Atrium Health Mercy

A full-service community hospital with more than 100 years of history in Charlotte, North Carolina, Atrium Health Mercy provides inpatient medical detox for people experiencing drug or alcohol withdrawal, including those with other medical or mental health conditions. Part of Carolinas Medical Center, the hospital combines physician-supervised withdrawal care with 24-hour nursing and counseling with access to emergency and specialty medical services.

Manage Withdrawal with Hospital-Based Medical and Behavioral Health Care

The inpatient detox program provides medical supervision as clients manage drug or alcohol withdrawal. Physicians oversee treatment, while nurses monitor symptoms and provide care around the clock, and counseling helps clients address substance use concerns during their stay. Beyond detox, Mercy offers behavioral health services, including electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for certain serious mental health conditions, along with pain management and other specialty medical services. These services allow the hospital to address a wider range of health needs, although availability depends on each client's condition and treatment plan.

Plan for Continued Care with Family and Spiritual Support

Before discharge, the care team develops an individualized plan based on each client's medical needs and next level of care, whether returning home or transferring to another healthcare setting. Chaplains provide spiritual support to people of all faiths, and a 24-hour chapel offers space for prayer and reflection. The hospital also has a cafeteria, coffee shop, and vending machines, with nearby lodging options for families traveling to Charlotte.