Addiction medicine – canton of Vaud

Addiction medicine: what to know

Addiction medicine treats dependence on alcohol, tobacco, medication, drugs or certain behaviours such as gambling. The specialist assesses the situation without judgement, offers medical and psychological support tailored to your needs and can organise withdrawal or substitution treatment.

When to book an appointment

• Drinking that has become hard to control
• Wanting to stop smoking with medical support
• Dependence on medication, cannabis or other substances
• Gambling or screen use taking over daily life

Costs in Switzerland

Medical treatment for addiction is covered by compulsory basic health insurance (LAMal/KVG); specialised cantonal services also offer counselling, sometimes with direct access.