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In this episode Dr. Yanuck "interviews" Dr. Richter. Dr. Richter is a board certified emergency medicine physician and Ketamine Specialist who deeply understands this space. This "interview" is a bit unique. Dr. Richter and Dr. Yanuck are not just colleagues but also close friends since day 1 of medical school. They have been through both of their personal and career evolutions and over the last few years their paths have merged as they find themselves working to provide patients with access to Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. In this interview, Dr. Yanuck asks Dr. Richter to introduce himself and how he got into this space and what interests him about the space, and 40 minutes later...a story is told. This is truly Dr. Richter. While with his patients he is an incredible listener, if you get him talking about his passion...he will just go. This episode comes unedited to preserve the true essence of Dr. Richter. We hope you enjoy, and if not, that's ok :)

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In this special episode, Dr. Justin Yanuck, MD is joined by Dr. David Richter, MD to discuss the news emerging from Mathew Perry's tragic death. In this episode they discuss their concern with how the news is covering this case, and its implications for future use for ketamine for those who could benefit from it. They cover topics such as ketamine use for people with history of addiction, off-label status of ketamine, health risks of ketamine including bladder issues and cardiovascular issues and more. They also discuss how the accused physicians practiced far outside standard of care and based on the accusations illegally as well. The opinions in this episode are the opinions of the doctors and should not be misconstrued as pointed accusations of fact or formal medical advice.

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In this episode we sit down with our previous guest, Sheila Stephens,PA-C to discuss breathwork and meditation. In her last appearance, she shared how vital meditation and breathwork were in helping her work through her anxiety leading up to and during her ketamine therapy. In this episode, she tells us how she went from skeptic of meditation and breathwork, to becoming a certified instructor, to implementing them in the ketamine treatment space, and ultimately to starting her own wellness and meditation coaching business. We discuss common misconceptions of these practices, how they actually work, and how starting a meditation practice while undergoing ketamine treatment might just be about the perfect time to start one. She talks about the power of starting small with meditation, the different types of breathwork, and how they regulate your nervous system giving you the ability to self regulate your emotions at any time.

Sheila is the founder of ReCenter Anywhere LLC, which offers 1:1 Personalized Mindfulness, Meditation, and Breathwork Coaching among other wellness coaching programs.

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You will not want to miss this episode! We got to sit down with the incredibly intelligent Sheila Stephens (PA-C) as she walks us through her ketamine experience. She walks us through the what she did the days before the infusion, how she was feeling beforehand, and then the day of the infusion. We then hear about how the infusion felt for her in great detail, and then how the subsequent hours and days after went. Sheila gives incredible insight into what the first infusion is like and helpful tips about what she did to prepare for her infusion and how she navigated the experience itself.

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In this episode, we discuss the importance of combining psychotherapy with ketamine infusions. Our conversation covers the synergistic effects of integrating these two treatments, emphasizing how psychotherapy can enhance and sustain the benefits of ketamine infusions. We discuss the best types of therapy to combine with ketamine, how each type of therapy works best with ketamine, as well as how to find a therapist in your area that might be trained in these modalities.

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In this episode we review what we think are the 10 most important questions you should ask during your ketamine consultation.This is not an exhaustive list, but some of the main questions we think you should ask. Remember, this is a two-way street here. They are evaluating you to make sure you are a candidate for this treatment, but you also need to evaluate the clinic to make sure they are a right fit for you as well. This applies to clinics, but most of these questions are broadly applicable.
1) Cost?
2) How is the medicine delivered?
3) How many sessions over how long?
4) Do you partner with any therapists?
5) What other medicines do you have and how often do you give them during an infusion?
6) What is the set up (room, eye-mask, headphones, music, other patients)?
7) Am I ever alone?
8) Most common side-effects?
9) Should I change any of my medications prior to infusion or during the induction?
10) How do you deal with a "bad trip"?

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In this episode, we explore how to approach conversations with friends and loved ones about starting ketamine infusions, addressing concerns and providing essential information. We discuss whether to involve children in these discussions and the best ways to handle their questions and emotions. Additionally, we offer advice on guiding friends and family on how to support you during and after each infusion session, emphasizing the importance of a strong support network. Join us as we delve into these crucial aspects of ketamine therapy, providing insights and practical tips for navigating this journey with your loved ones.

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In this episode, we delve into the dual nature of ketamine, exploring both its potential for addiction and its innovative use in treating patients with specific addictions. We begin by discussing the mechanisms behind ketamine's addictive properties, examining why some individuals may be at higher risk. Then, we shift focus to its therapeutic applications treating various substance use disorders.

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