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Dr. Ben Medrano is a board certified psychiatrist specializing in Integrative Psychiatry, Ketamine Assisted Therapy and Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration. He received his MD from the University of Colorado School of Medicine with additional training in their Urban Underserved Track. He completed his psychiatric residency training within the Mount Sinai Hospital system in New York City and spent years working for the urban underserved particularly in East Harlem Assertive Community Treatment performing daily home visits for high risk consumers before focusing on the use of psychedelics in mental health. He’s a graduated fellow in Integrative Psychiatry through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute’s Fellowship where he also received additional training through their Ketamine for Medical Providers program with sponsorship and certification from the American Society of Ketamine Physicians. He has trained with numerous leaders in the field of ketamine assisted therapy, including Phil Wolfson, MD and has joined him in leading clinician education at The Ketamine Training Center. His clinical practice has been strongly influenced by an ongoing interest in consciousness, psychedelics, and integrative medicine. He is a graduate of Vajrayana Buddhist seminary and is a rigorously trained meditation instructor with over 20 years of ongoing intensive training. He continues to study psychedelic therapy modalities within the community of senior students of Ralph Metzner, PhD who was a leader in the field of consciousness expanding therapies. Dr. Medrano is most known for his work with ketamine assisted therapy and was the national Medical Director of Field Trip Health - one of the largest in-office ketamine assisted therapy practices to date. Following this he served as Chief Medical Officer at Nue.Life a large scale home-based ketamine assisted therapy and integrative mental health provider. He continues to supervise a variety of clinics on the East Coast allowing him to further the field of psychedelic assisted therapy and research. In addition to multiple conference speaking engagements, he lectures on the utility of ketamine and psychedelics for mental health at Naropa University. He currently serves on the HealingMaps.com Medical Advisory. His work, insight and advice have been covered in a number of articles including The New York Times, The New Yorker, Forbes, Business Insider, The New York Post, Cheddar, Bloomberg, The Houston Chronicle, HealthLine, VeryWellMind, YahooFinance, The Dales Report, The Zoe Report, and numerous others.

Dr. Ben's Certified Posts

Interested in the Ketamine Industry? We’ve Created the First Newsletter For You

Introducing Ketamine Insights Weekly, a new newsletter created specifically for the ketamine clinic and therapy industry.

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PCP vs. Ketamine: Similar but Very Different

Do you know how to differentiate between PCP vs. ketamine?

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What Is MDA? Everything To Know About The ‘Love Drug’

What is MDA? While similar to MDMA, 'Sassafras' possesses different effects.

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These Are The Most Common Psychedelic Side Effects and How To Deal With Them

Medical psychedelics are on the rise, but this is what to know before trying them.

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Does Ketamine Show Up On A Drug Test?

As ketamine-assisted therapy has increased in popularity, we're often asked if ketamine shows up on a drug test. Here's the

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How Long Does DMT Last?

How long does DMT last for? This guide explains how the powerful psychedelic works.

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Ketamine For Pain: Chronic Pain, CRPS, Migraines and More

Ketamine for pain relief is becoming more popular. But be sure to weigh the pros and cons.

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The Forgotten Psychedelic: A Journey into the Mystical Realm of LSA

What is LSA? Although it's complicated, we explain the purpose of these "morning glory" seeds.

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Brain Damage From Alcohol May Be Reversed By Using Magic Mushrooms, Per Study

Can psychedelics help relieve brain damage from alcohol? Research appears to support it.

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What Are The 3 Types Of Ketamine, And Which One Is Right For You?

Understanding the different types of ketamine is important before trying the alternative therapy.

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Is Ketamine Therapy Right For You? Here’s What To Know

Before diving into the emerging treatment, here's how to tell if ketamine therapy is right for you.

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Ketamine: The Effects On Your Body And Mind Following An Infusion

Before scheduling an infusion, learn about how ketamine effects you.

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The Pros And Cons Of Ketamine For Anxiety: Here’s What We Know

Is ketamine for anxiety right for you? Read on to weigh the pros and cons.

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Will Ketamine Help Sleep? We Explain Any Benefits

Will ketamine help sleep? There are benefits, and this is what you need to know.

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What Is Ketamine Used For: From Mental Health Issues To Chronic Pain

Stop wondering what ketamine is used for and read this to understand how it all works.

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How Long Does Ketamine Stay In The Body’s System?

How long does ketamine last? This helps better understand the process and side effects.

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Ketamine And Marijuana: 3 Things To Know Before Combining Drugs

Ketamine and marijuana offer mental health relief, but are combining drugs risky?

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So You Just Had A Ketamine Therapy Session – Now What?

What should you do after a ketamine therapy session to get the most from your therapy?

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Psilocybin vs. DMT: What Are The Differences?

There are several important differences between psilocybin and DMT that you should know before trying.

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This Is How A Ketamine Therapy Session Works

What does a Ketamine Therapy Session actually entail, and what can you expect?

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How To Tell If A Ketamine Clinic Is Trustworthy

These are the signs to look for before going to a ketamine clinic.

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Ketamine Infusions: A Step-By-Step Guide Before Your First Visit

Before considering ketamine infusions, here's what to know.

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Ketamine Therapy For PTSD: A Solution For Veterans?

Ketamine therapy is becoming more popular amongst veterans.

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Ketamine For Depression: A Starting Guide

An introduction into the use of ketamine for depression.

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