Episode 4 - From Combat to Care: A Journey to Providing Ketamine Therapy with Dr. Leslie Koenig
Explore Dr. Koenig's journey from Navy veteran to ketamine clinic founder, her holistic approach to mental health, and insights on starting a ketamine practice.
In this episode of the Ketamine Startup Podcast, Sam interviews Dr. Leslie Koenig, a board-certified emergency physician and Navy combat veteran. Diving into her transformative journey from traditional healthcare to pioneering the ketamine infusion clinic Waybridge in Omaha, Nebraska, Dr. Koenig offers invaluable insights into integrating ketamine therapy with alternative treatments like aromatherapy.
You will gain a deeper understanding of ketamine's groundbreaking role in mental health and medicine, practical advice for opening your own ketamine practice, and inspiration from Dr. Koenig's personal growth and spiritual development through her work.
Discover how ketamine is reshaping the landscape of mental health treatment and what it means for the future of medicine from one of its most passionate advocates
Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or on your favorite podcast platform. Watch the discussion on YouTube here.
Episode 4 show notes:
00:00 Introduction to the Ketamine Startup Podcast
00:29 Interview with Dr. Leslie Koenig: Her Background and Journey
01:32 Transition from Traditional Healthcare to Ketamine Infusion Clinic
02:00 Exploring Integrative Medicine and the Impact of Ketamine
02:51 The Role of Ketamine in Emergency Medicine
06:04 The Challenges and Rewards of Setting Up a Ketamine Clinic
06:14 Overcoming Fear and Judgment in the Medical Field
07:38 The Power of Ketamine in Treating Suicidality and Depression
07:58 The Impact of Ketamine on Veterans and Suicide Rates
08:58 The Differences in Administering Ketamine in Various Settings
10:56 Strategies for Success in Running a Ketamine Clinic
12:27 Advice for Clinicians Looking to Open a Ketamine Clinic
14:07 The Personal Growth and Spiritual Journey of Running a Ketamine Clinic
26:42 The Future of Ketamine in Medicine and Mental Health
28:39 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Dr. Koenig’s book - Stress Relief Survival Guide: Fast, Easy, Totally Natural Techniques & Real Life Tips From A Combat Veteran ER Doctor