
Dr. Manish Mishra, MBBS
Dr. Manish Mishra, MBBS serves as the Chief Medical Officer of the Texas Healthcare and Diagnostic Center.
About
Dr. Manish Mishra, MBBS received his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Guangzhou Medical University in 2018. Manish has worked in several treatment settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency ambulatory hospital settings. His roles include supervising patient care and planning, implementing and directing clinical services.
Dr. Mishra is currently the the Chief Medical Officer of the Texas Healthcare and Diagnostic Center. In his role as Medical Reviewer for Addiction Blog, Dr. Mishra works to provide accurate, authoritative information to those seeking help for substance abuse and behavioral health issues.
Credentials
MBBS: 2018, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China.
Intermediate B.S., Science: Diploma received 2010 from Himalayan White House International College, New Baneshwor, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Manish Says…
I am most interested in the mechanisms of addiction, studying how substance use affects a person’s perception and personality, as well as their health.
Heroin Addiction Treatment and Rehab : How long?
A review of heroin treatment program lengths. We discuss ideal treatment length for heroin problems. Plus, what you can ...

The Ativan Withdrawal Timeline Chart
Rebound anxiety, sleep disorders, and mood swings are only few symptom that occur when you are withdrawing from Ativan. ...

Zolpidem Addiction Treatment
What is zolpidem addiction and how can it be treated? Read this COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE on zolpidem addiction, rehabilitatio ...

Methamphetamine Addiction Treatment
Best treatment practices for overcoming methamphetamine addiction. Find out how to win your addiction battle through tre ...

How To Stop Taking Methadone?
Are you looking for ways to stop methadone use? Quitting methadone required proper tapering and realistic expectations. ...

Diazepam Addiction Treatment
Diazepam addiction is a medical condition that can be treated. This GUIDE TO FINDING THE BEST TREATMENT PROGRAM explains ...

Alprazolam Addiction Treatment
You can quit alprazolam for good! Learn how medical detox and psychotherapy can get you on a path to a drug-free life. ...

Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment
A review of BEST PRACTICES in addiction treatment...specific to BENZOS. What's needed? What can you expect? More insight ...

Norco Addiction Treatment
THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO NORCO ADDICTION. More here on addiction treatment options and how to ask for help. Your question ...

Codeine Addiction Treatment
The complete guide to finding help for codeine here. ...

The 6 most dangerous synthetic drugs on the market
A look at the most dangerous synthetic drugs used by kids in America from insider, former DEA agent, Warren Rivera. More ...

Long term effects of oxycodone on the brain (INFOGRAPHIC)
Long-term effects of oxycodone may cause damage to the brain. More on the science, research, and effects of oxycodone he ...

The pros and cons of drug rehab centers
Here, a former addict discusses the pros and cons of drug rehabilitation centers. We'll outline possible benefits and po ...

Long Term Effects of Morphine on the Brain (INFOGRAPHIC)
How does morphine work in the brain? A VISUAL aid for understanding morphine effects in the brain here. ...

Does Alcohol Rehabilitation Work?
Alcohol rehabilitation works when an alcoholic is committed to stopping drinking. Read on for more information about alc ...

Inpatient rehab
Inpatient rehab basics: What to expect, how much it costs, and where to find more information on getting help for addict ...

Outpatient rehab
Outpatient rehab can be a less expensive option for addiction treatment. A basic FAQ section on how long outpatient reha ...

Rehab programs
FAQs about what's typically offered in a rehab program, associated costs and outcomes. More here. ...

Alcohol rehab
FAQs on the basics of alcohol rehab. Plus, a section for your questions at the end. ...

How Long Does Subutex Stay in Your System?
Subutex (buprenorphine) can be detected in the system for about 72 hours. More on the detection window and metabolism of ...

Long Term Effects of Hydrocodone on the Body (INFOGRAPHIC)
Nausea and vomiting are common for first time hydrocodone users, as well as dizziness, lightheadedness, and drowsiness. ...

Treatment Q&A
Are you getting ready for addiction treatment? Read up on the common Q&A's to understand cost, insurance, and payment op ...

How to Stop Taking Heroin
The best way to stop taking heroin is with medical supervision. More on the side effects when you quit heroin here and a ...

How Long Does Buprenorphine Last?
The elimination half-life of buprenorphine can vary from 20 to 72 hours. More on the duration of action for buprenorphi ...

How Long Does Marijuana Last?
A typical high from smoking marijuana lasts about 2 hours. However, psychomotor impairment can persist, even after the i ...

Buprenorphine Overdose: How Much Buprenorphine to OD?
Symptoms of a buprenorphine overdose can include respiratory depression, miosis and central nervous system depression. 1 ...

How Long Does Meth Last?
After you take meth, peak concentrations can be detected in your bloodstream about 3 hours later, but meth effects can l ...

How Long Does Cocaine Last?
Cocaine levels peak anywhere from 5-45 minutes after dosing (depending on mode of administration), but metabolites can l ...

How to Treat Prescription Drug Addiction
How can you tell if prescription drug use is doing more harm than good to you, or someone you care for? We review the s ...

How to Treat Amphetamine Addiction
How can you tell if you're addicted to amphetamines? We review signs of addiction AND amphetamine addiction treatments h ...

How to treat Ativan addiction
Having problems quitting Ativan? Here, we explore how to treat Ativan addiction - both physical and psychological depend ...

Cold turkey Adderall
Going cold turkey off Adderall IS NOT recommended. When you stop taking Adderall abruptly you can experience severe effe ...

How to Treat Suboxone Addiction
Think you're addicted to Suboxone? Find out if you are really addicted to Suboxone and how to seek treatment for Suboxon ...

Mixing Buprenorphine with Alcohol
Mixing buprenorphine and alcohol triggers respiratory depression, which can lead to decreased levels of oxygen to the br ...

How to Treat Cocaine Addiction
If you or someone you know is living with cocaine addiction...you may feel hopeless. Take hope! Here, we review the many ...

How to Treat Tramadol Addiction
You can treat tramadol addiction using medications and/or psychotherapy. Many options exists within these two major cate ...

Mixing Anxiety Medications With Alcohol
Mixing anxiety meds with alcohol can increase risk of overdose, alcohol poisoning, or death. More here on the safety iss ...

Mixing Crack with Alcohol
Mixing crack with alcohol creates cocaethylene. While alcohol can intensify the length and the high you get from crack, ...

How to Stop Taking OxyContin
Stopping OxyContin suddenly isn't a good option for most people. Instead, you should slowly taper your dose under medica ...

How to Stop Taking Ambien
The safest way to stop Ambien is by gradually reducing (tapering) dose. Experts suggest a taper schedule of gradual redu ...

Can You Overdose (OD) On OxyContin?
Yes, you can overdose on OxyContin, especially if you haven't taken the medication before. More on OxyContin overdose, p ...

How to Stop Taking Percocet
When ready to stop taking Percocet, gradually reduce your dose over several weeks or months. More guidelines to stopping ...

Is Ativan addictive?
YES. Ativan is addictive, even in some cases when Ativan is prescribed by a doctor. We review what Ativan is made of and ...

Is Suboxone Addictive?
YES. Suboxone is addictive, even when prescribed by a doctor. We review what Suboxone is made of and how you get addicte ...

How to Stop Taking Valium
Gradual dosage tapering is suggested when you want to stop taking Valium. There is a risk of inducing seizures during be ...

How to Stop Taking Adderall
Consult a doctor before you stop taking Adderall. Adderall causes strong withdrawal symptoms and can be gradually reduce ...

Mixing heroin with alcohol
Effects of mixing heroin and alcohol include heavy sedation and intoxication as well as shallow breathing or slowed/irre ...

How to Stop Taking Hydrocodone
Doctors recommend you stop taking hydrocodone gradually by tapering dosage over the course of weeks or moths. Learn more ...

Dependence on Xanax
Dependence on Xanax (alprazolam) can develop after only 1-2 weeks of taking the drug regularly. So how can you treat Xan ...

How To Stop Taking Ritalin?
The best way to stop taking Ritalin is to gradually reduce your daily dose over the course of time. Here, we review the ...

Is Valium addictive?
YES. Valium is addictive. In fact, you can even get addicted to diazepam when Valium is prescribed by a doctor. We revie ...

Mixing OxyContin With Alcohol
Effects of mixing OxyContin and alcohol include euphoria and relaxation. But you can overdose and die when mixing OxyCon ...

How Does Adderall Work?
Adderall works by affecting the brain, causing a stimulant effect. More on how Adderall works in the brain, nervous syst ...

Mixing Vicodin with Alcohol
Mixing Vicodin and alcohol can intensify a Vicodin high. But it can also cause your heart and breathing rates to slow do ...

Snorting Ativan
Is snorting Ativan more effective than taking Ativan orally? Does snorting Ativan get you high? Any dangers of snorting ...

How long does Lortab stay in your system?
Lortab doesn’t stay in your system long. In fact, blood and urine screens for Lortab probably won’t detect Lortab if ...

Harm Reduction In Opiate And Opioid Users
Top 10 popular approaches in harm reduction for opiates. Also, a description of the harms of opiate and opioid use taken ...

Does synthetic weed show up on drug tests?
Synthetic weed shows up on specialized urine-based tests for up to 3 days after use. More on synthetic marijuana drug te ...

OxyContin Addiction Statistics
Top 5 annual .gov reports with statistics on OxyContin use, abuse and addiction facts. Plus, where to find OxyContin add ...

What Drugs Help With OxyContin Addiction?
Two opioid drugs are approved for the treatment of OxyContin addiction: methadone and buprenorphine. But clonidine and n ...

Does Tramadol Help with Opiate Withdrawals?
Yes, Tramadol can help with opiate withdrawals, especially if you used <10 bags of heroin or opium a day before detox. M ...

Alcohol self help
What can you do to stop drinking? 3 tips on self help for alcohol problems here. ...

Is Rapid Opiate Detox Safe?
Detox under anesthesia (also know as rapid opiate detox) is not worth the risk of medical complications. We review the f ...

Why do people become addicted?
Addiction is a complex and confusing disorder. Why do some people become addicted to substances or behaviors and others ...

Street Names For Over The Counter Drugs
People use over the counter (OTC) drugs to either get high or to manufacture illegal and illicit drugs (methamphetamine) ...

What Is Tramadol Used For?
Tramadol is medically indicated for pain relief of many medical conditions. Learn how, when, and why doctors prescribe T ...
