Ketamine therapy is increasingly used for mental health conditions like treatment-resistant depression, but thorough medical screening is critical for patient safety. Many providers lack training in properly assessing patients for ketamine treatment.

Without a comprehensive understanding of medical contraindications and proper dosing, ketamine treatment can potentially lead to adverse events or lack of effectiveness. This puts both patients and providers at risk.

This course provides a clear, step-by-step framework for conducting a thorough medical assessment and determining appropriate ketamine dosing and administration before treatment.

Medical Assessment for Ketamine Treatment

This 1-hour video course is a must for any provider looking to offer ketamine treatment to patients. You'll learn to identify key medical and psychological factors determining whether ketamine is appropriate through patient history, examination, vital signs, and laboratory evaluation. Proper dosing guidance based on the administration route is also covered.

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

  • List at least 3 major contraindications for ketamine treatment

  • Describe key components of the medical history and physical exam to evaluate ketamine eligibility

  • Calculate appropriate ketamine dosing based on patient factors and administration route

Continuing Education Approvals and Information

NBCC-Approved Provider | Oregon Board-Recognized CE

Psychedelic Affirming Education has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7579. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Psychedelic Affirming Education is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.NBCC ACEP No. 7579 logo

This program is designed to meet continuing education requirements for the following boards:

  • Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon
  • Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists (OAR 833-080-0011)
  • Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers (OAR 877-025-0011)
  • Oregon Board of Psychology (OAR 858-040-0015)
  • Washington Examining Board of Psychology (WAC 246-924-240)
  • Washington Mental Health Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Social Workers Advisory Committee (WAC 246-809-620)

Please note: The responsibility for substantiating that a particular program meets the requirements rests solely with the licensee. 

Course curriculum

    1. Free Video Preview

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. Course Description and Learning Objectives

    3. Course Resources

    1. Ketamine Medical Assessment Video

    2. Video: Review of Ketamine Indications, Contraindications and Cautions

    1. Ketamine Medical Assessment: Learning Assessment

    2. Program Evaluation

About this course

  • $40.00
  • 7 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content

Instructor

Dr. Lindsay Wilkinson

ND, LAc

Dr. Wilkinson works with patients on a wide variety of integrative mental health, gynecologic, and digestive health concerns, and has pursued focused clinical training in non-ordinary states of consciousness. Dr. Lindsay uses evidence informed practice in both traditional and modern diagnostic techniques and treatment methods. After completing a CNME approved residency at Kwan Yin Healing Arts Center in 2016, Dr. Wilkinson has continued to provide care with a dual focus on conventional and holistic mental health and women’s health. Dr. Wilkinson brings a comprehensive holistic approach to her patients with an emphasis in somatic techniques incorporating bodywork and acupuncture to invite patients into body awareness, alleviate pain, and optimize the relationships between psyche and soma. Dr. Wilkinson’s passion for body-centered techniques have driven her to integrate multiple bodywork modalities into her practice, including Classical 5 Element Acupuncture, Tami Kent’s Holistic Pelvic Care, the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy, Chi Nei Tsang visceral abdominal massage, Cranial Sacral Therapy and Kundalini Mediumship Shamanic Healing.

Dr. Peter H. Addy

PhD, LPC, LMHC

Dr. Peter H. Addy is an expert in the field of psychedelic substances and states of consciousness. With 15 years of experience, Dr. Addy has established himself as an authority on the transformative effects of transcendence and wholeness. Dr. Addy's knowledge and expertise have led him to become a highly sought-after speaker and presenter, having given talks internationally on a range of topics related to spirituality, transpersonal states, psychedelic science, and research methodology. Dr. Addy is also an accomplished writer, having authored numerous scientific articles, book chapters, and popular press articles on typical and atypical psychedelics, substance abuse, and spirituality.

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FAQs

  • How long do I have access to this course?

    You will have lifetime access to this video course and any future updates.

  • I am not a physician. Can I still take this course?

    Yes, this course is valuable for any provider who may refer patients for or participate in ketamine treatment, including counselors, therapists, nurses, and alternative practitioners. No medical degree is required.

  • What is your policy on accommodations for participants with disabilities?

    We are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment for all participants. If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact us. We will work with you to make reasonable accommodations to ensure you can fully participate in the course.

  • What is your refund and cancellation policy?

    We have a no-refund policy for this course; all sales are final. We encourage participants to carefully review the course description and requirements before enrolling.

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