Ketamine myths and facts: What PCPs need to know

Join Carlene MacMillan, chief medical officer at Osmind, to explore the evolving role of primary care physicians in addressing mental health challenges, particularly in the context of emerging therapies like ketamine. We delve into misconceptions surrounding ketamine use, factors to consider when prescribing it, and its potential benefits when combined with psychotherapy. Carlene MacMillan is chief medical officer, Osmind, a public benefit corporation dedicated to aiding clinicians and researchers in advancing life-saving mental health treatments. In this role, she concentrates on product development, growth initiatives, and medical affairs. Dr. MacMillan is also a co-founder of Fermata Health, an interventional psychiatry practice located in Brooklyn, NYC. She can be reached on X @CarleneMac. She discusses the KevinMD article, "Ketamine for mental health conditions: What every primary care physician needs to know." Careers by KevinMD is your gateway to health care success. We connect you with real-time, exclusive resources like job boards, news updates, and salary insights, all tailored for health care professionals. With expertise in uniting top talent and leading employers across the nation's largest health care hiring network, we're your partner in shaping health care's future. Fulfill your health care journey at KevinMD.com/careers. VISIT SPONSOR → https://kevinmd.com/careers Discovering disability insurance? Pattern understands your concerns. Over 20,000 doctors trust us for straightforward, affordable coverage. We handle everything from quotes to paperwork. Say goodbye to insurance stress – visit Pattern today at KevinMD.com/pattern. VISIT SPONSOR → https://kevinmd.com/pattern SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/cd5ryA Powered by CMEfy.