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Riverbend, which operates Bradford House in Haverhill, recently named Audra Williams as its medical director to guide and strengthen medical care across Riverbend’s residential, outpatient, outreach and recovery support programs.
Dr. Williams joins Riverbend with experience in addiction medicine, primary care and hospital-based treatment for individuals affected by substance use disorder. She will oversee the agency’s medical services, support clinical quality and innovation and work closely with staff and community partners to ensure individuals have access to safe, coordinated and person-centered treatment.
“Riverbend’s mission has always been to meet people where they are and provide care that honors dignity and recovery,” said Riverbend CEO Michael Reinke. “Dr. Williams brings both clinical expertise and a strong belief in community-based care. Her leadership will help us continue to grow thoughtful, integrated medical services that support long-term recovery.”
Williams currently serves as medical director of addiction services at Lowell General Hospital. She previously launched the first addiction consult service at Lawrence General Hospital and led medical services in both hospital and outpatient settings.
She is board-certified in both Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine and holds dual Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health degrees from Tufts University School of Medicine. Williams is a fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine.
“Through my work at the Bridge Clinic at Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital, I was able to work with Riverbend and directly see how they center compassion, relationships, and whole-person care,” said Williams. “Together, we will continue building pathways that make treatment accessible and recovery possible for everyone.”