In an eye-opening keynote, Giorgio Kirylo relates his deeply personal story of serving his country and then fighting for proper mental health care upon returning home. He transports listeners through his deployments, the trauma he endured, and the frustrating bureaucracy he faced trying to get PTSD treatment. Kirylo makes a compelling case for expanding innovative therapies like ketamine to help veterans dealing with depression, anxiety, and trauma. Drawing on his own experience, he exposes the limitations in the current system while advocating for reforms to improve access and quality of care.