About Us
About Fusion Recovery Center
Fusion Recovery Center is an OASAS-certified, OTP-certified outpatient addiction treatment center located in Menands, NY, serving Albany and the Capital Region with evidence-based, stigma-free care for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. We are built on the belief that quality addiction treatment should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their history, background, or circumstances, and that recovery is possible for anyone who wants it.
re·cov·er·y
/rəˈkəv(ə)rē/
noun
a process of healing and rebuilding.
“Support that meets you where you are.”
Our Mission
Fusion Recovery’s mission is to provide compassionate, medically grounded addiction treatment that meets each person where they are, and helps them build a life where they want to be. We combine board-certified medical care, evidence-based therapies, and genuine human connection to support recovery that is not just clinically effective but personally meaningful.
We aim to raise the standard for outpatient addiction treatment in the Capital Region, expanding access, reducing stigma, and delivering care that reflects what people in recovery actually need.
What Makes Fusion Recovery Stand Out
OASAS-certified and OTP-certified.
Fusion Recovery holds both OASAS certification, New York State’s quality standard for addiction treatment providers, and OTP (Opioid Treatment Program) certification, which authorizes us to administer methadone as part of a comprehensive opioid treatment program. OTP certification is held by only a small number of outpatient providers in the Capital Region and reflects our commitment to offering the full range of evidence-based treatment options.
The full medication-assisted treatment options.
Fusion Recovery offers the complete range of FDA-approved MAT medications — methadone, Suboxone, Sublocade, naltrexone, and more. Patients receive the medication that fits their clinical situation, not the limited options a less specialized provider might offer.
Integrated care for the whole person.
Addiction and mental health are treated together at Fusion Recovery — not sequentially, not by referral to a separate provider. Our clinical team coordinates across every dimension of care, including individual therapy, group counseling, MAT, and co-occurring mental health treatment.
A clinical culture built on dignity and respect.
We use respectful language, treat every person as more than their diagnosis, and maintain an environment where patients feel safe being honest. Stigma has no place in clinical care, and it has no place at Fusion Recovery.
Accessible to the communities we serve.
Our facility in Menands is accessible by public transit, centrally located for patients across Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Clifton Park, and Saratoga Springs, and offers flexible scheduling designed around real life — not clinical convenience.
Our Treatment Philosophy at Fusion Recovery
Recovery is not a single event, it is a process. At Fusion Recovery, we approach that process with three commitments that shape every clinical decision we make:
Meet people where they are. Every patient arrives with a different history, a different level of readiness, and a different set of circumstances. Our clinical team begins by understanding that full picture — not applying a protocol to a diagnosis.
Treat the whole person. Addiction rarely exists in isolation. Trauma, mental health, relationships, stress, and life circumstances all play a role — and effective treatment addresses all of them. Fusion Recovery’s integrated approach ensures that the full picture of a person’s health is treated, not just the presenting substance.
Support recovery that lasts. We measure success not by program completion but by sustained stability. Aftercare planning, ongoing outpatient support, and the practical tools built in treatment are designed to support recovery long after active programming ends.
Our Core Values
Dignity Without Stigma
We use respectful language and treat every person as more than their diagnosis. Addiction is a medical condition, and our clinical environment reflects that understanding at every level.
Motivation and Empowerment
We encourage progress in small, repeatable steps — building the confidence and momentum that sustain recovery over time. Our role is to empower patients, not to direct them.
High Standards
We hold ourselves to consistent, evidence-based clinical standards — because patients deserve care that actually works, not care that simply exists.
Inclusion and Access
We promote inclusion by making services easier to reach and easier to understand. Accepting Medicaid and most major insurance plans is part of that commitment. So is our central location, public transit accessibility, and flexible scheduling.
Integrity and Intention
We act with honesty, follow-through, and genuine care in how we serve patients, families, and community partners.
Healing and Recovery
We stay focused on what matters most — steady healing, and the life someone is working to rebuild.
Our Clinical Team
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Dr. Kent Hoffman, DO — Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Kent Hoffman is the Chief Medical Officer of Fusion Recovery Center. Board certified in both addiction medicine and family practice, Dr. Hoffman has practiced medicine since 1989 and has specialized in addiction treatment for over 20 years. He brings an osteopathic approach to addiction care — one that examines the whole person rather than applying a single protocol to every patient. His clinical approach is built on the belief that effective addiction treatment must account for the full complexity of each individual’s health, history, and circumstances.
Dr. Hoffman is professionally associated with the American Osteopathic Association, the American College of Osteopathic Family Practice, the American Society of Addiction Medicine, and the NBA Physicians Association.
Board-Certified Addiction Medicine Physicians
Our medical team is certified by the American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM) — the field’s leading credential for physicians specializing in substance use disorder treatment. ABAM certification reflects demonstrated expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of addiction as a medical condition.
Licensed Clinicians and Therapists
Fusion Recovery’s therapy team includes licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), licensed mental health counselors (LMHCs), certified alcohol and substance abuse counselors (CASACs), and licensed nurse practitioners — all trained in evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and Seeking Safety.
Recovery Support Staff
Our recovery support professionals bring lived experience to their work — offering perspective, daily encouragement, and the kind of understanding that comes from having navigated recovery personally. They are a valued part of the clinical team and an important source of connection for patients throughout treatment.
Our Treatment Center in Albany, NY
Fusion Recovery Center is located at 444 Broadway, Suite E in Menands, NY — a newly renovated, comfortable, and welcoming clinical environment designed to support the work of recovery. Our facility includes dedicated spaces for individual therapy, group sessions, medical appointments, and the practical components of daily treatment — all in a setting that feels safe and human, not institutional.
444 Broadway, Suite E Menands, NY 12204 (518) 650-2966 | Toll-free: 866.936.2290 Monday–Friday 7:30am–7:00pm | Saturday 8:00am–1:00pm
Insurance and Access
Fusion Recovery accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most major private insurance plans, including CDPHP, Cigna, Fidelis, Health Net, Humana, Magellan, Oscar, United Health, Ambetter, Anthem, and Blue Cross. Making care financially accessible is a core part of our mission, and our admissions team can verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Recovery Is the Fusion of You
Who you were. Who you are. Who you can be.
At Fusion Recovery, we don’t define people by their addiction. We see the full person, the history, the strengths, the relationships, the goals, and we build treatment around all of it.
Recovery is not about erasing the past. It is about building something better from it.
If you’re ready to take the next step, or just want to understand what that step looks like, we’re here.
At Fusion Recovery, we’re committed to care that feels human and medically grounded. You’ll find board-certified addiction doctors, licensed clinicians, and support staff who understand recovery personally. We work to provide a safe, comfortable environment — and clear options for what comes next, without pressure.
Andrew Gautsch, Fusion Recovery
Our Facility
A safe, comfortable place to heal.
Our Goals
Raising the Standard for Addiction Rehab
Our Core Values
Motivation & Empowerment
We encourage progress in small, repeatable steps — for clients and for each other.
Dignity Without Stigma
We use respectful language and treat every person as more than their diagnosis.
High Standards
We aim to set strong, consistent expectations across the substance abuse treatment field.
Inclusion & Access
We promote inclusion by making services easier to reach and easier to understand.
Integrity & Intention
We act with honesty, follow-through, and care in how we serve families and partners.
Healing & Recovery
We stay focused on steady healing — and the life someone is working to rebuild.
Distinctive Care
Our Unique Approach
Leadership Team
Our leadership team, made up of industry experts in operations and clinical care, works diligently to ensure our staff consistently upholds our values and standards.
Support Staff
Our recovery support staff offers perspective and daily encouragement for people rebuilding their lives.
Board-Certified Doctors
Certified by the American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM), our doctors provide patient-centered care.
Clinical Nurses & Therapists
Licensed therapists, addiction specialists, and nurse practitioners use care tailored to your needs.
Dedicated Care
It takes a team.
Dr. David Seitz, MD is the Chief Medical Officer of Fusion Recovery. He is board certified in family medicine and addiction medicine and has cared for patients with substance use disorders throughout his career, including his leadership as acting Medical Director of Ascendant NY, an OASAS-certified treatment program. Dr. Seitz brings a whole-person approach to addiction treatment — rather than applying the same process to everyone, he reviews each person’s needs and works with the team to plan care that fits. He is committed to meeting patients where they are and helping them move forward with dignity and confidence. He is professionally associated with the American Board of Family Medicine, the American Board of Addiction Medicine, the American Academy of Family Practitioners, and the American Society of Addiction Medicine, where he focuses on integrating addiction studies into medical school and residency training.
Dr. David Seitz, MD / Chief Medical Officer
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