Nicholas Kardaris
United StatesexpertMale6.3Global Dominance: 0.05%Nicholas Kardaris, Ph.D., is the CEO and chief clinical officer of the New York Center for Living in Manhattan, where he focuses on addiction treatment and recovery. As a clinical professor at Stony Brook Medicine’s School of Social Welfare, he provides insight into the complexities of substance use disorders and the risks associated with relapse and withdrawal. Following the tragic death of Presley Gerber, Kardaris spoke to the media about the importance of understanding the challenges families face when dealing with addiction and the potential dangers present in rehabilitation settings.
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Nicholas Kardaris cautioned against drawing conclusions from the fact that Gerber died at a rehabilitation facility.
Presley Gerber's final hours draws questions as cause of death deferredUnited States· 2026-09-23
Dr. Nicholas Kardaris, an addiction expert and CEO of the New York Center for Living, noted that the period inside or immediately following rehab is often the most dangerous window a patient faces.
Dr Drew Pinsky sounds alarm over Presley Gerber treatment decision before his deathUnited States· 2026-09-23
Nicholas Kardaris, Ph.D., CEO and chief clinical officer of the New York Center for Living in Manhattan, spoke about what families should know about relapse, overdose risk and seeking help for a loved one.
Expert weighs overdose and withdrawal risks after Presley Gerber’s deathUnited States· 2026-09-22