Episode 13 - From CRNA to CEO: Blazing Trails in Ketamine Therapy with Kathryn Walker
Discover Kathryn Walker's journey from CRNA to CEO, her strategies for expanding ketamine therapy clinics, and insights on navigating the healthcare industry's complexities
In this episode of the Ketamine Startup Podcast, Sam interviews Kathryn 'Katie' Walker, CEO of Revitalist Wellness, which operates multiple ketamine clinics. Starting from her background in anesthesia and psychiatry, to launching Revitalist in 2018 and taking the company public in 2021, you’ll learn lessons from Katie as she shares her experiences from running the business side of a ketamine clinic. The conversation touches on the challenges and successes of expanding the business, the importance of understanding and navigating laws and regulations, and the transformative impact ketamine infusion therapy has on patients.
You’ll also discover her innovative approaches, including integrating therapy into ketamine sessions and leveraging AI for education and outreach. This episode offers insights into the complexities of the healthcare industry, the potential of ketamine therapy, and the importance of community and ethical business practices in scaling a mission-driven healthcare service.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Insights into taking a healthcare company public and the motivations behind such a decision.
The challenges of managing business aspects in healthcare, especially in a public company setting.
Strategies for healthcare providers to navigate the business world effectively.
Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or on your favorite podcast platform. Watch the discussion on YouTube here.
Episode 13 show notes:
00:00 Introduction
00:16 Who is Kathryn Walker?
02:10 The Journey of Taking a Ketamine Clinic Public
04:22 Learning from Business Challenges and Growth
12:31 The Transition from Healthcare to Business Leadership
16:59 Balancing Business, Health, and Personal Life
21:18 Advice for Aspiring Ketamine Clinic Owners
31:43 Transformative Therapy: A Life-Changing Story
33:28 Launching a Ketamine Clinic: A Guide for Aspiring Founders
34:26 The Challenges of Rapid Expansion and Investor Expectations
38:32 Navigating the Complexities of Managing Multiple Clinic Locations
40:13 The Importance of Team Dynamics and Accountability in Healthcare
49:43 Overcoming Industry Challenges with Innovation and Collaboration
55:54 Personal Insights and Future Visions in Healthcare
59:17 Connecting with Kathryn Walker
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