Learn from three medical pioneers who refused to accept "no" as an answer. Dr. Howard Kornfeld revolutionized addiction treatment, Dr. Joe Tafur bridges traditional and modern healing, and Dr. Mel Herbert transformed global medical education. Their stories prove individual practitioners can create lasting systemic change.

Emergency physician Dr. Nico Grundmann shares his journey from ER doctor to CEO, scaling Ember Health from one pilot location to five ketamine clinics across New York City.

Dr. Howard Kornfeld shares five decades of medical insights, from emergency medicine and nuclear activism to pioneering buprenorphine treatment and building Recovery Without Walls clinic.

Kim and Sam Ko share their complete journey from hospital-employed physicians to successful ketamine clinic owners. Learn how they discovered ketamine research, managed the risks of leaving traditional employment, overcame social resistance, and built Reset Ketamine from four treatments in month one to a thriving practice.

Learn four essential mindset tools that separate successful ketamine clinics from those that struggle. Kim and Sam teach simple mnemonics for staying focused during chaos, prioritizing effectively, maintaining presence, and controlling negative thoughts that can derail your practice

Discover why individual ketamine therapy isn't enough and shares practical strategies for building healing communities that address systemic mental health challenges with Mike Margolies, co-founder of Global Psychedelic Society.

Learn the proven ACC marketing framework (Awareness, Consideration, Conversion). Discover how to create organic content that builds trust, dominate local search results, and use newsletters as your highest ROI marketing tool.

Discover essential insurance requirements for ketamine clinics from expert Canyon Clifton, including malpractice coverage, cyber liability protection, business insurance, and strategic claims prevention methods.

Explore essential patient preparation strategies for safer, more effective ketamine infusion experiences and improved clinical outcomes.

Explore the role of music in psychedelic and ketamine therapy, including music selection strategies, historical insights, and practical tips for clinicians supporting therapeutic journeys.

In this clinical deep dive, Sam shares the history, neuroscience, and protocols behind ketamine infusion therapy. Perfect for clinicians and providers, this episode outlines how ketamine works, ideal patient selection, dosing, and real-world treatment results for depression, PTSD, anxiety, and chronic pain.

In this episode, Sam and Kim Ko share the 3F Framework (Finances, Feelings, and Forces) to help you determine when it’s the right time to go full-time with your ketamine clinic. Whether you're juggling a current job or already seeing patients, this episode offers real talk, myths to bust, and actionable steps to make a confident, strategic decision.

In this special Season 1 finale of the Ketamine StartUp Podcast, we reflect on key episodes covering ketamine clinic business strategies, clinical best practices, physician wellness, and emerging psychedelic medicine trends. Whether you're catching up or revisiting favorites, we’ve got a guide to help. Tune in and get ready for an exciting Season 2 coming in April!

In this episode, Sam and Kim discuss the top 10 ways ketamine clinics fail and provide actionable strategies to avoid these pitfalls. With topics ranging from patient care and marketing to financial stability and ethical considerations, this episode equips aspiring clinic owners with the tools they need for success.

In this episode, Dr. Mel Herbert, founder of EM:RAP, delves into his transformative experience with ketamine therapy, the mental health challenges faced by physicians, and the power of forgiveness. Discover insights on combating burnout, the evolving role of psychedelics in mental health care, and practical advice for building resilience in high-stress medical careers.

Discover 13 best practices for running a successful ketamine therapy clinic. Learn strategies for patient safety, integration, and collaboration to enhance care and navigate challenges with confidence.

Discover essential DEA compliance techniques with retired special agent Dennis Wichern. This episode provides vital insights into managing a ketamine clinic, understanding regulatory landscapes, and implementing best practices to support operational success and avoid common regulatory pitfalls.

In this episode, Sam shares his experience from ACEP 2024 on starting a ketamine clinic. He discusses the benefits of ketamine therapy for treatment-resistant conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Learn why emergency physicians are uniquely suited for this career shift and the steps involved in opening a ketamine clinic.