Location Location Location: SOMA West

15 Jan 2024 Health Basics, Lifestyle, Mental health, West Omaha , , , , , , ,

Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Harvey Oaks Plaza in West Omaha, Nebraska. Our new family practice, SOMA West enjoys it’s prime location next to two local favorites—Vic’s Popcorn and A+ Mongolian Grill! Situated just around the corner from Family Fare, this area is known for its bustling atmosphere and diverse offerings.

Located in Harvey Oaks Plaza

Nearby schools and apartments makes the proximity to these well-established amenities and the convenience of being near No Frills make our location an enticing destination for our patients. The are surrounding our new clinic offers a unique blend of flavors and community vibes. Please let us know if you need recommendations on local stays and hotels.

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If you are interested in receiving healthcare, Spravato treatments, or IV ketamine please do not hesitate to reach out and schedule today! We are currently accepting patients and are open 6 days a week. This location is by appointment only. If you need to be seen same day please visit our SOMA South Location. You can reach either location by calling 402-731-9100. We look forward to helping you!

M-F 9:00am- 4:00pm | Saturdays 9:00am-11:00am

Successful treatment for major depressive disorder and treatment resistant depression

Emerging studies on ketamine use in medicine

16 Dec 2022 Health Basics, Lifestyle, Mental health, South Omaha , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Staying up to date.

Part of our success has been to have a continuing improving model when it comes to our patient care. We carefully monitor medical journals as well as research studies to stay up to date on what we offer our patients. Our group of medical directors uses the latest information to make sure our patient protocols are as up to date as possible. Below are some of there recent studies we have been keeping an eye one;

Parte de nuestro éxito ha sido tener un modelo de mejoramiento contino en lo que respecta a la atención de nuestros pacientes. Supervisamos cuidadosamente las revistas médicas y los estudios de investigación para estar al día sobre lo que ofrecemos a nuestros pacientes. Nuestro grupo de directores médicos utiliza la información más reciente para asegurarse de que los protocolos de nuestros pacientes estén lo más actualizados posible. A continuación se presentan algunos de los estudios recientes que hemos estado vigilando;

Ketamine and Therapy could help treat alcoholism

A new study on treating alcoholism with ketamine. This particular study is looking at treating severe alcohol use disorder. Very low dose infusions are given over a period of 1 to 2 months. Paired with therapy and educational sessions they are hoping to reduce the dependency on alcohol. Find out more by reading the article

We will be following closely as we seek new methods to treat our patients

Hay un nuevo estudio sobre el tratamiento del alcoholismo con ketamina. Este estudio en particular busca tratar el trastorno grave por consumo del alcohol. Las infusiones de dosis muy bajas se administran durante un período de 1 a 2 meses. Junto con la terapia y las sesiones educativas, esperan reducir la dependencia del alcohol. Obtenga más información leyendo el artículo

Estaremos siguiendo el estudio para ver si hay nuevos métodos para tratar a nuestros pacientes.

Esketamine Nasal Spray Bests Quetiapine XR in Difficult-to-Treat Depression

According to this article on MPR, results have been announced from a trial phase that compared

“the short- and long-term efficacy, safety, and tolerability of esketamine nasal spray to quetiapine extended-release (XR) in adults with treatment-resistant major depressive disorder.”

In other words, patients who were given  Spravato® were shown to have achieved remission at week 8 and remain relapse free in the longer term up to week 32 compared to patients on Seroquel XR.

Según este artículo sobre MPR, se han anunciado los resultados de una fase de ensayo que comparó

“la eficacia, la seguridad y la tolerabilidad a corto y largo plazo del aerosol nasal de esketamina con la liberación prolongada (XR) de quetiapina en adultos con enfermedades graves resistentes al tratamiento para desordenes depresivos.”

(traducido internamente por SOMA)

En otras palabras, se demostró que los pacientes que recibieron Spravato® lograron la remisión en la semana 8 y permanecieron libres de recaídas a largo plazo hasta la semana 32 en comparación con los pacientes que recibieron Seroquel XR.

We are a Spravato REMS certified clinic and would be happy to help you seek treatment today.

SPRAVATO® is the first prescription nasal spray, taken with an oral antidepressant, for:

  • Adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD). In the SPRAVATO® clinical trials, TRD was diagnosed in adults who were struggling with major depressive disorder and had not responded adequately to at least two different antidepressants of adequate dose and duration in the current episode.
  • Depressive symptoms in adults with major depressive disorder with suicidal thoughts or actions

Somos una clínica certificada por Spravato® REMS y nos complacería ayudarlo a buscar tratamiento hoy.

SPRAVATO®  (eskatamine) es un medicamento recetado que se utiliza en conjunto con un antidepresivo oral para el tratamiento de: 

  • Adultos con depresión resistente al tratamiento (DRT)
  • Síntomas depresivos en adultos con trastorno depresivo mayor (TDM) con pensamientos o acciones suicidas.

Please contact us if you have any questions or check out our Spravato® information page.

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SOMA is a Spravato certified REMS center!

26 Nov 2022 Health Basics, Lifestyle, Mental health, South Omaha , , , , , , ,

What is Spravato® Therapy?

SPRAVATO®  (esketamine) is an effective method in treating adults with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). It is an intranasal prescription medicine, used along with an antidepressant taken by mouth, for Treatment Resistant Depression (TRD) in adults. TRD is defined as the failure of two or more oral antidepressants of adequate dose and duration. 

If you are struggling with depression and have tried two or more antidepressants without relief, it’s time to talk to your doctor or schedule an evaluation to see if Spravato®  is the answer.

Each treatment lasts about two hours where patients are monitored in a comfortable setting in our clinics.  (Due to the side effects of the Spravato®  treatment, you are not allowed to drive afterward – you must have a friend, family member, or a ride share service pick you up.) We have a number of available room choices depending on what you like to do during your treatments.

Any specific questions please call us at: 531-267-0711

SPRAVATO® is the first prescription nasal spray, taken with an oral antidepressant, for:

  • Adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD). In the SPRAVATO® clinical trials, TRD was diagnosed in adults who were struggling with major depressive disorder and had not responded adequately to at least two different antidepressants of adequate dose and duration in the current episode.
  • Depressive symptoms in adults with major depressive disorder with suicidal thoughts or actions

Helpful Links: each of the articles below highlight the benefits of Spravato® treatments. All of the information used in this post is from Spravato®  (esketamine) and can be found below;

Please contact us if you have any questions or check out our Spravato® information page.

August Ketamine promotion for Omaha and surrounding areas

1 Aug 2022 Health Basics, Lifestyle, Mental health, South Omaha , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

For the month of August we would like to offer the following promotions on our mental health services (please call to receive promo pricing!):

  • Current Ketamine IV patients: book your next booster appointment and receive $50 off (must be paid at time of booking)
  • New IV patients requiring physicals: book your consult & ketamine infusions and receive $100 off your last infusion (must be paid at time of booking)
  • All Referrals: All patients that send referrals to our practice who book an appointment or consult will get $50 off of their next ketamine infusion (valid 1 per person & can be combined). For both you and your referral!

Our bilingual Family Practice medical clinic is ready to help you with an August ketamine promotion on our IV infusions. We have been constantly improving on our methods and work flows to optimize the patient experience. For being patient during our growth we would like to extend a promotion for all current and new patients.

Different Care Options

Although a big focus at our clinic is Ketamine IV therapy. We also encourage patients to look into Esketamine, an oral inhalant alternative. We have partnered with Spravato to become an available treatment center here in Omaha! Please reach out to us to schedule and see about starting the process. Those patients who are already eligible or in the program can now choose us as a supported center. Additionally, many insurance carriers reimburse the treatment and we have become experts at navigating the insurance process.

What is SPRAVATO® (esketamine) CIII nasal spray? SPRAVATO® is a prescription medicine, used along with an antidepressant taken by mouth to treat: Adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD)Depressive symptoms in adults with major depressive disorder (MDD) with suicidal thoughts or actions. This is a federally backed program that is covered by most insurance options. Please contact us for specific information regarding reimbursement and becoming eligible.

Helpful Links: each of the articles below highlight the benefits of Spravato Treatments.

If you know someone who is having suicidal thoughts or ideations please reach out to the national support center by dialing (or texting) #988

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Omaha NE treatment for major depressive disorder and treatment resistant depression

SOMA is proud to announce Spravato!

14 Jul 2022 Health Basics, Lifestyle, South Omaha , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Ketamine has been studied for treatment of a variety of mental health conditions. It is thought to reset and re-establish connections within the brain to treat resistant depression and rapidly relieve suicidal thoughts.

We have partnered with Spravato to become an available treatment center here in Omaha! Please reach out to us to schedule and see about starting the process. Those patients who are already eligible or in the program can now choose us as a supported center.

Any specific questions please call us at: 531-267-0711

What is SPRAVATO® (esketamine) CIII nasal spray? SPRAVATO® is a prescription medicine, used along with an antidepressant taken by mouth to treat: Adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD)Depressive symptoms in adults with major depressive disorder (MDD) with suicidal thoughts or actions. This is a federally backed program that is covered by most insurance options. Please contact us for specific information regarding reimbursement and becoming eligible.


SPRAVATO® is the first prescription nasal spray, taken with an oral antidepressant, for:

  • Adults with treatment-resistant depressionXIn the SPRAVATO® clinical trials, treatment-resistant depression was diagnosed in adults who were struggling with major depressive disorder and had not responded adequately to at least two different antidepressants of adequate dose and duration in the current episode.
  • Depressive symptoms in adults with major depressive disorder with suicidal thoughts or actions

Helpful Links: each of the articles below highlight the benefits of Spravato Treatments

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

What is Ketamine-IV Therapy?

22 Jun 2022 Health Basics, Lifestyle, South Omaha , , , , , , , , , ,

Ketamine has been studied for treatment of a variety of mental health conditions. It is thought to reset and re-establish connections within the brain to treat resistant depression and rapidly relieve suicidal thoughts.

We at SOMA see ketamine IV therapy as an adjunct to other therapies and will work closely with your PCP, psychiatrist, and/or therapist to optimize your mental well-being. Our approach uses a low dose of ketamine through a series of infusions that is based on research-backed, consensus guidelines.

What to expect

An initial consultation is done to determine the appropriateness of ketamine therapy and address questions. For best results, our study-supported regimen includes 6 treatment sessions over 2-3 weeks with booster infusions periodically as needed. While some patients may feel improvement in symptoms after only 1 or 2 infusions, we focus on the longer term improvement.

Helpful Links: each of the articles below highlight the benefits of Ketamine IV Therapy for each of the conditions.

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

Nurse Collaboration

Ketamine: A Nurse’s Perspective

18 May 2022 Health Basics, Lifestyle, South Omaha , , , , , , , , , , ,

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

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

Ketamine treats people at risk of suicide

28 Apr 2022 Health Basics, Lifestyle, South Omaha , , , , , , , , , ,

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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