About Us
Our mission is to be a trusted option for combating many behavioral health diagnoses amenable to ketamine therapy. We have tremendous compassion for our patients, many of whom have suffered from mental health issues for a very long time. We also understand that a patient’s best chances of recovery exist when they are supported by a network of friends, family, and professionals. Therefore, we work hand in hand with our patients’ mental health providers so that we can attain the best outcomes.
Since we are able to monitor the patient’s blood concentration levels in real time during therapy, we can administer ketamine with the utmost focus on safety and efficacy. Our team is staffed by Board Certified Anesthesiologists that are trained in the best practices of administering these agents ensuring safety.
Benefits of Ketamine Therapy
Quick and safe treatments
Effective results can be known within weeks vs. standard methods (months to years)
Works better earlier in your diagnosis
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How long does a ketamine treatment take?The therapy includes 6 individual sessions. 3 sessions per week for two weeks. Each session is an hour, but plan for 90 minutes for the office visit.
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Is it safe?Yes, very safe. We use sub-anesthetic doses of Ketamine during your therapy session. There will also be a Board Certified Anesthesiologist on site during treatment providing all the safety and monitoring equipment found in any hospital treatment room.
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Can I drive home after my treatment?No. You will need someone to take you home and be with you for at least 6 hours afterwards. We recommend the patient to not operate a vehicle or make significant decisions for 24 hours after an infusion.
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How do I prepare for my treatment?Most patients will be ready for treatment after a consultation with the doctor. Depending on your general health, the doctor may recommend the patient to not eat for the 6 hours or consume any clear liquids for the 3 hours prior to treatment.
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Are there any side effects?Ketamine is generally considered safe and commonly used in many medical procedures. The main side effects include, but are not limited to, dissociation, intoxication, sedation, high blood pressure, dizziness and blurred vision.
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Can a family member or friend join me for my treatment?Absolutely. We want you to be as comfortable as possible and if that means having a friendly face to be there then yes. They will have a chair right next to you. They will be asked to not speak or touch you unless you initiate any of those. This is your experience and most times just having someone there is enough. We don’t want to interrupt your experience.
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Is it covered by insurance?No. Unfortunately IV ketamine at this time is not covered by insurance
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Are there any patients who should not receive ketamine therapy?Ketamine therapy is not suitable for patients with history of psychosis, schizophrenia, ketamine use disorder, teenagers or children, pregnant or breast feeding patients or older patients with dementia symptoms.
