Gail M. Basch

Gail M. Basch, MD, FASAM, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Rush Medical College, Rush University. She serves as the Director of the Rush Addiction Medicine Program, where she leads clinical, educational, and research initiatives focused on addiction treatment and prevention.

Her research interests lie at the intersection of psychiatry and behavioral health, with a strong emphasis on addiction medicine. Her clinical and academic work centers on substance use disorders, integrated mental health care, and evidence-based treatments. As a Fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (FASAM), she is recognized for her contributions to the field.

Dr. Basch has contributed to the advancement of addiction medicine through program development and medical education. While specific publications are not listed, her leadership role suggests engagement in scholarly and translational research in behavioral health and addiction.

She is actively involved in training and mentoring future physicians in psychiatry and addiction medicine, contributing to curriculum development and clinical supervision within the department.

The Rush Addiction Medicine Program, under her direction, functions as a key clinical and academic hub dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community outreach.