About Us

Real Recovery Starts with Human Connection, Clinical Excellence & Compassionate Care

Our Legacy: Over 30 Years of Compassionate Recovery Care in Metro Detroit

For over 30 years, Metro Recovery Center—originally founded as Metropolitan Rehabilitation Clinics Inc. in 1990. MRC has provided compassionate, person-centered care to individuals and families throughout Metro Detroit. Established by Thomas and Nancy Taft, early advocates for opioid treatment in Michigan, MRC was among the first clinics to offer medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) at a time when stigma and limited resources left many without options.

Serving Today: Comprehensive Care for Metro Detroit

Today, MRC is serving one of the most diverse, underfunded, and underserved regions in the state, we continue that legacy by offering comprehensive services including substance use disorder treatment, individual and group counseling, psychiatric care, mental health services, and trauma-informed therapy. Our team remains committed to meeting people where they are, addressing the complex needs of our community with dignity, respect, and culturally responsive care.

Our Mission: Recovery With Dignity

“To provide comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals on their road to recovery from behaviors that impair their well-being.”

We believe that recovery isn’t just about abstinence—it’s about reclaiming identity, autonomy, and hope. Every person we serve deserves to feel heard, respected, and empowered.

We don’t just want you to survive—we want you to heal, grow, and thrive.

Our Core Values: What Guides Us Every Day

Compassionate Care

We treat every client with empathy and respect—without judgment.

Integrity

We uphold the highest standards in ethics, privacy, and professionalism.

Excellence

We invest in best practices, clinical training, and ongoing improvement.

Equity & Inclusion

We advocate for fair access to care and actively work to reduce disparities.

Collaboration

We partner with our clients, their families, and the broader recovery community.

Empowerment

We equip clients with the tools and self-belief to sustain their recovery long after treatment ends.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Ammar Mehdi Khan, J.D.

President

Ammar leads Metro Recovery Center with a focus on equity, innovation, and real outcomes. His leadership has expanded access to underserved populations while modernizing clinical operations for long-term sustainability.

Dr. Raymond C. Edison, M.D.

Medical Director

A 40+ year veteran in internal and addiction medicine, Dr. Edison oversees our MAT program with a focus on individualized, evidence-based care.

Jude O. Ukpebor, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Jude provides psychiatric evaluations, therapy, and medication management, grounded in compassionate, trauma-informed approaches.

Maureen L. Bernard, LMSW, CADC

Clinical Director

Maureen brings 25+ years of experience in addiction, mental health, and supervision. She’s a motivational interviewing trainer and champion of client-centered recovery.

Julie C. Groat, R.N.

Nursing Director

With a background in emergency, behavioral, and forensic health, Julie ensures every client receives safe, responsive medical care with a trauma-informed lens.

Dr. Antonino Agosta, Psy.D.

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Agosta is known for his deep work in emotional assessment, adolescent behavioral health, and client-focused therapy.

You Deserve More Than Just Another Treatment Program

You don’t need to have it all figured out to start. You just need to take the first step.