Dr. Cynthia Vuittonet M.D.
Addiction Medicine Specialist | Addiction Medicine
275 HOBART ST PERTH AMBOY NJ, 08861About
Dr. Cynthia Vuittonet is an Addiction Medicine Physician in Perth Amboy, NJ. Vuittonet is dedicated to helping patients receive the treatment they need so they can enjoy a positive and fulfilling lifestyle. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Vuittonet is uncompromising in her dedication to the well-being of her patients and strives to provide the best care. In addition to patient care, Dr. Vuittonet is the current Chief Medical Officer of Jewish Renaissance Medical Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center in Perth Amboy, NJ and a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. Dr. Vuittonet has been published in many peer-reviewed journals and is the recipient of many prestigious awards, including the American College of Physicians Young Achiever Award and most recently was selected as a Fellow in the American College of Physicians. Additionally, Dr. Vuittonet is a member of numerous professional organizations and membership committees. She is committed to providing skilled, comprehensive health care in a warm and compassionate environment and seeks to build strong, long-lasting relationships to optimize patient care, education, and outcomes.
Education and Training
Brown Medical School MD 2012
Board Certification
American Board of Addiction Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Dr. Cynthia Vuittonet M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Hydrocodone withdrawal?
My advice would be to see a medical professional to discuss options for detox or Pain Management. READ MORE
What are withdrawal symptoms after using painkillers?
The most common symptoms of opioid withdrawal are muscle pain, chills, sweats, runny nose, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, insomnia, and irritability READ MORE
Can oxycodone become addictive?
Yes READ MORE
What makes heroin so addictive?
Heroin is made with an additive, called fentanyl. Fentanyl is very cheap, and highly addictive. The reason why it is so addictive is because it creates a euphoria and a neurologic response in the brain. In addition to the neurologic response, the body becomes chemically dependent on the opioid, due to its affinity for one of the receptors in the brain. without this receptor, being occupied by an opiate, individuals will go through withdrawal. READ MORE
How long do the effects of opioids stay in your system?
Chronic opioid use can lead to hormonal dysfunction and neurologic changes. Each person varies. Some have life long changes from chronic opioid use. READ MORE
Inadvertent Xanax withdrawal symptoms?
Your withdrawal symptoms should stop after you restart your medication. Typically after the first dose most people have resolution of their withdrawal. There could be another reason why you aren’t feeling well. Speak to your doctor. READ MORE
Dependency to opiate vs addiction
Chemically dependent on a medication requires tolerance and an element of withdrawal when the medication is not taken. “Addiction” or substance use disorder is a term that we use to distinguish an unhealthy use of a substance. In your case, I would talk to the doctor prescribing your medications and perhaps involving your family in that conversation as it pertains to your terminal condition. READ MORE
Can medications give you a false positive on a drug test?
Urine drug screens can be done on site and read rapidly. There can be false positive or even negatives. All urine tests should be sent to a lab to do a full quantitative analysis to determine if it was a false positive or a true positive. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine 2022 - Present
- Clinical Assistant Professor Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine 2020 - 2022
Awards
- Young Achiever Award 2017 American College of Physicians
- Young Achiever Award 2019 American College of Physicians
Professional Memberships
- American College of Physicians
- American Society of Addiction Medicine
- American Medical Association
- American Medical Women's Association
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