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■ Meet Our Team

Meet Our Team

Chattanooga Detox Center

With over 50 years of combined experience, our compassionate team is here to support you every step of the way.

We’re committed to providing treatment that is not only effective but also personalized to your unique needs, so you can begin living your life in a new and fulfilling way.

We know the challenges that come with alcohol and drug addiction, and we’re dedicated to helping you learn to cope and care for yourself and your future. In our supportive and nurturing environment, you’ll find a place where healing begins and hope is restored.

Our team is led by nationally recognized leaders and includes highly qualified medical and clinical staff with exceptional credentials in evidence-based and trauma-informed practices. Supported by our therapists, behavioral health technicians, admissions coordinators, and case managers, we’re all here to provide excellence in care precisely when you need it the most.

You’re not alone on this journey. We’re here to help you embrace a healthier, happier future.

■ What is Chattanooga Detox Like?

Meet The Faces Of Chattanooga Detox Center​

Take the First Step Toward Healing

We understand that entering a detox program can be daunting. That’s why our admissions coordinators are available 24/7 to answer your questions, provide information, and help you take the next steps toward recovery.

Alec Pagliarulo - President

President Alec Pagliarulo has spent his entire career working in the addiction and mental health community. He has worked in various roles, including benefits analyst, admissions coordinator, and business development specialist. Alec is passionate about providing the best possible care to individuals struggling to overcome addiction. He aims to create positive recovery experiences, including programs rooted in integrity that pave a path for long-term growth.

Carter D. Pope, Jr. - CEO

Carter is a successful real estate and private equity investor. Prior to founding Chattanooga Detox Center, Carter worked in insurance brokerage in New York City and as a real estate private equity acquisitions specialist in Atlanta. He completed his undergraduate degree at Washington & Lee University and has an MBA from the UNC Keenan-Flagler Business School.

Dr. Rahul Gupta - Medical Director

Gupta Brings Over A Decade Of Experience To Chattanooga Detox Center. Dr. Gupta Specializes In Treating Adults With Substance Use And Psychiatric Disorders. His Extensive Clinical Experience Includes Medication-Assisted Treatment, Medical-Surgical Consultation And Psychiatric Stabilization In Acute Settings. Dr. Gupta Completed His General Psychiatry Residency At The University Of Connecticut Followed By A Fellowship In Addiction Psychiatry At Emory University. He Is Double Board-Certified In Both Of These Specialties. Dr. Gupta Is Passionate About His Work In Substance Abuse And Is An Advocate For Reducing The Stigma Surrounding Mental Illness.