# 152: Ketamine for Depression: A Game-Changing Approach to Mental Health - Johnathan Edwards

It's called "percutaneous hydrotomy" and it's billed as a revolutionary pain treatment. Dr. Jonathan Edwards, anesthesiologist and polymath, shares groundbreaking insights on alternative pain treatments and metabolic health. In this episode of Stay Off My Operating Table, we dive deep into cutting-edge medical approaches with Dr. Jonathan Edwards. Learn about percutaneous hydrotomy, a French technique for treating musculoskeletal pain, and its potential benefits for athletes and chronic pain sufferers. Dr. Edwards also discusses his work with ketamine in treating depression and suicidal ideation, offering hope for those struggling with mental health issues. The conversation touches on the fascinating lean mass hyper responder phenomenon, challenging conventional wisdom about cholesterol and heart health. Key topics covered: 00:00 Introduction 05:30 Percutaneous hydrotomy explained 15:45 Ketamine for depression and suicide prevention 25:20 Lean mass hyper responders and cholesterol 35:10 Alternative approaches to metabolic health 45:00 Controversy in alternative medicine Connect with Dr. Jonathan Edwards: Website: https://jonathanedwardsmd.com Twitter: @johnedwardsmd Substack: johnathanedwardsmd.substack.com Send Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, you must include your contact information.) Dr. Ovadia cannot respond here. To contact his team, please send an email to team@ifixhearts.com WEBSITE: Stay Off My Kitchen Table Like what you hear? Head over to IFixHearts.com/book to grab a copy of my book, Stay Off My Operating Table.  Ready to go deeper? Talk to someone from my team at IFixHearts.com/talk. Ready to take control of your health?  Grab Dr. Ovadia’s brand new book Stay Off My Kitchen Table now!  This isn’t just another diet book; it reveals why it’s not just what you eat, but what your body actually absorbs that determines your health. If you’re struggling with low energy, stubborn weight, or feeling like “healthy eating” isn’t working… this book shows you exactly how to fix it. Learn how to reset your gut Eliminate hidden foods sabotaging your progress Unlock real energy, metabolism, and longevity Don’t wait until it’s too late. Take action today. Get your copy of Stay Off My Kitchen Table now. Learn More: Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts  Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health Theme Song : Rage Against Written & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey (c) 2016 Mercury Retro Recordings Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.