Ketamine Infusion Therapy NYC

What is Ketamine?

Ketamine is an anesthetic that has been safely used since the 70’s after FDA approval. It was first used as a general anesthetic, which is still being used today.

More recently, ketamine has been used in new and remarkable ways; most impressive of all is its ability to act as an efficacious, rapid-acting medication against depression and other mood disorders.

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NYC Ketamine Infusion Treatments

Major Depression

All of us experience sadness and unhappiness at some point in our lives. Clinical depression…

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Bipolar Depression

We all have ups and downs in life but people with bipolar disorder experience these peaks and valleys…

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Postpartum Depression

The birth of a baby can set off a farrago of emotions ranging from happiness and excitement to…

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Suicidal Ideations

Many people suffering from different mental health conditions like depression, obsessive…

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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD affects nearly 5.2 million Americans per year. It is a life-crippling condition…

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder or OCD is surprisingly not an uncommon psychological condition…

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Severe Anxiety

Everyone feels anxious in certain situations and it is particularly common to experience a certain level of anxiety while going through stressful situations…

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Dr. John Mendiola and Gateway to Solutions were featured on American Health Front

on CBS April 28, 2018, 2:00 pm EST

The fast and efficacious mechanism by which ketamine treats symptomatology is an exciting new advancement in treating depression.

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Why Us?

WE’RE NOT JUST A CLINIC

Unlike other ‘busy’ clinics that run 8-10 rooms at the same time and leave your care entirely to technicians, we pride ourselves in providing the highest possible level of care during this delicate time. You will be taken cared of by a board-certified anesthesiologist from the the time you come in to our office, up to the time you are ready to leave.

We are a boutique practice. We treat every patient as a unique individual, equally with compassion and respect. We have in-house mental clinicians who will work with us collaboratively to make sure you get complete individualized care and maximize your chance for recovery.

WE ENSURE YOUR SAFETY

A board certified anesthesiologist will be with you and readily available throughout all your treatments. We are more than equipped to handle any unexpected reactions during your infusions, making sure you are safe and comfortable at all times.

WE LISTEN AND MEASURE

We listen to your story and what your experiences are before, during, and after your treatments to make sure you are heading the right trajectory towards healing and recovery. We also measure your progress concretely throughout the treatment process.

Ketamine Infusion Therapy FAQ’s

What is Ketamine?

Ketamine was developed in 1962 by Parke-Davis. It has been used safely as an effective anesthetic since the 70’s for a variety of medical purposes for both children and adults. It works primarily as NMDA receptor antagonist, commonly described as a ‘dissociative’ anesthetic. Recently, it has been touted as the most significant breakthroughs in the treatment of treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain and other mood disorders. Unlike traditional psychotropic medications, which can take weeks to months to take effect, ketamine infusion works within hours of an infusion. This can be especially useful for severely depressed individuals with suicidal thoughts, individuals who suffer from major depressive disorder and other mental illnesses. The immediate relief could be lifesaving.

How likely is it to work?

Our experience, along with several clinical studies, have shown a 70-80% response rate.

How do I know if it is working?

Most report a noticeable feeling of hope, calmness, lightness and increased functionality. It could be as subtle as being able to do daily chores and self-grooming, to being able to be more social and meet up with friends. The effects could happen hours after infusion; but, generally it could take 2-3 days to be noticeable.

How many infusions will I need?

We will schedule you for a series of 6 infusions over 2-3 weeks. Most patients will feel the improvement after 2-3 infusions. If this is not the case, we will adjust your infusion accordingly. If there is still no response after this, we generally terminate the treatment. If you do see an improvement, however, we will finish the full 6 infusion course to maximize the brain’s synaptic repair and its duration.

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What Our Clients Say

Dr. Mendiola is a caring and compassionate physician who is very knowledgeable at what he does. He took the time to clearly and patiently explain to me what to expect during the treatments, and reassured me every step of the way.

Andrea M.

Dr. John made the effort to know me well as a patient, and treated me as an individual. I couldn’t have asked for a better doctor to take care of me.

Tim H.

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ABOUT US

John Mendiola, MD

over 20 years of experience

John Mendiola, MD, medical director and founder of MindBody Therapeutics is a board certified anesthesiologist who has been in practice for over 20 years. He has been an advocate of Ketamine Infusion Therapy for several years, treating patients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and other mood disorders. He received his training at the Montefiore Medical Center and Jack D. Weiler Hospital of the Albert Einstein School of Medicine, graduating as chief resident in his class. He has extensive medical training, including Critical Care experience. His undergraduate education was from University of Pennsylvania, earning a dual degree in pre-med and business finance from the prestigious School of Arts and Sciences and the Wharton School. He graduated Magna Cum Laude.

Dr. Mendiola is dedicated to use his medical expertise and extensive experience with ketamine infusions to help patients who suffer from physical, mental and emotional pain, gain their life back.

Ketamine Infusion Treatment New York City

Gateway to Solutions

GTS is a team of specialized, highly-trained mental health clinicians that has been in practice for over 20 years. They provide collaborative and individualized care to maximize and measure your improvement every step of the way.