Contributor: Destigmatizing Ketamine for Legitimate Pain Use - AJMC.com Managed Markets Network
Ketamine has been safely used as an anesthetic in the hospital environment for years, but with the proper training, it can also be administered by a medical professional in a clinical setting to provide pain relief.
Some unorthodox and novel treatments, such as ketamine, have been stigmatized in the medical community because of their potential for abuse. This stigma prevents patients from receiving care with pot… [+4370 chars]
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