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Treating Mental Health Differently | Dr. John How

Oct 15, 2024
01:13:13
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Dr. John How, a board-certified emergency physician and founder of The How Clinic, shares his journey from treating trauma in the ER to pioneering innovative mental health therapies. He discusses the transformative Stellate Ganglion Block, a non-invasive procedure that resets the autonomic nervous system to effectively tackle PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Dr. How also highlights the importance of personalized treatments, including ketamine therapy, and explores the role of nutrition in mental health, advocating for a holistic approach to healing.
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Quick takeaways

  • Dr. John How emphasizes the innovative Stellate Ganglion Block procedure as a non-invasive method to effectively treat PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
  • The discussion highlights the urgent need for effective mental health interventions, given the staggering statistics of treatment-resistant depression and PTSD affecting millions worldwide.

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Dr. John Howe's Journey and the Stellate Ganglion Block

Dr. John Howe, initially an emergency room physician, encountered burnout and sought alternative treatment methods for mental health issues, leading him to the stellate ganglion block (SGB) procedure. The SGB is a targeted approach that involves injecting anesthetic near a bundle of nerves in the neck, which has shown effectiveness in treating conditions like PTSD, anxiety, and treatment-resistant depression. Through his years of medical training and personal experience with mental health symptoms, Howe transitioned to focusing on both regenerative medicine and SGB practices, eventually becoming an advocate for this innovative treatment method. The procedure not only provides immediate relief for patients but also addresses underlying autonomic nervous system dysregulation that contributes to psychological distress.

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