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Abstract
The ketamine market in the USA is worth billions, with about half of it involving telehealth services.
- Ketamine is marketed as an alternative treatment for mental health issues.
- There are three main delivery methods: in-person clinics, esketamine visits, and telehealth.
- The rise of telehealth providers has legal implications and affects patient safety.
- Providers can prescribe medications off-label, but should consider evidence, risks, and patient interests.
- Ketamine’s classification as a dissociative anesthetic raises concerns about its appropriate use.
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