Tobacco Intervention Program

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Quitting tobacco use is no laughing matter to those who are hooked. Nicotine is a powerfully addicting drug and ending a dependence on it can be very difficult. The good news is that it can be done, but ending this dependence takes a serious effort. Each year, only about five percent of people who try to stop on their own succeed. Research shows that the best success is achieved by those enrolled in a formal smoking cessation program.

Ask yourself these questions:

If you answered "Yes" to these questions, you probably have a dependence on nicotine and most likely will need help in order to stop your tobacco use.

About the Program
The Tobacco Intervention Program (TIP) utilizes proven approaches and experienced physicians, pharmacists, and counselors in order to help you gain and maintain control of your dependence on tobacco. While dealing with the physical dependence to nicotine, ongoing counseling and education address the psychological and behavioral changes needed to produce long-term success at quitting. TIP incorporates one-on-one education and counseling sessions, pharmacological therapy, and long-term follow-up and support.

This program starts with a detailed initial assessment, including evaluation of preexisting medical conditions, pulmonary function screening, carbon monoxide testing, an assessment of your smoking history, habit and previous quit attempts, level of nicotine dependence and psychological dependence. During the subsequent counseling visits, which occur over a period of several weeks, we:

Is TIP Covered by Insurance?