John H. Burton, MD

Emergency Medicine

VTC Faculty

Carilion Clinic
Call 540-981-7000
Videos Locations Background Biography Specialties Accepted Insurance

Videos

Carilion Clinic ED Bridge to Treatment

2 minutes 23 seconds

John Burton, M.D., explains that through Carilion Clinic’s ED Bridge to Treatment Program, patients with an opioid use disorder can receive rapid access to buprenorphine for treatment in the emergency department. Patients are connected with peer recovery specialists to help transition into an appropriate level of care. For 24/7 help, call CONNECT at 800-284-8898. Audio described version: https://youtu.be/XEtPVJ1kBF4

Background

Medical School

  • University of North Carolina School of Medicine

Specialties or Medical Focus

  • Emergency Medicine

NPI

  • 1528080017

Residencies

  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Biography

Dr. John H. Burton is Chair for the Department of Emergency Medicine, Carilion Clinic, based in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. Burton also serves as the Chair and Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. Dr. Burton joined Carilion in May 2010. Prior to arriving at Carilion Clinic, he was Program Director of the Residency Program and Vice Chairman for Academic Affairs for the Department of Emergency Medicine at Albany (N.Y.) Medical College. Dr. Burton also has served as Medical Director for the State of Maine Emergency Medical Services; Director of Research in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Maine Medical Center in Portland; and Faculty Member in Emergency Medicine at the University of Vermont. The author or co-author of numerous articles and book chapters, Dr. Burton's research interests include the areas of procedural sedation for emergency department patients, and emergency medical services. An avid outdoorsman, Dr. Burton enjoys climbing, mountaineering and road biking.

Accepted Insurance

Carilion Clinic contracts with most major health insurance carriers. This list is updated periodically and is subject to change without notice. Please contact your insurance company or health benefits manager to better understand how your policy works and any financial liability that you may have, prior to receiving care.

Health & Wellness

Browse our extensive library of informative articles, inspiring patient stories and easy, nutritious recipes. Here you'll find the medical insights and expert advice from Carilion’s experts you need to help you take charge of your health.

Find out more