StartBupe is a Charlotte, North Carolina, treatment provider focused on compassionate care for people affected by substance use disorders. Led by Dr. Raad, the program draws on more than 35 years of clinical experience and his work treating over 28,000 people with moderate to high-acuity needs. Its approach emphasizes medication-assisted treatment alongside counseling and other forms of recovery support.

For opioid use disorder, StartBupe uses treatments including Suboxone and buprenorphine, supported by counseling, online counseling groups, and pastoral support. The site also describes treatment for alcohol use disorder, with FDA-approved medications such as Vivitrol, oral naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram combined with counseling and behavioral therapies. These services are intended to address both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction and support lasting recovery.

StartBupe provides patient registration, payment options, educational resources, recovery topics, and information for supporters. The practice is located at 3541 Randolph Road, Suite 303, Charlotte, and is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.