Is Ketamine A Miracle Drug?

Following the 2023 death of actor Matthew Perry, more people have become aware of Ketamine, also known as "Special K", a popular but very dangerous party drug. But few people know about the other side of the story, that Ketamine, which, when used properly, is one of the most effective tools in treating severe depression and PTSD. In our next episode Dr. John Krystal, a pioneer in the uses of Ketamine for psychiatric disorders, will discuss both its transformative and sometimes life-saving effects, as well as the many risks associated with its misuse. Is it really the miracle drug that it seems to be?   For more information, transcripts, and all episodes, please visit https://thisisyourbrain.com   For more about Weill Cornell Medicine Neurological Surgery, please visit https://neurosurgery.weillcornell.org