Dr. Andre S. Chen MD, Family Practitioner
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Dr. Andre S. Chen MD

Addiction Medicine Specialist | Addiction Medicine

2000 S MAYS ST STE 201 ROUND ROCK TX, 78664
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About

Dr. Andre Chen is an Addiction Medicine Physician in AUSTIN, ROUND ROCK, KILLEEN, AND WACO, TX.  In addition, he works with pain management patients.

Education and Training

University of Texas at Austin MBA 1997

University of Texas at Austin Bachelor's Degree in Biology 1988

Board Certification

American Board of Preventive Medicine

American Board of Family Medicine

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Dr. Andre S. Chen MD's Expert Contributions
  • How to help a friend addicted to opiods?

    Let you know that you care about them and look into medical treatment options that they may have. This is not easy as much of it is confusing and difficult to access. Also, get some naloxone. Here's a inexpensive and good book about the medical treatment of opioid addiction: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35785382-overcoming-opioid-addiction READ MORE

  • What are the side effects of opioid addition?

    Opioid addiction can cause personal devastation and overdose death. https://www.tpt.org/the-opioid-fix/video/the-opioid-fix-35864 READ MORE

  • Which antidepressant medication is the least addictive?

    Most antidepressants aren't addictive but you can become dependent on them. The difference is that they usually don't negative affect your life and when you want to stop then you can slowly taper off a medication you become dependent on without too much of a problem. READ MORE

  • What is being done to ween people off addictive prescription drugs?

    Getting doctors to wean patients off mediations that they are dependent on is pretty much like expecting the restaurant industry to make people to eat healthier. You can do promotions and make regulations but not everyone is able to or wants to follow them. READ MORE

  • Dependency to opiate vs addiction

    The use of opioids for chronic pain is controversial because there are differences in opinion about what the benefits vs the risks are. They can cause behavioral and cognitive side effects. It is not unusual in legal matters for them to be used to question someone's judgement. A mental health professional can render an opinion about whether someone has an addiction vs physical dependence based on the DSM5 criteria for opioid use disorder. READ MORE

  • Does psychotherapy help people addicted to medicine?

    Psychotherapy can help, however, there is a biologic issue with addiction to medication such as opioids. Think of the bottom level of Maslov's Hierarchy of Needs. Addictions work on the bottom level. Opioid addiction can be more deadly compared to other addictions. READ MORE

  • Can the overuse of prescription medication lead to obesity?

    Many antidepressants have a side effect of weight gain. Some more than others. READ MORE

  • Can you be addicted to anesthesia?

    Yes, but those drugs aren't usually prescribed from pharmacies, however, people who have access to them such as those who work in medical offices and hospitals can. One example of propofol which is what Michael Jackson died from. READ MORE

  • Are anti-anxiety drugs dangerous?

    Some can be. Benzodiazepines, for example, like alprazolam, diazepam, lorazepam, and clonazepam, are similar to alcohol in their effects. READ MORE

  • Why is very addictive medicine even prescribed?

    Addictive medication is a tool like any other and has risks and benefits. It's like asking why junk food is served when it is so unhealthy. Moreover, why do people eat it? Because it's fast, cheap, and very satisfying in the short term. READ MORE

  • My son has become reliant on taking Tylenol?

    Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is not considered to be addictive nor do people usually become dependent on it. One can develop a habit or routine, however, due to some other need, however. READ MORE

  • What are signs of a heroin addiction?

    They can be. One simple sign to look for is pinpoint pupils. Opioids cause the pupils to constrict. You need to learn more, though. From a medical standpoint: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35785382-overcoming-opioid-addiction READ MORE

  • Can medications give you a false positive on a drug test?

    It depends on the type of test. Some tests are presumptive such as the ones that are done directly in the specimen cup. Others are sent to labs for mass spectrometry and are considered definitive and don't usually have false positive results. A person who is taking illicit substances never really knows what is in them. Fentanyl is used to adulterate just about any illicit substance including counterfeit pills. READ MORE

  • Does my son need to go to support group or rehab for alcohol?

    There are multiple effective paths to alcohol recovery, both inpatient and outpatient. There is no one-size fits all. One path that should be considered more often is medical treatment: https://www.wsj.com/articles/a-prescription-to-end-drinking-1418687580 READ MORE

  • How long does it take to quit smoking?

    Nicotine replacement is available over the counter so you could start quitting today. However, the entire process may take multiple attempts over months to years. READ MORE

  • What makes heroin so addictive?

    Opioids such as heroin have always been addictive. The availability and potency has increased over the past couple of decades, though, as well as societal issues that make people in some areas more vulnerable to substance abuse. Heroin is also being laced with fentanyl which is cheaper and stronger. READ MORE

  • How do I quit smoking?

    Nicotine replacement is available over-the-counter so it's relatively easy to get started. Then you work on things like identifying your triggers and other behavioral modification. READ MORE

  • Can oxycodone become addictive?

    Oxycodone is an opioid and is addictive. READ MORE

  • How long does it take for Suboxone to take effect?

    Relief from withdrawal starts in minutes but the peak effect takes several days. READ MORE

  • How long do antidepressants remain addictive?

    Antidepressants usually aren't addictive but you can become dependent on them. If you taper off of them you may feel withdrawal symptoms for weeks to months depending on how long you were taking them. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Pain ManagementOpioid DependenceOpioid Use DisorderAlcohol Use DisorderBuprenorphine / Suboxone

Awards

  • Top Doctors in SE Texas 2013 Castle Connolly 
  • Top Doctor 2016 Austin Monthly 
  •  2011 US News & World Report Top Doctor 

Treatments

  • Sinusitis
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Herniated Disc
  • Bronchitis
  • Pain
  • Opiate Dependence
  • Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)

Experience & Accolades

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Dr. Andre S. Chen MD's Practice location

2000 S MAYS ST STE 201 -
ROUND ROCK, TX 78664
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New patients: 512-244-4272
Fax: 512-244-2895

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