Physician-supervised IV ketamine therapy in sugar land
A more rapidly-acting treatment option for depression, PTSD, anxiety, and certain chronic pain conditions when conventional treatments have not provided enough relief.
When depression, trauma-related symptoms, anxiety, or chronic pain continue despite other treatments, IV ketamine may offer another path forward. Some patients notice meaningful changes within hours or during their initial treatment series, while others respond more gradually. Every individual is different, so each infusion is individually dosed and medically monitored under the supervision of a board-certified anesthesiologist.
Ask about eligibility, treatment timing, safety, and cost—without any obligation to begin treatment.
Could IV Ketamine Be Appropriate for You?
Ketamine therapy may be considered for adults whose depression, PTSD symptoms, anxiety, or certain chronic pain conditions have not improved sufficiently with conventional treatment.
You may be ready to explore ketamine if:
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you have tried medications, psychotherapy, pain treatments, or other approaches without enough relief;
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your symptoms continue to interfere with work, sleep, relationships, or daily functioning;
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you are looking for a medically supervised treatment with rapid-acting potential;
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and you are willing to complete a medical screening and arrange transportation after treatment.
A consultation is required to determine whether treatment is safe and appropriate for your individual circumstances.
Response to ketamine varies. Some patients notice early changes in mood, pain, mental flexibility, sleep, or daily functioning. Others require several treatments before improvement becomes apparent, and some respond less due to various factors. Progress is reviewed throughout the treatment series so recommendations can be adjusted appropriately.
More Than an Infusion Appointment
Ketamine response is influenced by diagnosis, medical history, dosing, treatment frequency, concurrent care, and individual differences.
Why Patients Choose Our Clinic
Physician-led treatment
Care is overseen by a board-certified anesthesiologist and pain-management physician.
Individualized IV dosing
Treatment is adjusted according to your health history, clinical needs, and response.
Continuous monitoring
Vital signs are monitored throughout treatment, with trained personnel and emergency equipment onsite.
Clear pricing
The initial physician consultation is free, and individual infusions are $400 for general hour-long infusion treatments.
Support before and after treatment
Patients receive preparation, recovery, and follow-up guidance as part of their treatment plan. Our patient's well-being is our top priority and we are easily reachable to ease any doubts.
We pursue timely relief without compromising screening, monitoring, or individualized medical care.
Treatment Built Around the Individual Patient
Ketamine is one part of care. Medical health, current medications, psychological support, sleep, substance use, and other factors may influence treatment planning and longer-term outcomes.
Medical Factors That May Affect Treatment
Before treatment, we review relevant medical conditions, medications, cardiovascular health, substance use, and other factors that may affect safety or treatment planning.
Bakhtiar Shah, MD
Board-Certified Anesthesiologist & Pain Management Physician
Dr. Shah is Board Certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology both in Anesthesiology and Pain Management, and brings with him a wealth of broad experience in providing care to patients.
Guided by Expertise,
Defined by Compassion
We have been in practice since 2019 and have accumulated a wealth of experience since then, successfully completing over 3,000 procedures .
Our Clinic
Learn more about our team
Samantha ensures every detail of each patient’s treatment runs smoothly—from scheduling and logistics to supporting the physician during ketamine infusions, making treatment as comfortable and reassuring as possible.
Samantha Royo
Doctor's Assistant & Office manager
What the Initial Treatment Process Looks Like
For many patients, healing follows a natural progression:
1. Medical consultation
We review your symptoms, treatment history, medications, medical conditions, and potential contraindications.
2. Initial infusion and observation
Your dose is individualized, vital signs are monitored, and you remain under medical supervision throughout treatment and recovery.
3. Treatment-series assessment
Your response is evaluated across the initial series using symptoms, functioning, tolerability, and clinical judgment.
4. Follow-up planning
Depending on your response, the physician may discuss additional infusions, maintenance treatment, coordination with existing providers, or alternative care.
Temporary physical, emotional, or perceptual effects can occur during or after an infusion. Tell the clinical team about any concerning, persistent, or worsening symptoms so they can be evaluated appropriately.
Rapid-Acting Potential With Individualized Follow-Up
Unlocking Potential with Ketamine
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May reduce depressive or trauma-related symptom intensity
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Affects glutamate and NMDA-receptor signaling associated with neuroplasticity
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May make thoughts and emotional patterns feel less rigid for some patients
Supporting Improvement Beyond the Infusion
Ketamine does not replace comprehensive mental-health or pain care. When appropriate, patients may be encouraged to continue working with their psychiatrist, therapist, primary-care clinician, or pain specialist while receiving ketamine treatment.
Ketamine may produce relatively rapid symptom improvement in some patients, but the timing, degree, and duration of response vary. Continued psychiatric, psychological, medical, or pain-management care may still be recommended.
Board-Certified Oversight
Continuous Vitals Monitoring
Physician-Directed Safety Protocols
Safety & Monitoring
Your safety is our highest priority. We provide the peace of mind that comes from being under the care of board-certified anesthesiologists and specialists. Utilizing close clinical observation and multifunctional cardiac monitors, we maintain the highest clinical standards within a calming environment.
Our clinical procedures are informed by the Standards of Practice published by the American Society of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists, and Practitioners.
Treatment-Resistant Depression
Ketamine affects glutamate signaling and neuroplasticity and may reduce depressive symptoms more rapidly than conventional antidepressants for some patients.
Chronic Pain Management
Ketamine may reduce amplification of certain pain signals associated with central sensitization and neuropathic pain.
A Different Approach to Persistent Symptoms
For some people who have not improved sufficiently with conventional treatment, ketamine may reduce symptom intensity and create an opportunity to engage more effectively in ongoing care.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Ketamine may reduce the intensity of certain PTSD symptoms for some patients. Trauma-focused psychotherapy and other ongoing care may still be recommended.
Bipolar Depression
Ketamine may be considered for carefully selected patients experiencing bipolar depression.
*Screening for mania, psychosis, medication interactions, and mood stability is particularly important.
Severe Anxiety & Panic
Some patients experience reductions in severe anxiety or rumination, although response varies and ketamine is not appropriate for every anxiety disorder.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Early research suggests ketamine may temporarily reduce obsessive symptoms in some carefully selected patients, but it is not a replacement for established OCD treatments such as exposure and response prevention.
How Soon Could Ketamine Help?
Ketamine is different from many conventional antidepressant treatments because some patients experience symptom improvement within hours or days rather than waiting several weeks. However, the response is not guaranteed. Some patients notice changes after the first infusion, others during an initial treatment series, and although few, some do not experience meaningful benefit due to various factors.
During your consultation, the physician will explain the proposed schedule, when response will be assessed, and steps to take if treatment is not helping.
Find out whether ketamine treatment is appropriate for you by scheduling a free consultation today.
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