 Rapid ACCESS (Assessment, Connection, Coaching, and Engagement with SUD Services) aims to connect patients with substance use disorders (SUDs) to the world-class, evidence-based treatment available at BMC. Our team consists of recovery coaches and recovery support navigators who work in collaboration to help patients access the right addiction-related treatment for their needs.



  ### Rapid ACCESS 

- [Contact Us](#contact-us)
- [Our Team](#our-team)
- [Success Stories](#success-stories)
 
   ## Contact Us

 [ 801 Massachusetts Ave., Boston, MA 02119   
1st Floor   
BMC, Crosstown Center ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/xHWq2RQhAjbdbTFd8) 

 [617.638.5510](tel:617.638.5510) 

8:30 AM - 5 PM, Monday - Friday

 

 

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  ## Our Team

 

 ###  [Miriam Komaromy, MD, FACP, DFASAM](#) 

 Executive Director, Grayken Center for Addiction; LEAP Consultation Facilitator 

 ![Miriam Komaromy, MD, FACP, DFASAM](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/Miriam%20Komaromy.jpg?itok=mFlrguji) 

  ### More About Me

  ![Miriam Komaromy, MD, FACP, DFASAM](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/Miriam%20Komaromy.jpg?itok=mFlrguji)#### Miriam Komaromy, MD, FACP, DFASAM

 Executive Director, Grayken Center for Addiction; LEAP Consultation Facilitator

 

 

 
 

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Dr. Miriam Komaromy is a professor of medicine at the Boston University Chobanian &amp; Avedisian School of Medicine and a board-certified addiction medicine and internal medicine physician. She is the medical director for the Grayken Center for Addiction, where she leads the center’s work in enhancing clinical addiction treatment, education, and research on addiction, and vigorous advocacy for policy priorities that can improve the lives of people experiencing substance use disorder. She also leads an interdisciplinary group of researchers focused on how to make addiction treatment more appealing, effective, and equitable for Black patients.



 

 



 Close Dialog ###  [Carla B. Monteiro, MSW, LICSW, LADC-1](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/carla-b-monteiro-msw-licsw-ladc-1) 

 Behavioral Health Director for Addiction Treatment Services 


 

    ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/bccd5160-f752-40b8-a25b-2fe1db8676d5/Carla-B-Monteiro_198_2x3?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg)   ###  [Robyn Phillips, CARC](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/robyn-phillips-carc) 

 Recovery Coach 

 

    ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/b9edf8f7-237e-432f-a6ee-20cd3e26648f/Phillips_Robyn-jpg?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg)   ###  [Lydia M Reyes, CARC](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/lydia-m-reyes-carc) 

 Recovery Coach 

 

    ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/c1b88bb0-7321-4b51-a4ad-2ae48889363a/Lydia-Reyes_153_2x3?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg)   ###  [Linda Gousby, CARC](https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/linda-gousby-carc) 

 Recovery Coach 

 

    ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/1e71a21d-e0d7-48f1-a9a4-37075aa16292/Linda-Gousby?io=transform:fill,width:333,height:500&format=jpg)   ###  [Alexandra Fortune, LISCW](#) 

 Clinical Supervisor for Project ASSERT and Rapid ACCESS 

 ![woman in black jacket and blue shirt in front of a tree](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/alex%20fortune.jpg?itok=wKXkahWM) 

  ### More About Me

  ![woman in black jacket and blue shirt in front of a tree](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/alex%20fortune.jpg?itok=wKXkahWM)#### Alexandra Fortune, LISCW

 Clinical Supervisor for Project ASSERT and Rapid ACCESS

 

 

 
 

 Alex Fortune is the clinical supervisor for Project ASSERT and Rapid ACCESS, where she provides leadership and oversight of clinical practice, administrative functions, and daily operations. Before stepping into this role, Alex was the social worker for the Grayken Women’s Health Initiative, supporting women in accessing integrated medical and substance use treatment. With extensive experience working at the intersection of addiction, mental health, and the legal system, Alex is committed to helping individuals navigate complex systems and achieve their personal recovery and wellness goals.



 

 



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  ## Success Stories

> "Over the past few months, Robyn has made an incredible impact in my life as my recovery coach at the Rapid ACCESS program. My relationship with Robyn has really been wonderful. With Robyn, I can be myself no matter where I'm at in my life. She keeps me going and continues to be such a positive impact on my life. She keeps me accountable and honest and continues to push me forward. Robyn is a remarkable recovery coach, and she is one of the best people I have ever met in my life. I honestly don't know where I would be right now in my life without her."

> "William is like a big brother to me. He is very easy to talk to, and I feel comfortable talking to him about anything. He has assisted me in looking for jobs, he always answers when I call his phone, and he calls and checks in on my daily. I am glad he is in my life to support me through the long road ahead."

> "When I first met Hansel, I was under a lot of stress due to being off my suboxone prescription because I had missed an appointment. He offered to bring me to the \[clinic\] to get back on suboxone. While I was there, I called my halfway house, and they informed me I had been discharged. When I informed Hansel that I had been discharged , he was very reassuring that everything would be ok. He got on his phone and got me into treatment. He checked in with me almost daily to ensure everything was ok, and he continues to do so at my new treatment facility. He's currently helping me work on the goals in my Recovery Plan, including applying for a job."

> "Ursel is an amazing coach who keeps me focused on my recovery. She encourages me with honesty and care. She believes in me even when I don't believe in myself. She has gone the extra mile to support me when I have given up hope of getting help. She is knowledgeable, respectful, and caring. She is a model of hope and recovery. Grateful to have her in my corner."