Holistic MD

The Holistic MD team subscribes to a holistic view of the healing process. The clinic, located in Glen Head, New York, offers both sublingual and nasal ketamine treatments to patients suffering from the symptoms of treatment-resistant conditions. Recognizing that "behind every symptom, there is a human being," the team at Holistic MD approaches healing in an integrative manner. The clinical team combines ancient wisdom and practices with Western medicine, alongside cutting-edge treatments, to provide an alternative path to recovery for their patients. has a long history as a trusted anesthetic, and new research into its effects on and chronic pain is seeing it hailed as a psychiatric wonder drug. At Holistic MD, each patient's unique needs are taken into account when preparing a treatment plan. Dr. Michael Gurevich, considered "a top Long Island doctor for over a decade," brings a holistic approach to his treatment of patients, bearing in mind that ketamine therapy is only one part of a recovery journey. Dr. Gurevich also looks to general health, nutrition, and physical activity as adjuncts to medication and therapy. Overall, the Holistic MD clinic is a safe and comfortable environment in which to receive ketamine treatment and begin the road to recovery. Offered Treatments Spravato Esketamine nasal spray Sublingual Ketamine lozenges Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy Treated Conditions Treatment Resistant Depression PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) Suicidal patients Anxiety Disorder Bipolar Disorder, Depressed Bipolar II Disorder OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) Important Info Ketamine therapy should not replace psychiatry or psychotherapy. Individuals who have had cerebral aneurism, narrow angle glaucoma or uncontrollable hypertension, along with pregnant and lactating women, should not undergo ketamine therapy. Patients with other health conditions should check with their medical doctor beforehand. Please contact the clinic for further information about pricing, insurance, and other potential contra-indications. Your Treatment: What to Expect Once ketamine has been determined to be a suitable treatment, the patient and therapist begin Ketamine-Assisted Therapy (KAP). During KAP, a therapist guides the patient through the experience. Treatments take place at the Holistic MD clinic, and patients are monitored by a trained expert throughout the procedure. Some report nausea, vomiting, lightheadedness, or sensitivity to light, amongst other mild side effects. These effects wear off soon after the treatment ends. Also Read: Who is this treatment for? Ketamine-Assisted Therapy at Holistic MD is for those who have found little or no positive outcomes from the use of conventional psychiatric drugs. 50-70% of those suffering from treatment-resistant mental health conditions have reported a significant reduction in pain and anxiety after undergoing ketamine therapy. Though not yet approved by the FDA, this "off-label" medication has shown significant benefits in the treatment of difficult to manage conditions.