In this episode of the Ketamine Startup Podcast, Sam sits down with Dr. Carl Bonnett, a board-certified emergency physician and founder of Klarisana Clinics. With his background from military service and emergency medicine to pioneering in the ketamine clinic arena, Dr. Bonnett offers a wealth of wisdom and experience. This conversation covers the complexities of opening multiple clinics, navigating insurance companies, and championing ketamine access for law enforcement and veterans.

You will gain insight into Dr. Bonnett's dedicated research on ketamine's life-saving non-anesthetic properties and learn why a solid 'why' and an understanding of human psychology are paramount in this field. 

Discover how Dr. Bonnett's journey can inspire your own ketamine clinic endeavors, offering valuable lessons on overcoming challenges, the importance of purpose-driven practice, and the potential of ketamine treatment to change lives.

Episode 2 show notes: 

00:00 Introduction to the Ketamine Startup Podcast

01:21 Interview with Dr. Carl Bonnett: His Journey and Background

01:51 The Humble Beginnings of Klarisana Clinics

03:07 Expansion of Klarisana Clinics: Challenges and Successes

07:06 The Role of Research in Advancing Ketamine Therapy

11:18 Navigating Insurance Coverage for Ketamine Therapy

15:57 Ketamine Therapy for Law Enforcement and First Responders

17:39 Comparing Ketamine Use in Emergency Settings vs. Clinic Settings

19:28 Introduction to Ketamine for Non-Anesthetic Indications

20:58 The Importance of Ketamine Accessibility

21:25 Starting a Ketamine Clinic: A Roadmap

22:26 The Entrepreneurial Mindset in Clinic Expansion

22:39 The Power of 'Why' in Business

26:17 The Challenges and Rewards of Opening a Ketamine Clinic

27:24 The Importance of Mental Health Support in Ketamine Clinics

30:46 Personal Insights and Fun Facts

34:29 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Connect with Dr. Bonnett at:

Klarisana Clinic website

Klarisana Clinic instagram

Youtube channel

Deep See Diver Psychedelic Instagram

Thanks for listening!

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We’re super excited to have you join us on this adventure into the ketamine therapy industry. You will learn so much from us, Sam and Kim, plus from the pioneers in this specialty, and up and coming stars. Here are some of things that will be covered in our podcast:

- Advice for starting a ketamine clinic

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- plus much more

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