Episode 15 - Military Precision in Mental Health: A Journey into Ketamine Entrepreneurship with Dr. William Bianchi
Dr. William Bianchi shares his journey from Navy medicine to launching Maverick Medicine, emphasizing evidence-based ketamine therapy for mental health.
In this episode of the Ketamine Startup Podcast, Sam interviews Dr. William Bianchi, an emergency medicine physician and founder of Maverick Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Bianchi shares his journey from the Navy to starting his ketamine clinic, discussing the challenges and rewards of entering this innovative healthcare field.
Discover the nuanced approach to ketamine dosing, the significance of starting with 'why,' and Dr. Bianchi's unique take on patient care in mental health therapy. Tune in for practical advice and heartfelt stories that every medical professional interested in ketamine therapy will benefit from.
What You'll Gain in This Episode:
Unique Pathways: Learn how a career in emergency medicine can evolve into a specialized ketamine practice.
Overcoming Challenges: Discover the obstacles faced when venturing into the ketamine therapy space and how to navigate them.
Evidence-Based Approaches: Understand the significance of grounding alternative treatments like ketamine in solid research to ensure safety and efficacy.
Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or on your favorite podcast platform. Watch the discussion on YouTube here.
Episode 15 show notes:
00:00 Introduction to the Ketamine Startup Podcast
00:37 Meet Dr. William Bianchi
01:17 Dr. Bianchi's Military Background and Ketamine Journey
03:32 Challenges and Rewards of Starting a Ketamine Clinic
05:16 The Importance of Autonomy in Medical Practice
11:59 Dr. Bianchi's Medical Training and Transition to the Navy
20:37 Using Ketamine in Military and Emergency Medicine
24:18 Future of Psychedelic Therapy in Medicine
27:08 Ketamine and Clinical Research Insights
27:24 Challenges in Clinical Trials
28:15 MAPS and Research Protocols
29:52 Concierge Clinic Approach
31:05 Focusing on Treatment-Resistant Depression
32:37 Personalized Patient Care
41:31 Ketamine Dosing and Patient Experiences
47:30 Advice for Aspiring Clinic Owners
49:42 Rapid Fire Questions and Fun Facts
53:37 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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