hi Tom -
welcome to SR!
First and above all, medical supervision with detox is the standard around here.
Detox without a doctor's care can be a dangerous thing.
Get with your medical practicioner, and do what they say.
That's the best way to start. A Firm foundation and all that.
Congratulations on the decision to get sober!
Others will be along shortly to say hello - feel free to red the sticky's on top of the alcoholism and narctoics/drug addiction forums. There's TONS of information on this site.