Joseph Garbely, D.O., DFASAM, FAPA

Addiction Medicine Specialist
Medical Director
Malvern Health, Ford Road
Philadelphia, PA 19131
Joseph Garbely, D.O., DFASAM, FAPA

Dr. Joseph Garbely, D.O., is a distinguished physician and expert in addiction medicine, psychiatry, and internal medicine with nearly three decades of clinical experience. He serves as Medical Director of Malvern Health’s Ford Road facility, overseeing medical operations and leading a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized, patient-centered care for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. His approach champions evidence-based strategies and collaborative treatment planning to improve long-term outcomes for patients across the continuum of behavioral health care.

Dr. Garbely is triple board-certified in internal medicine, psychiatry, and addiction medicine, reflecting a broad and deep clinical foundation. In addition to his leadership role at Malvern Health, he contributes to the academic community as a Clinical Associate Professor at Penn State College of Medicine and an Adjunct Clinical Professor at Drexel University College of Medicine. He is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), where he chairs the Physician in Training Committee and serves as an ex-officio board member, and he is also a member of the American College of Academic Addiction Medicine.

Throughout his career, Dr. Garbely has been committed to advancing the field of addiction medicine through clinical excellence, education, and mentorship. His work in shaping training and professional development for future specialists underscores his dedication to both patient care and the broader behavioral health community. His leadership at Malvern Health supports the organization’s mission to expand access to high-quality psychiatric and addiction treatment throughout the region.

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Abington Memorial Hospital Residency, Internal Medicine
• Temple University Hospital Residency, Psychiatry

• Addiction Medicine
• Psychiatry

• Board of Directors - ASAM
• AOA
• FAPA
• DFASM

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Areas of Specialization/Expertise

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Psychiatry
  • Internal Medicine
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What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?

What I enjoy most about practicing medicine is the opportunity to connect with my patients in a unique and meaningful way. Building trust and understanding allows me to provide personalized care that addresses not just their medical needs, but also their emotional and mental well-being.

Locations

Malvern Health, Ford Road

3905 Ford Road, Philadelphia, PA 19131

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