Episode 22 - Opening a Ketamine Clinic: An Unconventional Path for Emergency Physicians
In this episode, Sam shares his experience opening a ketamine clinic as an emergency physician, exploring ketamine's potential for treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain.
This episode of the Ketamine Startup Podcast, comes from a presentation Sam gave at the American College of Emergency Physicians Scientific Assembly on October 1, 2024. Discover the journey of opening a ketamine clinic, the efficacy of IV ketamine for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain, and the mechanism behind its success.
You will learn about the growing mental health crisis, high burnout rates among emergency physicians, and why ketamine therapy can be a rewarding alternative career path.
Sam also shares the emotional and financial realities of running a ketamine clinic, emphasizing the importance of motivation, purpose, and personal fulfillment. Hear powerful testimonials from patients and gain practical advice for starting your own clinic. Don't miss this comprehensive guide filled with scientific studies, real-life experiences, and expert insights.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
Career Transition: Discover how emergency physicians can pivot into running ketamine clinics and find greater autonomy and purpose.
Clinical Evidence: Explore key studies supporting the use of ketamine therapy for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain.
Overcoming Challenges: Understand the financial and emotional challenges of running a ketamine clinic and how to stay motivated by focusing on your "why."
Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or on your favorite podcast platform. Watch the discussion on YouTube here.
Episode 22 show notes:
00:00 Teaser - The Swimming Pool Dilemma
00:35 Introduction
01:10 Sam's Journey and Niche in Ketamine Therapy
03:12 The Mental Health Crisis
05:05 Challenges Faced by Emergency Physicians
06:13 Scientific Studies on IV Ketamine Therapy
08:45 Ketamine for Anxiety and PTSD
10:47 Ketamine for Chronic Pain
12:13 How Does Ketamine Work?
12:17 Ketamine's Impact on Neurotransmitters
13:11 Ketamine and Chronic Stress
14:06 Hallucinogenic Effects of Ketamine
14:57 Emergency Medicine and Ketamine
16:16 Starting a Ketamine Clinic
17:19 The Importance of Your 'Why'
18:33 Challenges and Rewards of a Ketamine Clinic
20:12 Patient Testimonials and Impact
21:34 Conclusion
Thanks for listening!
Selected Links From The Episode
84. A Look Inside Ketamine Clinics (and how to start your own) | The Rob Orman Stimulus Podcast episode Sam was a guest on
How to Start a Ketamine Clinic | Sam’s White Coat investor guest blog post
Pursuit of Ketamine | The documentary Sam was featured in