for Alcohol Use Disorder, and found him to be patient and encouraging. He offered a variety of solutions and amazing support. I am alcohol free after being an almost daily drinker for nearly 30 years. He truly cares about his patients and is responsive to questions and prescription requests. It is all via telemedicine, which is so convenient.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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T – Feb 09, 2021
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Dr.Umhau is one of the best doctors I have ever had. He takes so much time trying to understand you and your problems, has a lot of helpful dietary suggestions and very importantly follows the Sinclair Method of treating alcohol disorders. I am forever grateful to have met him, and I cant recommend him highly enough!!!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Optimist – Jul 29, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Alcohol use disorder is a complex condition affecting different people in different ways. The most effective treatment adapts the latest scientific knowledge to the individual, often using medications with the Sinclair Method while recognizing...read more

biography

A practicing addiction medicine specialist, Dr. Umhau directs Alcohol Recovery Medicine, an online practice which provides telemedicine treatment for people with alcohol use disorder in Arizona, California, Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, and...read more

  • Addiction Medicine

  • Preventive Public Health Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • National Institute On Alcohol Abuse And Alcoholism

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Davidson College

    Undergraduate School

  • Johns Hopkins

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • University Of Maryland Baltimore Md

    Internship Hospital, 1982

  • Wake Forest School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981

  • Mph, Johns Hopkins University School Of Hygiene And Public Health

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Preventive Medicine
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Addiction Medicine†
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Public Health & General Preventive Medicine
†Self designated 
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Practice

Whiteriver Service Unit200 W Hospital Dr Whiteriver, AZ 85941
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