Ketamine Wellness Institute

The expert caregivers at Ketamine Wellness Institute in Chapel Hill, North Carolina base their practice on an empathetic understanding of their patients' needs. Taking the time to get to know their patients allows the clinical team to avoid the "cookie-cutter medicine" adopted by many primary care physicians. This is important in understanding, and the unique challenges that each condition brings. Of the approximately 16 million individuals who struggle with depression, many have little success with mainstream medicines. Ketamine therapy offers a safe, effective, and clinically proven alternative. The Ketamine Wellness Institute is headed by co-founders Dr. Bilal Lateef and Dr. Muhammad Ashraf. The doctors bring to the clinical team an expert knowledge of anesthesia practices, neurobiology, and psychology. Further, both demonstrate a commitment to improving the mental and physical health of their communities. The clinic's mission statement is "to provide high-quality care in a comfortable, private, and, most importantly, SAFE environment." Offered Treatments IV Ketamine Infusion Therapy Treated Conditions Chronic Pain Depression Treatment Migraines OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) Important Info Monday through Thursday, Ketamine Wellness Institute's hours are by appointment only. The initial consultation is free of cost. Ketamine Wellness Institute can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance carrier for consideration of reimbursement. The clinic does not offer payment plan options. Each infusion session must be paid for in full prior to receiving services. Some drugs, prescription or recreational, can interfere with the effectiveness of ketamine infusion. Check with your primary care provider before stopping any medication. Your Treatment: What to expect at Ketamine Wellness Institute Once ketamine is determined to be a suitable treatment, the infusion is administered by an experienced anesthesia provider. Patient monitoring throughout the process helps to make sure that the experience is a safe and comfortable one. The low-dose ketamine treatment takes approximately 40 minutes, followed by a 30-minute recovery period. Some patients experience elevated blood pressure and nausea, among other mild side effects. Side effects are also closely monitored, and dissipate soon after the infusion ends. Who is this treatment for? Ketamine infusion therapy provided at Ketamine Wellness Institute is for those suffering from the most severe cases of depression, anxiety, and numerous other mental disorders. If you have seen limited success from traditional psychotherapy, medication, and/or physical therapy, ketamine infusions are a research-based alternative, shown to be effective in 70 percent of patients. IV ketamine is safe, fast, and effective, and can help to restore hope and positivity to one's life. Discover more Ketamine Wellness Institute locations