Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Viola, NY
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Viola, NY and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
222 ROUTE 59 1.2 miles
SUFFERN, NY 10901
Indian Rock Shopping Center, Route 59 & Hemion Road 2.8 miles
Suffern, NY 10901
978 Route 45, Ste 202 3.5 miles
Pomona, NY 10970
1540 ROUTE 202 STE 6 3.5 miles
POMONA, NY 10970
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD STE 401 3.6 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
259 N MIDDLETOWN RD 4.0 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
10 FRANKLIN TPKE 4.1 miles
MAHWAH, NJ 7430
420 Nanuet Mall S, Unit 307 4.3 miles
Nanuet, NY 10954
180 FRANKLIN TPKE 4.3 miles
MAHWAH, NJ 7430
104 E ROUTE 59 4.4 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
151 N Main St, Unit 307 4.9 miles
New City, NY 10956
500 N Franklin Turnpike,, second floor 5.1 miles
Ramsey, NJ 7446
85 CHESTNUT RIDGE RD 5.7 miles
Montvale, NJ 7645
34 N ROUTE 9W 7.1 miles
WEST HAVERSTRAW, NY 10993
159 FRANKLIN TPKE 8.3 miles
WALDWICK, NJ 7463
140 FRANKLIN TPKE 8.4 miles
WALDWICK, NJ 7463
311 NORTH MIDLAND AVE 8.7 miles
NYACK, NY 10960
99 DUTCH HILL RD STE 1200 9.3 miles
ORANGEBURG, NY 10962
1 W RIDGEWOOD AVE STE G1 11.0 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
127 Union St, 11.1 miles
Ridgewood, NJ 7450
215 OLD HOOK RD 11.1 miles
WESTWOOD, NJ 7675
261 Old Hook Rd, 11.2 miles
Westwood, NJ 7675
19 YAWPO AVE 11.2 miles
OAKLAND, NJ 7436
160 PARIS AVE STE 1 11.4 miles
NORTHVALE, NJ 7647
401 GOFFLE RD 11.5 miles
RIDGEWOOD, NJ 7450
67 E RIDGEWOOD AVE 11.6 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
1114 GOFFLE RD 12.1 miles
HAWTHORNE, NJ 7506
680 Kinderkamack Rd, 12.3 miles
Oradell, NJ 7649
200 South Broadway, Suite 102 12.4 miles
Tarrytown, NY 10591
155 WHITE PLAINS RD 12.9 miles
TARRYTOWN, NY 10591
193 Route 17 South 13.1 miles
Paramus, NJ 7652
500 PIERMONT RD STE 304 13.4 miles
CLOSTER, NJ 7624
660 White Plains Rd Ste 630 13.7 miles
Tarrytown, NY 10591
26 DEHART AVE 13.9 miles
HEWITT, NJ 7421
22-11 STATE RT 208 14.0 miles
FAIR LAWN, NJ 7410
15 ESSEX RD STE 5 14.2 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
705 HAMBURG TPKE 14.4 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
759 HAMBURG TPKE 14.4 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
791 Route 17M, Monroe Shopping Center 14.5 miles
Monroe, NY 10950
401 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 203 14.5 miles
Wayne, NJ 7470
40 WASHINGTON AVE 14.5 miles
DUMONT, NJ 7628
1980 CROMPOND RD 14.6 miles
CORTLANDT MANOR, NY 10567
307 HAMBURG TPKE, STE 103 14.6 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
33-00 Broadway, Suite 305 14.7 miles
Fair Lawn, NJ 7410
160 N CENTRAL AVE 14.9 miles
ELMSFORD, NY 10523
2 Stowe Rd, 5th Floor - Suite 15 14.9 miles
Peekskill, NY 10566
72 HAMBURG TPKE 15.0 miles
RIVERDALE, NJ 7457
15-01 BROADWAY 15.0 miles
FAIR LAWN, NJ 7410
174 Marble Ave, Ste 1 15.4 miles
Pleasantville, NY 10570
280 Dobbs Ferry Rd, Sprain Brook Medical Center 15.4 miles
White Plains, NY 10607
680 BROADWAY, UNIT B3 15.5 miles
PATERSON, NJ 7514
1034 N BROADWAY 15.5 miles
YONKERS, NY 10701
970 N Broadway, Ste 205 15.6 miles
Yonkers, NY 10701
297 KNOLLWOOD RD, STE 310 15.8 miles
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10607
83 HEWITT RD 15.8 miles
HEWITT, NJ 7421
100 WOODS RD STE CG12 CEDARWOOD HALL 16.0 miles
VALHALLA, NY 10595
385 Prospect Ave, 16.7 miles
Hackensack, NJ 7601
280 N CENTRAL AVE STE 115 16.9 miles
HARTSDALE, NY 10530
359 N Central Ave 17.0 miles
Hartsdale, NY 10530
184 ESSEX ST 17.1 miles
LODI, NJ 7644
1395 Route 23S, Unit C-1 17.1 miles
Butler, NJ 7405
140 FRANKLIN RD 17.2 miles
TEANECK, NJ 7666
170 PROSPECT AVE STE 201 17.2 miles
HACKENSACK, NJ 7601
60 MAIN ST STE 2 C 17.2 miles
WARWICK, NY 10990
360 ESSEX ST STE 203 17.5 miles
HACKENSACK, NJ 7601
225 US HIGHWAY 46 STE A 17.6 miles
TOTOWA, NJ 7512
179 Cedar Lane, Suite E 17.7 miles
Teaneck, NJ 7666
500 Union Blvd, 17.7 miles
Totowa, NJ 7512
500 UNION BLVD 17.7 miles
TOTOWA, NJ 7512
718 TEANECK RD 18.0 miles
TEANECK, NJ 7666
15 N BROADWAY STE D 18.0 miles
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10601
283 PIAGET AVE 18.0 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7011
321 KEAR ST 18.1 miles
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY 10598
505 STATE ROUTE 208 Ste 15 18.3 miles
MONROE, NY 10950
1139 MAIN AVENUE 18.3 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7015
800 SYLVAN AVE 18.3 miles
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ 7632
25 Rockwood Pl, Ste 1 18.5 miles
Englewood, NJ 7631
150 NORTH ST 18.9 miles
TETERBORO, NJ 7608
495 E MAIN ST 19.0 miles
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
On-site only 19.0 miles
Clifton, NJ 7013
464 Hudson Terrace, 19.2 miles
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 7632
83 South Bedford Road, Floor 3 19.3 miles
Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
103 S BEDFORD RD STE 202 19.4 miles
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
1011 CLIFTON AVE STE 2C 19.4 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7013
3765 Riverdale Ave, STE 6 19.4 miles
Bronx, NY 10463
16 BROOKWOOD RD 19.8 miles
TOWACO, NJ 7082
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 19.8 miles
WOOD RIDGE, NJ 7075
7 FAWN RUN 19.8 miles
PUTNAM VALLEY, NY 10579
12 N 7TH AVE 20.0 miles
MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550
105 Stevens Ave, Ste 205 20.0 miles
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
1 ORCHARD ST 20.0 miles
RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ 7660
881 Allwood Rd, Suite 103 20.3 miles
Clifton, NJ 7012
1355 BROAD ST 20.4 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7013
4876 BROADWAY 20.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10034
500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 20.9 miles
Harrison, NY 10528
500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320 20.9 miles
HARRISON, NY 10528
71 UNION AVE STE 103 21.1 miles
RUTHERFORD, NJ 7070
150 FAIRFIELD RD 21.2 miles
FAIRFIELD, NJ 7004
2488 GRAND CONCOURSE RM 210 21.3 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
17 Sylvan St, 21.4 miles
Rutherford, NJ 7070
2385 Arthur Avenue, Suites 201 & 202 21.5 miles
Bronx, NY 10458
110 LOCKWOOD AVE 21.7 miles
NEW ROCHELLE, NY 10801
150 Lockwood Ave, Ste 38 21.7 miles
New Rochelle, NY 10801
109 AUDUBON AVE 21.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10032
614 FRANKLIN AVE STE 101 21.8 miles
NUTLEY, NJ 7110
656 E FORDHAM RD 21.9 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
212 STATE HIGHWAY 94 STE 1D 21.9 miles
VERNON, NJ 7462
3 COATES DRIVE 22.0 miles
GOSHEN, NY 10924
663 PALISADE AVE 22.1 miles
CLIFFSIDE PARK, NJ 7010
30 Hatfield Lane, 22.3 miles
Goshen, NY 10924
560 NEW YORK AVE 22.5 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
1 HATFIELD LN STE B 22.6 miles
GOSHEN, NY 10924
464 VALLEY BROOK AVE 22.6 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
3421 BROADWAY 22.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10031
6 Rye Ridge Plaza, 22.7 miles
Rye Brook, NY 10573
17 Oakwood Ter, 22.9 miles
New Windsor, NY 12553
557 BROAD ST 23.0 miles
BLOOMFIELD, NJ 7003
1120 MORRIS PARK AVE 23.2 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
49 Claremont Avenue, 23.3 miles
Montclair, NJ 7042
178 FLOYD ST 23.4 miles
BELLEVILLE, NJ 7109
747 MELROSE AVE OFC 23.5 miles
BRONX, NY 10451
1 GREENWOOD AVE STE 102 23.5 miles
MONTCLAIR, NJ 7042
123 MCAFEE VERNON RD STE 100 23.6 miles
VERNON, NJ 7462
1476 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD LOFT BLDG SIDE ENTRANCE 23.6 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
3250 WESTCHESTER AVE SUITE 120 23.7 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
3250 Westchester Avenue, Suite 105 23.7 miles
Bronx, NY 10461
200 US HIGHWAY 46 23.7 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
338 W MAIN ST 23.8 miles
BOONTON, NJ 7005
6701 BERGENLINE AVE 23.9 miles
WEST NEW YORK, NJ 7093
1 Clara Maass Drive Cont Care Bldg 1st FL 24.0 miles
Belleville, NJ 7109
46 PARSIPPANY BLVD 24.0 miles
BOONTON, NJ 7005
905 LITTLE BRITAIN RD 24.1 miles
NEW WINDSOR, NY 12553
210 MEADOWLANDS PKWY 24.5 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
464 EAGLE ROCK AVE STE C 24.6 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
4914-4922 Kennedy Blvd., Suite 206 24.6 miles
West New York, NJ 7093
238 E 111TH ST APT 4C 24.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10029
190 BALDWIN RD 24.8 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
1790 RANDALL AVE 24.9 miles
BRONX, NY 10473
Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.
Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Viola, NY testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.
Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.
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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available
Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.
Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.
The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.
Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.
The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.
A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.
In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.
US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).
Additional DOT services include:
- -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
- -DOT Supervisor Training
- -MVR Reports
- -DOT Drug Policy Development
- -DOT Physicals
- -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing
Our Viola, NY testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.
The Opioid Overdose Crisis
Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.
- Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
- Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
- An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
- About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
- Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
- The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
- Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.
In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)
Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Viola, NY drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.
Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Viola, NY testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.
Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Viola, NY and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.
On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.
Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.
Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.
DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.
DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.
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Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of Drug Testing Collection Centers
Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.
Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers
Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.
Types of Tests Conducted
- Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
- Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
- Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.
What to Expect at a Collection Center
- Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
- Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
- Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.
Importance of Collection Centers
Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.
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Local Area Info: Frank Viola
Frank John Viola, Jr. (born April 19, 1960) is an American former starting pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Minnesota Twins (1982–1989), New York Mets (1989–1991), Boston Red Sox (1992–1994), Cincinnati Reds (1995) and Toronto Blue Jays (1996). A three-time All-Star, he was named World Series MVP with the Twins in 1987 and won the AL Cy Young Award in 1988. Long-time Tigers manager Sparky Anderson said of Viola, "...He's an artist; I love watching him work..." He is the pitching coach of the High Point Rockers.
He batted and threw left-handed, and was nicknamed "Sweet Music" – a nickname he picked up after a Minnesota sports writer declared that when Viola pitched, there was "Sweet Music" in the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome. The nickname was a play on the fact that his last name is also a name of a musical instrument, although pronounced differently. A fan began displaying a banner bearing the phrase in the outfield's upper deck whenever Viola pitched. Twins fans considered the banner to be a good luck charm. The banner is now property of the Minnesota Historical Society. It was again displayed when Viola was inducted into the Twins Hall of Fame. Frank was honored as a member of the Twins' "All Dome" team in 2009.
Viola was born and grew up in East Meadow, New York, with his brother John and sister Nancy, and went on to attend and play baseball for East Meadow High School before playing collegiately for St. John's University. On May 21, 1981, Viola faced future Mets teammate Ron Darling, then playing for Yale University; the game is considered to be the best in college baseball history. Viola was drafted following his senior year in the 16th round of the 1979 Major League Baseball draft by the Kansas City Royals, but he did not sign.