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Dr. Aubrey Verdun is the Founder and Medical Director of Freedom Ketamine Infusion Centers, and a double-board certified anesthesiologist and pain management physician. He completed his medical training, including a Pain Management Fellowship, at prestigious institutions like Johns Hopkins University and The University of Chicago Hospital.

Currently, Dr. Verdun is involved with the Wounded Warrior Pain Care Initiative at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC). He has extensive experience in the use of ketamine, having helped develop and maintain outpatient ketamine infusion protocols for patients with depression and chronic pain.

Dr. Verdun strongly believes that ketamine is most effective long term when coupled with psychotherapy. Inspired by the 'truly amazing' and rapid life-changing impact he has witnessed from ketamine treatments—especially in severe cases such as catatonic depression—he founded the Freedom Depression Treatment Center.

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May 27, 20263 min
The Science of Timing: Maximizing the Benefits of Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
The Science of Timing: Maximizing Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy We explore why the "neurobiological window" is the secret to long-term healing. While ketamine primes the brain for change, we’ve found that scheduling psychotherapy within the 24–72 hour post-infusion window is what truly "locks in" the biological gains. Learn how to leverage this period of heightened neuroplasticity to bridge the gap between medical intervention and lasting cognitive integration.

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May 20, 20264 min
How to Heal a Dysregulated Nervous System: A Comprehensive Guide to Restoration
How to Heal a Dysregulated Nervous System: A Guide to Restoration We explore how modern stress can leave our "autopilot" stuck in survival mode. This guide breaks down the science of the Autonomic Nervous System and provides actionable steps to restore balance—from vagus nerve stimulation and somatic tracking to the power of co-regulation. Learn how to transition from a state of hyper-arousal to lasting resilience, teaching your body that it is finally safe to rest and thrive.

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May 13, 20264 min
Non Medication Treatment for Depression: Evidence-Based Paths to Healing
Non-Medication Treatment for Depression: Evidence-Based Paths We’re exploring powerful alternatives to traditional prescriptions, focusing on how the brain heals through targeted interventions. This guide covers the "rewiring" power of CBT, high-tech TMS therapy, and the vital role of lifestyle medicine. Discover how these non-pharmaceutical tools work together to create an evidence-based map toward lasting wellness for those seeking a holistic approach to mental health.

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