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Neuromodulation Unit
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Neuromodulation Unit
Neuromodulation Unit Patient Referral Form (TO BE PRINTED) We are proud to announce that the MUHC is now offering Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) treatment. This procedure is an important advancement in the treatment of many neuropsychiatric …
The Neuromodulation Unit at the MUHC: rTMS
The Neuromodulation Unit at the MUHC: rTMS We specialize in delivering a safe and effective treatment, called repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or rTMS , for various psychiatric and neurological conditions. rTMS therapy has been extensively …
The Team
The Team Theodore Kolivakis, MD, CM, FRCPC Co-Director Neuromodulation Unit, McGill University Health Centre, Allan Memorial Institute Assistant Professor, McGill University Staff Psychiatrist, McGill University Health Centre Michaela Barbarosie, MD, PhD …
What is rTMS?
What is rTMS? rTMS is a procedure in which cerebral electrical activity is influenced by a pulsed magnetic field. The magnetic field is generated by passing brief current pulses through a figure 8 coil. This coil is encased in plastic and is held close to …
Disease states and rTMS
Disease states and rTMS Depression In treating depression, rTMS therapy targets the area in the left cerebral hemisphere just a few inches above the temple and beneath the skull. This area is called the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (L-DLPFC, see …
How is response to rTMS assessed?
How is response to rTMS assessed? The standard assessment scales used among the research community for assessing depression and anxiety symptoms are employed at the MUHC-rTMS Neuromodulation Unit: Hamilton Depression Scale (HAM-D) , also referred to as …
How long will the benefits last?
How long will the benefits last? ADVANTAGES OF rTMS Highly effective (based on results of clinical research) Minimal side effects Quick onset of therapeutic effect Painless procedure Non-invasive No anaesthesia required Outpatient therapy rTMS therapy may …
The procedure
The procedure How is rTMS administered? The first visit will consist of an initial intake consultation with a MUHC medical who will discuss and confirm that this procedure is appropriate for the physician/psychiatrist patient. The entire procedure is …
The Cost
The Cost Since 2013, rTMS IS COVERED by MediCare (RAMQ) . MUHC Neuromodulation Unit believes in providing quality care to patients. Although there has been significant research on the use of rTMS as a treatment for depression, and the equipment is …