Education
- Scholastic Achievements: B.A. in Psychology University of Colorado at Boulder (1989-1992)
- D.O.: Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (1993-1997)
Board Certification
- Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Inc.,
- A Member Board of the American Board of Medical Specialties
Our facility has a higher success rate than other similar treatment facilities.
Meet Our Medical Director at Banyan Gulf Breeze
Dr. Eric Goldberg, DO
Dr. Eric Goldberg is a board-certified psychiatrist and osteopathic physician with more than two decades of experience in psychiatry and behavioral health. He earned his B.A. in Psychology from the University of Colorado at Boulder before completing his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. He went on to complete both his internship and residency in psychiatry at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona, where he also gained specialized training through electives at the University of Arizona Outpatient Clinic, St. Vincent de Paul Outpatient Clinic, and the Arizona State Hospital.
Dr. Goldberg is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and holds active medical licenses in multiple states, including Florida, Arizona, Alabama, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, and Oregon. His extensive professional memberships include the American Medical Association, the American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine, and past involvement with the American Psychiatric Association, American Osteopathic Association, and Florida Psychiatric Society.
Throughout his career, Dr. Goldberg has combined private practice with his leadership roles in clinical settings, bringing a wealth of expertise in treating mental health and addiction. His approach is grounded in compassion, evidence-based care, and a commitment to helping patients achieve long-term recovery and improved quality of life.
At Banyan Gulf Breeze, Dr. Goldberg leads the medical team in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders.
“Addiction does not discriminate. It is important to not only treat the individual but also all those impacted.”
- Dr. Eric Goldberg
Below is a list of the various types of addiction specialists and doctors that are normally on staff in a rehab facility.
An Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) is a registered nurse who completed graduate-level education and has the primary responsibility of caring for the patient. The roles of licensed ARNPs include:
- Examining patients and establishing diagnoses according to client history, physical examination, and other forms of care
- Admitting, managing, and discharging patients to and from health care centers
- Ordering, collecting, performing, and interpreting diagnostic examinations
- Managing health care by identifying, developing, implementing, and evaluating a care plan for the individual
- Prescribing therapies and medical equipment for treatment
- Prescribing medications, when necessary
Substance abuse nurse practitioners offer addiction recovery medical services to treat clients in our facilities. Nurses on our staff have a combination of advanced degrees and certifications in mental health and substance abuse nursing to ensure our clients receive the best care possible.
Medical directors have years of experience managing health care facilities. Their qualifications must address the various responsibilities of the role.
Like other addiction treatment facilities, Banyan involves a hierarchy of professional addiction specialists in leadership roles. At the top of this hierarchy is the medical director (MD).
Our medical director provides oversight on all our facilities’ medical-related duties. They ensure that all medical staff members follow guidelines, protocol, and provide high-quality care to clients while ensuring their team members’ needs are being met.
Typical roles of a medical director in addiction treatment include:
- Enforcing an environment in which medical professionals can safely and effectively work
- Developing policies and protocols that match the health care institution’s guidelines to ensure client safety and treatment efficacy
- Supervising and evaluating medical staff operations
- Working with institutional leadership to meet the health care system’s goals
- Staying up-to-date on the latest medical advancements and changes through continuing education
- Managing all medical departments of their facility
- Ensuring that medical staff members meet institutional expectations, including certifications
- Recruiting and managing medical team members