Avesta Ketamine and Wellness clinic, situated conveniently in Bethesda, Maryland, and McLean, Virginia, is your sanctuary for effective resolution of chronic pain and mood disorders. Driven by a compassionate team who understand the unbearable weight of these conditions, Avesta offers transformative ketamine infusion therapies for those left wanting by traditional treatments. Led by the highly skilled Dr. Ladan Eshkevari, known for her expertise in pain management, alternative medicine, and anesthesia, the clinic provides an intricate and collaborative healing environment. Regardless of whether you are new to their approach or have been on the journey for a while, Avesta invites you to schedule an initial consultation, complimentary, to aid your navigation through the healing process.

When you get confirmed as a fitting candidate for the ketamine infusion therapy at Avesta, the clinic eases you into the process by clearly outlining key details. On the treatment day, you will be required to fill all requisite forms, come dressed in comfortable clothing that allows our staff easy access to your arms (for administering IV and blood pressure tests) and chest (for ECG lead placements). We advise that you consume foods only up to 6 hours prior to the treatment and clear liquids like water, black coffee, plain tea or apple juice up to 2 hours in advance. Your safety being our ultimate priority, we ask for arrangements made in advance for your ride home. At the clinic, our staff checks baseline vital signs including your blood pressure, heart rate, oxygenation, and weight. We then proceed with the initiation of the IV line and begin the infusion, a process that takes around 45-60 minutes. We work to offer a private, quiet, and relaxing environment, periodically monitoring your condition during the infusion. For your comfort, we also offer you the opportunity to indulge in your chosen soothing music.