Depression is a serious medical condition that affects millions of adults in the United States. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 16.1 million American adults suffer from depression. That’s a staggering 6.7% of the population!
Depression can cause a lot of different symptoms, including feeling sad, angry, or hopeless; losing interest in activities that you used to enjoy; having trouble sleeping or eating; or feeling tired all the time. Depression can also lead to physical problems, such as headaches or stomach aches.
While depression is common, it is also treatable. In fact, there have been major advancements in the treatment of depression in recent years. One of the most promising new treatments is ketamine therapy.
Unlike traditional medications for depression, which can take weeks or even months to work, ketamine therapy can provide relief within hours. Spravato/esketamine is covered by most insurance plans, including Aetna, Horizon, United, Cigna and Medicare.
Spravato Treatment Centers of New Jersey work with patients covered by various insurances to make this revolutionary depression therapy available to all NJ patients. In our future posts, we’ll cover what the typical experience would be like for a patient choosing Spravato / esketamine therapy to address their treatment-resistant Major Depression!
Author’s Bio
Dr. David Boguslavsky, MD, is a highly experienced family physician and medical acupuncturist with over two decades of clinical practice, who has emerged as a leader in mental health treatment, particularly in the field of depression. A graduate of Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. Boguslavsky is board-certified in both Family Medicine and Medical Acupuncture, showcasing his diverse medical expertise. His extensive experience spans a wide range of medical care, from acute illnesses to chronic condition management, with a particular focus on preventative care and pain treatment.Notably, Dr. Boguslavsky has pioneered innovative approaches to depression treatment, having administered over 10,000 Spravato treatments, establishing himself as one of the foremost experts in this cutting-edge therapy. His unique blend of traditional Western medicine, Eastern acupuncture techniques, and advanced psychiatric treatments allows him to offer comprehensive, personalized care to his patients at PremierMD and Spravato Treatment Centers of NJ. Fluent in English and Russian, Dr. Boguslavsky brings a multifaceted approach to healthcare, combining the latest medical technologies with time-honored principles of doctor-patient relationships to address both physical and mental health needs.