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Innovation and research continuously provide new tools and therapies to address complex medical conditions in modern medicine. Ketamine, once primarily recognized as an anesthetic agent, has recently gained recognition for its versatile applications in treating various psychiatric and chronic pain disorders. Ketamine infusions, administered under medical supervision, have emerged as a promising and transformative treatment option.
Dr. Jennifer Sandadi, medical director at Ketamine Health Centers, states, “As an anesthesiologist, I have clinically seen the effects of ketamine in the operating room. Ketamine therapy can also help to treat multiple mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, addiction, and chronic pain. As a physician, I felt my responsibility was to extend these benefits to as many people in our community as possible. We opened our center to help those in need and will continue to reach out to the community as long as possible. I am fortunate to say that we have an amazing team of individuals here to help.”
Ketamine: Beyond Anesthesia
Ketamine, initially developed in the 1960s as an anesthetic, has found a new purpose in the medical world. Its unique properties make it an invaluable asset in treating previously challenging conditions to manage effectively.
• Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD): Ketamine infusions have shown remarkable success in alleviating symptoms of TRD, a condition where individuals do not respond to conventional antidepressants. The fast-acting nature of ketamine can provide rapid relief, sometimes within hours of administration, offering newfound hope to those suffering from severe depression.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): PTSD can profoundly impact an individual’s life. Ketamine infusions have demonstrated promise in reducing the severity of PTSD symptoms, including intrusive thoughts and nightmares, allowing patients to regain a sense of control and normalcy.
• Bipolar Disorder: For individuals with bipolar depression, ketamine infusions can help stabilize mood and minimize depressive episodes. This therapy complements existing treatments and enhances overall quality of life.
• Chronic Pain Management: Chronic pain conditions like complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and fibromyalgia can be debilitating. Ketamine infusions, often in higher doses than for psychiatric conditions, can provide relief by modulating pain signals in the brain and spinal cord.
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): OCD is characterized by distressing obsessions and compulsive behaviors. Ketamine therapy can offer relief from these symptoms, providing patients with a chance to regain control over their lives.
• Suicidal Ideation: Ketamine’s rapid antidepressant effects make it a valuable tool in emergency situations, such as when individuals are experiencing acute suicidal ideation. Administered under careful medical supervision, ketamine can stabilize mood and prevent immediate harm.
• Substance Use Disorders: Ketamine is being explored as a treatment for addiction. It may help individuals gain insights into their behaviors and motivations, potentially facilitating a smoother recovery process.
The Administration of Ketamine Infusions
Ketamine infusions are administered in a controlled medical setting to ensure patient safety and optimize therapeutic outcomes. The dosage, frequency, and duration of ketamine therapy vary based on the specific condition being treated, the individual’s response, and the healthcare provider’s recommendations. Patients typically remain awake as they receive the medication intravenously (IV).
Ketamine infusions have transcended their role as an anesthetic agent, offering newfound hope and healing for individuals battling treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions and chronic pain disorders. Their rapid onset of action and efficacy have revolutionized treatment approaches, especially for those who have exhausted conventional therapies.
The first step is awareness, the second step is reaching out….
KETAMINE HEALTH CENTERS
As the leading provider of IV ketamine infusion therapy in Florida, we aim to provide relief and offer hope to those suffering from treatment-resistant conditions. We are one of the very few centers specializing in ketamine infusion therapy, with a team of both mental health and certified anesthesia professionals to help our patients on their journey to recovery.
In addition to ketamine infusion therapy, our centers have multiple treatment options designed to help you regain control and start living again. Considering your health, our practical and minimally invasive therapies are available for various conditions.
At Ketamine Health Centers, our goal is for our patients to succeed. We want to help you to improve functioning and quality of life. Our mission is to provide individualized treatment for each person, in order that they may regain balance in their lives.
With years of medical experience, knowledge, and prior ketamine application, our team of qualified medical experts can provide patients with life-changing, holistic treatments.
Check out our YouTube channel to see what we have to offer and how we can help you.
https://www.youtube.com/@ketaminehealthcenters9672
We invite you to stop by the Lee County Civic Center on Saturday, October 14 between 10am and 2pm, to talk with us at the LEE COUNTY SENIOR EXPO.
We look forward to seeing you there!
In an effort to address the whole person, Ketamine Health Centers powered by Irwin Naturals Emergence also offers supreme quality nutraceuticals to address the mind-body connection.
Dr Jennifer Sandadi, MD, Medical Director
Dr Sandadi, Medical Director, Bonita Springs Ketamine Health Center
Dr. Jennifer Sandadi completed her residency in Anesthesiology at Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals, after graduating from the University of MD and the University of Miami School of Medicine. She is double Board Certified in Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Sandadi completed her Fellowship Training in Cardiothoracic and Surgical Critical Care Medicine at Columbia University, NY Presbyterian Hospital. Dr Sandadi has served as Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology at Cornell University, NY Presbyterian Hospital. She is currently an anesthesiologist in Ft. Myers, FL and serves as the medical director for an outpatient surgery center as well as the Bonita Springs Ketamine Health Center.
Dale Alice Block, LMFT
Dale Alice Block, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Director of Ketamine Health Centers
After graduating from the University of Rhode Island with a masters in MFT, Ms. Block completed three years of post-graduate study in clinical supervision and management, culminating in the AAMFT Qualified Supervisor designation. Her clinical experience and supervision of other professionals spans 30+ years. She has established and supervised multiple programs, both inpatient and outpatient, including trauma focused care programs, addiction facilities, loss and bereavement programs, neurodiverse support programming, spiritual healing programs, general counseling and currently all clinical aspects of the counseling and alternative services at Ketamine Health Centers across the state.
