S3E7 - Introducing Ketamine Infusion Therapy for Refractory Depression featuring Dr. Darren Jakubec
Published: June 3, 2024
Duration: 27:22
Depression is a common and debilitating mental health condition affecting millions of people worldwide. Despite the availability of various treatment options, a significant proportion of individuals
with depression do not achieve adequate symptom relief. One promising newer treatment is ketamine infusion therapy, but its current availability is relatively limited.
Dr. Darren Jakubec is a GP anesthetist practicing in Smithers, where in addition to supporting surgeries at Bulkley Valley Regional Hospital, he provides pain management, counselling, and runs a dream clinic. Dr. Jakubec saw a unique quality improvement opportunity to use his skills and experience with anesthesia and mental...
with depression do not achieve adequate symptom relief. One promising newer treatment is ketamine infusion therapy, but its current availability is relatively limited.
Dr. Darren Jakubec is a GP anesthetist practicing in Smithers, where in addition to supporting surgeries at Bulkley Valley Regional Hospital, he provides pain management, counselling, and runs a dream clinic. Dr. Jakubec saw a unique quality improvement opportunity to use his skills and experience with anesthesia and mental...