Ketamine Infusion Treatment for Depression in Los Altos, CA

Preparing for ketamine treatment involves following the medical team’s instructions before your session. Patients may be advised to follow specific eating, drinking, medication, and activity guidelines depending on the type of treatment being provided. It is also important to arrange transportation if recommended, avoid alcohol or recreational substances, and plan time to rest after treatment. Sharing your complete medication list and any changes in your health with the medical team can also help support safe care.

At Bay Area Ketamine Center, Dr. Paul Wender, MD, provides patients with individualized preparation instructions based on their health history and treatment plan. Our team explains what to expect before treatment and answers questions about medications, the treatment process, and aftercare so patients can feel informed and prepared for their ketamine session.

After ketamine treatment, some patients may experience temporary effects such as relaxation, changes in perception, dizziness, drowsiness, or a feeling of detachment. These effects generally lessen as the medication wears off, but individual experiences can vary. Patients should follow their medical team’s instructions regarding driving, activities, and rest after treatment. Any unusual or concerning symptoms should be reported to the treating medical team.

At Bay Area Ketamine Center, Dr. Paul Wender, MD, and our team provide guidance following each treatment session and monitor patients as appropriate before they leave the clinical setting. We also consider changes in depressive symptoms and treatment response during follow-up care, helping ensure that recommendations remain aligned with each patient’s individual needs.

Depression can affect concentration, motivation, sleep, energy, relationships, work, and the ability to manage everyday responsibilities. For some individuals, improvement in depressive symptoms may be accompanied by changes in daily functioning, such as greater motivation or increased ability to participate in normal activities. However, responses to ketamine treatment vary, and improvements in daily functioning are not guaranteed.

At Bay Area Ketamine Center, Dr. Paul Wender, MD, considers both symptom changes and the patient’s broader treatment goals when evaluating progress. Our team provides medically supervised ketamine treatment and ongoing guidance to help patients track their response to care and discuss changes in mood, functioning, and overall well-being throughout treatment.

Progress during ketamine treatment can be monitored by assessing changes in depressive symptoms, mood, sleep, motivation, concentration, anxiety, and daily functioning. Doctors may also consider how long improvements last, whether symptoms return between sessions, and whether the patient experiences any unwanted effects. Regular communication and follow-up help the treatment team determine how the patient is responding and whether adjustments to the care plan may be appropriate.

At Bay Area Ketamine Center, Dr. Paul Wender, MD, evaluates each patient’s treatment response in relation to their symptoms, previous treatment experiences, health history, and individual goals. Our team provides medically supervised care and encourages patients to communicate changes they notice between sessions, allowing treatment recommendations to remain personalized throughout the course of care.

Board-certified Dr. Paul Wender, MD, guides patients through ketamine treatment for depression with a careful, physician-led approach at Bay Area Ketamine Center, serving the Bay Area and Los Altos, CA. He begins by reviewing each patient’s depression symptoms, medical history, previous treatments, current medications, and overall mental health goals to determine whether ketamine therapy may be an appropriate option.

Throughout treatment, Dr. Wender focuses on safety, comfort, and personalized care so patients feel supported at every step. He helps patients understand what to expect before, during, and after treatment, while monitoring their response and adjusting care when needed. This individualized guidance helps patients feel more informed, confident, and supported as they explore ketamine treatment for depression.

For more information, contact us today or request an appointment online. Our clinic is conveniently located at 746 Altos Oaks Drive Suite B, Los Altos, CA 94024. We serve patients from Los Altos CA, Sunnyvale CA, Palo Alto CA, Atherton CA, Cupertino CA, Santa Clara CA, Mountain View CA, the Bay Area, and surrounding areas.