StrIVeMD Wellness and Ketamine Central Illinois/Champaign

StrIVeMD Wellness and Ketamine offers wellness and aesthetics services across several Illinois, Ohio and Texas locations. Its services are grouped as Ketamine, Anti-Aging Treatments, IV Vitamin Therapy and Telemedicine Services, with Stellate Ganglion Block also offered in the office. The practice describes its approach as holistic and says its facilities are state-of-the-art.

Ketamine therapy uses low doses given by IV infusion under the supervision of medical staff, and it is offered for depression, anxiety, PTSD and other mental health challenges, as well as seasonal affective disorder, fibromyalgia and chronic pain. Before the first ketamine session, a medical and psychiatric evaluation is completed. A first visit takes about two to three hours, including a 30 to 45 minute consultation. Patients fast for four to six hours beforehand and must arrange a ride home. A typical induction series is six infusions over two to three weeks, followed by a booster roughly every four to eight weeks. Each infusion lasts about 40 minutes to an hour, and staff watch for drowsiness, double vision, heart rate and blood pressure during and after treatment. Some patients feel a mild dissociative state or deep relaxation. The practice says ketamine has been FDA-approved since 1970 and that most patients report significant symptom improvement within hours or days, with effects lasting weeks or months. It does not offer Spravato, TMS, ADHD medication management or hormone therapy.

Stellate Ganglion Block is a minimally invasive, in-office injection of a local anesthetic near a nerve cluster in the neck that is involved in the body's stress response. It is given with ultrasound guidance, which the practice says uses no radiation, and typically takes around 30 minutes; a sedative may be given on the day. The site lists bleeding or hematoma, infection, nerve damage, Horner's syndrome and allergic reactions as possible risks. It is offered for PTSD, chronic pain and long COVID, and the practice also presents it for hyperhidrosis, hot flashes and severe anxiety.

The anti-aging menu includes Botox for wrinkles, TMJ pain and chronic headaches, and Kybella for fat under the chin. Off-label Kybella is offered for localized fat in areas resistant to diet and exercise. Platelet rich plasma is offered for hair growth, skin rejuvenation on the face, neck and hands, and joint and tendon pain. Peptide treatments are offered for injury recovery and weight loss, and regenerative medicine, including stem cell therapy at the Dublin location, is also available. Consultations cover side effects, medical history, lifestyle and expected results before treatment.

IV vitamin therapy is customized to each patient, and a session typically lasts between 30 minutes and an hour and begins with a consultation. Listed symptoms include jet lag, allergies, headaches, PMS, POTS, hangovers and fitness recovery. NAD+ treatment is offered to replenish NAD+, a coenzyme involved in cell energy production. IV Parties are group infusion sessions for guests at a social gathering, which the practice says are curated by board-certified physicians. Telemedicine visits happen by video through a HIPAA-compliant platform, and include prescriptions for Ozempic and Mounjaro sent electronically to a preferred pharmacy when appropriate. Appointments can be requested through an online form, but requested times are not final until the office confirms them, and no referral is needed to book a consultation. Listed hours are Monday to Wednesday 9am to 8pm, Thursday 9am to 9pm, Friday 9am to 8pm and Saturday 9am to 5pm.

A holistic approach spanning wellness and aesthetics, with consultations first to decide whether a service suits the patient. Aesthetic consultations cover side effects, medical history, lifestyle and expected results before any treatment.

The business describes its facility as state-of-the-art.