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Ketamine: A Nurse’s Perspective

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What is Ketamine?

That was my initial question when I first started working at a ketamine infusion clinic. I had no idea the kind of impact it would have on me as a person and as a RN. I have seen individuals at their absolute lowest, coming into the clinic hopeless and even suicidal. To them they have tried everything…every medication, treatment, therapy, etc.  I have had the honor and pleasure of witnessing the growth, healing, and transformation of so many patients.

Ketamine has been around for decades but recently it has emerged as something of a miracle drug for patients with severe depression that does not improve with standard treatment. When given in low doses as an infusion over 45-60 minutes, it can provide rapid relief of suicidal thoughts and improve depression. Other treatments for depression including medications can take several weeks to months to see any effects.

Being able to see the transformations in patients first hand is so rewarding. I am privileged to witness patients leave our clinic after their 6 initial infusions and they are a completely different person (for the better). From not being able to get out of bed or take care of themselves to now getting dressed up and wanting to go out and socialize with friends. There are times I don’t even recognize the person from when I first met them. I will get individuals who I can barely get a word out of, let alone a smile or laugh, but towards the end they are cracking jokes and interacting with me. Ketamine truly is a miracle drug and has changed and saved so many lives. I am so glad I have been a part of it.

–A.S. RN

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Ketamine treats people at risk of suicide

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Depression is a common, severe and potentially life-threatening syndrome. There are emerging medical studies demonstrating significant decreases in suicidal ideation in adults who were given doses of ketamine. Here at South Omaha Ketamine we believe there is a possible rapid solution available for many adults.

According to the article published in News Week:

Researchers found that among 156 adults hospitalized for severe suicidal thoughts, those given two doses of ketamine often saw those disturbing ideas go away within a few days.

By day three, 63% were in full remission, compared to just under 32% of patients given a placebo in addition to standard care.

Ketamine, once famous for being a party past time, has quickly become an unbeatable treatment to depression and suicidal thoughts. According to the British Journal of Psychiatry the medication quickly eases depression symptoms (sometimes within a day). The speedy response is accredited as a life saver to those facing suicidal ideation. According to the BMJ study the conclusion over 156 participants were that:

The findings indicate that ketamine is rapid, safe in the short term, and has persistent benefits for acute care in suicidal patients. Comorbid mental disorders appear to be important moderators. An analgesic effect on mental pain might explain the anti-suicidal effects of ketamine.

The research mentioned in the article first debuted in the British Medical Journal earlier this year.

For more information and the entire News Week article please follow this link to read more and learn about how ketamine might help you or a loved one.

If you feel you might be a candidate for our IV Ketamine Therapy please reach out to us and set up a consultation. We hope we can help you find a solution

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What is Ketamine therapy? How will SOMA Ketamine Clinic help with my depression?

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Depression is a common, severe and potentially life-threatening syndrome. There are several clinical studies that suggest ketamine infusion therapy can have therapeutic effects in treatment-resistant depression.

Ketamine has been long used since 1970s as an anesthetic in surgery and in veterinary sciences. It was widely used by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War and remains a standard anesthetic in emergency rooms around the world. 

However, in recent years, there has been a growing interest in the use of low-dose ketamine for the treatment of a variety of conditions including severe and treatment-resistant depression. Its rapid and robust antidepressant effect has been studied and has shown significance in decreasing the severity of depression and suicidal thoughts.

Here at SOMA, we are a bilingual family practice medical clinic that specializes in primary care, walk-ins/emergency, and we’re now adding ketamine infusion therapy. Our certified medical professionals administer the ketamine infusion therapy, which has proven to be a safe and effective way to treat depression and other mental health conditions. The treatment involves a series of six IV infusions professionally administered in a safe and regulated environment over the course of 2-3 weeks. We are an accredited medical center with trained professionals who will properly dose and monitor the intake of ketamine while minimizing unwanted side effects, ensuring your comfort and safety.

Please contact us if you have any questions or check out our FAQ:

Weather Alert!

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Pending the incoming storm: South Omaha Medical Associates will be closed tomorrow (02/01/2016)! Depending on the weather during the week we may not be open. Please call us or check online for more updates.

South Omaha Medical Associates estara cerrado mañana (02/01/2016 ) por la tormenta ! Dependiendo del clima el miercoles probablemente estaremos abiertos o no. Por favor llámenos o miren aqui para confirmar si estaremos abiertos.

 

New promise for Type 2 Diabetes

A new study on type 2 diabetes from Newcastle University suggest that people suffering from this disease could be cured if they lost weight. The following is a summary on the article:

“Scientists at Newcastle University have shown the disease is caused by fat accumulating in the pancreas. Losing less than one gram from the organ can reverse the life-limiting illness and restore insulin production.

Type 2 diabetes until now, was thought to be chronic. It can lead to blindness, stroke, kidney failure and limb amputation.

But now researchers at Newcastle have shown that the be reversed, even in obese people who have had the condition for a long time.

18 obese people with Type 2 diabetes who were given gastric band surgery and put on a restricted diet for eight weeks were cured of their condition. During the trial the patients, aged between 25 and 65, lost an average of 13 per cent of their body weight. Crucially they also lost 0.6 grams of fat from their pancreas, allowing the organ to secrete normal levels of insulin.

The team is now planning a larger two year study involving 200 people with Glasgow University to check that the findings can be replicated and weight loss can be sustained for two years.”

Click here to read the entire article. Please call us today if you’d like to attend our free diabetes education classes. They are open to anyone not just SOMA patients. 402-731-9100 for any questions. 

Our course consists of:

  • CDE instructor
  • basic information on diabetes
  • simple diets and meal planning
  • exercise recommendations
  • blood sugar meter instructions and how to
  • Spanish translator available

Health Insurance Solutions

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Healthcare insurance

 

Midwest Health Insurance Solutions offers affordable health insurance for individuals, families, and businesses. On their website you will find information on how to register for health insurance as well as information on the Affordable Care Act and what this law means to you.  A professional team of licensed agents will help you find the best plan for your needs. Please visit their website to find out more information and set up an appointment. If you have any questions please contact Edwin Garcia (at the number in the flier). You can find the website by click on the link below:

Midwest Health Insurance Solutions

Midwest Health Solutions ofrece diferentes opciones de seguro de salud para los individuos, las familias, y las empresas. En su pagina web encontraras información sobre como inscribirse para el seguro de salud, y también sobre la nueva ley de salud, el Affordable Care Act, y que significa para usted. Un equipo profesional de agentes con licencia le ayudara a encontrar el mejor plan para sus necesidades. Por favor, visite la pagina de web para obtener mas información y hacer una cita. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta por favor póngase en contacto con Edwin Garcia (el numero esta en el folleto). Usted puede encontrar la pagina de web haciendo clic aquí:

Midwest Health Insurance Solutions

 

Cook rice with HALF the calories!

Rice with half the calories:

If you love rice but worry about your weight the good news is scientists have now discovered a way to reduce the caloric content of rice by over 50%, simply by the way it is cooked. According to recent scientific studies conducted in Sri Lanka if you want rice with HALF the calories try cooking it with coconut oil and refrigerating it overnight before eating.

  • Scientists say cooking the rice this way can cut the calories by up to 60%
  • The method increases the amount of resistant starch (RS) in the rice
  • RS is indigestible to the human body and so is not turned into sugar or fat

The key to cooking the rice is to first add a teaspoon of coconut oil to boiling water, then adding a half cup (105g) of rice, and then either simmering it for 40 minutes, or boiling it for 20 to 25 minutes. Then, they put the rice in the fridge for 12 hours to cool.

There is a warning however when it comes to reheating rice…Doctors warn that the reheated rice can be the cause of food poisoning. This isn’t as much about reheating as it is about the storage of the rice prior to being reheated.

Follow these tips to help serve rice safely:

  • Ideally serve the rice as soon as it has been cooked
  • If the rice can’t be served quickly then cool the rice as fast as possible (ideally within one hour)
  • Avoid keeping rice in the fridge for more than one day until reheating
  • When reheating any rice, always check that the dish is steaming hot all the way through
  • Do not reheat rice more than once

 

The information above and much more can be found at the Daily Mails website by clicking here

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