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Pioneering a revolution Over the past four decades, the field of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has evolved from a promising experimental technique into a powerful therapeutic tool. TMS, a non-invasive method for stimulating brain activity using magnetic fields, has opened new avenues in neuroscience and psychiatry. In this blog post, we will look into the history and development of TMS. From its humble beginnings to its current state, and explore the potential future advancements in the industry... Read More

We at Psychiatric Medicine Associates share in the collective grief and anger over the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Aubery, Manuel Ellis and so many other members of the Black community who have lost their lives to senseless violence fueled by racism. In these moments, the conversations may be difficult, but silence is not an option. It may be difficult to know what to do, but action is imperative... Read More

Many of our patients are inquiring about whether they should be obtaining a "genetic test" to help select the best antidepressant for them... Read More

Sometimes it can feel like a partner's low mood is contagious. We can take our stress home with us after a challenging day at work, or feel irritable or withdrawn for a variety of reasons, impacting the moods of other family members... Read More

As we age, our general and mental health needs evolve to require more complex care. Individuals over the age of 60 are more likely to have chronic medical illnesses and be on multiple medications for things such as high blood pressure, diabetes, urinary problems and pain management... Read More