Explore the revolutionary non-invasive treatment option transforming mental health care. This session demystifies TMS technology, its similarities to MRI imaging, and its targeted approach to treating depression and anxiety through stimulation of the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex and anterior cingulate cortex.
Understand critical safety considerations, including absolute contraindications like ferrous metal implants, patient selection criteria, and treatment protocols. Gain practical knowledge to appropriately counsel patients, identify suitable candidates, and integrate TMS referrals into your mental health treatment algorithms.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:
Explain of the physics of TMS
Explain the efficacy of TMS versus (and with) medication management